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Residents of Tashichhoeling are urging authorities to widen and repair the remaining stretch of the Samtse-Tendu Secondary National Highway (SNH), particularly in the Chungpathang area, which has deteriorated significantly. While part of the highway is undergoing widening and blacktopping for the upcoming Norbugang Industrial Park, many commuters continue to face difficulties due to narrow roads and increased traffic congestion. Currently,...

The Royal Audit Authority found significant deficiencies and lapses in the construction of the 150-bed Mother and Child Hospital in Thimphu. The Financial Audit was conducted between 2022 and 2023. The Nu 1.5bn hospital funded by the government of India was inaugurated last year. The project was implemented by the Department of Biomedical Engineering with the National Medical Services. The...

Tenzin Yoedchenma Dorjee, a student of Yangchenphug Higher Secondary School in Thimphu, won the 17th Golden Youth Award 2025. She will receive a scholarship to continue her studies abroad. Her Majesty Queen Mother Tseyring Pem Wangchuck and Royal Family members graced the closing ceremony yesterday. Their Royal Highnesses Princess Chimi Yangzom Wangchuck, Princess Kesang Choden Wangchuck, and Prince Ugyen Jigme...

In recent years, sunflower cultivation has gained popularity in Bumthang for oil production. Taking inspiration from such farming practices, now, for the first time, Khar Gewog in Pema Gatshel is also shifting towards large-scale sunflower cultivation. Nearly 100 households are embracing this initiative to diversify agricultural practices and increase incomes. Recently, farmers of Labar, Khengzor and Phadi villages in Khar...