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Centuries-old Londha festival in Dagana celebrates life, tradition and community
Bhutan's deep-rooted traditions and cultural heritage continue to thrive through vibrant local festivals, preserving the nation’s unique identity. Among them,...
RSPN’s drone initiative offers new hope for White-bellied Heron conservation
Drones may revolutionise White-bellied Heron conservation. The Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) tested drone technology to survey previously...
Breaking barriers in woodturning craft, Sangay Dolma’s journey of craftmanship
Being a woodturner, shaazop is not everyone’s cup of tea, especially not if you are a woman. But Sangay Dolma,...
Young couple turns farming experience and training into thriving strawberry farming business, Dagana
The best ideas often stem from simple observations. This is true for a couple in Tsangkha Gewog in Dagana. After...
Centuries-old house in Dagana : owner in dilemma over preservation and demolition
In Khebisa Gewog of Dagana, a four-storey mud house constructed centuries ago stands as a witness to history. Now, as...
Youth embrace Dung and Jaling crafting skills for income in Pema Gatshel
While many youths from the region have moved to urban areas in search of better job opportunities, a few young...
From addiction to independence, Phuentshogling’s Happiness Centre helps rebuild lives
It is often love and persistence of the family and society that make recovering from an alcohol and drug addiction...
A centenarian’s recipe to longevity
For centenarians who have seen the world for over a hundred years, age usually is just a number. So, what...
Buddha Statue comes alive with Gerry Hofstetter’s light display
The Buddha Statue at Kuensel Phodrang in Thimphu came alive last night with Gerry Hofstetter’s light art. His projections featured...
𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗼 𝗧𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗱𝗮’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆
Amidst the misty hills of Samtenthang village, the nation bid a heartfelt farewell to one of its most cherished sons,...
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Government still working on mobile data reduction, no decision yet
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Businesses in Gelephu see boost from rise in religious and economic events
Businesses in Gelephu are experiencing a surge in activity, driven by an increasing number of religious and economic events. From international cricket tournaments to prayer ceremonies and trade shows, the town is witnessing an array of activities. This growing influx of visitors has significantly benefited the hospitality sector, with hoteliers reporting a rise in bookings. One of the key events...
Health ministry announces construction of multi-disciplinary super-speciality hospital
Commemorating the birthday of His Majesty The King, the health ministry announced the construction of a Multi-Disciplinary Super-Speciality Hospital in the capital on 21st February. The hospital will be built within the national referral hospital campus. The existing referral hospital will be refurbished to serve as the Thimphu General Hospital to address the increasing healthcare demands of the capital and...
Her Royal Highness Princess Sonam Dechan Wangchuck launches Wisdom Centre for Justice
Her Royal Highness Princess Sonam Dechan Wangchuck launched the Wisdom Centre for Justice at JSW School of Law in Paro on 22nd February. The centre will serve as the Secretariat Office for the justice sector. It is expected to foster collaboration among various legal institutions in the country and enhance Bhutan’s justice system. The prime minister and the chief justice...
First-ever Manas Winter Festival in Panbang draws over 600 people
More than 600 people gathered for the first-ever Manas Winter Festival at Panbang in Zhemgang. The festival, held as a tribute to His Majesty The King, brought together locals from the district’s 20 chiwogs to showcase their products and traditional foods. It concluded on 23rd February. The two-day festival gave a glimpse into local life and sustainable practices, inviting guests...
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