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The health ministry’s first Nationwide Non-Communicable Diseases Screening Programme has screened 75 per cent of its target population of nearly 300,000 individuals aged 18 and above. Completed in December last year, the three-week initiative identified over 35,000 individuals at risk of various diseases. These individuals have been referred to nearby hospitals for further diagnosis and confirmation. More than 1,400 health...

The Department of Revenue and Customs launched the Indirect Tax Manual 2025, celebrating International Customs Day in Samtse on Sunday.  The manual, which will replace the 2006 edition, is expected to streamline customs operations in the country.  The new manual according to the department incorporates the latest customs legislation, procedural guidelines, and electronic customs management processes. This, officials said highlights...

With the Tshachu season at its peak, Gelephu Tshachu continues to draw people from far and wide. The tshachu normally sees the biggest crowds during the winter season with numbers sometimes exceeding one thousand. However, this season has seen a drop, with only about 500 visitors. According to the residents, the decline is likely due to the reopening of Gasa...

HIV-negative individuals whose intimate partners are HIV-positive can now avoid contracting the virus without having to use contraceptives such as condoms. The health ministry has introduced an oral medication for HIV-negative individuals. In the first phase of the pilot programme, key populations including men having sex with men, sex workers, transgender individuals, and people who inject drugs residing in Thimphu...