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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,...
Turning passion into profit: Pema Gatshel man crafts future for traditional archery
In Pema Gatshel’s Shumar Gewog, the sound of bamboo being carved into bows and arrows echoes a story of tradition...
Politics
Government still working on mobile data reduction, no decision yet
With no decision in sight, it seems people will have to continue waiting to see a reduction in mobile data...
Mini Dragons League sparks interest in football among children
Bhutan Football Federation’s grassroots league or the Mini Dragons League is sparking an interest in football among children under 12. The league which began in 2021 with 28 teams is seeing an increase in the number of teams over the years. The 2024-2025 Mini Dragons League saw 38 teams take part and enjoy the beautiful game of football. The finals...
Dhamdum Industrial Park opens, plot owners call for lower rents
The Dhamdum Industrial Park in Samtse is gradually taking shape, with 20 of its 58 plots now operational. The Minister of Industry, Commerce, and Employment, along with the Indian Ambassador, inaugurated the park yesterday. However, plot owners are urging the government to reconsider and reduce the lease rates, which they say are significantly higher than previous rates. Speaking at the...
Bhutan shooters train hard for debut at Asian Rifle/Pistol Cup 2025
Bhutan is set to make its debut at the Asian Rifle/Pistol Cup 2025 in Bangkok. Two shooters, Tandin Wangchuk and Kinley Penjor, will represent the country in the 10m Air Pistol Men’s category. The duo has been training rigorously for months, aiming to compete against Asia’s top marksmen. Tandin Wangchuk and Kinley Penjor have been training for about two hours...
Haa exceeds 2024 tourism target by 70%, eyes 10,000 visitors in 2025
Haa has achieved a major milestone in tourism, exceeding its 2024 target by almost 70 per cent. 8,471 tourists visited the district last year, surpassing its initial goal of 5,000. Moving forward, the district, listed among BBC Travel’s best 25 destinations for 2025, plans to attract 10,000 tourists this year. Officials say this goal is optimistic and achievable, given the...
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