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The three-day Paro Forum 2025 began on 22nd February, bringing experts and leaders from diverse fields together to address urgent water management and climate change challenges. Her Royal Highness Princess Sonam Dechan Wangchuck graced the opening. Delivering the keynote address, Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay said although Bhutan has successfully preserved its natural environment, climate change and glacial melting pose serious...

Childhood cancer, caused by random genetic changes, affects over 400,000 children worldwide each year, according to the World Health Organisation. In the country, the Bhutan Cancer Society, with support from Save the Children Bhutan and EU funding, recently concluded a community awareness programme on childhood and adolescent cancer in Zhemgang. The programme, aimed at providing support for cancer-affected families, brought...

Despite the push for gender equality, men still dominate Bhutan’s workforce. The Industry Census 2024 reveals that 56 per cent of the total workforce is male, while women make up just 44 per cent. This gender disparity is hindering productivity and economic growth according to the report. According to the report, only 38 per cent of government employees are women,...

With eight out of 21 categories won, the film "I, the Song" swept the 24th Bhutan National Film Award yesterday. The movie was also nominated in 11 categories. At the event, the government also announced plans to support the Bhutanese film industry. The movie "I, the Song" won in seven categories: Best Film, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Actor Male...