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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
With no decision in sight, it seems people will have to continue waiting to see a reduction in mobile data...
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Anti-divorce campaigner concludes nationwide tour advocating family unity
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Bhutan Airlines invites passengers to support conservation efforts, launches carbon offset programme
Studies have shown that the aviation industry globally contributes about 2 to 3 per cent to global carbon emissions from fossil fuel combustion. In Bhutan, in a bid to help mitigate the impact, Bhutan Airlines is offering passengers the opportunity to contribute to conservation efforts through its carbon offset programme voluntarily. In return, donors will gain free access to key...
Anti-divorce campaigner concludes nationwide tour advocating family unity
With the powerful message "Say No to Divorce," "AchoTashi", an anti-divorce campaigner on TikTok, has been on a mission to raise awareness about the far-reaching effects of divorce. After a three-week nationwide tour, he concluded his journey in Gasa on Friday. Driven by his personal experiences and a deep-seated desire to make a difference, Tashi used both TikTok and face-to-face...
‘Clean Thimphu-Clean Paro’ initiative to improve urban waste management
To tackle waste management in the country’s two urban centres, the ‘Clean Thimphu - Clean Paro’ initiative was launched coinciding with His Majesty The King's birthday on 21st February. Led by the Department of Environment and Climate Change, the programme partners with Thimphu Thromde, Paro district, and the Bhutan Ecological Society. The initiative aims to improve waste systems and promote...
Her Royal Highness Princess Sonam Dechan Wangchuck graces opening of Paro Forum 2025
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...
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