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Relying on conventional conservation methods to analyse and preserve artefacts has always been challenging in Bhutanese museums. The traditional methods usually lack precision and have risks of damaging the artefacts. To address this challenge, professors from British universities are training Bhutanese museum conservators in heritage science techniques. The workshop focuses on hands-on training on non-invasive analytical methods such as X-ray...

For a child to develop holistically, it is essential for parents to interact with their child, according to experts. With this in mind, the Care for Child Development, or C4CD plus project was initiated in 2019 and has trained over 24,000 parents on playful interaction with their children. Since the initiative has proven effective in promoting positive child development, the...

Although the weather remains chilly in Merak, Trashigang, the excitement for Rhododendron Week is heating up. Locals are preparing their homestays to welcome guests, both locals and international.  For the first time in a while, the homestays, usually less frequented, have begun receiving bookings in anticipation of the event. The Rhododendron week at Sheytemi in Merak is just two weeks...

In a late-season swoop, Indian Women’s League side Kickstart FC have secured the signing of Bhutanese footballer Sonam Choden from RTC Women's FC. The short-term deal for Sonam who will play in the league until the end of next month also means she is set to become the first Bhutanese woman to play professionally in India. 22-year-old Sonam Choden also...