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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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Capacity building training prepares women for future elections
To shatter cultural and social barriers that have long kept them from leadership roles, 20 young and determined women from...
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Department of Labour sets goal for 90% Occupational Health and Safety compliance by 2035
Every year, about a hundred workers suffer injuries due to workplace accidents, and most of them go unreported. This is mainly due to lack of proper Occupational Health and Safety, OHS measures at many workplaces. In an effort to address this issue, the Department of Labour has launched a National Occupational Health and Safety Strategy 2025-2035, aiming to achieve 90...
TTI Samthang being expanded as part of national TVET reform strategy
The education and skills development ministry plans to expand the Technical Training Institute Samthang in Wangdue Phodrang. It is to increase the employability of youth and transform the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system in the country. The expansion project includes the construction of additional infrastructure. The new facilities will help ease the accommodation shortage, enabling the enrolment...
BFF opens new headquarters and technical centre in Thimphu to boost football development
The Bhutan Football Federation (BFF) officially inaugurated its new headquarters and Technical Centre at Babena in Thimphu today. The facility is set to become the country’s central hub for football development, providing training and administrative support to drive the sport forward. His Royal Highness Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck graced the inauguration. This three-storey complex is not just an administrative centre...
Blacktopping of Singye Gewog road to enhance access to services and markets
Residents of Singye Gewog in Sarpang will soon experience smoother travel as the Department of Surface Transport nears completion of blacktopping the gewog road. The project, expected to finish in three months, promises to enhance connectivity and create new economic opportunities for the community. The road, built in 2016, had not undergone major maintenance due to budget constraints. Now, as...
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