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The Bhutan Standards Bureau (BSB) has flagged defective fuel dispensers and inaccurately calibrated digital weighing machines during its ongoing verification of weights and measures in four districts. The inspection which began earlier this month covers Dagana, Tsirang, Sarpang, and Zhemgang. Officials said while most of the mechanical weighing machines were found to be accurate and reliable, many digital weighing machines...

The Department of Tourism recently announced that all valid licence-holding tourist guides will be required to undergo a mandatory competency test over the next four months. According to the department, the test is intended to uphold the quality of tour guides and identify skill gaps. However, some members of the tourism industry have questioned the necessity of such an assessment....

The Bhutan Medical Relief Team was warmly welcomed home after completing a vital humanitarian mission in earthquake-affected Myanmar. Deployed under the Command of His Majesty The King, the team delivered emergency medical care and humanitarian support in one of the worst-hit regions of the country. The deployment came in response to the powerful earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28....

Every year, artisans from across the country submit their best work of art for the National Design and Art Competition. Nearly 90 artisans competed in this year’s edition, a slight increase from last year. The annual competition, held under the Royal Patronage of Her Majesty Gyalyum Sangay Choden Wangchuck, intends to safeguard and promote the country’s unique cultural heritage through...