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Despite repeated pleas from residents, students, and teachers, the road leading to Garpawoong Middle Secondary School in Samdrup Jongkhar remains in poor condition. The deteriorated road continues to disrupt daily commutes and poses safety risks. Two administrations manage an over three-kilometre stretch of road. While Samdrup Jongkhar Thromde has blacktopped around 1.5 kilometres of the road, the remaining section under...

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...

Residents of Thimphu and the nearby districts can anticipate a cinematic treat under the stars. For the first time ever, the Film Association of Bhutan, with support from the government, is introducing an outdoor cinema experience in the heart of the capital. Starting tomorrow, Thailand’s renowned outdoor cinema and film distributor, Master Picture, will bring some of the most popular...

The Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority recommends that the government introduce standard Terms and Conditions for all private educational institutions. This is to safeguard consumer rights, especially families of students enrolled in private educational institutions. According to the authority, there is a prevalence of inconsistent and vague terms and conditions surrounding refund practices, cancellation policies, and the lack of adequate...