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Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics or STEM education took centre stage as students from across the country came together for the National Space Challenge 2025. The annual event, held as part of Bhutan Space Week, is aimed at inspiring the next generation of innovators. This year, two students from Jampeling Central School in Trashigang won the challenge. For this edition...

Uncertainty is looming over the Cottage and Small Industry (CSI) Park at Changchay in Tsirang. What started as an initiative to boost small-scale farmers’ income is now facing a lack of interest from entrepreneurs. Only two entrepreneurs have come forward to establish factories at the park, leaving seven plots still vacant. The government initiated the construction of the CSI Park...

Samtse district has received Nu 299.4 M under Phase 1 of the High Impact Community Development Project (HICDP), previously known as the  Small Development Project.  The government approved the budget recently. The fund will be used for various projects, including farm road improvement, water supply enhancement and the development of market facilities, according to the district administration. The district’s annual...

Once considered a taboo, discussions on sexual health, sexual harassment, teenage pregnancy, and personal hygiene will now be taught in monastic institutions. Starting this year, young monks and nuns in primary classes will be taught life skills to navigate these issues alongside traditional scriptures. Through the initiative, the United Nations Population Fund and the Central Monastic Body will integrate Life...