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If you are a sports coach or aspire to become one, look no further than the newly inaugurated National Coaching Academy in Thimphu to build your skills. His Royal Highness Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck opened the facility today at the Bhutan Olympic Committee (BOC) campus. The National Coaching Academy will be used as a training and development centre for foundational...

After a year-long halt, construction of the new Gasa town is set to resume next month. While most of the major infrastructure work has been completed, the sewer network remains unfinished. The project stalled in December 2023 after the contract was terminated due to slow progress and the contractor’s failure to renew the performance security.  The new Gasa town at...

For generations, farmers have preserved and passed down indigenous seeds, ensuring food security and resilience. However, these seeds are rapidly disappearing, replaced by hybrid varieties and changing farming practices. To promote a culture of seed-saving, a seed fair was organised for the first time in Samdrup Jongkhar. Farmers from eight gewogs from Samdrup Jongkhar showcased more than 100 seed varieties,...

Tenzin Yoedchenma Dorjee, a student of Yangchenphug Higher Secondary School in Thimphu, won the 17th Golden Youth Award 2025. She will receive a scholarship to continue her studies abroad. Her Majesty Queen Mother Tseyring Pem Wangchuck and Royal Family members graced the closing ceremony yesterday. Their Royal Highnesses Princess Chimi Yangzom Wangchuck, Princess Kesang Choden Wangchuck, and Prince Ugyen Jigme...