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With the Tshachu season at its peak, Gelephu Tshachu continues to draw people from far and wide. The tshachu normally sees the biggest crowds during the winter season with numbers sometimes exceeding one thousand. However, this season has seen a drop, with only about 500 visitors. According to the residents, the decline is likely due to the reopening of Gasa...

Prolonged stress during childhood can have life-long consequences on a person's health and well-being. According to the World Health Organisation, it can disrupt early brain development and weaken the immune and nervous systems. To understand and address the social and mental health challenges caused by childhood issues, about 30 individuals participated in a four-day training in the capital. The four-day...

Forest fires are a frequent occurrence in the country, particularly during the dry season between October and March. The fires are often triggered by a combination of dry weather, strong winds, and human activities, leading to the loss of acres of forest, destruction of homes, and disruption of ecosystems. Amid the destruction, growing concerns are being raised for the brave...

Have you ever imagined facing off in a chess match against a nun or monk? This became a reality at the daylong Youth Centre Chess Championship for beginners in Thimphu. Seven monks and two nuns from various youth centres across Bhutan competed alongside other young players. 16-year-old Tandin Tshewang is a monk at the Dechen Yangtsi Dratshang in Zhemgang. He...