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Centuries-old Londha festival in Dagana celebrates life, tradition and community
Bhutan's deep-rooted traditions and cultural heritage continue to thrive through vibrant local festivals, preserving the nation’s unique identity. Among them,...
RSPN’s drone initiative offers new hope for White-bellied Heron conservation
Drones may revolutionise White-bellied Heron conservation. The Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) tested drone technology to survey previously...
Breaking barriers in woodturning craft, Sangay Dolma’s journey of craftmanship
Being a woodturner, shaazop is not everyone’s cup of tea, especially not if you are a woman. But Sangay Dolma,...
Young couple turns farming experience and training into thriving strawberry farming business, Dagana
The best ideas often stem from simple observations. This is true for a couple in Tsangkha Gewog in Dagana. After...
Centuries-old house in Dagana : owner in dilemma over preservation and demolition
In Khebisa Gewog of Dagana, a four-storey mud house constructed centuries ago stands as a witness to history. Now, as...
Youth embrace Dung and Jaling crafting skills for income in Pema Gatshel
While many youths from the region have moved to urban areas in search of better job opportunities, a few young...
From addiction to independence, Phuentshogling’s Happiness Centre helps rebuild lives
It is often love and persistence of the family and society that make recovering from an alcohol and drug addiction...
A centenarian’s recipe to longevity
For centenarians who have seen the world for over a hundred years, age usually is just a number. So, what...
Buddha Statue comes alive with Gerry Hofstetter’s light display
The Buddha Statue at Kuensel Phodrang in Thimphu came alive last night with Gerry Hofstetter’s light art. His projections featured...
𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗼 𝗧𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗱𝗮’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆
Amidst the misty hills of Samtenthang village, the nation bid a heartfelt farewell to one of its most cherished sons,...
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Government still working on mobile data reduction, no decision yet
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C4SW initiative to boost skilled workforce and economy
The Department of Labour launched the Community for Skilled Workers (C4SW), a new initiative on 22nd February. It is aimed at enhancing Bhutan's workforce and supporting economic growth. The initiative is expected to increase employment opportunities, promote service excellence, and improve service accessibility in the country. The industry, commerce, and employment minister attended the launch alongside ministry officials and members...
Facial recognition E-gates introduced at Phuentshogling Pedestrian Terminal
People travelling via the Pedestrian terminal in Phuentshogling no longer have to show their citizenship Identity cards for immigration clearance. The new E-gates, launched on His Majesty The King’s birthday, will streamline cross-border movement. The Home Minister attended the launch. Immigration clearance at the pedestrian terminal is now faster with facial recognition and biometric technology. Ten e-gates have been installed...
Women underrepresented in leadership roles, UN report finds
While the country has gender-neutral policies, barriers to women leadership persist due to weak enforcement of the laws and limited awareness of gender equality. This was highlighted in a report by the United Nations’ Department of Economic and Social Affairs, which reflects on women’s presence and leadership in public institutions in Bhutan, Laos, Mauritius and Senegal. The report found that...
A new orchid species discovered in Punakha and Wangdue Phodrang
Researchers of the National Biodiversity Centre have identified a new orchid species, previously unknown to science. The species was found in two places, Rimchhu in Punakha, and Kamina in Wangdue Phodrang. According to the centre, this takes the number of orchid species found in Bhutan to 498. The newly-discovered orchid has been named Zeuxine drukyulensis, paying tribute to Bhutan, nicknamed...
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