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The Royal Audit Authority found significant deficiencies and lapses in the construction of the 150-bed Mother and Child Hospital in Thimphu. The Financial Audit was conducted between 2022 and 2023. The Nu 1.5bn hospital funded by the government of India was inaugurated last year. The project was implemented by the Department of Biomedical Engineering with the National Medical Services. The...

The education and skills development ministry plans to expand the Technical Training Institute Samthang in Wangdue Phodrang. It is to increase the employability of youth and transform the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system in the country. The expansion project includes the construction of additional infrastructure. The new facilities will help ease the accommodation shortage, enabling the enrolment...

The Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project in Wangdue Phodrang has started generating electricity from its third unit. The inauguration ceremony for its commissioning and synchronization was held today. With this, the three units of the project will generate 510 megawatts of electricity, which has now been integrated into the national grid. So far, more than 98 per cent of overall project construction...

Every year, March 21st is observed as World Down Syndrome Day to raise awareness about this genetic condition. People with Down syndrome have an extra chromosome, which can cause developmental delays and potential physical and intellectual challenges. In the country, children with Down Syndrome from Paro and Thimphu joined the celebrations alongside parents and relevant organisations. While the government provides...