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Turning passion into profit: Pema Gatshel man crafts future for traditional archery
In Pema Gatshel’s Shumar Gewog, the sound of bamboo being carved into bows and arrows echoes a story of tradition...
NRDCL shifts to locally sourced timber, making furniture more affordable
Producing furniture using locally sourced wood has not only helped the Wood Craft Centre stop rubberwood import but also made...
Bhutan to build landmark international airport in Gelephu by 2029
During the 117th National Day celebrations at Changlimithang, His Majesty The King announced that Bhutan's priority for the next five...
New landfill to address mounting waste issue in Sakteng
Sakteng in Trashigang, which once boasted of rich, untouched wilderness, is now facing an increasing concern about waste management. The...
WASH FIT Programme sees success, local leaders urge more inclusive facilities
Sanitation and hygiene in healthcare centres have seen significant improvements nationwide in recent years according to local leaders and health...
Public construction quality still lags – RAA Annual Report
The Royal Audit Authority's latest annual report reveals persistent quality issues in public construction, with 139 cases of poor work...
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RCSC defends PME category, proposes targeted support for civil servants
The Royal Civil Service Commission (RCSC) indicated that it is exploring alternative support measures for civil servants classified under the...
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Recent News
First-ever civil parade to celebrate country’s unsung heroes
Bhutan’s 117th National Day celebration will mark a historic first with the introduction of a Civil Parade to honour the nation’s unsung heroes. The parade will recognise 63 roadside workers, firefighters, social workers, telecom and space workers, and honesty teams, acknowledging their silent yet significant contributions to nation-building. One of them is Pancha Man Dunjen, a roadside worker in Thimphu....
Bhutan to build landmark international airport in Gelephu by 2029
During the 117th National Day celebrations at Changlimithang, His Majesty The King announced that Bhutan's priority for the next five years is to construct a large international airport in Gelephu. Speaking at a recent forum, Seow Hiang Lee, a Board Director of Gelephu Mindfulness City, said that Bhutan has the opportunity to create one of the finest airports. “This project...
Team of experts assess feasibility of bridge construction over Sunkosh River, Tsangkha Gewog
Residents of Tsangkha Gewog in Dagana are looking forward to the construction of a motorable bridge over Sunkosh River. If a bridge is constructed, it will connect the gewog with Tsirang-Wangdue Highway. They said the bridge would shorten their travel time significantly. Recently, a team of experts visited the site to assess feasibility. Having a motorable bridge over the river...
His Majesty The King recognises individuals and tourism industry for their service to country
Coinciding with the National Day celebrations, His Majesty The King conferred Druk Thuksey to an individual and the tourism industry. His Majesty The King also awarded the National Order of Merit (Gold) and National Order of Merit (Silver) to 21 individuals for their services to the country. Former Tsugla Lopen Samten Dorji is one of the recipients of the Druk...
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