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Wangdue Phodrang will soon have its cinema hall, enhancing access to quality screenings for movie lovers. The cinema hall will be constructed with a Nu 65 M investment through the government’s Economic Stimulus Programme. The groundbreaking ceremony was held today, with the Minister of Industry, Commerce and Employment in attendance. The cinema hall will be built on 21 decimals of...

His Holiness the Je Khenpo appointed a Khenpo and a vice principal today. The Dhar ceremony for the new appointees was held at the Namdroling Goenzin Dratshang in Lhuentse. Pema Loday from Bumdeling in Trashi Yangtse has been appointed as the Khenpo of Tendruk Dongacholing Monastery in Samtse. He joined monkhood at the age of 13 at Rigsum Gonpa Monastery....

The government said it is working on reducing data charges in the country through three key proposals. This was shared at the Meet the Press session today. According to the GovTech Agency, discussions are currently ongoing on these proposals, which are categorised into short-term, mid-term, and long-term plans. A technical committee, led by the Government Technology Agency or GovTech Agency...

Punakha is a key tourist destination in the country. However, due to the absence of a designated craft market, tourists have limited opportunities to explore local handicrafts. Currently, Barp Gewog is the only place in the district with some handicraft shops. But there's good news; a new craft market will soon be established, enhancing accessibility and promoting indigenous crafts. The...