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Schools have reopened for the 2025 academic session, with students advancing to higher classes. However, in Samtse, several students, especially those who sat for and failed the common and board exams, will be repeating the same grades. According to BCSEA’s recently released Student’s Performance Report 2024, Class 6 and Class 10 students from Samtse have performed poorly, ranking among the...

Farmers of Bjagphu Chiwog in Wangdue Phodrang’s Ruebisa Gewog can now cultivate rice without losing their harvest to wildlife. Their paddy fields are now guarded by chain-link fencing installed with support from the government. Up until now, farmers had to guard their paddy fields from wildlife day and night with some households unable to continue cultivation due to increasing human-wildlife...

Bhutan's deep-rooted traditions and cultural heritage continue to thrive through vibrant local festivals, preserving the nation’s unique identity. Among them, Londha, a centuries-old community archery festival at Bana Chiwog in Dagana's Laja Gewog honours the local deity, Bana Ap, while fostering unity and cultural preservation. Over three days, villagers gather for ritual offerings, spirited archery battles, and traditional dances, reinforcing...

As the country embraces digital payments, the financial sector is evolving gradually. According to the Central Bank’s quarterly payment system report, the last quarter of last year saw a sharp rise in QR code transactions, while traditional banking methods continued to decline. According to the report, QR code transactions surged by almost 22 per cent, reaching nearly 33 million transactions...