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For the highlanders of Lingzhi and Soe gewogs in Thimphu, getting helicopter services these days has become a challenge. During the recent Thimphu Dzongkhag Tshogdhu, the local leaders for these gewogs called for prompt and reliable helicopter services. It has been around two years since the residents of Lingzhi and Soe gewogs struggled to book helicopter services. Gewog leaders say...

In Phuentshogling, the monks of Palden Tashi Chholing Shedra are not just learning about the risks of the digital world but also experiencing a life-changing transformation. With IT classes recently introduced as part of the lesson, the monks are acquiring digital skills to navigate technology. 32-year-old Leki Tshewang, a monk of Palden Tashi Chholing Shedra completed his studies at the...

Producing Buddhist art pieces using Thigchen, technique of using major proportion lines has been in existence for quite some time. Although most of the artists, especially painters in the country know its theory, the technique is not as popularly practiced. Artist Tshewang Tenzin’s solo exhibition in Thimphu offers a glimpse into the foundation of this sacred Bhutanese art. The exhibition...

Seven students of Tashithang Middle Secondary School in Samtse’s Tading Gewog have tested positive for Tuberculosis. Health authorities say the cases are under control, and all affected students are being monitored closely. Meanwhile, the district health team continues its screening programme across schools in Samtse. Tashithang Middle Secondary School in Samtse has reported seven confirmed cases of Tuberculosis in one...