Bhutan's deep-rooted traditions and cultural heritage continue to thrive through vibrant local festivals, preserving the nation’s unique identity. Among them,...
Drones may revolutionise White-bellied Heron conservation. The Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) tested drone technology to survey previously...
Being a woodturner, shaazop is not everyone’s cup of tea, especially not if you are a woman. But Sangay Dolma,...
The best ideas often stem from simple observations. This is true for a couple in Tsangkha Gewog in Dagana. After...
In Khebisa Gewog of Dagana, a four-storey mud house constructed centuries ago stands as a witness to history. Now, as...
While many youths from the region have moved to urban areas in search of better job opportunities, a few young...
It is often love and persistence of the family and society that make recovering from an alcohol and drug addiction...
For centenarians who have seen the world for over a hundred years, age usually is just a number. So, what...
The Buddha Statue at Kuensel Phodrang in Thimphu came alive last night with Gerry Hofstetter’s light art. His projections featured...
Amidst the misty hills of Samtenthang village, the nation bid a heartfelt farewell to one of its most cherished sons,...
To shatter cultural and social barriers that have long kept them from leadership roles, 20 young and determined women from...
Bhutanese entrepreneurs and businesses will benefit from equity financing as the government moves to foster a dynamic startup and innovation ecosystem. In line with its commitment of USD 100 M, the government will soon sign an agreement with a globally renowned venture capital firm. The Minister for Industry, Commerce, and Employment said that an open, accessible, and transparent application process...
Denchi Town in Pema Gatshel is currently without a school, with children from the town and surrounding areas having to walk to nearby schools. It has become a significant challenge to both parents and children. The issue was raised during the Dzongkhag Tshogdu on Friday, where the district council proposed to establish an Extended Classroom Facility up to class III....
Bitdeer launched its second-largest Bitcoin mining data centre at Jigmeling in Sarpang on Tuesday, adding to Bhutan's growing digital asset mining sector. The 500-megawatt facility, which began phased operations on Tuesday, is set to reach full-scale operations by next year. The project, Bitdeer Jigmeling Private Limited, is a collaboration between Bitdeer and Druk Holding and Investments (DHI). GMC Governor Dasho...
The country’s unemployment rate has dropped to 3.5 per cent in 2024 compared to 5.9 per cent in 2022. This is according to the National Statistics Bureau’s annual survey report 2024. Despite this drop, challenges persist, particularly for women and youth in securing jobs. The report revealed that female unemployment remained higher than male unemployment last year. Female unemployment...
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