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People living along the old highway between Chhuzom and Damchu-Haa bypass junction in Paro’s Dokar Gewog are delighted with the ongoing road widening project. Initiated by Project DANTAK in June last year, the widening work along the old highway is expected to be completed by early 2027. As the development progresses smoothly, locals remain hopeful of improved livelihoods and better...

The three-day Paro Forum 2025 began on 22nd February, bringing experts and leaders from diverse fields together to address urgent water management and climate change challenges. Her Royal Highness Princess Sonam Dechan Wangchuck graced the opening. Delivering the keynote address, Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay said although Bhutan has successfully preserved its natural environment, climate change and glacial melting pose serious...

Despite being unauthorised, several weight loss products are still being sold in the country. The use of social media platforms for marketing these products is making it challenging for the Bhutan Food and Drug Authority to monitor. Although there is no official record, the authority has seized weight loss products and imposed fines on a few individuals selling such products....

In an effort to enhance digital literacy, around 200 teachers from 60 schools across the country have been trained in coding over the past four years. The programme was conducted in three phases, primarily targeting primary school teachers, providing them with expertise in various coding programmes. The final phase of this coding initiative concluded yesterday in Wangdue Phodrang. In the...