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State funeral held for late Dasho Zimpon Dorji Gyeltshen, late Dasho chooses incineration over open-air cremation
The state funeral for late Dasho Zimpon Dorji Gyeltshen was held today. His Holiness the Je Khenpo presided over the...
Veteran archers compete one last time in spirit of tradition and tribute
As a heartfelt farewell to the sport they once dominated, some of Bhutan’s finest former archers returned to the archery...
Gyalsup homecomings spark joy and unity across Bhutan, with heartfelt reunions going viral on social media
In a wave of emotion sweeping across Bhutan, thousands of families are experiencing a homecoming unlike any other. Their sons...
From the King’s hand to the family’s altar
As the Gelephu Mindfulness City rises from vision to reality, it is not only bulldozers and blueprints that are shaping...
Thousands gathered at Kuenselphodrang to receive blessings from His Holiness the Je Khenpo and sacred relics from Thailand
Thousands of devotees flocked to Kuenselphodrang from as early as 3 AM today, eager to catch a glimpse of Their...
One rocket, thousand dreams; Pema Tsho Sakhu rewrites future for young Bhutanese innovators
At just 13 years old, Pema Tsho Sakhu, a Bhutanese student living in Australia, is already breaking barriers in space...
Bhutan prepares to welcome King and Queen of Thailand on state visit
Preparations to welcome Their Majesties King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida of Thailand are in full swing. Their Majesties will...
Centuries-old Londha festival in Dagana celebrates life, tradition and community
Bhutan's deep-rooted traditions and cultural heritage continue to thrive through vibrant local festivals, preserving the nation’s unique identity. Among them,...
RSPN’s drone initiative offers new hope for White-bellied Heron conservation
Drones may revolutionise White-bellied Heron conservation. The Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) tested drone technology to survey previously...
Breaking barriers in woodturning craft, Sangay Dolma’s journey of craftmanship
Being a woodturner, shaazop is not everyone’s cup of tea, especially not if you are a woman. But Sangay Dolma,...
Politics
Tashi Samdrup from BTP and Phuntsho Dendup from PDP to face off in Nubi-Tangsibji’s by-election
The Bhutan Tendrel Party has fielded former councillor Tashi Samdrup for the upcoming Nubi-Tangsibji by-election. He will be up against...
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Bhutan rolls out fourth-generation CID card with advanced biocrypto security
Until today, Bhutan’s Citizenship Identity Card, or CID, has been in its third generation. Starting today, the Department of Civil...
Prime Minister’s Office to take legal action over undelivered EVs and outstanding subsidy refunds
The Prime Minister’s Office will be taking legal action if Kuenphen Motors and Bhutan Hyundai fail to refund subsidies for...
Mushroom farming offers livelihood and hope in Trashigang
Mushroom farming is proving to be a reliable source of income for many rural households. In Bartsham Gewog in Trashigang,...
ORO Bank partners with Nium to launch real-time global payments across 190 countries
Placing Bhutan on the global banking map, ORO Bank has partnered with Nium, a Singapore-based real-time cross-border payment company. This...
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