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,...
With no decision in sight, it seems people will have to continue waiting to see a reduction in mobile data...
The country will receive its first private helicopter next month. Heli Bhutan initially planned to bring the aircraft this month. However, delays in completing the helipad have pushed back the arrival. The FDI company aims to enhance connectivity and boost tourism. The helipad at Ramtokto in Thimphu was completed recently. Heli Bhutan still has to build the hangar before the...
The Jigme Namgyel Wangchuck Super FabLab has locally manufactured 75 units of the slit used in the Smart Eye Camera used for detection of eye diseases. Of these, 25 units have been distributed domestically, while 50 units have been supplied to OUI Inc. a Japanese start-up. According to the Jigme Namgyel Wangchuck Super FabLab, this marks its first international partnership...
Over 76 per cent of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex or LGBTQI+ children and youth in Bhutan have experienced depression or anxiety at some point in their lives. This is according to a recent Save the Children report. It shows that mental health issues were more prevalent among those aged 15 to 17, and 20 to 24 years...
For over two decades, the Royal Society for Protection of Nature, RSPN has been safeguarding the critically endangered White-bellied Heron. Its work goes beyond conservation. The organization is also transforming the lives of communities residing within the bird’s habitat. One such village, Devithang, in Tsirang’s Rangthangling Gewog, has seen remarkable benefits. Let us take a closer look at how conservation...
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