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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,...
Young couple turns farming experience and training into thriving strawberry farming business, Dagana
The best ideas often stem from simple observations. This is true for a couple in Tsangkha Gewog in Dagana. After...
Centuries-old house in Dagana : owner in dilemma over preservation and demolition
In Khebisa Gewog of Dagana, a four-storey mud house constructed centuries ago stands as a witness to history. Now, as...
Youth embrace Dung and Jaling crafting skills for income in Pema Gatshel
While many youths from the region have moved to urban areas in search of better job opportunities, a few young...
From addiction to independence, Phuentshogling’s Happiness Centre helps rebuild lives
It is often love and persistence of the family and society that make recovering from an alcohol and drug addiction...
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Capacity building training prepares women for future elections
To shatter cultural and social barriers that have long kept them from leadership roles, 20 young and determined women from...
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Sacred Buddha relics from Thai King to be displayed at Kuenselphodrang, His Holiness to administer blessings
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Farmers’ group in Sarpang enjoy abundant chilli harvest
It’s a season of abundance for the chilli growers of Shompangkha Gewog in Sarpang. The Norbugang commercial vegetable farmers’ group is seeing an increased production compared to last year. The group recently dispatched 1800 kilogrammes of chilli to Bhutan Agro Industries Limited in Lingmethang, Monggar. The farmer’s group, consisting of 13 members, is reaping the reward of their hard work...
Dry taps, dying crops: water crisis deepens in Lauri Gewog, Samdrup Jongkhar
For over three years, residents of Dungmanma village in Samdrup Jongkhar’s Lauri Gewog have been grappling with a severe drinking water shortage. The water crisis has not only disrupted daily life but also made it difficult for villagers to maintain basic hygiene, raising concerns over health and sanitation. In the lower part of Dungmanma village, residents like Ugyen Lhamo face...
Bhutan to build first hydrogen plant, paving way for hydrogen economy
Bhutan is taking its first step towards a green hydrogen economy. The country plans to construct its first green hydrogen plant at Gidawom in Thimphu. It will be a pilot project. The plant will produce hydrogen, which will be used in hydrogen-powered vehicles, reducing dependency on fossil fuels. The Department of Energy, under the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources,...
Bhalue farmers pin hopes on new solar water pump – Punakha
A glimmer of hope now shines on the parched fields of Bhalue Chiwog in Punakha. After years of grappling with unreliable irrigation, farmers will soon benefit from a solar-powered water lift system that draws water from the Mochhu River. Farmlands will now be irrigated through the Solar Lift Irrigation System. The inauguration for its construction was held yesterday. The water...
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