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Theatre techniques bring new dimensions to advocacy programmes
To enhance the impact of advocacy programmes, 30 members of the Youth Peer Education Network (Y-PEER) from colleges across the...
Excess payments of Nu 860 M related to public procurement during FY 2023-2024 – RAA Report
During the financial year 2023-2024, the audit report showed excess payments of some Nu 860 M related to public procurement,...
Wasteful spending due to poor assessments and budget controls- RAA Report
The Royal Audit Authority, over the years, has reported several instances of wasteful expenditures in government and public agencies. According...
From internal struggles to unified nation, Bhutan’s National Day story
Every year, December 17 is celebrated as the National Day. Tuesday marks the 117th anniversary. But what makes this day...
117 years of unity, honoring Gongsar Ugyen Wangchuck
In the chronicles of Bhutanese history, one name stands as a beacon of vision, leadership, and unity: Gongsar Ugyen Wangchuck....
National Day Concert promises bigger and brighter celebration
Bhutanese music will once again take the spotlight as preparations for the highly anticipated National Day Concert are in full...
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From internal struggles to unified nation, Bhutan’s National Day story
Every year, December 17 is celebrated as the National Day. Tuesday marks the 117th anniversary. But what makes this day so special for the Bhutanese? Let’s take a closer look at why we celebrate this momentous occasion and how it continues to shape Bhutan’s identity. Imagine Bhutan in 1907: a rugged yet vibrant land where local rulers vied for power,...
His Majesty The King graces 117th National Day celebrations
His Majesty The King graced the 117th National Day celebrations at the Changlimithang Stadium today. His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo and other members of the Royal Family were also in attendance. More than 20,000 people, including 200 international guests, were also present. His Majesty The King, Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen and their Royal Highnesses Gyalsey Jigme Namgyel and Gyalsey...
Kidney beans, reliable and profitable source of income for farmers in Gomdar Gewog
Kidney bean is becoming one of the most favoured cash crops among Bhutanese farmers. Last year, the country produced more than 350 metric tonnes of kidney beans or rajma beans. Known for its easy cultivation, most villagers in the east are cultivating the crop. In Samdrup Jongkhar, a growing number of farmers in Gomdar Gewog are cultivating kidney beans as...
His Majesty The King recognises individuals and tourism industry for their service to country
Coinciding with the National Day celebrations, His Majesty The King conferred Druk Thuksey to an individual and the tourism industry. His Majesty The King also awarded the National Order of Merit (Gold) and National Order of Merit (Silver) to 21 individuals for their services to the country. Former Tsugla Lopen Samten Dorji is one of the recipients of the Druk...
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