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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...
A centenarian’s recipe to longevity
For centenarians who have seen the world for over a hundred years, age usually is just a number. So, what...
Buddha Statue comes alive with Gerry Hofstetter’s light display
The Buddha Statue at Kuensel Phodrang in Thimphu came alive last night with Gerry Hofstetter’s light art. His projections featured...
𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗼 𝗧𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗱𝗮’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆
Amidst the misty hills of Samtenthang village, the nation bid a heartfelt farewell to one of its most cherished sons,...
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Government still working on mobile data reduction, no decision yet
With no decision in sight, it seems people will have to continue waiting to see a reduction in mobile data...
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After four years, National Startup Weekend returns with fresh vision
After a four-year hiatus, National Startup Weekend began in Thimphu yesterday. It focuses on collaboration and development in emerging technologies for aspiring innovators and entrepreneurs. The theme for the second edition of the event is, “Cultivating Conscious Innovation: Merging Emerging Technologies with Mindful Development Practices.” The four-day event started with the Startup Community Bootcamp to strengthen Bhutan’s innovation and entrepreneurship...
Climate advocate campaigns in Australia to raise awareness on climate crisis
To raise awareness about climate change, Bhutanese climate advocate Jamyang Jamtsho Wangchuk is embarking on a tour across Australia. He launched his "Australia Edition 2025" campaign today by cycling approximately 150 kilometres from Adelaide to Meningie and will then head to Canberra. Over the course of the month-long campaign, he will read letters from Bhutanese students written to world leaders....
Healthcare Services Rules and Regulations 2025 launched to enhance quality, enforce inspection and involve private sector in healthcare delivery
To improve the quality and safety of healthcare services, Healthcare Services Rules and Regulations 2025 was officially launched last week in the country. This regulation mandates comprehensive record-keeping, rigorous inspections, and clear penalties for non-compliance to ensure quality healthcare in the country. It also aims to establish a foundation for the involvement of the private sector in healthcare services delivery....
Poor weather conditions affect domestic flights to Yonphula, 42 flights failed to land last year
Yonphula Domestic Airport in Kanglung, Trashigang has significantly eased travel for many passengers. However, poor weather conditions, particularly during peak monsoon, have led to flight inconsistency, leaving travellers frustrated. Strong winds and dense fog are the main causes of frequent flight schedule disruptions. Dense fog from various directions covers the airport as passengers anxiously wait for the weather to improve....
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