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...
Bhutan has started its first-ever airborne mineral exploration with the arrival of two specialised helicopters. The initiative aims to map the country's mineral resources, an undertaking that the Department of Geology and Mines says is long overdue. Unlike previous studies focused on industrial minerals such as dolomite, gypsum, and limestone, this exploration aims to uncover precious and base metals that...
In a late-season swoop, Indian Women’s League side Kickstart FC have secured the signing of Bhutanese footballer Sonam Choden from RTC Women's FC. The short-term deal for Sonam who will play in the league until the end of next month also means she is set to become the first Bhutanese woman to play professionally in India. 22-year-old Sonam Choden also...
Farmers in southern districts have always taken advantage of warmer climatic conditions. They grow vegetables and crops earlier than those in higher altitudes. While some parts of the country remain covered in thick blankets of snow, farmers in Tsirang are gearing up to harvest the year’s first batch of early Bhutanese chillies. Every year, chillies from Tsirang hit the markets...
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...
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