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An unidentified predator has been attacking goats in Dogaag Chiwog of Gozhi Gewog in Dagana. Livestock farmers suspect the predator to be a leopard. In more than a month, it has attacked 19 goats.   Since the 20th of last month, the predator has attacked goats belonging to 13 households. Of these, 14 goats have died and five are critically...

Experts, donors and policymakers have gathered for a six-day conference in Paro to find solutions for mitigating and adapting to climate change in the Hindu Kush Himalayan region. The conference serves as a platform to exchange knowledge and develop plans for securing future funding for climate action. With this year on track to be the hottest on record, with temperatures...

Efforts are underway to bring transformation in the civil service. The Royal Civil Service Commission’s Executive Forum which concluded today focused on how leadership can serve as a catalyst for transformation. The forum emphasized on self-reflection, re-examining current practices, and setting a vision for the future. Nearly 100 senior executives from ministries, agencies, and districts attended the forum in the...

As the vision for the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) begins to take shape, Bhutanese living abroad, particularly in Australia, are showing interest in contributing to its development. Inspired by His Majesty’s recent visit to three Australian cities in October, many are exploring ways to invest and play a role in this ambitious project. While some have no clear idea of...