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Farmers of Thasa and Kompa chiwogs of Dagana’s Laja Gewog will finally have access to reliable irrigation water starting this year. The irrigation water scheme for the two chiwogs is nearing completion. This is expected to boost agricultural production, especially rice yield and improve farmers’ livelihoods. Farmers in Thasa Chiwog are currently busy threshing paddy grown mostly using rainwater and...

On the night of the 24th of this month, Bhutanese music lovers will watch global music superstar Ed Sheeran perform live at the Changlimithang Stadium. Beyond offering world-class musical performance, the much-anticipated concert is also an inspiration for Bhutanese artists, especially singers and songwriters to take Bhutan to the global stage through music. In about two weeks, Bhutan will host...

Bhutan loses acres of forest to fire every year, raising concerns about the impact on biodiversity, climate, and the livelihoods of forest-dependent communities. The country witnessed an increasing number of forest fires for three consecutive years. According to the Department of Forests and Park Services, 99 per cent of forest fires are caused by human negligence. Despite countless fire prevention...

In a bid to address the growing prevalence of diabetes, hypertension, and other lifestyle-related health concerns while making the most of the winter holidays, the Jangsa Animal Saving Trust hosted a week-long Mindfulness Winter Camp in Gelephu. The transformative camp provided an immersive experience of holistic health, featuring yoga, meditation, nutrition, and mindful living as its core activities. The camp...