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Amidst the misty hills of Samtenthang village, the nation bid a heartfelt farewell to one of its most cherished sons, Dasho Tshering Wangda. His life, a tapestry of selfless service and unwavering dedication, came to a tragic end last week after a lone elephant attack. He was 72 and is survived by his wife and five children. The state funeral...

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...

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...

A decade ago, the people of Khangma Chiwog in Pema Gatshel’s Yurung Gewog began growing cardamom to boost their income and improve their livelihood. While the crop helped them make money, it didn’t meet their expectations. However, cardamom prices have doubled this year, bringing farmers significant financial relief. The residents of Khangma Chiwog began cultivating cardamom about ten years ago...