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Do you pick up a plastic wrapper when you see it on the ground, or do you walk past it? Many assume it's someone else's job, but that's not true. With rising waste generation and improper disposal, waste management has become a national concern. However, if everyone takes responsibility for their waste, the problem becomes manageable. That’s the mission of...

In Khebisa Gewog of Dagana, a four-storey mud house constructed centuries ago stands as a witness to history. Now, as it crumbles under the weight of time, its owner faces a difficult choice: preserve the ancient structure filled with sacred artefacts or risk dismantling it, despite the community's warnings of misfortune. The four-storied traditional mud house is in Gibsa. Once...

The residents of Tading Gewog in Samtse are struggling to manage waste due to the lack of waste collection services. With no better option, many have resorted to burning waste, raising environmental and health concerns in the community. Without waste collection services, the waste management challenge continues to grow with over 5,000 residents in the gewog. “When we burn waste,...

After a five-year hiatus, the Winter Camp for Highlanders has returned, bringing nearly 40 students from Lingzhi Middle Secondary School together for an unforgettable learning experience. Organised by JICA, the five-day programme that began today will explore ICT, science, health, nutrition, and more through interactive and hands-on activities designed to encourage growth and creativity. 15-year-old, Nima Yuden from Lingzhi has...