Bjabchho community builds Nu 40 M temple to replace ageing structure
A three-storey temple taking shape in Chhukha’s Bjabchho Gewog is the result of a community effort involving hundreds of households and more than Nu 40 M in investment. With construction…
Bjabchho’s Nu 40 M Temple Nears Completion
A new three-storey community temple in Bjabchho Gewog, Chhukha, is nearing completion after a community-led investment of more than Nu 40 million. Around 90 per cent of the construction has…
The Spiritual Meaning Behind Bhutan’s Prayer Wheels
Prayer wheels remain a familiar sight across Bhutan, where people of all ages spin them as part of Buddhist religious practice. The tradition is believed to have originated in Tibet…
Zhey: Bhutan’s Traditional Dance of Rhythm and Heritage
Zhey, meaning “dance”, is one of Bhutan’s traditional folk dances, combining rhythmic singing with energetic movements. Performed exclusively by men, the dance features a fixed number of steps, each carrying…
Online harassment allegations raise concerns over children’s safety on social media
As more young people spend their time on social media, so too have concerns grown about their safety online- about who can reach them and how. A recent case has…
YaY-Gokab Connects Young Jobseekers with Employers
YaY-Gokab brought employers and jobseekers together in an effort to address Bhutan’s persistent skills and employment gap, particularly among young people. Organised by the Department of Employment and Entrepreneurship, the…
Indian Delegation Visits Bhutan to Explore Opportunities in Specialized Healthcare
An Indian medical value travel delegation interacted with senior officials, healthcare institutions and the travel sector in Bhutan, discussing opportunities for collaboration, including quality and specialised healthcare services, and capacity…
Jigmeling wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre opens its doors to visitors
The wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre in Jigmeling, Sarpang, is taking on a new role as a public attraction. The 15-acre centre, established in 2015 to rescue and rehabilitate injured…
Bhutan Loses 27 Glaciers in Nine Years as Warming Shrinks Ice Cover
At Wakila in Laya—situated at an altitude of over 5,000 meters above sea level—Dorji grazes his yaks on high-altitude mountain pastures, following a lifestyle passed down through generations. For centuries,…
Bhutan to Expand Access to Specialised Healthcare in India
Ten more Indian hospitals are expected to join Bhutan’s Medical Referral System, giving Bhutanese patients greater access to specialised healthcare in India. The development was discussed during a Medical Value…