DANTAK, Green Road to use plastic waste to resurface Chuzom-Babesa stretch
A plastic road built at Olakha in Thimphu as a pilot project more than a decade ago is now paving the way for another project. DANTAK and Green Road are…
Thukten Nyendra’s Journey from Young Guitarist to Eurovision Hopeful
Thukten Nyendra, 24, from Chhukha, has emerged as the winner of Bhutan’s inaugural Rhythm of Bhutan singing competition and the country’s representative at the first-ever Eurovision Song Contest Asia. Yet…
Keeping Bhutanese culture alive every Sunday in Canberra, Australia
As thousands of Bhutanese settle in Australia, a growing concern is how the next generation will stay connected to the language, values and traditions of their homeland. In Canberra, the…
Canberra School Helps Bhutanese Children Stay Connected to Their Roots
As the Bhutanese community continues to grow across Australia, a school in Canberra is helping the next generation stay connected to its heritage. The Bhutanese Language and Culture School, formally…
India approves Nu 3bn for 12 new PTA projects under 13th FYP
Urban development is another major focus. Nu 480 M has been approved to develop infrastructure in the urban centres of seven districts. The initiative is expected to improve public amenities…
A Song Giving Voice to Bhutanese Hearts Abroad
A newly released Dzongkha song, Bhuchung Amai Chey Chey, is gaining attention for its poignant portrayal of a mother’s love and the emotional impact of migration on Bhutanese families. Sung…
Bhutan-India Development Partnership Strengthens with Nu 3B Grant for 13th Five-Year Plan
India has approved over Nu 3 billion for 12 new Project-Tied Assistance (PTA) initiatives in Bhutan under the country’s 13th Five-Year Plan, bringing the total approved PTA projects to 82.…
Homes in Paro, census in Haa: Three Bachakha households face service gaps
Three households in Bachakha Village, on the Haa-Paro border, are caught between two districts. Their homes and land fall in Paro’s Naja Gewog, while their census is registered under Samar…
Home Dialysis Launched to Ease Burden on Kidney Patients
Bhutan has introduced peritoneal dialysis (PD), giving kidney patients a more convenient and affordable alternative to hospital-based haemodialysis. The service, launched in the capital, allows eligible patients to undergo dialysis…
BECEDA Works To Strengthen Early Childhood Education In Bhutan
The Bhutan Early Childhood Education and Development Association (BECEDA) is working to strengthen the quality and professional standards of early childhood care and development (ECCD) services across Bhutan. Established on…