Smoked fish businessman seeing a new hope in business
Sonam Chophel, 45, of Berti, Zhemgang, is trying hard to keep his smoked fish production business going. He is the district’s lone remaining venture of this kind. Despite seven years…
Locals demand improvement in Haa-Samtse Secondary National Highway
The Haa-Samtse Secondary National Highway is seeking for long-term road improvements as periodic landslides continue to restrict access. During the rainy season, the 77-kilometer length of the Haa-Samtse SNH has…
Drukair Expands International Network with New Dubai-Paro Route
Agency: Drukair officially launched its new twice-weekly flights to Dubai on the 28th October 2024, marking a significant step in expanding the airline’s international network. The inaugural flight was attended…
Bhutan & Indonesia tied up for business progress
A high-level Indonesian group led by the Indonesian ambassador to Bhutan, as well as corporate delegations from India, are visiting the kingdom to explore new prospects for commercial collaboration. This…
Bhutan govt adding pottery as Special Educational in SEN schools
Students in five pilot Special Educational Needs schools throughout the country will soon have the opportunity to learn pottery as a practical skill. Selwa, with the assistance of the TIKA,…
Growing concerns over high taxi fares in country: Commuters call for solutions
Agency: Commuters across the country are voicing growing concerns over exorbitant taxi fares, with complaints about inconsistent pricing and lack of enforcement of official rates becoming increasingly frequent. Once an…
The World Ukelele Programme in Bhutan is not only emphasize the skill
The evening was alive with the vivid sound of the ukulele and tunes shared by both students and visiting performers, which filled the space with excitement. Bhutan hosted the World…
Farmers fetch good price for potatoes this year
Agency: Potato farmers across the country are benefiting from a significant price surge this season. Potatoes, a staple crop grown predominantly in the dzongkhags of Paro, Trashigang, Wangdue, Bumthang, Chhukha,…