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National debt hits Nu 184 billion

By Tshering Bhutanโ€™s national debt hits Nu 184 billion, an increase of Nu 83 billion from Nu 101 billion in 2013. The Member from Panbang Constituency, Dorji Wangdi raised his concern and asked the government to clarify for the increase of the national debt, despite not having initiated a single major national project. Lyonchoen Dasho Tshering Tobgay thanked the opposition …

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Bhutan Foundation donates Nu 1.31 million worth of medical equipment

By Tshering Bhutan Foundation donated Nu 1.31 million worth of crucial medical equipment to the Emergency Medical Services Division (EMSD) under Ministry of Health. It was donated for Bhutan Emergency Aeromedical Retrieval (BEAR) Team as part of their ongoing program with the ministry and the Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Referral Hospital (JDWNRH) to improve emergency medical services in Bhutan. The …

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World Antibiotics Awareness Week observed

By Staff Reporter Bhutan joins the global community to observe the World Antibiotics Awareness Week (WAAW) with a theme, โ€˜Seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional before taking antibioticsโ€™ by advocating general public on the increasing threat of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). Ministry of Health in collaboration with the World Health Organization observed the World Antibiotics Awareness Week 2017 on Friday …

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Bullying taken for granted

By Chimi Rinzin Bullying is often taken as a fashion and often practiced for the sake of glamour personality and actioned simply to show off. It is a transition often believed to be sparked at our own homes and spread to the extremes of life. In time, it has indeed transformed silently from fashion to culture and many are on …

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A much awaited juvenile detention centre

Byย Dhicksha Darnal People coming into conflict with the law is increasing every year, which is escalating unavoidable challenges for Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) to mange overcrowding in detention rooms and providing space especially for women and children. Though, women and children are small minority of the prison population, their needs and rights are hardly fulfilled. Children who are arrested and …

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The momo man

Byย Yeshi Choden For few life may be fun, for some life might be joy but for many life is a struggle for survival. If not for small business they do, it seems life has no place for them in this world. It is 6 in the morning and Durga and his wife is already up and busy making momo. By …

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Igloos of Dochula

Byย Chimi Rinzin Dochula is known for its breathtaking panoramic view and its majestic 108 chortens gracing the pass. Located between Thimphu and Punakha, the pass is a popular spiritual destination for both locals and tourists. To farther add to its beauty, a hidden surprise awaits the few who take the time to venture away from the touristy hub. These curious …

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First Bhutanese rap album released

By Tshering It was 2011, when Kezang Dorji started making rap music and till date he had produced more than 30 songs. On Thursday, Kezang became the first Bhutanese rapper to release music album titled โ€˜The KUZUZANGPO Albumโ€ on a 2GB USB Drive containing 16 songs. It is compilation album of 16 rap songs. The songs are in Dzongkha, English …

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Farmers reluctant to revert fallow lands

Byย Chimi Rinzin More than 80% of the population is involved in agriculture in our country. Agriculture has been the main source of livelihood for generations. But today, due to various reasons, it seems farmers are losing interest in agricultural work and as a result most of the lands are left fallow. As per the RNRC Newsletter released recently, most of …

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