BHUTAN TODAY The New Perspective

As Bhutan embarks on a transformative journey to develop the Gelephu Mindful City (GMC), it’s essential to recognize that this ambitious project is more than just an economic endeavour. Rooted in the principles of the Gross National Happiness (GNH), the city’s vision reflects a commitment to harmonious development that balances economic prosperity with cultural preservation and environmental stewardship. However, as …

Sangay Wangdi, an accomplished animator, clinched the Silver Khadhar at the 2024 Beskop Tshechu Film Festival in Bhutan for his evocative work, “Flicker.” Known for his ability to infuse simplicity with profound themes, Sangay’s animations resonate deeply with audiences, offering contemplative insights into the meaning of life. Motivated by this recognition, Sangay is driven to further explore the realms of …

DIRECTION: Karma JerryGenre: Family DramaDuration: 2 Hours 18 MinutesCast: Tshering Dorji, Tandin Bidha, Sonam Yeegha Palden “Aum Penjor” is a profoundly moving film that seamlessly blends beautiful storytelling, splendid acting, and timely social commentary. From start to finish, the movie captivates audiences with its emotional depth, tackling issues of identity, love, and acceptance with both sensitivity and grace. Produced under …

…𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝑩𝒉𝒖𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒆 𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒎𝒔𝒆𝒍𝒗𝒆𝒔 𝒃𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂 𝒕𝒐𝒙𝒊𝒄 𝒐𝒏𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒄𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒓 𝒔𝒆𝒍𝒇-𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒎 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝒘𝒆𝒍𝒍-𝒃𝒆𝒊𝒏𝒈 By Lhendup WangmoIn an era increasingly defined by digital connectivity, Bhutan’s youth are navigating a challenging online landscape, where the rise of social media platforms has brought a wave of cyberbullying, trolling, and harassment. Although social media offers opportunities for creativity and connection, it …

…𝑺𝒎𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑴𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔, 𝑩𝒊𝒈 𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒕 By Kezang ChodenIn a move to empower local farmers and enhance Bhutan’s agricultural resilience, seventy farmers across the gewogs of Dophuchen, Tading, Norbugang, Yoeseltse, Sangngacholing, and Tendruk in Samtse Dzongkhag recently received mini tillers designed for ease of use, especially by women. This innovation, valued at Nu 66,375 each, represents a significant investment toward achieving food …