Meet Yeshi Choden – Bhutan’s First Women Satellite Engineer, A Graduate Of The National University Of Singapore
Yeshi Choden, 25, got interested in Space Engineering out of...
Weavers Of The Much Sought After Kharza-Kop Bags From Jangphutse, Bhutan
For generations, women in this hamlet in Bhutan have been weaving...
7th Jomolhari Mountain Festival Showcases Unique Culture Of The Highlanders
The festival has become an important event where the highlanders...
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News
Snowman Run – As Important As It Is For Bhutan, The Run Is For The World
The run was envisioned by His Majesty The King after multiple visits to the highlands.
Bhutan To Be First Country To Achieve Universal Health Coverage: Prime Minister Dr Lotay Tshering
The ultimate objective is to provide access to health care for all people.
Bhutan’s Prime Minister Dr Lotay Tshering Spoke At Climate Action Summit In New York
“We call on all countries to submit enhanced climate pledge and long-term low greenhouse emission development strategies,” he said.
Bhutan Marked 100th Anniversary Of Save The Children, Highlighting Its Contributions
Save the Children office in Bhutan celebrated its 100th anniversary on 20th of September 2019.
Features
Malaya: Bhutanese Jewelry Line Inspired By The Spirits And Tradition Of The Himalayas
The brand started in 2016 and the two partners have been regularly releasing new items ever since.
Meet Yeshi Choden – Bhutan’s First Women Satellite Engineer, A Graduate Of The National University Of Singapore
Yeshi Choden, 25, got interested in Space Engineering out of curiosity as the discipline is a completely new course in Bhutan.
Weavers Of The Much Sought After Kharza-Kop Bags From Jangphutse, Bhutan
For generations, women in this hamlet in Bhutan have been weaving bags as their main occupation.
Patra – Bhutanese Art Of Wood Carving
Patra carvings can be found in the production of books, images, architectural designs, furniture and many other wooden artefacts.
Sports
Bhutan’s Pelden Wangchuk Wins 10th Edition Of Tour 0f Dragon Mountain Bike Race
This year, the race also saw the highest number of female participants compared to past years.
Tour Of The Dragon – Toughest One Day Bike Race Starts On 7 September In Bhutan
It takes sheer toil and stamina for the top riders to complete the 268 km race which finishes at the capital, Thimphu.
Meet Jojo Kinley – An Inspiring 81 Years Old Archer From Bhutan
“We feel so happy to see an 81-year-old playing among us. We feel privileged to play with him."
Two Young Bhutanese Swimmers Competed In 18th FINA World Championship
The duo are proud to represent Bhutan and compete on a worldwide stage for the first time.
Business
Cottage & Small Industries Flagship Programme Rolled Out In Bhutan, Set To Create More Jobs
The CSI sector was identified as one the flagship programme in view of its greater socio-economic roles in Bhutan.
Bhutan’s Himalayan Food Aims To Produce Healthy Snacks With A Worldwide Reach
Himalayan Food currently produces potato chips, apple chips and banana chips.
Sherza Ventures Limited Launched IPO, Aims To Establish Brand Bhutan Products Globally And More
Sherza Ventures Limited aims to be a hyper retail and wholesale trading venture using e-commerce.
iMerit Bhutan Launched, Hopes To Create Far-Reaching Socio-Economic Impact
iMerit strives to drive social and economic change by tapping into an under-resourced talent pool, thereby creating digital inclusion.
Travel
7th Jomolhari Mountain Festival Showcases Unique Culture Of The Highlanders
The festival has become an important event where the highlanders get to showcase their unique culture and traditions.
Plans In The Pipeline To Set Up More Homestays In Sakteng, Eastern Bhutan
We are hopeful that our homestay business in Sakteng will boom with the increase in the number of tourists."
Thimphu Tshechu And What It means To The Bhutanese
The Thimphu Tshechu is the biggest festival in Bhutan, among other religious tshechus that happen in every district.
Plans In The Pipeline To Develop Trongsa For Tourism
“The people of Trongsa were very supportive of the tourism development concept for the locality.”
Lifestyle
Launch Of Karen Greenspan’s Footfalls From The Land Of Happiness: A journey Into The Dances Of Bhutan
The book delves into familiar subjects that are what continues to shape Bhutan’s image.
Critically Acclaimed Film - Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom, Showcases The Magic Of Bhutan’s Highlands
Directed by Pawo Choyning Dorji, this highly acclaimed movie has been accepted for more than 10 international film festivals.
A Blend Of The Traditional And Contemporary – Showcasing The Best Of Bhutanese Products
The designers showcased their products at the RTA gallery on 18 September which was graced by Her Majesty the Queen Mother Sangay Choden...
7 Vegetables You Must Try While Visiting Bhutan
Read Tashi Choden's blog on the vegetables to try if you ever visit Bhutan.
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