Around 1,400 international guests from countries including Bangladesh, Cambodia, Canada, China, Taiwan, France, India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, the United Kingdom and the United States attended the 108 Jangchub Chortens event in Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC). Many of the guests, particularly devotees from Southeast Asia, traveled to Gelephu to take …

While thousands gathered in Gelephu to witness the historic raising of the 108 Jangchub Chortens, Gembo found himself drawn to something others might have overlooked; the waste/trash left behind. Despite being unwell, he picked up his waste-picking stick and began cleaning the sacred sites, eventually carrying a large bag of …

The five-day 108 Jangchub Chortens event in Gelephu brought more than religious significance, as the arrival of thousands of attendees and international visitors also created business opportunities for local entrepreneurs. From hotels and restaurants to small retail shops, businesses in Gelephu reported increased customers and sales during the event. An …

Bhutan’s cinema halls are experiencing a significant surge in attendance, a trend driven by stronger storytelling, advanced production techniques, and evolving audience preferences, according to local filmmakers and theater operators. Tek Nath Adhikari, manager of City Cinema in Thimphu, confirmed that both the volume of film screenings and overall public …

The National Library and Archives of Bhutan in Thimphu is increasingly becoming a study space for students, particularly those preparing for the Bhutan Civil Service Commission (BCSE) examinations. According to Junior Librarian, Tshering Phuntsho, the number of students visiting the library has been increasing every year, with more than 2,000 …

Gelephu is preparing to welcome more than 150,000 visitors for the 108 Jangchub Chortens on 1st November, with arrangements underway for crowd management, transportation, accommodation, drinking water, sanitation and public safety. The registered visitor numbers are 120,000 but could climb up as many would not have registered yet with an …

For some women, menopause is something they have read about, researched online and prepared for. For others, the changes begin without a clear understanding of what is happening to their bodies. Some women learn about perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause through online searches, personal research and conversations about health. They may …

For Bhutan’s women footballers, the question is not just how much they earn from the game, but whether football can provide a sustainable livelihood. While current players say their income is enough to cover their basic needs, accounts from former players and coaches point to financial challenges and the search …

For patients living with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), a kidney transplant can offer hope for a better quality of life, but finding a suitable donor remains a major challenge. For those who depend on regular dialysis, the illness brings not only physical exhaustion, but also financial hardship and uncertainty about …