The Prime Minister (PM) Dasho Tshering Tobgay shared that the policies for senior citizens are ready with the works underway for the initiative, and every individual would be responsible for its success. During the 11th Meet-the- Press held on 27th December 2024, PM shared that after numerous research and discussions, …
Read More »Government sets conditions for continued tenancy for the Changjiji Housing Colony and other areas in Thimphu
During the 11th Meet-the-Press held yesterday, the Minister of Infrastructure and Transport (MoIT), Chandra Bahadur Gurung, shared that tenants fulfilling the condition may continue to occupy their units provided they meet the criteria. The minister shared a condition set by the National Housing Development Corporation Limited (NHDCL) that tenants and …
Read More »On young medical staff and medical errors
There are concerns that with hospitals now staffed with younger and less experienced medical professionals and technicians there are anecdotal incidents of medical errors coming in from medicine dosage to even being unable to draw blood. The Minister of Health (MoH) Tandin Wangchuk shared that there is a proper system …
Read More »9th Edition of Bhutan University Sports Federation Games
The 9th Bhutan University Sports Federation (BUSF) Games concluded at Samtse College of Education. The games, which began on 11th December, were scheduled to conclude coinciding with Bhutan’s 117th National Day, making the final day significant. Lungtaen Gyatso, the President of CLCS, was the chief guest at the closing ceremony. …
Read More »Red Scarf and Medal recipients of the 117th National Day
27 individuals and one institution received the National Day Honours from His Majesty The King during the 117th National Day. Red Scarf and the title Dasho upon Ugyen K Namgyel, Gyalpoi Zimpon (Royal Chamberlain) His Majesty The King conferred the Red Scarf and the title Dasho upon Ugyen K Namgyel, …
Read More »The shoe sole finishing hunt for a job after graduation
After stepping into the job market, finding nothing except for your battered shoe soles and running out of mobile data is a common scene among every class 12 pass outs and graduates. After spending almost 18 to 25 years of life in education, landing nowhere at the end is a …
Read More »Changing societal norms and building an inclusive society for persons with disabilities
The National Disability Conference 2024 from December 3 to 4 aimed to change societal norms and build an inclusive society for persons with disabilities to participate and contribute to society like any other person. The common assumption held by most is that people with disabilities are disabled because of their …
Read More »Plans to expand TVET for Grade 12 graduates to pursue further studies
The Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) is prioritizing the transformation of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system to absorb the rest of the Grade 12 graduates. Yeezang De Thapa, shared that the Royal University of Bhutan (RUB) currently admits approximately 2,600 students annually across its …
Read More »Meet the Nyagoes of the 117th National Day
The 2-month selection process and fierce competition among the Nyagoes from various dzongkhags has ended coinciding with the 117th National Day, with the Sarpang Nyagoe clenching the title, surprising his contenders and the audience in the stadium and viewers at home. The competition coordinator shared that due to the pandemic, …
Read More »The excitement of volunteers and workers preparing for the 117th National Day
Every volunteer working on the stadium’s maintenance is very excited about the National Day celebrations, and work is in full swing to make the celebration a grand success. Around 45 Indian laborers are currently working on maintaining stairs, building toilets, and maintaining other stadium infrastructure. Mrinal Hohhain who has been …
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