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In a telecasted question-and-answer program regarding the violations and offences that a defaulter would face, Lungten Dubgyur, Attorney General of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) said that the major violators will face imprisonment of up to 3 to 5 years with no option for bail as the Offences …

There are around 16 tobacco sub-outlets in Thimphu and since 24 December till date, they have sold tobacco products worth around Nu 1 million. During the first lockdown, in 17 days, they sold tobacco worth around Nu 1.5 mn. They refill the stock as and when asked by the outlets …

As of 10th January Bhutan has a total of 813  cases comprising of 550 males and 263 females and 345 active cases with 206 males and 139 females. 10th January saw 3 new cases of which two are close contacts from Semtokha and one is an expatriate detected at a …

Desuups are everywhere serving the nation at this juncture despite a harsh winter, community transmission and personal sacrifices with time away from family or the comforts of home. Despite difficulties, they are not complaining and are helping guard everyone against the virus, round the clock. Desuups shared that they are …

Despite community transmission in Thimphu, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Referral Hospital (JDWNRH) is managing the COVID cases and providing medical services 24 by 7. Medical Superintended of JDWNRH Dr Gosar Pemba said the hospital has increased the isolation ward in case the number of positive cases increases. Since the Out-Patient …

Endowed with favorable climatic conditions and fertile land, Tsirang dzongkhag in central Bhutan is considered one of the most productive and agriculturally-rich districts in the country. In the wake of COVID-19, the farmers are working hard in their fields and are earning well, as the dzongkhags sees increase in production …

How an unexpected encounter with a group of gunmen in a foreign land unfolded By Kencho Wangdi (Bonz) THE air was crackling cold as Dorji  Tshering made his way to the Samdrupjongkhar bus station in the dark with his luggage in tow. A large crowd had already gathered there, stranded …

After the announcement of the second National Lockdown on 22 December, the zoning system was implemented across the country. Head of the Office of Performance Management under His Majesty’s Secretariat, Karma Yonten, said His Majesty is worried about the hardship and difficulties faced by the people if they are locked …

People are speculating on what could be the source of the ongoing local transmission of COVID-19. Many are of the opinion that it could either be spread by the people who have stayed in the 21-day quarantine facility or those who could have relapsed after testing COVID-19 positive. Health Minister, …

The Druk Thuksey Medal recognizing an institution has been awarded to De-suung in recognition of its extraordinary contributions to the nation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Innumerable DeSuups have placed themselves as frontliners, and supported the armed forces and other agencies working to secure the borders, and serve the people during …