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Breaking Gender Barriers with Power of Dance: Drukpa Nuns’ Unique Approach to Buddhism
The Drukpa nuns have taken the world by storm with their unique and mesmerizing dance performances, which bring…
January 26, 2026
Bhutan’s New Distance Star Sets His Sights on the World Stage
In a country where perseverance and quiet determination often define success, 31-year-old runner Gawa Zangpo is steadily carving…
January 26, 2026
Bhutan’s tourism rebounds strongly, generating USD 43 million in SDF revenue
Bhutan’s tourism sector staged a robust recovery last year, with visitor numbers climbing sharply and direct revenues from…
January 25, 2026
Youth Innovation with UPSHIFT
The final day of the UPSHIFT Bootcamp was marked by fresh thinking, confident pitches, and a strong sense…
January 25, 2026
Off-Road Mountain Biking in Bhutan
Bhutan is not a destination that reveals itself at speed. And yet, for those who travel on two…
January 24, 2026
Biggest Bet on Hydro Pays Off — World Bank Greenlights, India Buys In Big
The recent approval by the World Bank Group of an $815 million financing package for the 1,125 MW…
January 24, 2026
Mega Farms to Train Youth, Reform Prisons and Boost Food Security
Bhutan is charting a new course in agricultural development with the emergence of large-scale “mega farms” designed not…
January 23, 2026
Beyond Start-Ups: Rethinking Youth Entrepreneurship in Bhutan
Sir/Madam, The recent assessment Youth Entrepreneurship in Bhutan: Building Pathways to Job Creation offers an encouraging yet sobering…
January 23, 2026
Bhutan Moves to Reset Tourism Workforce Standards Amid Industry Strain
Bhutan’s tourism sector is preparing for a major overhaul as the Department of Tourism (DoT) rolls out new…
January 22, 2026
Spiritual Offering Concludes in Bodhgaya in Support of Gelephu Mindfulness City
A remarkable three-year spiritual initiative reached its conclusion recently in Bodhgaya, as Tshedrak Gompa, widely known as the…
January 22, 2026