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Dorji Lopen confers Dhar to newly appointed senior monastic officials

The Dorji Lopen of the Zhung Dratshang conferred Dhar to the newly appointed Chief Auditor, Vice Ritual Master, Paro Dumtse Lam and Trumpet Master at...

Months on, access remains a challenge for flood-hit Bai Kunzang Chiwog

Months after the flash floods in October last year, several communities continue to struggle with poor access. One of them is Bongo Gewog’s Bai...

Road accidents on rise, police urge caution

Motor  vehicle accidents have been on the rise for four years. This is according to the latest police data. The police said mechanical failure, human error,...

Officials consult residents as 570MW Wangchhu Hydropower Project advances

As the Wangchhu Hydroelectric Project moves closer to implementation, officials are engaging with residents in the areas where the project will be constructed. The...

Zangdopelri in Samdrup Jongkhar set for renovation after years of neglect

After years of neglect, the Zangdopelri in Samdrup Jongkhar thromde will finally get a renovation. The thromde administration is allocating Nu 7.5 M for...

Construction of Shambala Dzong begins in GMC

Construction of the Shambala Dzong, one of the major spiritual projects under the Gelephu Mindfulness City, has officially begun. Led by the Central Monastic...