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WEB4 days ago · September 9th, 2024. In a major foreign currency bust at the Paro International Airport, customs and security officials seized undeclared sums of USD 500,000 in two separate incidents involving a businessman and a businesswoman, both bound for Bangkok, Thailand.
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WEB4 days ago · September 3rd, 2024. It is disturbing to witness growing exploitation of the social media for unauthorised solicitation of donations. On August 21, 2024, the home ministry issued a notification strictly prohibiting unauthorised solicitation of donations via social media platforms such as TikTok, Facebook, and others without prior approval.
Australia’s new enrolment cap for foreign students likely to affect ...
WEB4 days ago · The Australian government’s recent decision to cut international student intakes at several universities starting 2025 has caused concerns among Bhutanese students who are planning to study in Australia. Although Bhutan is relatively a minor market for Australian universities, the new restrictions ...
Thimphu Tshechu Fair showcases local products amidst festive …
WEB4 days ago · Thinley Namgay. In a celebration marking the first birth anniversary of Her Royal Highness (HRH) the Gyalsem, the Thimphu Tshechu Fair kicked off yesterday at the Clock Tower in Thimphu, with the opening day of the Tshechu festival. The three-day event is designed to highlight and promote Bhutan’s locally manufactured products, featuring a ...
MOAL plans innovative agri-tech farming in Sarpang
WEB5 days ago · Gelephu—The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MOAL) is currently working on a plan to develop an innovative agriculture and livestock system in Sarpang to align with the vision of Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC). Agritech and forestry is one of the seven core economic clusters identified for GMC. The agriculture and livestock minister …
Debunking myths surrounding traditional source of nutrition
WEB5 days ago · The NHS study highlights a significant gap in nutrient-rich food consumption. “Fruits, vegetables, and animal-sourced foods are often underrepresented in diets, leading to nutritional deficiencies,” he said. One major misconception is the reliance on rice as the main source of nutrients and calories. Dr. Prem said that diversifying cereals ...
When in a festive mood | Kuensel Online
WEB4 days ago · When in a festive mood. The microphone is working. The “mic check” sound is loud enough for the surrounding hills to echo and amplify it, alerting the capital’s residents that there is an event at the Changlimithang park. Thimphu is in a festive mood. Pre-tshechu activities started as early as Thursday night heralding a long weekend.
Nu 20 billion second phase of small hydro projects to kick off by ...
WEB5 days ago · Dechen Dolkar. The second phase of small hydropower project development in the country, with a total estimated budget of Nu 20 billion, is set to commence by October this year. The second phase includes the construction of five small hydropower projects—90MW Jomori, 54MW Gamri, 26MW Druk Bindu I & II, and 25MW Begana …
Let’s get the ESP rolling | Kuensel Online
WEB6 days ago · When the government unveiled the Economic Stimulus Plan (ESP), it was received with much fanfare and excitement. For obvious reasons, that is. The ESP—the much-needed panacea to our current economic woes—is an intervention that would revitalise the economy ravished by the Covid-19 pandemic. With a substantial financial …
Cabbies stick to old fares despite fare revision | Kuensel Online
WEB5 days ago · He said that while the official fare for a trip from City Bus Parking to Babesa is Nu 58.07 per passenger, taxis are currently charging only Nu 50. The 9km trip from City Bus Parking to Babesa from upper road would cost Nu 232.29 at the new rates, which divides to Nu 58.07 per passenger if the taxi is shared among four people. The taxi ...
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