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Bhutan receives second tranche of Nu 5bn from India for Gyalsung Project

Bhutan received the second tranche of Nu 5bn from the Government of India for the Gyalsung Project on Tuesday. The Indian Ambassador to Bhutan, Sudhakar Dalela handed over the amount to the Foreign Affairs and External Trade Minister, D.N. Dhungyel. Under the MoU for the Gyalsung Infrastructure Project, the Government of India has disbursed a total of Nu 10bn so far. The first tranche of Nu 5bn was released in January of this year. The MoU outlines Nu 15bn in concessionary loans for the development of infrastructure for Gyalsung academies. This is in addition to India's plan assistance to Bhutan.

Samdrup Jongkhar welcomes new football stadium

There is good news for football fans in Samdrup Jongkhar. The construction of the Samdrup Jongkhar Thromde football stadium is finally completed. Spectators can now enjoy matches comfortably with proper seating. Before, they had to brave the rain or stand to watch the matches. The Samdrup Jongkhar Thromde spent Nu 65 M to construct the stadium.

Man sentenced to nine years in prison for rape of 15-year-old girl

The Punakha District Court has sentenced Sangay from Guma Gewog in Punakha to nine years and one month in prison for raping a 15-year-old girl. The court passed the judgment last week. According to the judgment, the 53-year-old man had sexual intercourse with the female student during summer vacation in June last year and impregnated her. Although the man confessed to having sexual intercourse with the minor, he denied paternity of the unborn baby and requested a prenatal DNA test during the trial. If the paternity is confirmed, the girl can file a separate civil suit.

Rainfall slightly below average in 2023: NCHM’s State of Climate Report

The country received a slightly below-normal rainfall compared to the long-term average, last year. According to the National Centre for Hydrology and Meteorology or NCHM’s State of Climate Report 2023, the annual average rainfall was almost 1,800 millimetres in 2023. Rainfall is measured in millimetres to provide a standardised and uniform way to quantify it. The NCHM uses 20 meteorological stations across the country to collect rainfall data.

Bangladesh Embassy in Bhutan marks 54th Independence Day

The Embassy of the People's Republic of Bangladesh in Bhutan celebrated its 53rd Independence Day at the Bangladesh Embassy in Thimphu today. The celebration began with the hoisting of the Bangladeshi national flag.

Wangdue Phodrang police arrests a man for alleged burglary

The Wangdue Phodrang Police detained a 25-year-old man for alleged burglary cases earlier this month. The suspect was arrested on the 13th of March based on CCTV cameras footage.
Thursday, March 29th (19th day of 2nd Bhutanese Month)
Good DayTo make annual and scheduled calender offerings only


Bad DayTo appease local deities, appoint to new post, start education, shift house, hand and take over office, enter new house, start new business, roof house, hoist Lungdhar, dead activities and sell property
Rest of the week
March 29th
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Remembering Lyonpo Ugyen Tshering

On the 30th of January, a long-time servant of Bhutan, Lyonpo Ugyen Tshering, passed away. The first democratically-elected foreign minister was known for his intelligence, hard work, eloquence, and humility. Lyonpo Ugyen brought the first computer to Bhutan and had a hand in purchasing the country’s first aircraft. He spent his life serving the country under the reigns of the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, and His Majesty The King. Afflicted by Parkinson’s disease, Lyonpo retired from public life in 2013. Here is a look back at his life and legacy. 

How Bhutan’s first paralympian made the cut: shot putter Chimi Dema’s journey from humility to world stage

In a world that is often discriminatory to persons battling disabilities, Bhutanese Paralympian shot putter Chimi Dema has transcended these stereotypes against all odds. Chimi is hailed by her coaches as one of the consistently performing and promising athletes today. In this story, we look at how sports changed the course of Chimi’s life, giving her a new lease of life.
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