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In a growing concern over escalating attrition rates in Bhutan's health and education sectors, skilled professionals departing for foreign countries have raised worries about the effectiveness and quality of services within these critical sectors. Prime Minister, Dasho Dr Lotay Tshering, acknowledged that attrition is a challenge faced by all government sectors, but identified the education sector as being particularly affected due to its larger workforce. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, the Prime Minister declared that the education sector is now a top priority for the government. With approximately 600-700 teaching vacancies, the shortage of qualified educators is severely impacting the quality of education provided. In response, the government has devised a multifaceted strategy to tackle this pressing issue. Firstly, an immediate measure will be the recruitment of more teachers on a contract basis. This approach aims to swiftly address the attrition gaps a...

On 1st August , a momentous occasion unfolded as His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen graced the Lungtenzampa School's Golden Jubilee celebrations. The esteemed presence of Their Majesties added a regal touch to the event, especially considering that they themselves are alumni of this renowned educational institution. Joining in the festivities were also Their Royal Highnesses Princess Sonam Dechan Wangchuck, Princess Dechen Yangzom Wangchuck, and Princess Eeuphelma Choden Wangchuck, all of whom have walked the halls of Lungtenzampa school. Former teachers and students who have been part of the school's journey over the last 50 years were also in attendance, creating a heartwarming sense of reunion. The origins of Lungtenzampa school can be traced back to its inception as Thimphu Nursery School in 1972, under the guidance of its first principal, Mrs. Carolyn Tshering. Since then, the school has flourished, molding young minds and contributi...

The shortage of healthcare facilities in public healthcare centers or hospitals has become a pressing concern that demands immediate attention. In response to this shortage, unauthorized private healthcare clinics and dental clinics have emerged in Thimphu.  T he Ministry of Health acknowledges the significance of accessible and affordable healthcare for all citizens and is actively working to address this issue by increasing the number of public healthcare facilities. The limited budget allocated to the healthcare sector is one of the key reasons behind the shortage of healthcare facilities in Thimphu. The government faces numerous challenges in allocating funds for healthcare infrastructure, staff training, and medical equipment. Consequently, the existing public healthcare centers and hospitals are struggling to meet the rising demand for healthcare services. In addition to the budget constraints, the shortage of healthcare professionals exacerbates the situation. Wi...

Karma Kelvin Dorji is inspiring a lot of people by his generous and philanthropic work. Hailing from Trashi Yangtse, Karma was formally a monk at Trashigang Dratshang, however he was adopted by a foreign family and raised in Darjeeling. It was through the popular social media platform TikTok that Karma got acquainted with Thinley Gyeltshen from Rangshikhar, Trashigang. This experience inspired him to create a social service program dedicated to helping those with disabilities or anyone in need.  Karma has documented his visits to the homeless and those with disabilities on his Facebook page KiDophotography Vlog , where he provides money, food, clothes and other supplies. He is using his encouraging messages to spread awareness of his cause, which is to encourage people to make positive contributions to the world.  He is gaining widespread recognition for his selfless efforts and inspiring many people to follow in his footsteps.

A shocking incident occurred in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol when a woman left her husband after he used two tomatoes in the food he cooked.  The recent surge in the price of tomatoes has hurt the pockets of many across the country, including consumers, restaurants, food manufacturers, and other businesses.  Sandeep Burman, who owns an eatery, approached the police, requesting them to find his wife Aarti Burman. Burman said his wife got upset after he used tomatoes in the food without consulting her and started arguing about it. The police have since confirmed that the man has filed a complaint. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.

Bhutan National Bank (BNB) was announced as the winner of the Best Bank Award at the Indian Chamber of Commerce  Emerging Asia Banking Conclave and Awards 2022 in Goa, India.  BNB was recognized for its innovative products and services that have been beneficial to its clients and the banking industry. BNB Director Customer Experience Mr. Dorji Namgyal Rinchhen accepted the award on behalf of the bank. The Indian Chamber of Commerce Emerging Asia Banking Conclave and Awards 2022 honors banks from BIMSTEC countries for their efficiency and best practices. These practices are expected to help the banking industry in the region to move forward and stay ahead in the competition.

Chencho Gyeltshen is someone who doesn’t need an introduction to the Indian football circuit. The Bhutanese attacker has made his mark wherever he tied his boot and this time, it’s time for the yellow army. How much do you know him? Let’s hear his story! Did you know that Bhutan’s national game is archery? Young Chencho was an athlete, but not football, not archery, taekwondo was the first discipline he learned.He says, “Bhutan’s national game is archery and it’s a tradition to play during our free time, but only a few can take it as a career. During our time, nobody had a full-time job playing archery and me playing football should be considered destiny, because I never thought I could play when I was playing taekwondo before. So football was my destiny “. Everyone has had their struggling days which now they look back makes them stronger. Chencho’s father was a farmer and was not happy with his son playing football back then, little did he know his son was made for doing ...