Himalayan Disaster Watch: Nepal and China’s Tibet region are still reeling after the Aug 26 glacial collapse triggered cascading ice-rock debris flows and flash flooding along the Nepal–Tibet corridor, with reports now putting deaths well over 700 and missing above 3,000, while authorities warn of more flooding risk as barrier-lake threats linger. Cross-Border Friction on Info: A report says China has deleted citizen-shot videos of the Tibet devastation, adding to questions about access and disaster reporting even as casualty figures continue to shift. Bhutan Angle—GLOF Alarm: The tragedy is reviving Bhutan’s long-running concerns about glacial lake outburst floods and unstable mountain cryosphere, underscoring how hazards can travel far downstream and disrupt regional safety and tourism routes. Tourism Regulation in Bhutan: Bhutan’s Tourism Department has tightened rules for overnight stays, requiring DoT approval and certification for hotels, village homestays, and even camping/outdoor accommodation—no tourist night halts at non-certified sites. Connectivity & Payments: India’s UPI is expanding globally, with Uzbekistan set for UPI rollout, while Bhutan’s travel ecosystem continues to grow via air connectivity and tourism infrastructure updates.