Digital Payments for Travelers: South Asian central bank governors met in Paro and backed a multilateral digital payment network, highlighting Bhutan’s QR link with India and plans to make Bhutanese QR payments work seamlessly in India too. Drukair Passenger Convenience: Drukair launched a Meet and Assist Service at Paro, Bangkok, Singapore, Delhi, Guwahati and Dubai, and confirmed Guwahati flights now use Terminal 2 from 2 July. Waste Pressure in Bhutan’s Tourism Core: Gangtey-Phobji is struggling with a full landfill as visitor numbers rise; the gewog is dumping waste at temporary sites that are also running out of space. Road Access Boost for Southern Bhutan: The Gelephu–Tareythang road project moved closer to construction, with the DPR due by year-end and work expected to start mid-next year, cutting the trip from ~45 km to ~14 km. Flood Disruption in Phuentsholing: Torrential rain displaced 41 families at Amochu Housing Colony and stalled parts of a major housing project. Health & Travel Reality Check: A Thimphu feature follows a woman’s long ovarian cancer battle, including referrals and support through local guesthouse and cancer society services.