Sustainable Tourism Push: Bhutan’s Department of Tourism is urging hotels to adopt the Bhutan Green Hotel Standard (BGHS), aiming to strengthen “High Value, Low Volume” tourism through measurable eco-friendly practices tied to Gross National Happiness. Local Roads & Visitor Access: Thimphu residents and workshop owners are worried about rumours of relocating the Olarongchhu automobile workshops, but say the bigger issue is still the damaged roads, potholes and drainage problems affecting daily access. More Bhutan in the Market: Adventure World says enquiries from Australia and New Zealand have surged, launching new 8–15 day Bhutan journey collections that blend major sights like Tiger’s Nest and Punakha Dzong with deeper village and monastery experiences. Digital Payments in Focus: In Paro, SAARCFINANCE governors met on cross-border digital payments and regional financial integration, with Bhutan highlighting priorities around modern payment systems and inclusion. Bank Holiday Reminder (For Travelers): If you’re planning banking in India while connecting to Bhutan, note banks are closed on July 16 for Ratha Yatra/Harela in some states, July 18 in Sikkim for Drukpa Tshe-zi, and closed nationwide on July 19 (Sunday).