Typhoon Dolphin Disrupts Travel in China and Japan: Eastern China shut schools and tourist sites as Typhoon Dolphin neared, with Zhejiang and parts of Fujian in the storm path and Shanghai also affected; water activities, ferries and cruises were suspended. Bangladesh Tourism Push: Western travel advisories are still hurting visitor confidence, but US and Japan have eased warnings; officials at Dhaka’s TTDC launch urged better branding, coordination and investment to lift the sector. India’s Urban Air Mobility Plan: India aims to have electric air taxis flying by 2028, with testing expected to accelerate next year after DGCA approvals for Sarla Aviation. Ladakh Tourism Surge: Ladakh logged 3.3 lakh arrivals in Jan–July 2026, nearing its full-year 2025 total, with June and July each topping 1 lakh visitors. Philippines Golf Gets a Booking Boost: Golaman launched as an online platform covering 79 courses, aiming to grow sports tourism and attract more regional players. ASEAN Day Signals Deeper India Ties: Jaishankar marked 59th ASEAN Day with renewed focus on connectivity, trade, digital links, defence, education and cultural exchanges. J&K Adventure Tourism Award: Jammu and Kashmir won “Best Adventure Tourism Destination” at TTF Ahmedabad, highlighting trekking, rafting, skiing and community-based tourism. Maritime Digitisation: India launched E-Samudra to digitise maritime governance and improve seafarer welfare, safety and service delivery.