Qatar Tourism Awards: Qatar Tourism has unveiled the shortlist for the 4th Qatar Tourism Awards (276 nominees across 35 categories) and opened public voting from Oct. 5–12, ahead of a Nov. 23 ceremony. Tourism Tech Push: Qatar’s MCIT says it’s moving tourism innovation “from conversation to implementation,” using AI, immersive tech, computer vision, robotics and connected systems via its Tasmu Innovation Lab. Regional Funding: India’s North Eastern Council released Rs 42.63 crore in September 2026 for projects spanning infrastructure, skills, culture and tourism across the region. Safety & Security: Bohol, Philippines, ordered police to identify suspects after two Chinese tourists were robbed at Morning Hills in Loay. Air Travel Disruption: India’s Mumbai airport international capacity may be reduced as Terminal 1 redevelopment nears; airlines are objecting to the plan and possible shifts to Navi Mumbai. Luxury Travel: British Airways revealed the refurbished Airbus A380 interior, featuring the largest business-class cabin with 106 Club Suites. Adventure Tourism: Nepal’s Resunga adventure infrastructure— a 568m zipline and 110m sky cycling—has passed final testing and is set to begin regular operations next week.