
Japan Protests New UN-Backed World Map Over Kuril Islands Depiction
Japan has asked for a correction to a new Equal Earth world map after the disputed Kuril Islands were shown in the same colour as Russia, raising territorial concerns.

Growing concerns over autonomous AI systems, cyber capabilities and weak oversight are intensifying the debate over whether development of increasingly powerful models is moving faster than safety measures.
Growing concerns over autonomous AI systems, cyber capabilities and weak oversight are intensifying the debate over whether development of increasingly powerful models is moving faster than safety measures.

11 Sept 2026

11 Sept 2026

10 Sept 2026

10 Sept 2026

Japan has asked for a correction to a new Equal Earth world map after the disputed Kuril Islands were shown in the same colour as Russia, raising territorial concerns.

India will host the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12-13 as divisions between Iran and the UAE, the Iran war and China-India ties test the expanded bloc's unity.

The Trump administration has proposed ending the 60-day grace period for H-1B and other temporary workers after employment ends, a move that could hit Indian professionals particularly hard.

China, Russia and Kazakhstan are exploring the revival of the Ob-Irtysh waterway as a potential Arctic trade corridor, but shallow waters, ice, infrastructure costs and competing water demands remain major hurdles.

Brent crude climbed above $100 a barrel for the first time since July as attacks on Iranian tankers and Saudi energy facilities intensified fears of wider supply disruptions.

From the Lucid Air and Porsche Taycan to the Tesla Model 3 and BMW iX3, these are 10 of the world’s best electric cars based on price, range, performance and technology.

A major fire at Surat’s Shyam Sangini Textile Market destroyed large quantities of festive-season fabric. More than 150 firefighters battled the blaze for hours.

The NIA has arrested PNB manager Amit Kumar in the ₹17.29 crore fake currency case in Saharanpur. Investigators are tracing the cash trail and possible Nepal links.

India has taken up Chinese business visa delays with Beijing as executives and technical teams face difficulties travelling, disrupting meetings and supply-chain operations.

Russia is not pursuing a formal de-dollarisation policy and remains open to acceptable payment mechanisms for international trade, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said ahead of the BRICS summit in New Delhi.

Pakistan spinner Nashra Sandhu was spotted wearing footwear from Virat Kohli’s One8 brand during the Women’s Asia Cup, with photos of the cricketer quickly gaining attention on social media.

The United States remains the world’s strongest financial centre, while the UK and Hong Kong continue to dominate specific areas of banking and capital markets, according to a decade-long analysis by New Financial.
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The Philippines is expanding its space programme and could deepen cooperation with India and ISRO on satellites, space technology and launch capabilities as Manila develops an indigenous ecosystem.

Agricultural cooperatives in 16 Japanese prefectures have cut advance rice payments by 20% to 40% on average as higher prices, imports and increased supply weaken demand.

Japan has asked for a correction to a new Equal Earth world map after the disputed Kuril Islands were shown in the same colour as Russia, raising territorial concerns.

India will host the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12-13 as divisions between Iran and the UAE, the Iran war and China-India ties test the expanded bloc's unity.

Samsung India has reportedly begun a workforce reduction across its television and home appliance divisions, with around 80-100 executives asked to exit amid rising costs, weaker demand and an ongoing restructuring exercise.

Biocon has partnered with Brazil’s Bahiafarma and Bionovis for the local manufacture and commercialisation of Pertuzumab under a 10-year government-backed programme, opening access to around 70% of the drug’s demand in Brazil’s public healthcare system.

Uber is eliminating around 10% of its global workforce as CEO Dara Khosrowshahi pushes for a leaner organisation, fewer management layers and greater investment in mobility, delivery and autonomous transportation.

Jaguar Land Rover plans to reduce its global workforce by around 4,000 roles while targeting £1.7 billion in savings, as the luxury automaker simplifies its operations and prepares five new products.

Mirzapur: The Movie has delivered another strong performance at the box office, earning an estimated ₹31 crore net in India on Saturday. The film's two-day domestic collection has now reached approximately ₹56.75 crore.

Sajid Nadiadwala has confirmed that Heyy Babyy 2 is in development. The sequel will be among three Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment films scheduled to be shot in Australia.

Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family announced on social media. The legendary singer was celebrated worldwide for timeless hits including Jolene, 9 to 5 and I Will Always Love You.

Awarapan 2 has delivered a strong opening after releasing on August 14. The film has crossed ₹100 crore worldwide in its first three days, against an estimated ₹25 crore landing cost.