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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.
The US Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4.00% on September 16, its first rate increase under Chair Kevin Warsh. Policymakers signalled that another hike could follow as inflation remains above the Fed’s 2% target.
West Bengal is under significant fiscal pressure, with a large debt stock, rising interest costs and substantial welfare commitments. But while Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has described the state as “practically bankrupt”, its budget figures do not indicate literal bankruptcy.
Nepali journalist Parshuram Kaphle has criticised China over the lack of an early warning before devastating flash floods hit villages and infrastructure along the Nepal-China border, questioning Kathmandu's close ties with Beijing.
At least 55 people have died and nearly 400 are missing after devastating flash floods struck Nepal's Rasuwa district near the Tibet border, with 133 Indians reportedly among those missing.
Security agencies have intensified operations across Jammu and Kashmir following the killing of Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Hashim Musa, with intelligence inputs warning that Pakistan-based terror networks could attempt retaliatory attacks or target vulnerable locations.
Hanuman Ansh, reportedly made for less than ₹2 crore, has crossed the ₹100-crore mark in theatres. The film's young producer Anupriya Nagar says her journey began unexpectedly after she discovered Neem Karoli Baba's connection with Steve Jobs.
A Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions fellowship in Brussels gave Ghanaian researcher Eric Gaba the resources and time to develop a low-cost prosthesis using pineapple leaf fibre, highlighting the EU programme’s role in supporting global research talent.
The Falkland Islands remain one of the most sensitive territorial disputes between Britain and Argentina. From the 1982 war and Argentina’s constitutional claim to emerging oil resources and renewed US involvement, the islands continue to carry major political, strategic and economic significance.
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.
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.
Penguin India has reportedly withdrawn from publishing Sonia Gandhi’s memoir after the former Congress president declined proposed changes and deletions to the manuscript. Other publishers are now competing for the book, with HarperCollins reportedly close to finalising a deal.
