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The United Nations General Assembly has backed a resolution promoting the use of the Equal Earth map projection, which more accurately represents Africa’s vast landmass and challenges the long-standing dominance of the Mercator map.
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.
US President Donald Trump’s latest push to rename New Mexico, combined with tariff threats, military warnings and pressure on allies, is adding to growing concerns about Washington’s relations with Canada, Mexico and Europe. At the same time, countries including India, China, Russia and Brazil are exploring stronger ties beyond the US.
Jail authorities have recovered smartphones, SIM cards, Wi-Fi routers, electronic devices and ₹31,000 in cash from the cell of Aftab Ansari, the convicted mastermind of the 2002 American Centre attack, at Kolkata’s Presidency Correctional Home.
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), led by founder Abhijeet Dipke, has announced a nationwide protest campaign beginning October 2, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and changes to the electoral roll and Election Commission appointment process.
The Trump administration has launched an “economic D-Day” campaign aimed at isolating Iran from the global economy, putting pressure on major trading partners including China, the UAE, Turkey, Iraq and India.
Sprite and IRCTC have launched the Sprite Tejas Express on the Lucknow–New Delhi–Lucknow route, marking Sprite’s first branded train partnership in India. The six-month campaign will feature branded coaches, onboard Sprite offerings and sustainability-focused initiatives.
Union Minister JP Nadda met a delegation of reservation-reform activists after the August 21 Jantar Mantar protest. Activist Ajeet Bharti criticised the meeting, alleging that the government's outreach failed to address the movement's core demands.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis has backed FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe’s strict action against alleged food adulteration, saying enforcement will continue across the state.
CJP Meeting Today LIVE: The Cockroach Janta Party's National Working Committee is meeting online at 2 PM on August 24 to discuss pending government assurances, including FIRs against protesters, protection for students and compensation for families of deceased NEET victims.
nion Minister Kiren Rijiju has defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's limited use of formal press conferences, saying Modi prefers direct public engagement and has given numerous interviews to journalists.
Chennai Super Kings have appointed former India fast bowler Zaheer Khan as their new head coach for IPL 2027, ending Stephen Fleming’s 18-year association with the franchise. The appointment marks a major change in CSK’s coaching setup after the team missed the playoffs for a third consecutive season.
