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Why the world may look different on maps after UN backs Equal Earth projection

The UN General Assembly has backed the Equal Earth projection to present the relative size of countries and continents more accurately, challenging distortions in the widely used Mercator map and sparking a debate over how the world is visually represented.

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Trump sends Kushner, Witkoff with peace proposal to end Russia-Ukraine war

US President says personal hostility between Putin and Zelensky is hindering peace efforts, as his envoys head to Kyiv and Moscow with a new proposal.

Indian, Nepalese tunnel teams step up rescue operations at flash flood-hit Chilime hydropower project

Indian and Nepalese rescue teams are working inside the Chilime tunnel to drain water, clear blocked sections and create a temporary track for heavy equipment, while medical and forensic teams continue assisting flood-affected communities.

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Trump says Iran war will not be long, claims US has crippled Tehran’s military

US President says Washington has ‘won’ as nuclear sites are destroyed and Strait of Hormuz remains under American control.

US warns EB-1 green cards for Indians may become unavailable within weeks

The State Department cited high demand for EB-1 immigrant visa numbers allocated to India and warned the category could become unavailable before the US fiscal year ends on Sep 30.

FLASH FLOODS

Nepal flash floods death toll crosses 1,100 as search operations intensify

More than 1,100 bodies recovered while nearly 4,000 people remain unaccounted for amid ongoing rescue efforts.

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India, Afghanistan move to strengthen trade, economic ties

Both sides discuss customs, banking, connectivity, pharmaceuticals and agriculture to boost bilateral commerce and investment.