Japan
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Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par to release in Japan as 'Sitaare'; know when it will hit theatres
Entertainment | Sep 27, 2026, 09:08 PM ISTBollywood superstar Aamir Khan is set to return to Japanese theatres with his film Sitaare Zameen Par, after Dangal. The Japanese distributor made the announcement via a social media post. Know more about the film's release timeline.
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Japan's air chief takes sortie in Tejas, hails it as 'truly invaluable experience' | WATCH
India | Sep 20, 2026, 11:02 PM ISTParticipating in the bilateral aerial exercise 'Veer Guardian' in Rajasthan's Jodhpur, Japanese Air Force chief General Takehiro Morita flew a Tejas aircraft. He later described his experience as "truly invaluable".
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Indian vlogger shows futuristic public toilet with voice-controlled features
offbeat | Sep 18, 2026, 06:26 PM ISTAn Indian travel vlogger has gone viral after showcasing a futuristic public toilet in Japan that can be operated using voice commands. From turning on the sink to playing music, the experience left him impressed, prompting him to say, "Japan is living in 2057."
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14-hour wait, no rooms! Asian Games 2026 chaos leaves Indian athletes stranded in Nagoya
Other Sports | Sep 17, 2026, 02:43 PM ISTAsian Games 2026 preparations in Nagoya have been hit by reported accommodation problems, with Indian athletes and officials among those waiting for rooms for more than 14 hours. Athletes from Thailand, Vietnam, China and South Korea have reportedly encountered similar difficulties.
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Japan's JCR upgrades India's credit rating to A- with a stable outlook, cites high growth rate
Business | Sep 02, 2026, 04:59 PM ISTLast month, two global rating agencies, S&P and Fitch, affirmed India's investment-grade rating, citing a dynamic, fast-growing, robust economy, policy stability, and high infrastructure investment.
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Japan earthquake: 5.9 magnitude quake rattles eastern region, 23 injured
World | Aug 23, 2026, 07:49 AM ISTA preliminary 5.9 magnitude earthquake rattled eastern Japan, including Tokyo, early Sunday. At least five people were injured, trains were delayed and a water pipe ruptured in Tokyo's Koto ward. No tsunami warning was issued.
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Uttar Pradesh is land of unlimited potential, says CM Yogi at UP-Japan Investment Meet 2026
Business | Aug 19, 2026, 01:17 PM ISTAddressing the UP-Japan Investment Meet 2026, the Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath invited Japan to invest in the state.
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Indian traveller asks Japan store to reheat food, owner calls police after learning his nationality
offbeat | Aug 12, 2026, 08:20 AM ISTTravel creator Anant M has shared an account of an uncomfortable experience at a 7-Eleven in Shizuoka, Japan, where police were called after he identified himself as Indian. The incident has since sparked a wider discussion online about racism, food rules and traveller behaviour.
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Cat wakes up from sleep moments before earthquake shakes room in Japan, video goes viral
offbeat | Jul 29, 2026, 06:59 PM ISTA cat's split-second reaction before a powerful earthquake struck Japan has gone viral online. The animal suddenly woke up and scanned its surroundings moments before the room began shaking, sparking fresh debate over whether animals can sense earthquakes before humans.
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Death count in Japan earthquake rises to 13, PM says racing against time to find missing survivors
World | Jul 29, 2026, 12:27 PM ISTAt least 13 have been confirmed dead in Kumamoto region, more than 90 hospitalised and search for survivors is still underway. Self-Defence Forces join rescue workers to deliver essentials at worst-hit areas.
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Earthquake of 7.1-magnitude hits Japan, tremors felt across the country, tsunami advisory issued
World | Jul 28, 2026, 02:17 PM ISTThe quake was reported at the depth of 10 km (6 miles) below the sea surface, JMA said. No damage or injuries were immediately reported after the 4:29 pm quake. The quake was recorded in the western region of Kumamoto, about 900 km (540 miles) southwest of Tokyo.
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China cries foul as 14 countries, including Japan, reject Beijing’s claim over South China Sea
World | Jul 13, 2026, 12:11 PM ISTChina summoned Japan’s envoy in Beijing to lodge a formal protest as Tokyo on Monday joined 13 other nations to affirm an international ruling rejecting China’s claims in the South China Sea. It further accused the island-nation and its partners of undermining regional stability.
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Indian traveller asks for directions in Japan. Strangers leave her with a memory for life
offbeat | Jul 03, 2026, 07:50 PM ISTAn Indian traveller's request for directions in Japan turned into an unforgettable experience after strangers personally walked her to her destination instead of simply pointing the way. Her heartwarming story has prompted many others to share similar experiences.
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Brazil end 88-year-long wait with come-from-behind Japan win in World Cup round of 32
Football | Jun 30, 2026, 02:11 PM ISTBrazil have entered their 11th straight round of 16 with a come-from-behind win against Japan in the round of 32. They were trailing 1-0 at halftime before Casemiro and Gabriel Martinelli rescued them with strikes in the second half.
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6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Japan's northeastern region; no tsunami warning issued
World | Jun 28, 2026, 06:55 AM ISTThe powerful earthquake, which had a magnitude of 6.1, struck the northeastern region of Japan, which triggered panic among the locals. However, authorities have not issued a tsunami warning, and no injuries have been reported yet.
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Japan, Sweden qualify for World Cup knockouts after draw; Samurai Blue's opponents revealed
Football | Jun 26, 2026, 01:26 PM ISTJapan have finished second in Group F after their 1-1 draw against Sweden at the Dallas Stadium. Both Japan and Sweden have made it to the round of 32, with the Swedes among the eight best third-ranked teams, having four points from three matches.
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Japan's obesity rate is 6%, America's is 43%: Health coach explains the difference
Lifestyle | Jun 16, 2026, 10:31 AM ISTA health coach says your surroundings may influence your weight more than genetics. Comparing obesity rates in Japan and the US, he argues that daily infrastructure and lifestyle habits play a major role in long-term health.
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Rs 2.5 lakh for Japan trip, Rs 90,000 for Goa? Woman's post on expensive school trips goes viral
Trending | Jun 09, 2026, 07:38 AM ISTA viral social media post claiming that a parent spent Rs 2.5 lakh on a school trip to Japan and Rs 90,000 on a Goa holiday has sparked a debate about the rising cost of raising children. The post questioned whether growing expenses are one reason more families are choosing to have only one child.
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Major embarrassment: Japan mosque inaugurated by Pakistani envoy declared illegal over fishy records
World | Jun 03, 2026, 09:21 AM ISTThe mosque is located in Kawagoe, in Japan's Saitama Prefecture, on a 4,500-square-metre plot classified as mountain forest land. The area falls under an urbanisation control zone, where construction is generally not allowed.
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Dhurandhar Japan Release: Here's when Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar's spy thriller will hit theatres
Entertainment | Apr 29, 2026, 12:58 PM ISTRanveer Singh and Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar is set for a Japan release in July 2026. Jio Studios and B62 Studios confirmed the film's overseas rollout after its strong global box office run.