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  Shigemi Fukahori, survivor of Nagasaki atomic bombing, dies at 93: The saga of peace and resilience

  World | January 05, 2025 18:57 IST

  Shigemi Fukahori, the survivor of nuclear bombing in Nagasaki on August 9, 1945, died at the age of 93. Japan was attacked by the United States during the second World War in 1945, which saw the first use of atomic bombs in the history of mankind.

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  Japan approves record defence budget with plans to become 3rd highest spender: What is India's rank?

  World | December 27, 2024 23:51 IST

  The Japanese Cabinet has given its go-ahead to increase the country's defence budget to 8.7 trillion yen ($55 billion) in 2025. Japan currently seeks to shield itself from threats emerging from rivals like North Korea and China.

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  What is Hokkaido milk? Know its benefits and why it's so popular worldwide

  Lifestyle | December 17, 2024 11:52 IST

  Well, apart from cow milk people are trying various kinds of milk nowadays according to their health requirements. However, Hokkaido milk has gained a lot of popularity worldwide. Know what is it and what are its benefits.

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  Undermined trust: Japan's largest bank apologises over theft of more than 1 billion yen by employee

  World | December 16, 2024 18:42 IST

  The employee, responsible for the act, has been fired, and she is cooperating with the bank's internal probe and a police investigation. However, she has yet not been arrested.

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  Earthquake of 6.2 magnitude jolts Japan's Noto region

  World | November 26, 2024 22:39 IST

  Earlier in January, a stronger 7.2 magnitude quake hit the Noto region of Japan. The tremors led to significant damages to roads and infrastructure while 370 people were killed.

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  Japanese rocket engine dramatically explodes shortly after ground combustion test | VIDEO

  World | November 26, 2024 12:59 IST

  The fire, which was followed by an explosion and plumes of white smoke, followed an explosion last year by the same Epsilon S engine during a test, Japan's Kyodo news agency reported.

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  Casio launches its first smart ring with stopwatch, flashing alarm, video goes viral | WATCH

  Trending | November 21, 2024 19:46 IST

  Casio has unveiled its first ever smart ring, the CRW-001-1JR, to commemorate its 50th anniversary in the digital watch industry. Priced at USD 128, the smart ring will be in Japan this December and features a retro LCD screen, a stopwatch, a flashing alarm, and an impressive two-year battery life.

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  Japan voters punish Ishiba's scandal-tainted ruling coalition, leave no party with clear mandate

  World | October 28, 2024 11:08 IST

  Ishiba's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its junior coalition partner Komeito took 215 seats in the lower house of parliament, down from 279 seats, as voters punished the incumbents over a funding scandal and a cost-of-living crunch.

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  Tokyo: Man detained for throwing firebombs at Japan's ruling party headquarters

  World | October 19, 2024 12:47 IST

  Tokyo police arrested a 49-year-old man for hurling firebombs at the Liberal Democratic Party headquarters. No injuries were reported during the incident. 

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  Nobel Peace Prize 2024: Japanese organisation Nihon Hidankyo gets prestigious award | DETAILS

  World | October 11, 2024 16:06 IST

  Nobel Peace Prize 2024: Witnesses to the only two nuclear bombs ever to be used in conflict, members of the group, also known as Hibakusha, have dedicated their lives to the struggle for a nuclear-free world.

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  Nearly 90 flights cancelled after US World War-II era bomb explodes at Japanese Airport | VIDEO

  World | October 02, 2024 19:20 IST

  Japan's Miyazaki Airport was closed for travel after authorities confirmed that a 500-pound US bomb probably dropped during World War II had exploded. Multiple unexploded bombs have previously been found at Miyazaki airport, according to officials.

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  Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone-starrer Jawan to release in Japan on THIS date | Deets inside

  Bollywood | October 02, 2024 14:48 IST

  After creating havoc with its box office performance globally, the Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone-starrer actioner Jawan is all set to premiere in theatres in the country, which is also known as the 'Land of the Rising Sun'.

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  Japan prepares for general election on Oct 27 after electing new PM: Here's what you need to know

  World | October 01, 2024 20:51 IST

  Shigeru Ishiba was elected as Japan's new PM and he announced his 20-minister cabinet comprising only two women. He had already announced snap elections for October 27, to reverse LDP's rising unpopularity over a 'slush fund' scandal and controversial ties to a church.

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  Japan elects Shigeru Ishiba as new Prime Minister after Kishida's surprise resignation

  World | October 01, 2024 12:23 IST

  Shigeru Ishiba was chosen as the party’s leader on Friday to replace Fumio Kishida, who then stepped down earlier on Tuesday to pave the way.

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  Japan PM Fumio Kishida resigns, paves way for his likely successor Shigeru Ishiba

  World | October 01, 2024 7:08 IST

  Japan Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi announced that PM Fumio Kishida and his ministers stepped down at a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday.

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  Japan announces snap election on Oct 27, market falls flat amid Ishiba's victory speculations

  World | September 30, 2024 12:35 IST

  Ishiba has expressed support for the Bank of Japan's moves to raise interest rates from their near-zero level. He also backs other policies, such as possibly raising corporate taxes, that are seen as less market-friendly.

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  Japan's ruling party names 'dissenter' Shigeru Ishiba as PM Fumio Kishida's replacement | Who is he?

  World | September 27, 2024 13:08 IST

  Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said in August that he would step down, setting off a scramble among would-be successors to replace him as head of the world's fourth-largest economy. His administration had become unpopular due to a slush fund scandal and faltering economy.

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  India overtakes Japan to become third-most powerful country in Asia | Here's how it happened

  World | September 26, 2024 12:11 IST

  This is the first time India has overtaken Japan in the Asia Power Index, signalling its rise to become a global superpower in the coming decades. India is now behind only the United States and China in terms of influence in the Asian continent.

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  PM Modi's strong message in US: 'Quad is here to stay, we are not against anyone'

  World | September 22, 2024 5:51 IST

  PM Modi asserted that the Quad was not against anyone and it supported "rules-based international order and respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity". He also said free, open, inclusive and prosperous Indo-Pacific region is the Quad's shared priority and shared commitment.

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  PM Modi to attend Quad Summit hosted by US President Biden today | What's on agenda?

  World | September 21, 2024 6:58 IST

  PM Modi will begin his three-day visit to the US by attending the Quad Summit hosted by Biden in Wilmington, Delaware on Saturday. He will also address an Indian diaspora event and attend the UN Summit of the Future on Monday.