Japan
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Japan postpones launch of rocket carrying lunar lander for the third time due to bad weather
World | Aug 28, 2023, 11:30 AM ISTAccording to NASA, the satellite and its two instruments will observe the universe’s hottest regions, largest structures and objects with the strongest gravity.
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Japan to launch satellite, lunar lander on Monday after success of India's Chandrayaan-3
World | Aug 28, 2023, 12:01 AM ISTUnlike Chandrayaan-3, Japan's SLIM lander will enter the Moon's orbit about three to four months after launch, orbit the moon for a month, and descent after four to six months.
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China bans seafood from Japan as it releases wastewater from Fukushima nuclear plant
World | Aug 24, 2023, 12:44 PM ISTChinese authorities said they will “dynamically adjust relevant regulatory measures as appropriate to prevent the risks of nuclear-contaminated water discharge to the health and food safety of our country."
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North Korea's 2nd spy satellite failed after error occurred during 3-stage flight rocket launch
World | Aug 24, 2023, 08:39 AM ISTNorth Korea's aerospace agency said it will conduct a third attempt in October after finding what caused a failure.
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Kim watches missile launches as North Korea prepares for new round of weapons tests amid US drills
World | Aug 21, 2023, 12:22 PM ISTKim said he would bolster efforts to build powerful warships and modernize shipboard and underwater weapons systems for the North's navy.
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US, South Korea enter 'duty to consult' security pledge with Japan amid conflict with China, N Korea
World | Aug 18, 2023, 09:04 PM ISTThe pledge requires all three countries to "share fundamentally interlinked security environments" and consult each other in case of security threats.
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman meets Governor of Japan Bank, seeks investments for India
Business | Aug 17, 2023, 10:19 AM ISTDuring the meeting with JBIC Governor Hayashi Nobumitsu in New Delhi, both exchanged views on JBIC's recent activities in India contributing towards Japan's venture focus of five trillion yen throughout the following five years.
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Germany: World War II-era bomb dug up in Dusseldorf, over 13,000 residents evacuated to safety
World | Aug 08, 2023, 02:56 PM ISTNotably, it is not the first time an unexploded WWII-era bomb has been dug up in a large German city.
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Japanese Encephalitis infection claims 11 lives in Assam so far: Know its symptoms
India | Aug 06, 2023, 02:17 PM ISTThe state government has additionally given a monetary guide of Rs 1 lakh to every patient going through treatment at private medical clinics.
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Japan: Man spends over $20,000 to transform into 'human dog', takes first walk in public
World | Jul 29, 2023, 02:20 PM ISTToco was seen in his YouTube channel being taken out for a walk on a leash, sniffing at other dogs in a park and rolling around on the floor. His appearance was seemingly well received by other dogs.
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Grown by Indian teacher, THIS Mango variety costs Rs 2-3 lakh per kg for its unique taste
India | Jul 27, 2023, 11:45 PM ISTA teacher from Odisha has succeeded to grow a new variety of Mango called 'Miyazaki', one of the most costliest due to its unique taste.
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India's semiconductor mission progressing at very fast pace, says Union Minister
Business | Jul 20, 2023, 10:31 PM ISTIndia's semiconductor mission is progressing at a very fast pace. Step-by-step we are achieving new milestones, said Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
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Passport Index: Which country has the world's strongest passport and what is India's rank?
World | Jul 19, 2023, 10:05 AM ISTThe United Kingdom has moved two spots above, ranking in 4th place, while the United States has dropped two places to the 8th spot.
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Japan: 2 dead as heavy rainfall triggers mudslides, floods; 6 missing
World | Jul 10, 2023, 12:29 PM ISTOne of the deceased persons was buried under a landslide in Japan's Fukuoka prefecture. Search and rescue operations are underway.
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Japan: At least three people injured after explosion hits building in Tokyo’s Shimbashi | VIDEO
World | Jul 04, 2023, 06:48 PM ISTAn emergency call was made by an onlooker to the police at around 3:15 p.m. A fire broke out on the second floor of the structure, as indicated by the police.
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Japan raises age of sexual consent from 13 to 16| Know about other countries around the world
World | Jun 16, 2023, 10:11 PM ISTJapan's Parliament on Friday raised the age of consent from 13 to 16. Japan's age of consent for sex was among the lowest in the world.
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Japan: Trainee shoots 3 fellow soldiers during military exercise on army base; 2 killed
World | Jun 14, 2023, 10:33 AM ISTA number of other people were believed to be participating in the training when the shooting occurred, but details are still under investigation.
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Earthquake of 6.2 magnitude hits Japan's Hokkaido prefecture, no tsunami warning
World | Jun 11, 2023, 08:20 PM ISTAccording to Japan Meteorological Agency, the epicenter of the quake was off the coast of the town of Urakawa, and no tsunami warning had been issued.
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'Wood' you believe it? Japanese researchers plan to launch satellite made of trees in space by 2024
Science | Jun 03, 2023, 01:38 PM ISTAfter the wood samples were returned to Earth from the International Space Station by Japanese astronaut Koichi Wakata, they were also subjected to a preliminary inspection, which included strength tests and analyses of crystal structures.
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Japan PM Kishida fires his son from top position for 'inappropriate private parties' with friends
World | May 29, 2023, 09:56 PM ISTKishida said he severely reprimanded his son for the party, but that failed to quell ongoing criticism from opposition lawmakers and public outrage which have pushed down his support ratings.