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Tokyo welcomes PM Modi with Gayatri Mantra: Why listening to it is said to heal the mind
Lifestyle | August 29, 2025 16:35 ISTDuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Tokyo, he was welcomed with the chanting of the Gayatri Mantra, a powerful and ancient Vedic prayer. This spiritual gesture not only honoured India’s cultural roots but also highlighted the universal belief in the mantra’s healing impact on the mind.
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What is Daruma doll gifted to PM Modi in Japan? All you need to know about the Japanese lucky charm
Lifestyle | August 29, 2025 16:18 ISTGifting a Daruma doll to PM Modi reflects the warm and growing relationship between Japan and India. The exchange of such a culturally significant item shows mutual respect and shared values, especially around perseverance, leadership, and vision.
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PM Modi presented Shorinzan's Daruma Doll: Know about Indian connection of Japanese tradition
World | August 30, 2025 6:48 ISTPM Modi Japan visit: In modern times, presenting a Daruma doll to dignitaries signifies goodwill, friendship, and shared aspirations for success.
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'India-Japan will together shape ASEAN, Asian century': PM Modi hails ties with Tokyo
World | August 29, 2025 12:50 ISTPM Modi's address projected a message of optimism and opportunity, emphasising India's growing economic stature, transparent governance, and Japan's vital role as a trusted development partner.
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PM Modi's key visit to Japan amid US tariffs: Semiconductors, AI, bullet train on agenda
India | August 29, 2025 10:45 ISTThis is PM Modi's eighth visit to Japan, which comes at the invitation of Ishiba. Aimed to further strengthen the bilateral ties between India and Japan, the visit serves as an opportunity for in-depth talks between the two leaders. After concluding his visit to Japan, he will travel to China.
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PM Modi departs for Japan and China: 'Trip will build cooperation in regional peace and security'
India | August 28, 2025 23:32 ISTPM Modi said at the invitation of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, he is embarking on a two-day visit to Japan for the 15th Annual Summit.
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How Japan has been a central force behind India's development journey: Explained
World | August 29, 2025 10:30 ISTJapan’s influence on India’s industrial growth goes far beyond infrastructure projects. The entry of Suzuki into India in the early 1980s through a strategic partnership with Maruti Udyog sparked a revolution in the country’s automobile sector.
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Kokichi Akuzawa: 102-year-old Japanese man becomes oldest person to climb Mount Fuji
World | August 28, 2025 11:48 ISTKokichi Akuzawa, born in 1923, reached the summit of Japan’s highest peak after months of training that included climbing a mountain nearly every week.
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What would happen if Mount Fuji erupts? Japan govt releases AI video to raise awareness | Watch
World | August 28, 2025 11:17 ISTThe Tokyo Metropolitan Government released an AI-generated video to raise awareness of what could happen to the capital if Mount Fuji erupted.
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Beyond bullet trains: What Japan's USD 68 billion push means for India's growth story
India | August 29, 2025 10:29 ISTDuring PM Modi's two-day visit, the Japanese government is planning to announce a 10 trillion yen (USD 68 billion) investment target for India. The new target is intended to further spur investment, as the two nations work together to promote a "free and open" Indo-Pacific.
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PM Modi’s two-nation tour: Japan, China on itinerary with focus on strategic ties and SCO Summit
India | August 22, 2025 23:54 ISTPM Modi will be in Tianjin, China, at the invitation of Prez Jinping, to take part in the SCO Summit between August 31 and September 1. In addition to attending the main sessions, Modi is also expected to hold a series of bilateral meetings with fellow SCO leaders on the sidelines.
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British F‑35B fighter jet makes emergency landing in Japan, disrupts airport operations
World | August 10, 2025 20:31 ISTThe British fighter jet was engaged in joint military drills alongside Japan’s Maritime Self‑Defence Force and the United States, an exercise that began on August 4 and is set to run through on August 12.
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Hiroshima wasn’t the first target for bombing: These Japanese cities were on the original nuke list
Explainers | August 06, 2025 14:53 ISTWhile Hiroshima was selected as a target for the nuclear bombing by the US, a few other key Japanese cities were the initial targets, which included Kyoto as well.
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Paul Tibbets: The airman who piloted the USAF flight that dropped N-bomb on Hiroshima 80 years ago
World | August 06, 2025 7:12 ISTPaul Tibbets was flying his B-29 Superfortress, which he had named Enola Gay after his mother. As part of his mission, Tibbets would go on to drop a nuclear bomb - 'Little Boy' - on the Japanese city of Hiroshima during World War II.
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Why Ukrainian First Lady's plane heading to Japan landed in Jaipur? Know the reason here
India | August 05, 2025 18:31 ISTAccording to reports, the Ukrainian delegation is visiting Japan to strengthen bilateral ties and is expected to urge Tokyo to tighten sanctions on Russia and offer greater support in Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts.
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From Tokyo tycoon to Kanwariya: Who is Hoshi Takayuki, Japanese man turns into a Shiva devotee
India | August 01, 2025 19:58 ISTTakayuki once owned a successful chain of 15 beauty product stores in Tokyo, but a life-changing trip to Tamil Nadu two decades ago altered his path forever.
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PHOTOS | From Russia to Indonesia, 5 of the most devastating tsunamis ever
World | July 31, 2025 18:04 ISTAn earthquake of 8.8 magnitude hit Russia on Wednesday, triggering massive tsunamis in the region, including the US West Coast, Canada and Japan. The quake affected millions of people, but just one death was reported in Japan.
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Earthquake, tsunami: Chile upgrades its tsunami warning to red | Highlights
World | July 30, 2025 22:46 ISTTsunami waves of up to 3-4 meters were recorded in Kamchatka, according to regional emergency minister Sergei Lebedev. Evacuations were ordered in Kamchatka, Japan, and other locations, including Hawaii, where a tsunami watch is in effect.
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Tsunami hits Russia after earthquake of 8.8 magnitude strikes Kamchatka, US and Japan on alert
World | July 30, 2025 8:14 ISTThe earthquake was about 250 kilometers away from Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost of the country's four big islands, and was felt only slightly, according to Japan's NHK television.
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Trump announces 'massive' trade deal with Japan, keeps 15% reciprocal tariffs on Japanese goods
World | July 23, 2025 6:51 ISTEarlier, Trump had warned that a 25 per cent tariff on Japanese imports would be implemented starting August 1 if trade negotiations failed.
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