Japan
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Beyond bullet trains: What Japan's USD 68 billion push means for India's growth story
India | Aug 29, 2025, 10:29 AM 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 | Aug 22, 2025, 11:54 PM 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 | Aug 10, 2025, 08:31 PM 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 | Aug 06, 2025, 02:53 PM 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 | Aug 06, 2025, 07:12 AM 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 | Aug 05, 2025, 06:31 PM 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 | Aug 01, 2025, 07:58 PM 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 | Jul 31, 2025, 06:04 PM 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 | Jul 30, 2025, 10:46 PM 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 | Jul 30, 2025, 08:14 AM 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 | Jul 23, 2025, 06:51 AM 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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Japan Upper-House Election: Ishiba's Coalition Loses Majority, What's Next?
News | Jul 22, 2025, 12:31 PM ISTJapan Upper-House Election: PM Shigeru Ishiba's coalition lost its upper house majority, winning 47 seats. Despite the setback, Ishiba vows to stay in office and tackle key issues like US trade tariffs.
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Japanese PM Ishiba's coalition fails to secure majority in crucial upper house election
World | Jul 21, 2025, 07:27 AM ISTIshiba had set the bar low, wanting a simple majority of 125 seats, which means his LDP and its Buddhist-backed junior coalition partner Komeito needed to win 50 to add to the 75 seats they already have.
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Why Japan sounded global alert over China's military buildup and alliance with Russia, North Korea
World | Sep 03, 2025, 06:41 PM ISTThe report highlighted a sharp rise in Chinese warship activity in the Pacific, especially near Japan's southwestern region. It noted that over the past three years, the number of Chinese naval transits near Taiwan and the Japanese island of Yonaguni has tripled.
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Delhi earthquake: What India can learn from Japan as it sets standard with deep-sea sensor network
India | Jul 10, 2025, 04:40 PM ISTA 4.4 magnitude earthquake near Jhajjar was felt across Delhi-NCR on Thursday highlighting the region's seismic risk and lack of early alerts. Japan's advanced undersea sensor network offers valuable lessons for India on strengthening real-time earthquake preparedness.
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Trump announces to impose 25% tariffs on Japan, South Korea from Aug 1; warns against retaliation
World | Jul 08, 2025, 12:05 AM ISTTrump has also signalled a possible reduction in the newly announced 25% tariffs on Japanese and South Korean goods, provided both nations agree to revise their current trade policies. Meanwhile, the White House added that similar trade letters would be sent to 12 more nations.
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Japan on edge ahead of July 5 'Disaster Date' cited in viral comic book
World | Jul 02, 2025, 07:23 PM ISTA wave of unease is sweeping through Japan as it braces for July 5. Whether or not it brings a catastrophe, the panic stirred by a manga reveals a deeper truth Japan's fear of the inevitable.
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International Sushi Day 2025: 5 types of this popular Japanese delicacy that you should know
Food | Jun 18, 2025, 07:33 AM ISTThere are several benefits of sushi as it has omega-3 fatty acids, protein, vitamins and minerals. Hence, if you're thinking of trying sushi, you can do so. There's no one type of sushi, and if you're trying for the first time, here are some types that you should know about.
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Matcha latte: Here's how you can easily make the internet's latest trend at home
Food | Jun 08, 2025, 08:32 AM ISTMatcha originated in Japan and is used in tea ceremonies. Today, it is being used in beverages, desserts, and even savoury dishes. If you too want to try the viral matcha latte, here's an easy recipe that you can use to make this beverage at home easily.
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Japan’s private lunar lander 'Resilience' crashes into moon in failed mission
Science | Jun 06, 2025, 09:43 AM ISTThis marks ispace's second failed lunar mission. Its first attempt in 2022 also ended in a crash, prompting the company to name the current lander Resilience.