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Japan: Man who attacked ex-PM Fumio Kishida convicted, sentenced to 10 years
World | February 19, 2025 9:25 ISTFormer Japanese PM Fumio Kishida was attacked in 2023 during a campaign. While he escaped unhurt, two others sustained minor injuries. The attack came a year after his predecessor Shinzo Abe was assassinated during a campaign.
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'Japan on another level': Jam jar's lid closes by itself, viral video stuns internet | WATCH
Trending | February 18, 2025 10:37 ISTJapan's innovative genius is at it again! A viral video shows a jam jar's lid closing by itself, leaving the internet stunned and amazed. Witness the incredible technology that's taking the world by storm!
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Forbes list of most powerful countries in the world 2025 released: What is India's rank? | In Pics
World | February 03, 2025 20:30 ISTThe Forbes list of the top 10 most powerful countries in the world is based on several parameters including leadership, economic influence, political influence, strong international alliances, and military strength of the countries.
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Is US planning a retreat from Indo-Pacific? Japanese PM prepares for tough negotiations with Trump
World | January 24, 2025 13:14 ISTJapanese PM Shigeru Ishiba has been seeking to meet US President Donald Trump after he won elections in November. Ishiba, who is likely to embark on US visit in coming weeks, wants Trump's commitment to ensure a strong American presence in the region.
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Earthquake of magnitude 6.9 hits Japan's Kyushu, Tsunami warning issued
World | January 13, 2025 19:06 ISTJapan on Monday was hit by a 6.9 magnitude quake, the Japan Meteorological Agency reported. Tsunami warnings have also been issued for Miyazaki Prefecture, where the temblor was centered, in the southwestern island of Kyushu.
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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 ISTShigemi 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 ISTThe 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 ISTWell, 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 ISTThe 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 ISTEarlier 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 ISTThe 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 ISTCasio 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 ISTIshiba'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 ISTTokyo 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 ISTNobel 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 ISTJapan'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 ISTAfter 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 ISTShigeru 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 ISTShigeru 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 ISTJapan 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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