Japan News

In a strong jolt felt across western Japan, a 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck Shimane and Tottori, disrupting train services but causing no injuries or tsunami warning.  

Heavy snowfall triggered a 50-vehicle pileup on Japan’s Kan-etsu Expressway, killing two, injuring 26, causing fires and closures, major traffic.

Police have arrested Masaki Oyama (38) on suspicion of attempted murder. Police also received a call that someone was splashing an unspecified liquid around the factory and are carrying probe into the incident. 

In a significant invention in Japan, after Wowing World Expo visitors, a human washing machine has been put on sale that cleans a person like a laundry.   

In a significant diplomatic development, South Korean President Lee and Japan’s Prime Minister Takaichi held their first summit to discuss strengthening bilateral ties and regional cooperation.

The agreements were concluded during the second day of the Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue (IPRD 2025), the Indian Navy’s annual conference on maritime strategy. Both 

When it comes to ancient civilizations and the rich tapestry of human history, some countries stand out for their remarkable longevity and cultural heritage. The world is home to several nations that have existed for thousands of years, witnessing the rise and fall of empires, the birth of languages, and the evolution of societies. 

This unique country offers a pathway for individuals who wish to completely disappear from their current lives, allowing them to erase their past identities and begin a new chapter.

Despite their unconventional age gap, and even being older than her mother-in-law, the couple calls each other ‘prince’ and ‘princess’ — a bond that carried them to marriage.  

There are 195 countries in the world. Of these, there are some whose roots can be traced back to thousands of years ago. The concept of a country or nation-state is relatively modern, but many regions have ancient roots, with some of the oldest civilizations contributing significantly to human history. Here are seven of the oldest countries or civilizations, considering continuous habitation and historical continuity:  

India and Japan will expand military cooperation through more frequent joint exercises involving all three of their forces, the army, navy and air force. 

PM Narendra Modi said that stable India-China relations was also essential for the multipolar world, given the volatility.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the two nations have charted a roadmap for the next decade during the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit.

Prime Minister Modi will embark on a two-day visit to Japan for the 15th Annual Summit from August 29 to 30 at the invitation of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, before travelling to Tianjin, China, from August 31 to September 1, for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit.

Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to embark on a two-day visit to Japan, where he will attend the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit with his Japanese counterpart, Shigeru Ishiba, during which the two leaders will focus on further strengthening ties between the two countries.

China has invited not only Asian nations but also European countries to participate in the event. The celebration of the event has caused unease in Japan, with Tokyo reportedly reaching out to nations urging them to abstain from the event.

Addressing an event in Gujarat's Ahmedabad, PM Narendra Modi said that the National Critical Mission will help India unearth rare minerals within the country.

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are expected to confirm the new target during their meeting in Tokyo on August 29, according to a source-based report in Japan's 'The Asahi Shimbun' newspaper.

Earlier, on June 14, a British Royal Navy F-35B fighter jet from the UK Navy aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales was forced to make an emergency landing in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, after developing a hydraulic system fault.

This deal marks a breakthrough after months of stalled negotiations with key trading partners, as Trump's August 1 deadline for higher tariffs approached.