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Bulletin world briefing: Interpol hunt for female suspect in Monaco parcel bomb attack

Interpol hunt for woman identified in Monaco parcel bomb attack Iran begins public mourning for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei Five in hospital after man accidentally sets off anti-bear spray in Japan post office Turkish comedian jailed over viral stand up show insulting President Erdogan WHO issues new hantavirus update…

The Independent UK

AST SpaceMobile’s Japan Catalyst Puts Its Rollout Story Back in Focus

ASTS surged 21% on June 29 after Japan announced a ~$912 million subsidy for a Rakuten-led D2D satellite project, spotlighting AST SpaceMobile's partnership.

MarketBeat

China's warning reveals what really happened at Modi-Takaichi summit

India and Japan's recent summit in Delhi has sparked concern in Beijing. Agreements on defense, critical minerals, and AI signal a strategic shift, prompting China to caution against "exclusive small groupings." The summit's focus on economic security, diversified supply chains, and defense co-development, particularly the UNICORN project, directly challenges China's…

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Seoul soul-searching after World Cup exit

On this edition of Access Asia, we find out why anger is brewing in South Korea after the country's national team was eliminated from the World Cup. We also ask our Sports Editor why China hasn't managed to make it to football's top tier despite massive investment. Plus, Japan's prime…

France 24

Odisha signs pact with Japanese co, ACME Group for Rs 67,000-cr investment

Odisha has inked a significant Memorandum of Cooperation with ACME Group and Japan's IHI Corporation, committing an investment of Rs 67,000 crore for green industrialization and technology transfer. This collaboration aims to establish a massive green hydrogen ecosystem in the state, building on recent large-scale investments. Chief Minister Mohan Charan…

The Economic Times

Haruki Murakami fans rejoice as landmark new book goes on sale in Japan

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The Independent UK

I bought a fan jacket to survive the UK heatwave – it might be the best purchase I’ve made this year

I've been eyeing up Japan's famous fan jackets for years – the UK's latest heatwave finally convinced me to buy one

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India-Japan ties should not target third party: China on Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi's visit to Delhi

China has voiced concerns over bilateral cooperation that could target third parties, following India and Japan's announcement of landmark initiatives including economic and defense pacts. Beijing emphasized that such partnerships should foster regional understanding and stability, not division. The joint statement also expressed worry over the East and South China…

The Economic Times

Business Brief (July 3): China, U.S. Step Toward Farm Tariff Cuts

New A-share accounts jumped 74% in June, while 25 China-Japan flight routes were suspended

Caixin Global

Japan to raise residence permit fees from October 1

Japan is set to significantly hike fees for residence permits and permanent residency applications starting October 1, with permanent residency costs soaring twentyfold to 200,000 yen. This move comes as the nation grapples with a record 4.1 million foreign residents. The government cites increased costs associated with managing immigration and…

The Economic Times

Japan emerges as largest APAC contributor to India's GCC ecosystem: Deloitte

Japan is now India's top contributor to the Asia-Pacific GCC sector, with over 100 Japanese companies establishing centers. These hubs are increasingly focusing on innovation, digital transformation, and product development in areas like AI and advanced manufacturing. This expansion signifies a new era of economic collaboration, leveraging India's talent and…

The Economic Times

Maruti's plant inauguration by PMs of India, Japan 'greatest possible honour': T Suzuki

Suzuki Motor Corporation President Toshihiro Suzuki expressed immense honor as Indian and Japanese Prime Ministers virtually inaugurated Maruti Suzuki's new Kharkhoda plant. This significant event underscores a deepened commitment to "Viksit Bharat," with a focus on human development. Suzuki emphasized this by visiting skill development and road safety institutes, highlighting…

The Economic Times

Japan’s Takaichi says she looks up to Modi as an ‘elder brother’ as they sign over 100 agreements

Japanese companies ready to invest around two trillion yen in India through approximately 120 business agreements

The Independent UK

Why does this street in Japan look like an endless tunnel of red gates: The fascinating story behind thousands of vermilion ‘torii’

Few places in the world are as instantly recognisable as the seemingly endless tunnel of brilliant red gates winding through a forested hillside in Kyoto, Japan. To first-time visitors, it can appear as though an ordinary street has been transformed into a glowing crimson passageway stretching into the distance. In…

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Five in hospital after man accidentally sets off anti-bear spray in Japan post office

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The Economic Times

Beyond China, beyond tariffs: India, Japan look to MSMEs to turn strategic ties into factory-floor partnerships

As Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visits India, industry sees the biggest opportunity not in tariff concessions but in supplier ecosystems, technology transfer, and MSME-to-MSME partnerships that can reshape manufacturing.

The Economic Times

Chipmaker Kioxia ships next-gen memory samples as AI boom fuels dramatic comeback

The growth of AI has fueled a remarkable turnaround for Kioxia, which was previously seen as an example of Japan's chipmaking struggles but whose stock price has surged more than sevenfold this year to a market capitalisation over $250 billion, exceeding Toyota Motor's.

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Man accidentally sets off anti-bear spray in Japan post office

Five people hospitalised after man accidentally discharges anti-bear spray inside Nagoya post office

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Fortune

Nissan CEO Ivan Espinosa was forced to put together a plan to save the Japanese carmaker in just six weeks: ‘I knew what had to be done’

Espinosa faces the challenging task of revitalizing an automaker that’s getting hit on multiple fronts, from fierce Chinese competition to U.S. tariffs.

Times Life

Why Cows Are Sacred in India: The Religious, Legal, and Bovine Reality Behind Hindu Veneration

The Law Protects What the Temple HonoursTwenty-nine of India's thirty-six states and union territories have laws that restrict or outright ban cow slaughter. In Uttar Pradesh, the Uttar Pradesh Prevention of Cow Slaughter Act carries a penalty of up to ten years in prison. In Gujarat, it is a life…

The Guardian - AU

Postecoglou is exactly what Japan need after fifth-straight World Cup knockout loss

The Samurai Blue’s toughest opponents are themselves. The Australian coach would help them kick down the door to football’s global elite

Bangkok Post

Four-member team set for historic Asian Games debut

Thailand will send four padel athletes to compete at the 20th Asian Games in Japan as the sport has been included as a medal event in the regional tournament for the first time.

The Independent UK

Haruki Murakami’s first novel with female protagonist released at midnight launch in Tokyo

The novel is currently only available in the Japanese language

The Economic Times

Japanese Proverb of the Day: “Those who are strong with the blade are good at… — Life lessons on strength, discipline, character, self-control and why mastery means control

Japanese proverb of the day highlights the meaning of “Those who are strong with the blade are good at courtesy.” This saying reflects the traditional idea that true strength is not defined only by physical skill or power, but also by discipline, humility, and respectful behavior toward others. It suggests…

Bangkok Post

Japan deploys bear cameras in mountains as attacks surge

TOKYO - Japan has begun installing hundreds of cameras in its northern mountains as part of a nationwide survey of the bear population following a surge in maulings, an official told AFP on Thursday.

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