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PM Modi to be presented Shorinzan Temple’s Daruma Doll: Know about the Indian connection of Japanese tradition

PM Modi to be presented Shorinzan Temple’s Daruma Doll: Know about the Indian connection of Japanese tradition

PM Modi Japan visit: In modern times, presenting a Daruma doll to dignitaries signifies goodwill, friendship, and shared aspirations for success. Tokyo: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be presented with a traditional Daruma doll by the chief priest of the Shorinzan Temple on Friday, during the first day in Tokyo, as part of a key visit to Japan to bolster ties with India and strengthen the decades-old partnership.ย  The Shorinzan Daruma-ji Temple is a famous Buddhist temple located in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture in Japan. It was founded in 1697 by the Zen monk Shorinzan Shinetsu.ย  The temple is regarded…
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‘India-Japan will together shape ASEAN, Asian century’: PM Modi hails ties with Tokyo

‘India-Japan will together shape ASEAN, Asian century’: PM Modi hails ties with Tokyo

PM 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. New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday addressed the India-Japan Joint Economic Forum, emphasising the deepening strategic and economic partnership between the two nations. Speaking in Tokyo, Modi highlighted Indiaโ€™s rapid growth, the increasing role of Japanese investments, and the promising future of India as a global economic powerhouse. Capital in India does not just grow, it multiplies Opening his remarks, PM Modi stated, โ€œIn India, capital does not just grow, it multiplies,โ€…
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Tokyo resonates with Gayatri Mantra as PM Modi gets spiritual welcome in Japan | Watch

Tokyo resonates with Gayatri Mantra as PM Modi gets spiritual welcome in Japan | Watch

PM Modi reached Japan on the invitation of Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. He will participate in the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit and also interact with several business leaders. This is PM Modi's eighth visit to Japan. Tokyo: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday landed in Japanโ€™s Tokyo. During his two-day visit, PM Modi will participate in the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit. Upon landing in Tokyo, members of the Japanese community welcomed PM Modi by reciting the Gayatri Mantra and other religious chants. The video of PM Modiโ€™s grand welcome is getting fervidly viral across social media platforms. PM Modi…
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‘Putin’s war machine’: Trump adviser Peter Navarro defends tariffs with fresh ‘India-Russia oil maths’ jibe

‘Putin’s war machine’: Trump adviser Peter Navarro defends tariffs with fresh ‘India-Russia oil maths’ jibe

In a series of 'X' posts, White House trade adviser Peter Navarro explained how the India-Russia oil mathematics works, saying New Delhi is using dollars to buy discounted Russian crude. He said American consumers buy Indian goods while India keeps out US exports through high tariffs barriers. Washington: Defending US President Donald Trump's 50 per cent tariffs on Indian imports, White House trade adviser Peter Navarro on Thursday (local time) launched another fierce attack on India, saying imposing the levies is not just about the 'unfair trade', but cutting the financial lifelines extended by New Delhi to Russian President Vladimir…
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Poland: F-16 fighter jet crashes during Radom Air Show rehearsal, pilot killed

Poland: F-16 fighter jet crashes during Radom Air Show rehearsal, pilot killed

A Polish F-16 crashed during an airshow rehearsal in Radom, killing the pilot and damaging the runway, which led to the cancellation of the August 30โ€“31 Radom Airshow. Warsaw (Poland): A Polish Air Force F-16 fighter jet crashed during a rehearsal for an airshow in Radom, central Poland, on Thursday, killing the pilot. Following the tragedy, organisers announced that the Radom Airshow scheduled for the weekend had been cancelled. The jet went down on the runway at around 1730 GMT, causing damage, according to reports. Government spokesperson Adam Szlapka confirmed the pilotโ€™s death on X, adding that defence minister Wล‚adysล‚aw…
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Amid concerns over Trump’s health, US V-P JD Vance says he is ‘ready to serve’ as President

Amid concerns over Trump’s health, US V-P JD Vance says he is ‘ready to serve’ as President

79-year-old Donald Trump is the oldest person to be sworn in as the President of the US. During his inauguration for the second term in office in January this year, Trump was 78 years old. Washington: Amid concerns over US President Donald Trump's health, his deputy, JD Vance, said on Thursday (local time) that he is to serve as the President of the United States in case a 'tragedy' strikes. However, the 41-year-old reiterated that Trump is in 'incredibly good health' and he has 'incredible energy'. 79-year-old Trump is the oldest person to be sworn in as the President of…
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Message to Trump? Xi, Putin and Kim to unite during Chinese military parade

Message to Trump? Xi, Putin and Kim to unite during Chinese military parade

This is expected to be Kim's first international visit in nearly six years. China remains North Korea's biggest trading partner. Russia is also considered to be a close ally of the two, and Pyongyang reportedly had even provided troops to Moscow for the Ukraine war. Beijing: In what could be seen as a message to the United States (US), North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, along with Russian President Vladimir Putin, will attend a military parade in Beijing next week, the Chinese foreign ministry has informed. The parade is a part of China's celebration to mark the 80th anniversary of…
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How Japan has been a central force behind India’s development journey: Explained

How Japan has been a central force behind India’s development journey: Explained

Japanโ€™s influence on Indiaโ€™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 countryโ€™s automobile sector. New Delhi: Indiaโ€™s development story has been deeply intertwined with Japan for decades. Since 1958, Japan has been one of the most consistent supporters of Indiaโ€™s growth through Official Development Assistance (ODA). Over the years, India has received more than Rs 6.5 lakh crore (approximately $80+ billion) in Japanese ODA loans, making Japan one of the largest bilateral donors to India. These loans, extended…
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Trump adviser Hassett’s fresh warning to India over tariffs: ‘US won’t budge unless…’

Trump adviser Hassett’s fresh warning to India over tariffs: ‘US won’t budge unless…’

US National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett called trade negotiations with New Delhi โ€˜complicatedโ€™ and accused India of "intransigence" in opening its markets to American products. Washington: A day after US tariffs of 50% on goods from India took effect, the US President's top economic advisor on Thursday issued another warning, saying if India fails to curb its Russian crude trade, the US will not ease its stance on Washington's punitive tariffs on Indian imports. US National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett called trade negotiations with New Delhi 'complicated' and accused India of 'intransigence' in opening its markets to American…
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What would happen if Mount Fuji erupts? Japan govt releases AI-generated video to raise awareness | Watch

What would happen if Mount Fuji erupts? Japan govt releases AI-generated video to raise awareness | Watch

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government released an AI-generated video to raise awareness of what could happen to the capital if Mount Fuji erupted. Tokyo: The Japanese government recently released an AI-generated video of Mount Fuji to illustrate what would happen if Mount Fuji were to erupt.ย "The moment may arrive without any warning," says the narration, before the video cuts to dramatic visuals of large clouds of smoke emitting from Fuji. The video shows, in no time, volcanic ash spreads to the heavily populated capital of Tokyo, fogging up the air and blanketing buildings and vehicles. Watch the video here The AI-video,…
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