Japan to invest $42 billion in India over five years Japan PM Kishida discusses Ukraine conflict, LAC situation with PM Modi The Hindu · Mar 19, 2022
Japan to invest $42B in India to strengthen economic ties Japan says it will invest $42 billion in India over the next five years in a deal that is expected to boost bilateral trade The Independent UK · Mar 19, 2022
Japan PM Kishida announces $42 billion investment in India Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Saturday announced a 5 trillion yen ($42 billion) investment in India over the next five years during a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. Reuters · Mar 19, 2022
Japan PM Kishida to stress unity on Ukraine in meet with PM Modi Japan has imposed sanctions on dozens of Russian individuals and organisations since the Ukraine invasion. The Hindu · Mar 19, 2022
Japan's Kishida and India's Modi discuss response to Ukraine crisis Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has told his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi that Russia's invasion of Ukraine had shaken the "foundation of international order" and required a clear response, he said on Saturday. Reuters · Mar 19, 2022
‘Crocodiles’ could spell the end of Japan’s tradition of nude mixed bathing The unwelcome behaviour of some male customers is putting women off visits to hot springs, where both sexes have mingled for years The Guardian - AU · Mar 18, 2022
Murakami plays antiwar songs on radio to protest Ukraine war Playing James Taylor’s “Never Die Young” and going back to songs that marked the antiwar movement in the 1960s, Japanese author Haruki Murakami added his voice to protests against the war in Ukraine with a special edition of his Tokyo radio show The Independent UK · Mar 18, 2022
Honda Japan Posts Two More Hawk 11 Photos Ahead Of 2022 Osaka Launch Honda Japan, via its HondaGO bike rental website, has been keeping everyone up-to-date with the upcoming Hawk11 model launch at the Osaka Motorcycle Show. RideApart · Mar 18, 2022
Japanese princess says Imperial family rituals made her ‘rather tense’ The daughter of Japanese Emperor Naruhito became an ‘adult royal’ in December The Independent UK · Mar 18, 2022
Magnitude 5.5 quake hits Japan's northeast, no tsunami warning An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.5 hit parts of Iwate prefecture in northeastern Japan late on Friday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. Reuters · Mar 18, 2022
Original ‘Godzilla’ Actor Akira Takarada Dies at 87 Japanese actor Akira Takarada, who starred in the original 1954 "Godzilla" and several later films featuring the city-wrecking monster, has died in Tokyo aged 87. Takarada, who appeared at the premiere of his latest film earlier this month, passed away in hospital having contracted pneumonia, Japanese media reported Friday. "We… Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 18, 2022
Russia sanctions: Mercedes-Benz and L’Oreal join firms severing ties over Ukraine invasion - see full list Banks, businesses, oligarchs and Cabinet ministers all targeted with harsh economic penalties by Western democracies as punishment for Vladimir Putin’s actions The Independent UK · Mar 18, 2022
Socceroos boss Arnold gets COVID-19 again Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has COVID-19 for a second time and is in self-isolation in a massive blow before the crunch World Cup qualifier against Japan. AAP · Mar 18, 2022
Ukraine president could address Japan parliament as soon as Tuesday - TV Asahi Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy may deliver an online speech to Japan's parliament as soon as March 22, broadcaster TV Asahi said on Friday, citing a ruling party lawmaker. Reuters · Mar 18, 2022
Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 18, 2022 Saudi Crown Prince Stresses Importance of Maintaining OPEC+ Agreement Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman stressed the importance of maintaining the OPEC+ agreement and the kingdom’s keenness on keeping oil markets balanced and stable. This came during a phone call he held Thursday with the Japanese prime minister, Fumio Kishida. During the call, they discussed potential opportunities for…
Reuters · Mar 18, 2022 Quake-hit Japan plants restart but Toyota to suspend 18 assembly lines Japanese manufacturers began restarting production at plants in the country's quake-hit northeast, but Toyota Motor Corp said it plans to idle 18 assembly lines for a few days next week due to a shortage of parts from suppliers.
Bangkok Post · Mar 18, 2022 More sanctions on Russia over Ukraine, Biden to talk to Xi KYIV/LVIV, Ukraine: Japan and Australia on Friday slapped fresh sanctions on Russian entities as punishment for Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, which the West says has been stalled by staunch resistance but continues to take a devastating toll on civilians.
Reuters · Mar 18, 2022 Russia 'tightening noose' on Mariupol; Biden tells China not to fuel assault Russia said its forces were "tightening the noose" around the besieged Ukrainian port of Mariupol on Friday and concern grew over mass civilian casualties as the United States again warned China against aiding Moscow in its invasion.
The Independent UK · Mar 18, 2022 Hope, hard reality mix in Japanese town wrecked by disaster Until recently, Futaba, home to the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant, has been entirely empty of residents since the March 2011 earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster
Reuters · Mar 18, 2022 Japan adds Russia sanctions, U.S. envoy offers home to Ukrainians (Fixes typo in paragraph two)
RideApart · Mar 17, 2022 Yamaha Announces E01 Electric Scooter Limited Lease Program In Japan Yamaha officially launched its first E01 electric scooter limited-time demonstration program in Japan, where selected riders will lease it and give feedback.
The Independent UK · Mar 17, 2022 Japan princess says lives lost in Ukraine breaks her heart Japanese Emperor Naruhito’s only daughter, Princess Aiko, said she is heartbroken by the loss of many lives in Ukraine during her first solo news conference as an adult royal member
Newslaundry · Mar 17, 2022 Daily Dose Ep 997: AAP moves SC over civic polls, BARC resumes TV news ratings Yusra Hasan brings you the news from Delhi, the Parliament, Delhi High Court and Japan.
Motor1 · Mar 17, 2022 Mitsubishi Ralliart Accessories Debut For Minivans, SUVs In Japan Four models initially get the kits in line with the Ralliart brand revival.
The Independent UK · Mar 17, 2022 Japanese PM to visit India to build Indo-Pacific partnership An Indian official say Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will meet with his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, to strengthen their partnership in view of China’s growing footprint in the region