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Japan plans $90 billion spending in new stimulus package: Reports

The proposed spending, exceeding the 13.2 trillion yen allocated for last year's economic stimulus, is set to exacerbate Japan's already strained public finances, with debt currently twice the size of its economy.

Japan plans $90 billion spending in new stimulus package: Reports

Japan plans $90 billion spending in new stimulus package: Reports

Japan plans $90 billion spending in new stimulus package: Reports

Sony in talks to buy media powerhouse behind 'Elden Ring', sources say

The talks between the two sides are ongoing and, if successful, a deal could be signed in the coming weeks.

19 November 2024, 06:53 IST

Sony in talks to buy media powerhouse behind 'Elden Ring', sources say

Sony in talks to buy media powerhouse behind 'Elden Ring', sources say

Sony in talks to buy media powerhouse behind 'Elden Ring', sources say

19 November 2024, 06:53 IST

Now, contemplate life and death with this Japanese funeral home's 'coffin-lying' service

The cafe, which opened in September, offers its customers three unique coffins in gold, green and yellow.

18 November 2024, 14:24 IST

Now, contemplate life and death with this Japanese funeral home's 'coffin-lying' service

Now, contemplate life and death with this Japanese funeral home's 'coffin-lying' service

Now, contemplate life and death with this Japanese funeral home's 'coffin-lying' service

18 November 2024, 14:24 IST

Japan PM Ishiba says he won't get meeting he sought with president-elect Trump

Ishiba told reporters in Lima, Peru, that Trump's camp explained that meetings with world leaders before the inauguration were restricted under the Logan Act.

17 November 2024, 03:49 IST

Japan PM Ishiba says he won't get meeting he sought with president-elect Trump

Japan PM Ishiba says he won't get meeting he sought with president-elect Trump

Japan PM Ishiba says he won't get meeting he sought with president-elect Trump

17 November 2024, 03:49 IST

India, Japan ink first military tech transfer pact for development of UNICORN mast for naval ships

Developed jointly by three Japanese companies, these antennas are currently fitted on Mogami class frigates of Japan Maritime Self Defence force.

16 November 2024, 15:02 IST

India, Japan ink first military technology transfer pact for development of UNICORN mast for naval ships

India, Japan ink first military technology transfer pact for development of UNICORN mast for naval ships

India, Japan ink first military tech transfer pact for development of UNICORN mast for naval ships

16 November 2024, 15:02 IST

Japan marks modern-day adventurer's final stop on 46,000 km trek across Asia

Modern-day adventurer Omar Nok became a social media celebrity, attracting more than 750,000 Instagram followers, as he documented his circuitous 46,239 kilometre (28,732 miles) route from Egypt across a dozen countries without once boarding a plane.

15 November 2024, 09:07 IST

Japan marks modern-day adventurer's final stop on 46,000 km trek across Asia

Japan marks modern-day adventurer's final stop on 46,000 km trek across Asia

Japan marks modern-day adventurer's final stop on 46,000 km trek across Asia

15 November 2024, 09:07 IST

Japan PM Shigeru Ishiba survives parliament vote as Trump looms large

Underlining that fragility, Monday's vote in parliament, broadcast on television, went to a runoff for the first time in 30 years, with no candidate able to muster majority support in the first round.

11 November 2024, 10:47 IST

Japan PM Shigeru Ishiba survives parliament vote as Trump looms large

Japan PM Shigeru Ishiba survives parliament vote as Trump looms large

Japan PM Shigeru Ishiba survives parliament vote as Trump looms large

11 November 2024, 10:47 IST

Head of key Japan opposition party admits to extra-marital affair

SmartFlash reported that Tamaki, 55, and a 39-year-old model and entertainer rendezvoused in July and October. It published a photo of Tamaki in a grey hoodie as he emerged from a bar, followed 20 minutes later by the woman.

11 November 2024, 03:57 IST

Head of key Japan opposition party admits to extra-marital affair

Head of key Japan opposition party admits to extra-marital affair

Head of key Japan opposition party admits to extra-marital affair

11 November 2024, 03:57 IST

Japan PM battles for survival in parliament vote as Trump looms large

Ishiba, who called the snap poll after coming into office on October. 1, is expected to prevail as his Liberal Democratic Party and coalition partner Komeito won the biggest block of seats in the election, while losing the majority held since 2012.

11 November 2024, 00:50 IST

Japan PM battles for survival in parliament vote as Trump looms large

Japan PM battles for survival in parliament vote as Trump looms large

Japan PM battles for survival in parliament vote as Trump looms large

11 November 2024, 00:50 IST

Blurred lines: 'Fictosexual' man celebrates 6th wedding anniversary with vocaloid 'wife' in Japan

Japan's Akihiko Kondo, aged 41, is happily married to a fictitious vocaloid named Hatsune Miku, and recently celebrated their sixth anniversary with much vigour and fervour.

09 November 2024, 16:08 IST

Blurred lines: 'Fictosexual' man celebrates 6th wedding anniversary with vocaloid 'wife' in Japan

Blurred lines: 'Fictosexual' man celebrates 6th wedding anniversary with vocaloid 'wife' in Japan

Blurred lines: 'Fictosexual' man celebrates 6th wedding anniversary with vocaloid 'wife' in Japan

09 November 2024, 16:08 IST