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Trump administration plans fresh tariffs on key partners

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:15:47 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.: The Trump administration has proposed new tariffs of 10 percent or more on imports from dozens of major U.S. trading partners following an investigation into goods allegedly produced using forced labor.

The proposed duties, announced by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), would apply to a wide range of countries and regions. Canada, Mexico, the European Union, Taiwan, and the Un

Pleased that we made it to 2026 FIFA World Cup: Sweden's Viktor Gyokeres

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:01:22 GMT

Guadalupe [Mexico], June 9 (ANI): Swedish footballer Viktor Gyokeres expressed pleasure over his team making it to the FIFA World Cup 2026 and also reflected on his dramatic 88th-minute match-winning goal to secure a 3-2 victory for Sweden over Poland in the World Cup qualification playoff final earlier this year.

Sweden recovered from a poor UEFA qualifying campaign to secure a place at the showpiece event. They

Palau President reaffirms support for Taiwan

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:01:09 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], June 9 (ANI): Palau President Surangel S Whipps Jr strongly reiterated his country's support for Taiwan during Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim's visit to the Pacific island nation, emphasising that Taiwan's sovereignty deserves international recognition, according to Focus Taiwan, the English-language news platform of Taiwan's Central News Agency (CNA).

Speaking at a welcome dinner in Koror

World Yogasana Championships' success lays foundation for India's Commonwealth Games 2030 preparation

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:00:56 GMT

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India] June 9 (ANI): India expectedly finished with a whopping 114 medals (102 gold, nine silver and three bronze) at the World Yogasana Championships (WYC) 2026, thanks to a coordinated effort between the national federation and the Sports Authority of India (SAI) to provide the players with the best of training facilities in the run-up to the championships.

The biggest takeaway from the Wo

Ravi Surya Group Launches Ananta Spa & Resort Jaipur, Among Rajasthan's Largest Luxury Destination Resorts, Managed by BlackRock Hotels

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:59:30 GMT

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New Delhi [India], June 9: In a major boost to Rajasthan's luxury hospitality and destination wedding sector, Ravi Surya Group has announced the launch of Ananta Spa & Resort Jaipur. Managed by Black Rock Hotels & Resorts, the property is among the state's largest luxury resort developments, featuring 351 rooms spread across 40 acres of the Aravali landscape. Positioned as India's first large-scale J

Nifty, Sensex recover from losses to close higher as softer crude oil prices, easing West Asia tensions lift sentiment

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:32:05 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 9 (ANI): The domestic equity benchmarks closed higher on Tuesday, with both the Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex gaining more than 0.5 per cent, supported by easing of geopolitical concerns in West Asia, softer crude oil prices and broad-based buying across sectors.

The Nifty 50 index closed at 23,242.10, up 119.10 points or 0.52 per cent, while the BSE Sensex settled at 73,918.76, gaini

Jason Momoa departs Justin Lin's 'Helldivers'

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:34:39 GMT

Washington [US], june 9 (ANI): Jason Momoa has exited 'Helldivers,' the upcoming video game adaptation from PlayStation Productions and Sony Pictures, marking a major casting change for the sci-fi action project directed by Justin Lin.

As per Variety, no reason has been provided for Momoa's departure from the film, which is based on the popular video game franchise developed by Arrowhead Game Studios.

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Indonesian shooting team completes 3-month high-performance training camp at Gagan Narang Sports Promotion Foundation centres

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:31:24 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Reinforcing India's growing stature as a global destination for elite shooting training, the Gagan Narang Sports Promotion Foundation (GNSPF) recently hosted a 16-member Indonesian shooting squad and two coaches for an intensive three-month high-performance training camp across its Pune and Hyderabad centres.

Conducted from February 15 to May 15, 2026, the camp featured some of In

"Historic feat": Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami hails India's performance at World Yogasana Championships

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:04:46 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has lauded India's outstanding performance at the World Yogasana Championships (WYC) 2026, calling the achievement a matter of national pride.

In a post on X, Dhami highlighted India's total medal haul of 114 medals, which included 102 gold, 9 silver and 3 bronze, describing it as a reflection of the discipline and dedication of the c

Why the Mens World Cup 2026 is a gender equality opportunity

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:52:43 GMT

Bihar Sports Minister Shreyasi Singh felicitates Hockey U-18 Asia Cup gold medalist Sawan Kumar

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:32:58 GMT

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 9 (ANI): A warm welcome was accorded to India men's U-18 hockey team goalkeeper Sawan Kumar at Patna Airport on Tuesday following India's triumphant campaign at the Men's U-18 Asia Cup 2026 in Japan.

The Indian men's team clinched the gold medal after defeating hosts Japan 4-1 in the final at Kakamigahara on June 6. Ashish Tani Purti starred in the title clash with a hat-trick, while c

Caste Census Imperative to Safeguard 69% Quota, Says Anbumani to CM Vijay

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:32:17 GMT

Chennai(Tamil Nadu) [India], June 9 (ANI): PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss met Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay at the Secretariat on Tuesday to formally submit a resolution demanding the immediate implementation of a caste-based census in Tamil Nadu.

The meeting follows an all-party and community leaders' conference convened by the PMK on June 5, which emphasised that a caste-wise enumeration is essential to safeg

Indian markets recover as global cues improve, RBI support lifts sentiment

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:06 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Indian stock markets rebounded on Tuesday, buoyed by positive global cues and the Reserve Bank of India's Monday evening announcement of USD-INR forex swap facilities to attract foreign currency inflows.

The BSE Sensex opened 0.70 per cent higher at 74,035.41, while the NSE Nifty 50 gained 0.59 per cent to trade at 23,259.05.

According to banking and market expert Ajay Bagga

Netherlands lose Jurrien Timber to groin injury ahead of FIFA World Cup; Geertruida called up

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:59:48 GMT

New York [US], June 9 (ANI): The Netherlands have suffered a major setback ahead of the FIFA World Cup after defender Jurrien Timber was ruled out of the tournament due to a groin injury, the Dutch football federation announced on Monday.

According to ESPN, the 24-year-old Arsenal full-back, who last featured as a substitute in Arsenal's UEFA Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, will leave the Du

"Unbreakable relationship; time-tested ties": North Korea rolls out red carpet for Xi Jinping

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:59:13 GMT

Pyongyang [North Korea], June 9 (ANI): North Korea and China vowed commitment to further spearheading their ties as the two countries mark 65 years of their treaty of friendship and eye expanding cooperation across the sectors of economy, infrastructure along with deepening military and diplomatic ties, China Daily reported.

China Daily further noted that Xi Jinping reaffirmed the commitment to strengthening ties

Struggling Rockies, Cubs search for spark in three-game series

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:25:12 GMT

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The Colorado Rockies are heading for their eighth losing season in a row, but there have been some bright spots for the franchise.

Catcher Hunter Goodman continues to play at an all-star level and right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano is showing to be a shrewd signing. Sugano (5-4, 3.98 ERA) will make his 13th start for Colorado when it hosts the Chicago Cubs on T

Miles Russell, 17, qualifies for U.S. Open with Charlie Woods on bag

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:55:30 GMT

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One of the top young prospects in golf is heading to his first major championship at 17 years old.

Miles Russell played his way into the U.S. Open when he emerged from a playoff that decided the last two spots at one of the USGA's 10 final qualifying sites Monday in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.

Russell and another amateur, Ryder Cowan, outl

Netherlands to replace Jurrien Timber with Lutsharel Geertruida

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:55:23 GMT

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An ongoing injury to Arsenal's Jurrien Timber was replaced on the Netherlands' World Cup roster by Sunderland's Lutsharel Geertruida.

A groin injury suffered in March forced Timber to miss several months of the domestic season. Although the defender played 55 minutes for Arsenal in the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain on May 30, the Netherlands staf

World Yogasana Championships 2026: India completes century of golds in dominant clean sweep

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:34:10 GMT

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 8 (ANI): Hosts India signed off the inaugural World Yogasana Championships campaign with 114 medals that included a century of gold (102) to underline their domination at the EKA Arena here on Monday.

Second-place Japan were a distant second with three gold, three silver and five bronze, with Argentina taking the third spot thanks to their lone athlete, Nabila Barraza's exploits

Union Sports Minister Mandaviya felicitates men's, women's teams for medal winning performances in Under-18 Hockey Asia Cup

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:32:18 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): The Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya felicitated both the Indian men and women's hockey teams at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Head Office here on Monday for their stupendous performance in the just-concluded Under-18 Asia Cup in Japan.

The Indian U-18 men's hockey team, led by captain Ketan Kushwaha, were crowned champions of the U-18 Asia Cup 2026 after defeating ho

"Best thing is team picks are based on ranking": Kapil Dev speaks on Indian golf squad for Asian Games 2026

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:31:54 GMT

By Vipul Kashyap

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): India's former World Cup-winning cricketer and current Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) president Kapil Dev spoke on the selection of the Indian squad for the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, highlighting how the merit earned through points and rankings plays a bigger role than selectors and their desires.

Olympians Aditi Ashok and Diksha Dagar will lea

COMPUTEX 2026 Concludes Successfully as Global Innovation Shapes a New AI Ecosystem

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:59:42 GMT

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New Delhi [India], June 8: COMPUTEX 2026, one of the world's leading exhibitions for AIoT and startup innovation, concluded successfully today. Under the theme 'AI Together,' this year's event focused on AI Computing, Robotics & Intelligent Mobility, and Next-Generation Technology, bringing together global technology leaders, startups, and indu

Last Chhattisgarh village Neelangur, once hit by naxalism, gets household tap water

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:32:32 GMT

Narayanpur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 8 (ANI): As naxalism was eradicated and de-mining exercises intensified, the supply of clean drinking water reached Neelangur, the last village of Chhattisgarh located in Narayanpur district along the Maharashtra border, through tap connections.

Positive changes are now visible across the Bastar region. For years, residents of village Neelangur in Narayanpur district were d

Last Chhattisgarh village Neelangur, once hit by naxalism, gets household tap water under Jal Jeevan Mission

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:02:08 GMT

Positive changes are now visible across the Bastar region. For years, residents of village Neelangur in Narayanpur district were d

Markets tumble as Middle East tensions weigh on sentiment; Nifty closes 240 pts down

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:00:45 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 8 (ANI): Indian equity markets ended sharply lower on Monday as fresh tensions in the Middle East dampened investor sentiment and triggered broad-based selling across sectors. Weak global cues and a sell-off in technology stocks further added to market pressure.

The NSE Nifty 50 index closed at 23,123, down 243.70 points or 1.04 per cent, while the BSE Sensex settled at 73,524.2

Bingo Around the World and How It Changes

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:41:59 GMT

Bingo has been around for centuries, but it definitely hasn't stayed the same. It's picked up different habits almost everywhere it has gone. The version played in Britain isn't quite the same as the one played in America. Australia calls it something else entirely. Japan has built lottery-style games around the idea of it, while Germany uses it to teach.

That's part of the reason bingo has remained popular for s

Modi government's welfare schemes redefining development, guiding nation towards 'Developed India': Uttarakhand CM Dhami

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:32:41 GMT

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 8 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday lauded the central government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that a 'new stream of development' has flowed across the country over the past 12 years by keeping service, good governance, and poor welfare at its core.

Taking to his official handle on the social media platform X, Chie

How Eastern Europes elites learned to love dependence on America

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:26:19 GMT

As Poland and Lithuania seek more US troops and bases, the debate is no longer about defense alone but about sovereignty and dependence

Recent history offers one very simple lesson: the most reliable way for a ruling elite to protect itself from accountability is to hand over its country's sovereignty to a powerful foreign patron. In Europe, many have decided that the United States is the only pa

Korean chip heavyweights pull benchmark index down more than 8% as AI trade fizzles

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:31:58 GMT

Seoul [Korea], June 8, (ANI): Korea's benchmark stock index, KOSPI, was down more than 8 per cent as the blistering AI rally fizzled and investors grew cautious amid a strong US jobs report and a renewed conflict in West Asia.

The benchmark index fell as much as 9 per cent intraday with heavyweights like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix tanking 10.2 per cent and 7.7 per cent respectively. The selloff in tech shar

Indian U-18 men, women Hockey team return home to grand welcome after Asia Cup 2026 glory

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:32:17 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): The Indian Under-18 men's and women's hockey teams received a warm reception at Delhi airport on Monday after their successful campaigns at the U-18 Asia Cup 2026 in Japan, where the men's side clinched a gold medal, and the women's team settled for a bronze medal.

The Indian men's team was crowned champions after a dominant 4-1 victory over hosts Japan in the final at Kakamigahar

Why Anime Merch Spending Is Exploding as India Goes Mainstream

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:32:05 GMT

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New Delhi [India], June 8: Not long ago, owning an anime figurine or a Naruto hoodie in India marked you as part of a small, slightly misunderstood subculture. Today, that same hoodie is streetwear, and the figurine sits on a shelf as a statement of identity. Two trends are driving this shift at once: a global explosion in anime merchandise spending, and the rapid mainstreaming of anime in India. Together, t

China's President Xi arrives in North Korea on first official visit in 7 years

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:59:45 GMT

Beijing [China], June 8 (ANI): China's President Xi Jinping on Monday arrived in Pyongyang to hold talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, Chinese Xinhua News Agency reported, adding that the two leaders will reaffirm the long-standing friendship between the two neighbouring countries, pledging further development of bilateral relations.

Xi's visit comes amidst Pyongyang's deepening military ties with Moscow.

Philippines: At least five people killed in earthquake; authorities ramp up disaster relief measures

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:58:56 GMT

Manila [Philippines], June 8 (ANI): At least five people lost their lives in the strong 7.7 magnitude earthquake which hit the southern island of Mindanao in the early hours of Monday, according to a report by Xinhua citing a local official.

As per Xinhua news, Agripino Dacera, the disaster management chief in General Santos City, said authorities are still verifying the extent of the fatalities and damage.

Over a dozen children hospitalized in MP's Guna amid suspected water contamination; samples sent for testing

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:03:55 GMT

Guna (Madhya pradesh), June 8 (ANI): Over a dozen children were admitted to the district hospital in Madhya Pradesh's Guna after reportedly falling ill due to suspected contaminated drinking water in wards 9 and 10, officials said on Monday.

The district administration has launched an investigation into the incident and collected water samples from the affected area for laboratory testing to ascertain the cause o

TotalEnergies ENEOS Extends Solar Partnership with Ceres in Indonesia

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:03:49 GMT

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Bandung [Indonesia], June 8: TotalEnergies ENEOS successfully completed Phase 2 of a rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) project with PT. Perusahaan Industri Ceres (Ceres), a leading chocolate confectionery producer in Indonesia, at its manufacturing facility in Bandung. This follows the delivery of the first 2.2 megawatt-peak (MWp) project in September 2024.

The latest phase adds approximately 2,400

Tsunami warnings issued across several Asian countries after powerful earthquake jolts the Philippines

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:59:16 GMT

Manila [Philippines], June 8 (ANI): Soon after a powerful earthquake struck off the southern island of Mindanao, Philippines--Tsunami alerts have been issued across several Asian countries, Al Jazeera reported.

The 7.7 magnitude earthquake, which took place in the early hours of Monday, caused severe destruction in the country, bringing down infrastructure, with the number of casualities yet to be confirmed.

Indian markets open deep in red as West Asia tensions, tech sell-off rattle investors

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:59:10 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Indian markets continued to tumble into the red on Monday morning as a combination of geopolitical tensions in West Asia and a sharp correction in global technology stocks triggered aggressive selling by foreign investors. The benchmark indices witnessed heavy losses, tracking a broader sell-off across Asian markets following weak cues from Wall Street over the weekend.

The BSE Se

"Collective movement towards human empowerment": PM Modi hails 12 years of Garib Kalyan Yojana

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:32:01 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted the 12 years of The Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana (PMGKY), while focusing on the benefits of various beneficiary schemes launched under his leadership and provided benefits to the common public.

In an X post, the Prime Minister focused on the key achievements of Antyoday Yojana, Swachh Bharat, PM Awas Yojana, Jal Jeevan Miss

Gujarat's Heena Rajgor leads India's gold medal rush on penultimate day of World Yogasana Championships

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:04:13 GMT

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 7 (ANI): Former Miss Gujarat Super Model winner Heena Rajgor led India's gold medal rush on the penultimate day of the inaugural World Yogasana Championships at the EKA Arena here on Sunday as the hosts extended their lead at the top.

At the time of writing, India stood at the top of the medals tally with a total of 50 medals, including 40 gold, eight silver and two bronze. Japa

Ayodhya farmer grows world's most expensive mango in home garden

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:02:48 GMT

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): A farmer from Ayodhya has successfully cultivated the Miyazaki mango, one of the world's most expensive mango varieties, in his home garden, drawing attention to the village of Ashrafpur Tonia.

Om Prakash Singh, a resident of Ashrafpur Tonia village, has grown the highly prized Japanese mango variety in his home orchard. While the tree currently bears only eight to t

MCD steps up anti-encroachment drive in Delhi; 95 demolitions carried out, 124 properties sealed so far

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:59:43 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has intensified its ongoing crackdown on unauthorised constructions and illegal encroachments across the national capital, according to official data released on Sunday.

According to an official progress report dated June 7, 2026, civic authorities have successfully executed a total of 95 demolition actions and sealed 124 properties to clam

Asian Games 2026: Aditi Ashok, Diksha Dagar named in six-member Golf squad

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:35:00 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Olympians Aditi Ashok and Diksha Dagar will lead India's golf contingent at the Asian Games 2026, set to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, as per Olympics.com on Sunday.

The six-member squad comprises three men and three women, with selections made based on world rankings.

Yuvraj Sandhu, currently ranked 447th in the Official World Golf Rankings (OWGR), will spearhead the men'

Uyghur leaders intensify global campaign against China's repression at key international forums

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:35:26 GMT

Munich [Germany], June 7 (ANI): The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has released its weekly brief highlighting its international advocacy efforts, using major global platforms in Japan and Europe to draw attention to what it describes as Beijing's continuing genocide, forced labour practices and transnational repression targeting Uyghurs from East Turkistan.

During a week-long visit to Japan beginning on May 31, WUC

World Athletics VP Sumariwalla doesn't want "unnecessary pressure" on Neeraj after SL star Rumesh's Diamond League heroics

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:33:58 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): While hailing Sri Lanka javelin thrower Rumesh Pathirage's Diamond League Rome heroics, which have placed him amongst Indian icon Neeraj Chopra and Pakistan's current Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem as another star of this sport from the Indian subcontinent, the World Athletics vice-president Adille Sumariwalla cautioned putting any 'unnecessary pressure' on Neeraj, instead letting him e

Sri Lanka javelin star Rumesh's Diamond League exploits "matter of pride" for subcontinent: World Athletics vice-president Sumariwalla

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:32:24 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The World Athletics vice-president Adille Sumariwalla hailed Sri Lankan javelin thrower Rumesh Pathirage's monster throw of 92.62 at the Rome Diamond League, calling it a 'matter of pride' for the entire subcontinent, which proves that the athletes from this corner of the world can excel in athletics.

After super-consistent Neeraj Chopra, who captured both Olympic and World Champ

Varanasi Municipal Corporation moves to relocate meat, fish markets in phased manner

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:01:05 GMT

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): In a significant policy shift aimed at streamlining urban infrastructure and public convenience, the Varanasi Municipal Corporation has announced a phased plan to relocate all meat, fish, and poultry shops from within city limits to designated areas on the outskirts.

The decision was formalised during a general house meeting chaired by Mayor Ashok Kumar Tiwari at th

AI Cartoon | The Monster of Revisionism vs. The Facts

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:45:08 GMT

The Monster of Revisionism vs. The Facts.

FYI: Reports say the Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum in Japan plans to replace the term "Nanjing Massacre" with "Nanjing Incident." But the Nanjing Massacre was a brutal crime committed by Japanese militarism, supported by irrefutable evidence. History must not be distorted.

Produced by Xinhua Global Service

China launches special maritime operation off Taiwan

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 09:12:13 GMT

The effort comes in response to delimitation talks between Japan and the Philippines, which Beijing considers illegal

China has launched a 'special maritime law enforcement operation' east of Taiwan in response to the announcement of maritime border talks in the area by Japan and the Philippines. China - which views the self-ruled island as its own sovereign territory - protested the negotiations

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister to attend NITI Aayog meeting

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:03:27 GMT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 7 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is likely to travel to Delhi to take part in the NITI Aayog meeting slated to take place on June 11.

This will be his second visit to the national capital as Chief Minister.

Vijay is likely to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah and senior leaders of the Congress party.

During his first visit to the national capital

"Well-deserving": BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar on Shreyas Iyer becoming new T20I skipper

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:33:09 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 6 (ANI): BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar praised Shreyas Iyer's leadership and consistent performances, calling him a 'well-deserving captain' after the star cricketer was named India's new T20I skipper on Saturday.

The BCCI named Shreyas Iyer as India's new T20I captain, replacing Suryakumar Yadav despite him leading the side to a historic ICC Men's T20 World Cup triumph earli

Piyush Goyal launches skill, AI employment initiatives in Mumbai; urges youth to lead India's Viksit Bharat 2047 journey

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:33:03 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 6 (ANI): In a significant push towards building a future-ready workforce for Viksit Bharat 2047, North Mumbai MP and Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal today inaugurated a series of skill development, AI-enabled employment and industry-led training initiatives in Mumbai, underscoring the critical role of youth, technology and partnerships in shaping India's growth story.

The i

PM Modi congratulates Indian U18 Hockey teams on historic Asia Cup success

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:32:35 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated the Indian Women's and Men's Hockey teams for their stellar performances at the U18 Asia Cup 2026.

India was crowned champions of the Men's U-18 Asia Cup 2026 after defeating hosts Japan 4-1 in the final in Kakamigahara, Japan, on Saturday, while the Women's team won Bronze after commanding 3-0 victory over Korea in the third-

Ashish Tani Purti's hat-trick powers India to Men's U-18 Asia Cup Gold

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:33:48 GMT

Kakamigahara [Japan], June 6 (ANI): Ashish Tani Purti's hat-trick powered the Indian U-18 Men's Hockey Team to the Men's U-18 Asia Cup 2026 title win after defeating hosts Japan 4-1 in the final in Kakamigahara, Japan, on Friday.

Ashish Tani Purti (2', 28', 34') starred with a hat-trick, while captain Ketan Kushwaha (30') also found the back of the net as India produced a commanding display against the hosts to l

David Beckham backs Japan as World Cup dark horse, relives England glory ahead of 2026 showpiece

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:30:41 GMT

London [UK], June 6 (ANI): Legendary English footballer David Beckham has tipped Japan as a potential surprise package at the 2026 FIFA World Cup while admitting he is dreaming of seeing England end their six-decade wait for global glory.

Speaking ahead of the tournament, which will be hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico, Beckham reflected on his own World Cup experiences and shared his predictions

Youth Lead the Call to End Elephant Rides at Amer Fort on World Environment Day

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 09:00:01 GMT

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Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 6: On the occasion of World Environment Day, more than fifty youth gathered at the Jal Mahal in Jaipur to paint wild animals, including elephants, to convey the message that wildlife belongs in the wild The children also delivered spontaneous speeches as part of an extempore event where they highlighted the need to keep all wild animals in the wild, including elephants. I

India beat Pakistan 5-3 in thrilling semi-final to enter U18 Men's Asia Cup final

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:31:54 GMT

Kakamigahara [Japan], June 5 (ANI): The Indian U18 Men's Hockey Team showed incredible character to defeat arch-rivals Pakistan 5-3 in a high-voltage semi-final match of the U18 Men's Asia Cup 2026 on Friday.

Trailing 2-3 until the final quarter, India produced an outstanding attacking display in the final minutes to secure their place in the summit clash, according to a press release.

The match began with

Sumitomo Corporation can invest $62.44 bn in India over the next decade: S Jaishankar

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:31:34 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Japanese conglomerate Sumitomo Corporation can play an important role in helping achieve the target of USD 62.44 billion in India over the next decade, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Friday after meeting the company's Chief Executive Officer, Shingo Ueno, in New Delhi.

Lauding the Japanese integrated trading and investment business major for its commitment to 'Mak

Sports Authority of India, University of Tsukuba strengthen India-Japan sports partnership with fresh MoU

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:02:41 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): In a significant step towards strengthening India's high-performance sports ecosystem ahead of major international events including the country's larger Olympic ambitions, the Sports Authority of India (SAI) on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Tsukuba (UT), Japan, one of Asia's leading institutions in sports education, sports science and athlete d

Sumitomo Corporation can invest Y=10 trillion in India over the next decade: S Jaishankar

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:01:54 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Japanese conglomerate Sumitomo Corporation can play an important role in helping achieve the target of Y=10 trillion in India over the next decade, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Friday after meeting the company's Chief Executive Officer, Shingo Ueno, in New Delhi.

Lauding the Japanese integrated trading and investment business major for its commitment to 'Make in

Casio Strengthens Retail Presence in the capital with the Launch of its First G-SHOCK Exclusive Store in South Delhi

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:59:33 GMT

NewsVoir

New Delhi [India], June 5: Casio Computer Co. Ltd., headquartered in Japan and the parent company of Casio India, proudly announces the opening of its G-SHOCK Exclusive Store at DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, the first G-SHOCK exclusive store in South Delhi, further strengthening its retail footprint in the capital. With this launch, Casio now operates 7 stores in Delhi and 78 stores across India.

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SRM University-AP Signs an MOU with Technosmile to Facilitate Educational, Cultural and Professional Exchange

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:59:03 GMT

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Amaravati (Maharashtra) [India], June 5: SRM University-AP has officially signed a milestone Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Technosmile, a premier global hiring and human resources firm based in Japan, to establish a robust international student internship programme. The signed agreement establishes a direct pathway for students to secure technical training, language proficiency, and internationa

Asian Games 2026: Nepal, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Oman seal spots in men's cricket event

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:57:42 GMT

Singapore, June 5 (ANI): Nepal, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Oman secured qualification for the men's cricket competition at the Asian Games 2026 after impressive performances in the qualifying tournament in Singapore.

Nepal and Malaysia advanced from Group A, while Hong Kong and Oman emerged as the top two teams from Group B to book their places in the 10-team tournament scheduled to be held in Japan from September 2

Update: China urges Japan to reflect on war crimes, make clean break with militarism

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:50:02 GMT

BEIJING, June 5 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Friday urged Japan to deeply reflect on its war crimes and make a clean break with militarism.

Spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks at a daily press briefing, in response to media reports regarding relevant plans of Japan's Nagasaki atomic bomb museum to update exhibition panels.

Mao said there is abundant evidence for the Nanjing Mass

(SP)INDONESIA-JAKARTA-BADMINTON-INDONESIA OPEN-WOMEN'S DOUBLES-QUARTERFINAL

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:46:54 GMT

(260605) -- JAKARTA, June 5, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Iwanaga Rin/Nakanishi Kie (L) of Japan compete during the women's doubles quarterfinal between Liu Shengshu/Tan Ning of China and Iwanaga Rin/Nakanishi Kie of Japan at the Indonesia Open 2026 badminton tournament in Jakarta, Indonesia, on June 5, 2026. (Xinhua/Veri Sanovri)

Dodgers' Roki Sasaki hopes to bedevil Angels with new pitch

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:25:14 GMT

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With increased confidence, not to mention a new pitch, Roki Sasaki has turned himself into a dependable starter for the Los Angeles Dodgers and can continue his breakout season in an outing against the visiting Los Angeles Angels on Friday.

A right shoulder injury reduced Sasaki to 10 appearances and 36 1/3 innings as a rookie last season, but back for the postseason

MP CM Yadav launches 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0' campaign on World Environment Day

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:58:09 GMT

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 5 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav launched an 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0' campaign on the occasion of World Environment Day at a state-level program held in Bhopal on Friday.

As part of the programme, the Chief Minister also planted a sapling and inspected an exhibition highlighting innovative initiatives and significant achievements in environmental conservati

Diamondbacks, Nationals both looking to snap out of slump

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:55:08 GMT

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The Arizona Diamondbacks and Washington Nationals -- two teams in need of a course correction -- will meet in the first game of a three-game series in Phoenix on Friday night.

Both teams have five losses in their past seven contests. If either team has momentum, it is Arizona, which defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday in a 3-2 comeback victory.

The

Karnataka strengthens Europe investment ties as CM Shivakumar meets German Thuringia delegation, EU envoy

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:59:56 GMT

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 5 (ANI): Karnataka on Friday reaffirmed its position as one of India's leading destinations for European investment on Friday, as Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, alongwith other ministers, held high-level discussions with a visiting German delegation and separately received endorsement from the European Union Ambassador to India, Herve Delphin.

According to the Chief Minister's

Indian U-18 Women's Hockey Team goes down fighting in a shootout as China enter Women's U18 Asia Cup 2026 Final

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:32:13 GMT

Kakamigahara [Japan], June 5 (ANI): After an intense and well-fought 2-2 draw over four quarters, the Indian U18 Women's Hockey Team suffered a 1-3 defeat in a shootout against China in their semi-final clash at the U18 Asia Cup 2026 in Kakamigahara, Japan, on Friday.

Nousheen Naz (3') and Kiran Ekka (54') scored the goals for India, while Li ZeYan (24') and Zhang Yuzheng (48') were the goal scorers for China. <

Korean shares slide after tech rally fizzles on weak Broadcom guidance

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:03:13 GMT

Seoul [Korea], June 5, (ANI): The tech rally that was driving the markets to record highs fizzled on Friday as Asian shares came under pressure tracking losses in AI shares on Wall Street.

Korean tech heavyweights Samsung and SK Hynix fell up to 8 per cent taking the index down 4 per cent indicating that investors may be cautious after a record boom drove these companies to a trillion dollar valuation.

The

Indian markets open in green before RBI's policy announcement and in anticipation of possible tax relief for FPI's

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:32:06 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5 (ANI): The equity markets opened in positive territory on Friday as investors remained focused on the outcome of the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, while also tracking global developments related to artificial intelligence stocks, foreign investment flows and the ongoing US-Iran negotiations.

The NSE Nifty 50 index was opened at 23,478.95, up

Japan ditch pre-World Cup pitch in Monterrey due to poor conditions

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:19:12 GMT

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Japan are making a brief stay in Monterrey, Mexico, during their World Cup journey, but the early returns have not been encouraging.

In fact, Japan changed practice venues within the city Thursday after encountering subpar conditions at Tigres UANL's field.

Video of Japan training at Tigres' facility went viral on Mexican social media Wednesday, as the pit

Malviya Nagar fire incident: CM Rekha Gupta takes strict stance, to hold high-level meeting tomorrow

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:34:05 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): In the wake of the Malviya Nagar fire tragedy, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday called a high-level meeting for June 5 (Friday) to strengthen fire safety compliance and curb unauthorised constructions across the capital.

Taking a strict stance on this entire matter, the government has made it clear that no building owner, official, or any other guilty person found resp

Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman sees warm-up loss to Algeria as "wake-up call" ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:33:39 GMT

Rotterdam [Netherlands], June 4 (ANI): Netherlands' coach Ronald Koeman rued the 1-0 warm-up loss to Algeria ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and said the defeat serves as a 'wake-up call' before the showpiece event, according to Reuters.

Algeria scored a late winner through Anis Hadj Moussa in the 86th minute to clinch the warm-up fixture. Notably, the defeat came on the eve of the Dutch squad's departure for Ne

Actor Emraan Hashmi wraps shooting of 'Awarapan 2'

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:33:15 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 4 (ANI): The makers of Emraan Hashmi's much awaited upcoming film 'Awarapan 2' have announced the wrap of the film's shooting on Thursday.

Vishesh Films took to their Instagram handle to announce the film's wrap, a moment fans had been looking forward to, as the journey towards the sequel to one of Bollywood's romantic thrillers draws closer.

In the photo, Emraan Hashmi w

Major quake off Philippines kills three, triggers tsunami warnings

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 02:03:09 GMT

Philippine authorities urged people in affected coastal regions to move to higher ground after the offshore quake hit south of General Santos, a city of about 720,000.

A series of powerful aftershocks rocked the area from about two hours after the first quake, according to the United States Geological Survey, with the largest measuring 6.5 on the Richter scale.

Videos posted to social media and verified by

Japan's ruling LDP calls for defense spending hike in security documents revision proposal

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:45:10 GMT

TOKYO, June 9 (Xinhua) -- Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) on Tuesday approved a draft proposal on revising the country's three key security documents later this year, local media reported.

According to Kyodo News, the proposal, formalized at the party's decision-making General Council, called for securing necessary funding to transform Japan's defense capabilities within five years.

Although

Japan, Philippines slammed for delimitation talks concerning waters east of China's Taiwan Island

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:46:18 GMT

BEIJING, June 9 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese defense spokesperson on Tuesday pledged "resolute and forceful actions" to safeguard its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.

Zhang Xiaogang, spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense, made the remarks in response to a media query about Japan and the Philippines' announcement of maritime delimitation talks regarding waters east of China's Taiwan

China will not allow Japan, Philippines to infringe upon its maritime rights: spokesperson

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:45:56 GMT

BEIJING, June 9 (Xinhua) -- Japan and the Philippines have bypassed China to launch so-called maritime delimitation talks, a move that gravely infringes upon China's maritime rights and interests, and China will not allow this, foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said Tuesday at a regular press briefing.

Lin reiterated that China has exclusive economic zone and continental shelf in the waters east of China's

China denounces Japan's move to stoke tensions

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:17:59 GMT

BEIJING, June 9 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese defense spokesperson on Tuesday criticized Japan for stoking tensions and misleading public opinion over the training activity of the Chinese aircraft carrier Liaoning.

Zhang Xiaogang, a spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense, made the remarks at a media conference after being questioned about Japan's move to monitor and disclose information on the operation of Li

Malaysia's approved investments ease 0.2 pct to 22.83 bln USD in Q1

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:45:19 GMT

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Xinhua) -- Malaysia's approved investments edged down 0.2 percent year-on-year to 92.8 billion ringgit (22.83 billion U.S. dollars) in the first quarter of 2026, according to official data released on Monday.

The approved investments covered 1,249 projects across the services, manufacturing and primary sectors, with the projects expected to generate 50,226 jobs, up 46.7 percent from a year

Japan remains ready for "decisive" action against yen depreciation

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:15:09 GMT

TOKYO, June 9 (Xinhua) -- Japan stands ready to take "decisive" action to stem the yen's depreciation, an official said Tuesday, as the currency traded in the lower 160 range against the U.S. dollar, near a level that previously prompted Japanese authorities to step into the currency market.

"Given the circumstances, there is no change in the fact that we are increasingly in a position to take decisive action,"

Japanese scholar warns national intelligence council establishment act could put Japan on dangerous path

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:15:12 GMT

TOKYO, June 9 (Xinhua) -- A Japanese scholar cautioned Monday that the act to establish a national intelligence council lacks sufficient justification and could be used to expand intelligence surveillance and drive military buildup, with far-reaching consequences for Japan's future.

Speaking at a lecture on the act in Tokyo, Masakatsu Adachi, emeritus professor at Japan's Kanto Gakuin University, expressed conce

Japan begins shipping missile launcher to easternmost island

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:15:13 GMT

TOKYO, June 9 (Xinhua) -- Japan's Ministry of Defense on Monday began transporting a missile launcher and other equipment to Minamitorishima, the country's easternmost island in the Pacific, ahead of plans to build a missile firing range and conduct live-fire exercises there, local media reported.

According to public broadcaster NHK, the ministry began shipping a Ground Self-Defense Force (GSDF) Type 12 surface-

6th LD Writethru: 7.8-magnitude earthquake kills 35 in Philippines, tsunami warning lifted

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:45:27 GMT

MANILA, June 8 (Xinhua) -- At least 35 people were killed, numerous buildings were damaged, and schools and flights were suspended after a 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck Sarangani province in the southern Philippines on Monday morning, according to local authorities. Multiple countries had issued tsunami warnings, which were later lifted.

Junie Castillo, spokesperson for the Philippines' Office of Civil Defense

Explainer: How new typhoon names are chosen, why old ones are retired

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:46:39 GMT

BEIJING, June 8 (Xinhua) -- China's meteorological authority on Monday released the official Chinese translations of nine new typhoon names that will enter the rotation for the western North Pacific and the South China Sea.

They replace nine names, including Super Typhoon Yagi, that were permanently retired following the devastating 2024 typhoon season. The newcomers, ranging from Dim-sum to Wings, may sound sur

Latvia, U.S. crowned at FIBA 3x3 World Cup

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:46:07 GMT

WARSAW, June 8 (Xinhua) -- Latvia and the United States claimed the respective men's and women's titles at the FIBA 3x3 World Cup in Warsaw on Sunday.

Latvia defeated Germany 20-15 in the men's final to win its first 3x3 World Cup title. The victory also made Latvia the first men's team to complete a collection of major international honors: Olympic gold at Tokyo 2020, the Europe Cup in 2017 and the World Cup in

5th LD: 32 killed, buildings damaged, schools suspended after strong quake in S. Philippines

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:15:24 GMT

MANILA, June 8 (Xinhua) -- At least 32 people were killed, numerous building damaged, and schools and flights were suspended after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Sarangani province in the southern Philippines on Monday morning, according to local authorities. Multiple countries had issued tsunami warnings, which were later lifted.

Junie Castillo, spokesperson for the Philippines' Office of Civil Defense, said

Tokyo stocks end sharply lower

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:15:12 GMT

TOKYO, June 8 (Xinhua) -- Tokyo stocks closed sharply lower on Monday, with the benchmark Nikkei stock index briefly plunging over 4 percent, as investors locked in gains following the recent run-up in heavyweight technology shares.

The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average ended down 2,563.52 points, or 3.85 percent, from Friday at 64,024.60.

The broader Topix index, meanwhile, finished 96.71 points, or 2.45 pe

Tsunami waves observed in Japan after powerful quake off Philippines

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:45:12 GMT

TOKYO, June 8 (Xinhua) -- Tsunami waves of several centimeters to around 20 cm have been observed along Japan's Pacific coast as well as other parts of the country after a 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off southern Philippines on Monday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.

The weather agency issued tsunami advisories for coastal areas stretching from Ibaraki Prefecture on Japan's eastern Pacific coast to the

Japan's Nikkei slumps, yen trades above 160 per dollar

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:55:16 GMT

TOKYO, 8th June, 2026 (WAM) -- Japan's Nikkei share average fell more than 3 percent while the yen traded above 160 per dollar on Monday on renewed concerns about technology valuations.

The benchmark Nikkei 225 Index fell 3.7 percent to 64,108.44 in early trading. The broader Topix slid 2.19 percent to 3,863.09.

The largest losers on the Nikkei were Ibiden, down 12.6 percent, followed by Screen Holdings, do

Japan logs current account surplus of 24.4 bln USD in April

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 03:15:09 GMT

TOKYO, June 8 (Xinhua) -- Japan posted a current account surplus of 3.91 trillion yen (around 24.4 billion U.S. dollars) in April, up 64.9 percent from a year earlier, official data showed Monday.

The surplus increase was driven by higher returns on overseas investments by Japanese financial institutions and trading houses, the Finance Ministry said in a preliminary report.

Primary income, which reflects

Japan's Nikkei plunges over 3 pct in early trading

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:45:19 GMT

TOKYO, June 8 (Xinhua) -- Japan's benchmark Nikkei stock index tumbled over 3 percent in early trading Monday, as investors took profits in major technology shares, following Wall Street's decline late last week.

In the first 15 minutes of trading, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average fell 2,440.42 points, or 3.66 percent, from Friday to 64,147.70. The broader Topix index was down 83.78 points, or 2.12 percent, at

Man admits creating videos criticizing Japan PM Takaichi's rivals in election: media

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:15:23 GMT

TOKYO, June 7 (Xinhua) -- The head of an IT firm admitted that he had created videos criticizing rivals of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in last year's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) presidential race, after being asked to help her win the election, Kyodo News reported Sunday.

In a recent online interview with Kyodo News, Ken Matsui, 33, said that he was consulted by a secretary of Takaichi on ho

Xinhua Headlines: 12.9 mln Chinese take 2026 college entrance exam to chase dreams, rewrite life paths

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:46:26 GMT

BEIJING, June 7 (Xinhua) -- Some 12.9 million people across China sat for the annual college entrance exam, or gaokao, on Sunday, a pivotal milestone for generations of young Chinese.

The figure, in sharp contrast to 5.7 million at the exam's reinstatement 49 years ago, marks a slight drop from last year's 13.35 million participants. The test will last two to four days, depending on the subjects chosen.

Heavy rain batters southwest Japan

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 06:15:04 GMT

TOKYO, June 7 (Xinhua) -- Heavy rain lashed southern Kyushu in southwestern Japan on Sunday, sharply increasing the risk of disasters, the country's weather agency said.

Linear rainbands had developed in Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures through late Sunday morning, the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) said, advising caution against possible landslides, flooding in low-lying areas and swollen or overflowing ri

FIFA World Cup Group H preview: Spain hopes to reign but injuries a worry

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:18:54 GMT

MADRID, June 6 (Xinhua) -- On paper Group H should be relatively straightforward for reigning European Champions Spain, with an intense Uruguay providing the main opposition, however, Spain will travel with injury doubts and Saudi Arabia showed in Qatar that it is capable of springing a big surprise, and Cabo Verde has had promising results in its build-up to the World Cup.

SPAIN

The team:

Spain is

Japan's Anraku takes fourth straight boulder gold in Prague

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 06:46:59 GMT

PRAGUE, June 6 (Xinhua) -- Japan's Sorato Anraku became the first male climber to win four consecutive boulder titles in a single World Climbing Series season on Friday, edging South Korea's Lee Do-hyun and France's Mejdi Schalck in a tight final.

The 19-year-old Japanese secured victory with 55.0 points in a low-scoring technical final, extending his unbeaten run after earlier wins in Keqiao, Bern and Madrid. N

Newly unearthed wartime records expose inner workings of Japan's poison gas bomb factory

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 04:15:11 GMT

TOKYO, June 6 (Xinhua) -- Newly discovered historical records have shed fresh light on the operations of a Japanese poison gas bomb factory during World War II, revealing details of chemical weapons production, workplace accidents and the wartime mobilization system that prioritized military expansion above all else.

The documents were recently uncovered by Seiya Matsuno, a historian and researcher at the Intern

Japan parliament enacts 3.11 trln yen extra budget for FY 2026

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 02:45:03 GMT

TOKYO, June 6 (Xinhua) -- Japan's parliament enacted a 3.11-trillion-yen (about 19 billion U.S. dollars) supplementary budget for fiscal 2026 on Friday to ease the impact of higher energy prices amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

The bill for extra spending was approved at an upper house plenary session by a majority vote with support from the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and its junior ally, the J