The delegation sought to bring to the fore Gujarat's focus on being a future-ready growth model driven by visionary initiatives toward attaining self-reliance, and extend invitations to participate in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei ends lower as investors await BOJ cue on policy
Japan's Nikkei share average ended lower on Monday as cautious investors awaited hints from the Bank of Japan (BOJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda for a possible shift in its ultra-low rates policy. The Nikkei ...
Shogun Santa makes appearance in L.A.’s Little Tokyo
As part of a decades-long tradition, Shogun Santa made appearances over the weekend at the Japanese Village Plaza in L.A.’s Little Tokyo to take pictures with children and their families. The ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks end lower on caution about Bank of Japan policy meeting
Tokyo stocks fell Monday, with investors turning cautious ahead of the conclusion of the Bank of Japan's two-day policy meeting the f ... ( read original story ...)
Ukrainian pro soccer team to play charity match in Tokyo
A leading Ukrainian professional soccer club is visiting Tokyo to play a charity match to help support the country's reconstruction from Russia's invasion. ( read original story ...)
Stock market today: Asian shares mostly lower as Bank of Japan meets, China property shares fall
Elsewhere in Asia, Australia's S & P/ASX 200 declined 0.3% to 7,420.30. South Korea's Kospi added 0.2% to 2,569.40 and Bangkok's SET was down 0.2%. ( read original story ...)
Japan has at least 15 Nobel Prizes, but scientists fear the decline of country’s research industry
Among the recipient of the prestigious award is one of three men credited for the invention of LED, an energy-saving device used in lighting. ( read original story ...)
Japan Premier’s Woes Fuel Speculation About Potential Successors
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s days in office may be numbered, with a recent poll showing an overwhelming majority of voters want the embattled leader out of the top job by the end of his term in September at the latest. ( read original story ...)
Japan Provides Aid to Malaysia to Strengthen Maritime Security
Japan is helping Malaysia to bolster maritime security and protect sea lanes that are crucial for transporting fuel and goods to East Asia. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei falls as investors await BOJ cue on policy shift
Japan's Nikkei share average slipped more than 1% on Monday as cautious investors awaited hints from the Bank of Japan (BOJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda for a possible shift in its ultra-low rates policy. The ...
Japan’s Kishida disliked by nearly 4 in 5 people, polls show – making him among most unpopular prime ministers ever
One survey found Kishida’s “disapproval rate” was at 79 per cent, the highest since the newspaper started conducting such polls more than seven decades ago.
Shogun Santa spreads cheer in Little Tokyo
Shogun Santa arrived in Little Tokyo on Sunday, spreading cheer at that Japanese Village Plaza in Little Tokyo, expressing the importance of connecting with the community. ( read original story ...)
New Crypto Rules Could Boost Tesla Value As Bitcoin Price Has Surged
Gains in digital assets held by Elon Musk's electric car company may now be better reflected in earnings via new accounting standards.
Asia markets take a breather, Bank of Japan decision and China LPR in focus this week
The Bank of Japan will hold its final meeting of 2023 on Tuesday, while China will announce its loan prime rates on Wednesday.
Nikkei May Open Lower on Profit-Taking
Japanese shares may open lower as investors look to book some profit after recent gains.
Sun wins singles, doubles titles at Women’s WTT Nagoya
World No. 1 Sun Yingsha of China won the women's singles title and teamed up with Wang Manyu to claim the women's doubles crown as well at the 2023 Women's World Table Tennis (WTT) Finals on Sunday. ( read original story ...)