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Tajinder Pal Singh Toor.

Olympic-bound shot putter Toor continues impressive form with 21.10m throw

Tajinder Pal Singh Toor booked an Olympic ticket last Monday with a national record throw of 21.49m during the Indian Grand Prix 4
29 Jun 2021 1:24 AM
Japan has so far escaped the worst of the epidemic, with around 35,200 infections and just over 1,000 deaths since the first case was detected in January. (Representational Image: AFP)

US Marines account for most of the 'explosive spread' in Japan's Okinawa

The region, which also a popular tourist destination, has declared state of emergency following the recent surge
01 Aug 2020 12:50 PM
Representative Image. (AFP)

Oil prices slip after OPEC, allies agree to ease supply curbs

OPEC+ agreed on Wednesday to scale back oil production cuts from August as the global economy slowly recovers from the coronavirus pandemic
16 Jul 2020 8:32 AM
A mask-clad pedestrian passes in front of a quotation board displaying the share price numbers of the Tokyo Stock Exchange in Tokyo on march 10, 2020(AFP)

Tokyo's key Nikkei index down 3 percent in early trade

Tokyo's benchmark Nikkei index bounced back on tuesday from its recent sell-offs sparked by a strong yen yen
10 Mar 2020 12:44 PM
Modern artisans are creating new types of accessories using the cloth flowers, such as earrings and brooches. (Photo: AP)

Traditional Japanese hair-dos to try this season

Easy-to-make flowers for traditional Japanese hair ornaments.
12 Dec 2019 11:42 AM
One 38-year-old woman, who declined to give her name, said she "didn't have the courage" to find a spouse and move away from her mother, who had come with her to the match-making party. (Representational Image)

'Waste of time': Why young Japanese are choosing to not get married

The same father said his eldest daughter was married but his youngest, a doctor living in the US, is single at the age of 34.
06 Dec 2019 3:34 PM
The festivities have been scaled back in the wake of devastating Typhoon Hagibis, which slammed into Japan just over a week ago, killing more than 80. (Photo: AFP)

Series of ritual-bond ceremonies commence for completion of enthronement

Japan emperor to complete enthronement in ritual-bound ceremony.
22 Oct 2019 10:22 AM
Hisahito’s birth in 2006 was seen as a miracle by conservatives eager to preserve the males-only succession. (Photo: Social Media)

Fate of Japan’s imperial dynasty rests on shoulders of 13-year-old

Hisahito, 13, the lone royal male in his generation, is second in line to throne after his father Crown Prince Akishino.
18 Oct 2019 12:17 PM
It was not until Christmas Day 2015 that he received approval to take leave and see his son. (Representational Image)

Canadian father alleges bullying, sues firm for paternity harassment case

It was the second paternity leave harassment case to be heard in Japan in recent weeks.
09 Oct 2019 1:05 PM
Around 17,000 passengers were stranded overnight at Tokyo's Narita Airport, an official said Tuesday, after it took a direct hit from a powerful typhoon that caused transport chaos throughout the capital. (Photo: AP)

17,000 people stranded at Tokyo airport due to Typhoon

The airport said it delivered 2,000 bottles of water, 19,000 bags of crackers and 18,000 bed rolls to stranded passengers.
10 Sep 2019 9:44 AM
Kakigori is a Japanese dessert made from shaved ice. (Photo: AFP)

Redefining ways to market Kakigori

High-end rebrand makes life sweet for Japan's 'ice farmers'.
18 Aug 2019 1:40 PM
Tajimi in Gifu Prefecture, central Japan, saw the mercury rise to 37.1 degrees Celsius, while Kumagaya in Tokyo's neighbouring prefecture of Saitama and Kyoto saw temperatures rocket to 36.8 degrees Celsius. (Photo: Representative Image/File)

Scorching heat kills 11 in Japan

As the temperature continues to rise, the agency and weather officials have warned people to take preventative measures against heatstroke.
31 Jul 2019 5:59 PM
The fire department dispatched 35 fire engines and other fire-fighting vehicles to the site. (Photo: AFP)

13 dead in suspected arson attack on Japan animation studio

Police said the fierce blaze appeared to have been started deliberately but there was no immediate information on a possible motive.
18 Jul 2019 1:25 PM
Tokyo is also one of the most solo-traveller friendly cities along with being the perfect blend of old and advanced. (Photo: Pexels)

Best of Tokyo for solo travellers

Solo travelling in Tokyo? Here are some things you can do.
20 Jun 2019 3:05 PM
Many countries, including Japan, have seen plastic waste pile up in the wake of the ban. (Photo: File)

G20 countries set to seal marine pollution deal

Plastic pollution has become an increasing concern, particularly after bans imposed by some countries on the import of plastic waste.
16 Jun 2019 6:38 PM
She wore a Heian-era style hairdo and a traditional robe splashed with red and green patterns while Moriya wore coattails.

Japanese Princess Ayako marries commoner at shrine ceremony

The couple was shown on national news walking slowly before guests at the shrine Monday morning.
29 Oct 2018 10:41 AM
Nevertheless, Tokyo insisted today: 'There is no change in our basic recognition concerning the threat of North Korea's nuclear weapons and missiles.' (Photo: AP)

North Korea still 'serious, imminent threat': Japan

Japan's 2018 defence white paper said Beijing was sparking 'security concerns in region and international community, including Japan'.
28 Aug 2018 12:26 PM
The internal investigation found the school first reduced all applicants’ first-stage scores to 80 percent then added up to 20 points only to male applicants with three or fewer application tries. (Representational image)

Japan: Medical school admits to altering entrance scores to keep out women

Tokyo Medical University altered entry test results since 2000, thinking women doctors on becoming mothers would shorten or halt careers.
07 Aug 2018 4:01 PM
From Paris to Shanghai, his savoir-faire made French gastronomy shine and continues to inspire the next generation of chefs. (Photo: AFP)

World's most-starred chef Joel Robuchon dies of cancer at 73

From Paris to Shanghai, his savoir-faire made French gastronomy shine and continues to inspire the next generation of chefs.
06 Aug 2018 6:46 PM
Earlier this year, experts warned of the risks of heatstroke at the Games which run until Aug. 9, with conditions reaching levels at which sporting activities would normally be halted in the country. (Photo: AP)

Tokyo 2020 Olympics: Organizers feel the heat two years out as temperature soars

With the temperature reaching a record 41.1 degrees Celsius, concerns are high that similar conditions in 2020 could disrupt the Games.
24 Jul 2018 3:47 PM

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Fireworks illuminate over the National Stadium during the opening ceremony of the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo on Friday. (Photo: AP)

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