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Nissan considering plant closures in Japan, overseas, sources say

TOKYO, Japan: Nissan is reportedly considering shutting down two car assembly plants in Japan and several overseas factories, including in Mexico, as part of a sweeping cost-cutting plan, sources told Reuters.

The automaker is reportedly considering the closure of its Oppama plant, which has been operational since 1961, and the Shonan plant, operated by Nissan Shatai, a subsid

Honda to scale back on electric vehicles focus on hybrids

TOKYO, Japan: Honda is shifting gears on its electric vehicle (EV) strategy, opting to prioritize hybrids as demand for full battery-powered cars softens globally.

At a press conference this week, the Japanese automaker announced it was reducing its planned investment in EVs and software by 30 percent—to 7 trillion yen (approximately US$48.4 billion)—and revising i

Wuhan Jiangda beats Melbourne City to win inaugural AFC Women's Champions League

WUHAN, May 24 (Xinhua) -- Wuhan Jiangda etched their name in history by claiming the inaugural AFC Women's Champions League title in dramatic fashion, defeating Australia's Melbourne City 5-4 on penalties after a tense 1-1 draw in the final here on Saturday.

Melbourne City broke the deadlock in the 75th minute when Shelby McMahon headed home from a free-kick. Wuhan Jiangda appeared to be heading fo

Wang/Sun win third straight mixed doubles title at TT worlds

DOHA, May 24 (Xinhua) -- China's Olympic champions Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha defeated Japan 3-1 to win their third straight mixed doubles title at the World Table Tennis Championships on Saturday.

The second seeds overcame a late surge from 16th-seeded Maharu Yoshimura and Satsuki Odo, winning 11-7, 11-8, 7-11, 11-8 over 39 minutes in what was their 16 consecutive win in the event.

"Our riv

Dubai Women Establishment organises UAE Women's Dialogue at UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka

DUBAI, 24th May 2025 (WAM) -- As part of its ongoing efforts to spotlight the UAE's leadership in empowering women, Dubai Women Establishment (DWE) organised the "UAE Women's Dialogue" at the UAE National Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka.

The dialogue was held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Women Establishment, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin

(SP)QATAR-DOHA-TABLE TENNIS-ITTF WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS FINALS-MIXED DOUBLES-FINAL

(250524) -- DOHA, May 24, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Wang Chuqin (L)/Sun Yingsha prepare for the mixed doubles final between Wang Chuqin/Sun Yingsha of China and Yoshimura Maharu/Odo Satsuki of Japan at ITTF World Table Tennis Championships Finals Doha 2025 in Doha, Qatar, May 24, 2025. (Xinhua/Liu Xu)

(SP)QATAR-DOHA-TABLE TENNIS-ITTF WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS FINALS-WOMEN'S SINGLES-SEMIFINALS

(250524) -- DOHA, May 24, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Sun Yingsha serves during the women's singles semifinal between Sun Yingsha of China and Ito Mima of Japan at ITTF World Table Tennis Championships Finals Doha 2025 in Doha, Qatar, May 24, 2025. (Xinhua/Xiao Yijiu)

(SP)QATAR-DOHA-TABLE TENNIS-ITTF WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS FINALS-WOMEN'S DOUBLES-SEMIFINALS

(250524) -- DOHA, May 24, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Wang Manyu (C)/Kuai Man (L) compete during the women's doubles semifinal between Wang Manyu/Kuai Man of China and Harimoto Miwa/Kihara Miyuu of Japan at ITTF World Table Tennis Championships Finals Doha 2025 in Doha, Qatar, May 24, 2025. (Xinhua/Xiao Yijiu)

Four arrested in digital arrest scam that duped Japanese firm manager of Rs 31 lakh

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Delhi Police have arrested four people in connection with a cyber fraud case involving a digital arrest scam that duped a Japanese company manager of over Rs 31 lakh, officials said on Saturday.

According to officials, the extensive investigation spanned nearly a year and involved raids across multiple states, including Rajasthan, Haryana, Jharkhand, and Delhi.

The complai

"We appear together in spreading India's stance against terror": All-party delegation member Khurshid

Tokyo [Japan], May 24 (ANI): Congress leader Salman Khurshid, who is a part of an all-party delegation member to Tokyo said that although political parties fight at home, they all appear together in the international platform.

Khurshid, in conversation with ANI, said that this unity of India in the face of terrorism was greatly appreciated in Japan.

'One important message that's coming across here is that w

"Op Sindoor intended to hit at centres of terrorism within Pakistan": Former Foreign Secretary Lalit Mansingh

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], May 24 (ANI): Former Foreign Secretary, Lalit Mansingh, on Saturday said that India's Operation Sindoor was not intended to start a war or fight the Pakistan army, but only to hit at the centres of terrorism within Pakistan.

'Many countries have an interest in dealing with terrorism. 9/11 happened in the United States. It was an act of international terrorism, and America took action

"Spontaneous support for India's position on terrorism: Former EAM Salman Khurshid on all-party delegation visit to Japan

Tokyo [Japan], May 24 (ANI): Former External Affairs Minister and Congress leader Salman Khurshid expressed satisfaction with the response the all-party delegation received in Japan and said that there was spontaneous support for India's position on terrorism.

Khurshid, who is part of the JD(U) MP Sanjay Jha-led delegations, told ANI, 'It's been very satisfying and a great visit. We were very encouraged that the

All Party Delegation pays tribute to freedom fighter Rash Behari Bose in Tokyo

Tokyo [Japan], May 24 (ANI): The All Party Delegation currently in Japan led by JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha paid floral tributes to freedom fighter Rash Behari Bose at Tama Cemetery, Tokyo on Saturday.

In a post on X, Indian Embassy in Japan, said the delegates drew inspiration from the unwavering courage of freedom fighters.

The Embassy said, 'Hon'ble Member of Parliament Shri Sanjay Kumar Jha, Head of the

All-party delegation in Japan emphasises India's zero tolerance to terrorism

Tokyo [Japan], May 24 (ANI): The all-party Parliamentary delegation, led by MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, interacted with members of the Indian diaspora at the Indian Embassy in Japan on Saturday and pointed out that terrorism and dialogue cannot coexist, using the powerful metaphor 'blood and water cannot flow together.'

This message resonated deeply with the Indian diaspora, who were urged to spread awareness about Ind

Andhra CM proposes formation of three sub-groups for Viksit Bharat mission at NITI Aayog meeting

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu proposed at the 10th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog on Saturday the formation of three focused sub-groups of States, in collaboration with the Union Government and NITI Aayog, to fast-track progress toward Viksit Bharat in 2047.

According to an official release by the State government, the first sub-group on GDP growth aims