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Clean Energy & Climate Transition 12 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Astronomers Say Mysterious Dark Comet’s Acceleration May Not Be Driven by Ice

A puzzling small body in the solar system that has been described as a possible “dark comet” is now defying one of the leading explanations for its motion. New analysis suggests its unusual acceleration may not be caused by ice sublimating from its surface, deepening the mystery as Japanese spacecraft Hayabusa2 races toward a planned encounter. The finding raises fresh questions about how some faint, fast-moving objects behave and how scientists classify them.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition10 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Scientists Puzzle Over Accelerating Asteroid as Japan’s Hayabusa2 Races In

Astronomers are confronting an unusual case in deep space: asteroid 1998 KY26 appears to be accelerating in a way that current observations cannot fully explain. The object is now a target for Japan’s Hayabusa2 spacecraft, which is closing in on the small near-Earth asteroid as researchers try to determine whether the motion reflects a dark-comet-like effect, an unusual spin state, or something else entirely.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance05 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Dollar Slips as U.S. Election Results Calm Markets and Lift Risk Appetite

The U.S. dollar edged lower in early trade after Democrat gains in the midterm elections eased fears of political instability and triggered a broad relief rally across global assets. Stocks advanced, U.S. Treasuries firmed and the yen strengthened as investors increased bets that the Bank of Japan may eventually need to tighten policy further.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance04 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Banks Remain Sound, But AI Bubble Could Be the Real Market Risk: Julius Baer CEO Stefan Bollinger

Julius Baer Chief Executive Stefan Bollinger said the banking sector remains fundamentally safe, while warning that an artificial intelligence bubble could pose a more serious threat to global markets. He also described India’s recent equity valuation correction as healthy, arguing that it does not alter the country’s long-term growth story.

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World Politics & Diplomacy03 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Japan and Russia Clash Over Detained Journalist as Moscow Presses Sanctions Demand

Japan and Russia remain locked in a diplomatic standoff after Tokyo demanded the release of a detained Japanese journalist during talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Moscow, meanwhile, used the meeting to renew its call for an end to sanctions, underscoring how the war in Ukraine continues to strain even limited channels of dialogue between the two countries. The dispute highlights the widening gap between humanitarian concerns and geopolitical leverage in a relationship already burdened by territorial and security tensions.

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World Politics & Diplomacy31 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

From Water Filters to Disposable Toilets, Preppers Across the West Are Rewriting Readiness

Across the United States, Japan, Sweden and the Netherlands, households are quietly building emergency stashes that range from water filters and batteries to disposable toilets and freeze-dried food. What was once dismissed as fringe survivalism is increasingly being reframed as practical preparedness in an era of war, climate shocks and fragile supply chains.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning31 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Waymo Turns to Toyota for Japan and UK Robotaxi Push

Waymo will begin testing self-driving versions of Toyota’s electric bZ4X in Japan next year, marking a significant expansion of its global ambitions and a fresh industrial partnership with one of the world’s largest automakers. The move underscores how autonomous vehicle developers are increasingly leaning on established carmakers to accelerate deployment, navigate regulation, and localize hardware for overseas markets.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance30 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Bank of Japan Declares 2% Inflation Target Achieved After 13 Years, Holds Rates Steady

The Bank of Japan said it has finally achieved its long-standing 2% inflation target after more than 13 years, marking a symbolic milestone in the country’s battle against deflation. Even so, policymakers kept the benchmark interest rate unchanged at 1.25%, signaling caution as they weigh persistent price pressures, yen weakness and a still-fragile growth outlook.

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Big Tech, Cloud & Semiconductors30 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Europe Plans First Undersea Cable to Greenland as US Ties Fray

Europe is preparing its first undersea cable route to Greenland in a strategic move that would reduce reliance on U.S.-linked digital infrastructure and strengthen Arctic connectivity. The Pan-Arctic Cable is designed to connect Greenland with Canada and extend broader network resilience across routes tied to Japan and South Korea, underscoring how geopolitics is reshaping cloud and telecom infrastructure planning.

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World Politics & Diplomacy29 Oct 2026, 08:01 PM IST

North Korea Fires Missile Barrage Into Sea as Tensions With South Korea Deepen

North Korea launched multiple missiles toward the sea in a fresh show of force that further elevates tensions on the Korean Peninsula. The barrage comes amid a period of heightened military friction with South Korea and renewed concern among regional and U.S. officials over Pyongyang’s weapons activity.

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World Politics & Diplomacy28 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Cartoonist Sues Japan Over Male-Only Imperial Succession Law

A Japanese manga artist has filed a constitutional challenge to a revised imperial succession law, arguing that its male-only framework unlawfully discriminates against women and commoners. The case adds a rare public legal challenge to one of Japan’s most sensitive institutions, the imperial family, and could intensify debate over gender equality and the future of the monarchy.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth28 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Asian Stocks Rise as AI Optimism Lifts Chips and Broadens Market Appetite

Asian equities advanced in early trade as renewed enthusiasm for artificial intelligence lifted semiconductor shares and improved risk sentiment across the region. The MSCI Asia Pacific Index gained 0.6%, with Japan, Australia and South Korea all moving higher, while SK Hynix surged after reporting stronger-than-expected operating profit and outlining ambitious shareholder returns.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth27 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Japan’s Nikkei Jumps Nearly 2% as AI Optimism Lifts Chip Stocks on Anthropic IPO Buzz

Japan’s Nikkei 225 surged nearly 2% on Wednesday, ending a three-session losing streak as renewed enthusiasm around artificial intelligence and a reported U.S. IPO filing by Anthropic lifted semiconductor and automation shares. Advantest, SoftBank Group and Tokyo Electron led gains, tracking strength in American chip stocks and broader risk appetite across global markets.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace27 Oct 2026, 04:34 PM IST

Japan Opens Keen Sword 2027 in Major Multinational Drill

Exercise Keen Sword 2027 has begun on Ishigaki Island in Japan, bringing together roughly 45,000 Japan Self-Defense Forces personnel, 11,000 U.S. service members and contingents from six other partner nations. The large-scale drill underscores deepening interoperability among Indo-Pacific and allied militaries amid heightened regional security concerns.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy22 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Over 100 Japanese Firms Expand GCCs in India as AI and Engineering Take Center Stage

More than 100 Japanese companies are expanding global capability centres in India, marking a decisive shift from cost-led outsourcing to higher-value work in artificial intelligence, engineering and global operations. The move underscores India’s growing role as a strategic technology base for Japanese industry, particularly as firms seek scale, talent and faster innovation cycles outside Japan.

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World Politics & Diplomacy22 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Japan’s Asian Games Expose a Rare Breakdown in Event Discipline

Japan’s reputation for precision and polished global event delivery has been dented by a troubled Asian Games operation marked by hotel disruptions, transport failures and diplomatic missteps. The problems have drawn scrutiny not only to organisers but also to the private firm contracted to manage key logistics, raising broader questions about oversight, accountability and reputational risk in mega-events.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance22 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Japanese Bond Yields Sink to Multiweek Lows as BOJ Meeting Nears

Japanese government bond yields fell to multiweek lows on Thursday as investors sought safety amid rising geopolitical tensions and persistent inflation concerns. The 10-year yield slipped to 2.88% as markets positioned for the Bank of Japan’s policy meeting, where traders are weighing the timing and scale of any further rate hikes against a fragile global backdrop.

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World Politics & Diplomacy20 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Japan Launches Mars Moon Sample Mission in Bid to Bring Back 10 Grams of Dust

A Japanese spacecraft is preparing to launch on an ambitious mission to collect and return a small sample of dust from one of Mars’s moons, a technically demanding effort that could deepen scientific understanding of the Red Planet’s origins and evolution. The mission underscores how space exploration is increasingly shaped by national prestige, scientific competition and long-term diplomatic influence in the global space race.

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World Politics & Diplomacy20 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Takaichi Defends Policy Mix as Yen Slides and Rate Pressure Builds

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has pushed back against criticism that her government is tolerating a weak yen and resisting higher interest rates, arguing that policy must remain focused on growth and household support. Her remarks come as Tokyo weighs tax relief, possible fiscal offsets, and broader measures to cushion consumers while markets watch for any shift in Japan’s long-standing monetary stance.

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World Politics & Diplomacy17 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Japan’s Prime Minister Sparks Debate After Saying Makeup and Chores Add Hours to Her Workday

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has ignited a national conversation after saying that makeup, household chores and other expectations add hours to her workday compared with male leaders. Her remarks, made amid scrutiny over her attendance and workload, quickly broadened into a wider debate about gender roles, political optics and the burdens placed on women in public life. The episode has become a flashpoint in a country long criticized for slow progress on gender equality.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition16 Oct 2026, 02:57 PM IST

Scientists Decode How E. coli Senses Neighboring Gut Bacteria

Japanese researchers have identified a mechanism by which E. coli detects metabolic signals released by bifidobacteria, shedding new light on how microbes in the gut communicate and compete. The finding adds to a fast-growing body of microbiome science with potential implications for nutrition, disease prevention, and the design of next-generation probiotics.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance16 Oct 2026, 11:52 AM IST

Nikkei Rebounds 1.75% After Six-Day Slide, but Weekly Loss Still Looms

Japan’s Nikkei index recovered sharply on Friday, rising 1.75% after six straight sessions of declines as investors stepped in to buy beaten-down shares, especially in technology and banking. Even so, the benchmark remained on course for a weekly loss of nearly 5% as markets stayed cautious ahead of corporate earnings and the U.S. midterm elections.

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National Governance & Policy16 Oct 2026, 08:07 AM IST

India, Japan Hold 12th Joint Working Group Session on Roads and Transport to Deepen Infrastructure Cooperation

India and Japan convened the 12th session of their Joint Working Group on roads and road transport, underscoring a long-running partnership that has increasingly shaped India’s infrastructure modernization agenda. The talks are expected to focus on technical cooperation, project delivery, and policy coordination as New Delhi seeks safer, more efficient transport networks and Japan looks to expand its strategic development footprint in India.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 10:53 PM IST

India, Japan Hold 12th Joint Working Group Session on Roads and Transport

India and Japan convened the 12th session of their Joint Working Group on roads and road transport, underscoring a long-running partnership focused on infrastructure quality, mobility, and technical cooperation. The meeting comes as India accelerates highway expansion and seeks deeper collaboration on safety, resilience, and advanced transport systems.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning15 Oct 2026, 06:25 PM IST

Korea Stocks Sink 8% as Investors Rush to Unwind AI Bets

South Korean equities tumbled sharply as investors accelerated the unwinding of crowded artificial intelligence positions, dragging chipmakers and broader technology shares lower. The sell-off added to a global market rout sparked by renewed concern over U.S. inflation, higher-for-longer interest rates and the financing burden tied to the AI buildout.

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World Politics & Diplomacy15 Oct 2026, 03:00 PM IST

Russia Detains Japanese Journalist on Espionage Allegations, Prompting Tokyo Protest

Russia has detained a Japanese journalist on suspicion of espionage, according to reports cited by major international news organizations, triggering an immediate protest from Tokyo. The case adds fresh strain to already fraught Japan-Russia relations and underscores the heightened risks facing foreign correspondents operating in Russia amid deepening geopolitical confrontation.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition15 Oct 2026, 02:19 PM IST

Scientists Identify Microbe With One of the Smallest Genomes Ever Found, Redefining the Limits of Life

Researchers have identified an archaeal microbe with a genome of just 238,000 DNA base pairs, one of the smallest ever recorded and the smallest known for its group. Found living in close association with ocean plankton near Japan, the organism appears to survive with an extreme level of genetic minimalism that could reshape understanding of how much biological machinery life truly needs. The discovery also offers a new window into evolution in nutrient-poor marine environments, where dependence and specialization may drive genomes to shrink to their bare essentials.

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World Politics & Diplomacy15 Oct 2026, 12:56 PM IST

Russia Detains Japanese Journalist on Espionage Allegations, Deepening Diplomatic Tensions

Russia has detained a Japanese journalist on allegations of espionage, prompting an immediate protest from Tokyo and adding fresh strain to already fraught relations between the two countries. The case underscores Moscow’s increasingly aggressive treatment of foreign nationals amid heightened security paranoia and a broader clampdown on independent reporting.

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India Entertainment & Culture15 Oct 2026, 01:18 AM IST

Crunchyroll Secures Global Theatrical Rights to First 'Apothecary Diaries' Anime Film

Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment will distribute The Apothecary Diaries: The Late Lady's Treasure in theatres across North America and international markets, including India, after its Japanese premiere in December. The acquisition extends one of the most closely watched recent anime franchises into the global theatrical arena, underscoring the continued commercial rise of anime cinema outside Japan.

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India Sports & Cricket08 Oct 2026, 11:24 AM IST

India Finishes Fourth at 2026 Asian Games With 85 Medals as China Dominates Aichi-Nagoya

India ended the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, fourth on the medal table with 85 medals, underlining steady progress but also the gap that remains with Asia’s top sporting powers. China topped the standings with 289 medals, while Japan and South Korea finished second and third respectively, leaving India ahead of several traditional challengers but still outside the continent’s elite tier.

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World Politics & Diplomacy08 Oct 2026, 07:40 PM IST

Japan Raids Asahi and Kirin in Suspected Beer Price-Fixing Probe

Japan’s Fair Trade Commission has searched the offices of the country’s largest beer makers, including Asahi and Kirin, in a widening probe into alleged price-fixing. The investigation raises fresh scrutiny over competition in one of Japan’s most concentrated consumer sectors and could reverberate across the broader drinks industry.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition08 Oct 2026, 08:40 AM IST

Japan’s Asteroid Probe Loses Final Engine, Forcing Engineers to Rethink the Mission

Japan’s asteroid probe has suffered the loss of its last functioning engine, a setback that could have ended the mission outright. Instead, engineers are preparing a workaround that underscores how deep-space exploration increasingly depends on redundancy, improvisation, and precise systems management. The episode is a reminder that even highly advanced spacecraft can be saved by creative engineering long after launch.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition08 Oct 2026, 07:57 AM IST

Japan’s Asteroid Probe Loses Final Working Engine, Forcing Engineers Into an Elegant Workaround

Japan’s asteroid probe has suffered a major propulsion setback after losing its last functioning engine, threatening the spacecraft’s ability to continue its mission as planned. Engineers are now pursuing a creative recovery strategy that could extend the probe’s usefulness and preserve a scientifically valuable mission despite the hardware failure.

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Global Health & Biotech08 Oct 2026, 02:45 AM IST

Chemistry Nobel Honors Scientists Who Solved Life’s Asymmetry Mystery

The Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to French and Japanese scientists whose work helped explain one of biology’s deepest puzzles: why living systems are built around a single handedness in their molecules. The finding reaches far beyond chemistry, illuminating the molecular foundations of life and offering new tools for medicine, materials science and synthetic biology.

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Global Markets & Equities08 Oct 2026, 01:37 AM IST

Tesla’s Long-Delayed Roadster Faces Its Ultimate Test of Credibility

Tesla’s next-generation Roadster has become a symbol of the company’s ability to turn audacious promises into commercial reality, or to let them drift for years. After customers paid $50,000 deposits and waited nearly a decade, the vehicle’s eventual unveiling is now being watched not just as a product event, but as a market signal on execution, demand, and Tesla’s premium-brand ambitions.

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World Politics & Diplomacy08 Oct 2026, 01:15 AM IST

Japan’s Beer Giants Raided in Suspected Price-Fixing Probe

Japanese competition authorities searched the premises of Asahi, Kirin and Suntory in a widening investigation into alleged price-fixing in the country’s beer market, according to company confirmations. The raids underscore intensifying regulatory scrutiny over pricing conduct in one of Japan’s most visible consumer sectors, with potential implications for market competition, corporate governance and consumer costs.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition08 Oct 2026, 12:10 AM IST

Japan’s Asteroid Probe Loses Final Engine, Forcing Engineers Into a High-Stakes Workaround

Japan’s asteroid probe has suffered the loss of its last functioning engine, a setback that would normally threaten the mission’s ability to maneuver and complete its scientific objectives. Engineers are now relying on a carefully designed workaround that could preserve enough control to keep the spacecraft operating, underscoring the resilience required in deep-space exploration.

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India Sports & Cricket07 Oct 2026, 03:09 PM IST

At 71, Chennai’s Seshadri Sukumar Is Framing Global Sport One Shot at a Time

Chennai resident Seshadri Sukumar has turned a late-life leap into sports photography into a remarkable second career, trading a long banking life for the demanding rhythm of international sporting events. Now covering the 20th Asian Games in Japan, the 71-year-old is proving that access, discipline and curiosity can matter as much as age in elite sports media.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition07 Oct 2026, 11:01 PM IST

Draconid Meteor Shower 2026 Set to Offer a Brief, Unpredictable October Display

The Draconid meteor shower is expected to return in October 2026, offering skywatchers a short but potentially dramatic celestial display. While typically modest, the shower is known for sudden bursts of activity, making it one of the most closely watched meteor events of the autumn sky.

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World Politics & Diplomacy07 Oct 2026, 08:43 PM IST

Chemistry Nobel Honors French and Japanese Scientists for Solving Life’s Asymmetry Mystery

The Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to French and Japanese scientists whose work helped explain one of biology’s deepest puzzles: why life is built with a striking molecular asymmetry. Their research illuminates the left-right imbalance that underpins amino acids, sugars and, ultimately, the chemistry of living systems. The award underscores how fundamental science can reshape understanding of life itself while opening new paths in medicine, materials and drug design.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance06 Oct 2026, 10:37 PM IST

BOJ Nears 2% Inflation Milestone as December Rate Hike Bets Build

The Bank of Japan is increasingly likely to signal later this month that underlying inflation has reached its 2% target, a development that would reinforce market expectations for a December rate hike. With wages firming, prices still elevated and the yen under pressure, policymakers appear to be moving closer to another step in the gradual normalisation of monetary policy.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 01:40 PM IST

Japan’s 30-Year Bond Yield Hits Record High Ahead of Key 10-Year Auction

Japanese government bond yields climbed sharply on Tuesday, with the 30-year yield touching a record high as investors digested Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s expansionary fiscal stance and positioned cautiously ahead of a closely watched 10-year bond auction. The move underscores growing market sensitivity to Japan’s supply outlook, inflation dynamics and the government’s willingness to lean on fiscal support even as borrowing costs rise.

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India Sports & Cricket06 Oct 2026, 01:52 AM IST

India Finishes Asian Games 2026 With 85 Medals, Led by Athletics, Shooting and MMA

India ended the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya with 85 medals, a strong but slightly diminished return from its record 106-medal haul in Hangzhou in 2023. The 503-member contingent delivered across 36 disciplines, with athletics, shooting and the debut mixed martial arts events providing the clearest signs of depth and future promise.

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World Politics & Diplomacy06 Oct 2026, 09:31 PM IST

Children Risk Snipers and Mortars to Reach School in Yemen’s Taiz Front Line

In rare access to Taiz, the BBC World Service has documented how children, teachers and families continue to navigate a war zone simply to reach classrooms near Yemen’s front line. The reporting underscores the conflict’s enduring toll on civilian life, with education sustained only through extraordinary personal risk and fragile community resilience.

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Big Tech, Cloud & Semiconductors06 Oct 2026, 01:19 PM IST

Russian Drone Strikes Target Ukraine’s Data Centers, Exposing Air Defense Gaps

Russian drone attacks are increasingly hitting Ukraine’s data centers and digital infrastructure, exploiting weaknesses in air defense coverage and threatening the country’s wartime economy. The strikes have disrupted internet and phone services, underscoring how the conflict is now extending deep into the systems that keep businesses, government, and daily life connected.

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World Politics & Diplomacy06 Oct 2026, 08:50 AM IST

‘Not Again’: U.S. Marine Arrest for Murder Rekindles Anger in Okinawa

The arrest of a U.S. Marine on suspicion of murder has reignited long-simmering anger in Okinawa, where many residents say the latest case is a painful reminder of decades of friction tied to the American military presence. The episode has revived protests and sharpened demands for accountability, even as officials in Tokyo and Washington seek to contain the diplomatic fallout.

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Global Markets & Equities06 Oct 2026, 07:04 AM IST

Amazon’s Hidden Outlet Quietly Marks Down Skechers, Sorel and Owala Ahead of Prime Day

Amazon’s lesser-known outlet section is surfacing early October Prime Day discounts on consumer brands including Skechers, Sorel and Owala, offering shoppers a quieter route to markdowns before the main event. The promotions underscore how major retailers are extending deal windows to capture demand early, while also testing consumer appetite for discretionary purchases heading into the holiday season.

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