A social service organisation has requested permission to transport bodies by rail to spare the family financial strain. The body must be embalmed in a sealed coffin box and a medical certificate stating that the decease...
The AIADMK candidate for Coimbatore South has alleged irregularities in the election process and requested permission to stage a protest on Thursday....
Nikkei Asia reports that Japan will import 1 million barrels of oil from Mexico in an effort to diversify its energy sources. No other sources provide additional information....
Nikkei Asia reports that SoftBank has promoted Arm CEO Rene Haas as part of its shift towards AI services. Reuters and other sources confirm the move, with no additional details....
The Japanese government is set to introduce a new Indo-Pacific strategy focusing on securing critical resources and ensuring a stable supply chain. The move aims to counterbalance China's influence in the region....
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co., Ltd (JAPEX) is shifting its focus back to oil and gas exploration and production, with plans to invest up to $7.3 billion in the sector....
Japan Airlines is exploring the use of facial recognition technology to enable passport-free international travel for its passengers. The initiative aims to streamline the boarding process and reduce wait times....
FamilyMart is considering reducing its delivery services in response to rising oil prices. The move aims to mitigate the impact of higher fuel costs on the company's operations....
The Japanese government is set to block a takeover of Makino, a leading machine tool manufacturer, by MBK Partners due to national security concerns....
An investigation has revealed that three Japanese insurance companies mishandled customer data for Toyota Motor Corp. The incident highlights concerns about data privacy in Japan's auto industry....
Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen canceled her visit to Eswatini after three African countries blocked her plane. China welcomed the move, but some analysts believe Beijing may have pressured the countries to do so....
A US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz has raised concerns about the safety and security of President Trump's upcoming visit to China. The blockade is seen as a response to Iran's actions, but its impact on Trump's ...
US President Donald Trump said there was no time frame for when the war on Iran might end, amid ongoing efforts to ease the global energy crisis. The US and Iran are expected to return to the negotiating table, but a dat...
Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL) and Allianz SE have formed a joint venture for general and health insurance in India. The companies are also working towards a separate agreement for life insurance business....
A long-awaited cross-border solo travel scheme will allow yachts from Macau and Hong Kong to easily sail to six designated ports in the western waters off the Greater Bay Area. The policy is expected to be finalised by s...
Rotting chicken smuggled from Thailand has washed ashore in Cambodia, hinting at potential shortages due to the ongoing border conflict. The conflict has led to a surge in illicit cargo flows and a boycott of Thai busine...
A congressional hearing has been told that the US visa system is being exploited by China to steal American innovation, with some senators accusing the country of rolling out the 'red carpet' for spies....
A chemical gas reaction occurred at a US plant involving nitric acid and another substance, resulting in the deaths of two people and injuries to 19 others....
Hong Kong's decision to issue stablecoin licences to HSBC and Anchorpoint Financial has highlighted the city's preference for a bank-led approach to digital money, rather than cryptocurrency experimentation....
Manchester City have moved into first place in the Premier League table after a narrow win over Burnley, both teams now on 70 points with an identical goal difference....