Japan in political limbo: Weakened government sends yen into freefall

Japan in political limbo: Weakened government sends yen into freefall

In an unprecedented upheaval, Japan’s recent parliamentary elections resulted in no party securing a decisive majority, creating a power vacuum and significant economic ripples. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), formerly a mainstay of Japan’s government, experienced a stark decline in support, signaling a historic shift in Japanese politics. Now, the LDP must […]

Japan votes today to decide fate of Prime Minister Ishiba’s government

Japan votes today to decide fate of Prime Minister Ishiba’s government

Today, Japan faces a pivotal election that will determine whether Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and his government retain power, marking a significant moment in the country’s political history. This parliamentary election has been shaped by a unique blend of economic issues, scandals, and the pressing question of Japan’s role in a tense international climate. With […]

Samsung Biologics bags $1.24bn CDMO contract with Asia-based pharma firm

Samsung Biologics bags $1.24bn CDMO contract with Asia-based pharma firm

Samsung Biologics (KRX: 207940.KS), a leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), has signed its largest-ever contract, valued at USD 1.24 billion, with an undisclosed Asia-based pharmaceutical company. The agreement, the largest single-client contract in the company’s history, extends until December 2037, with production set at the biomanufacturing hub in Songdo, South Korea. Contract Milestones […]

Accenture and NVIDIA join forces to transform enterprise AI at unprecedented scale

Accenture and NVIDIA join forces to transform enterprise AI at unprecedented scale

Accenture and NVIDIA have taken a significant step in the AI world with the creation of a new business group that promises to revolutionize enterprise AI adoption. The partnership will focus on helping businesses deploy next-generation artificial intelligence, emphasizing agentic AI systems. These systems are designed to go beyond traditional AI, performing complex tasks based […]

RIBOMIC completes patient enrollment in early phase II study of umedaptanib pegol for Achondroplasia

RIBOMIC completes patient enrollment in early phase II study of umedaptanib pegol for Achondroplasia

RIBOMIC Inc., a Tokyo-based leader in aptamer therapeutics, has reported significant progress in its early phase II study of umedaptanib pegol. This breakthrough involves treating pediatric patients with Achondroplasia, a rare genetic disorder characterized by short stature and limb shortening. Early Phase II Study Progresses The company has successfully enrolled 13 children aged 5 to […]

5.8 magnitude earthquake strikes Eastern Japan: Analysis and implications

5.8 magnitude earthquake strikes Eastern Japan: Analysis and implications

In a significant seismic event, a 5.8 magnitude earthquake jolted eastern Japan on Thursday, March 14, drawing attention from several major geological monitoring agencies worldwide. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the quake occurred at 8:44 PM IST, with coordinates pinpointing its epicenter at 37.20 degrees latitude and 141.00 longitude, and a depth of 68 […]

Knife-wielding woman unleashes terror on Tokyo train, multiple injured

Knife-wielding woman unleashes terror on Tokyo train, multiple injured

In a sensational turn of events, a knife-wielding woman has unleashed a violent stabbing spree on unsuspecting individuals aboard a train at Akihabara Station, in the heart of Tokyo. This alarming incident, which occurred on Wednesday, has left several people injured, according to media reports citing police authorities. Thankfully, none of the injuries are life-threatening. […]

Terrifying plane collision at Haneda airport in Japan – Chaos, flames, and heroic escapes

Terrifying plane collision at Haneda airport in Japan – Chaos, flames, and heroic escapes

In a shocking and unprecedented incident at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, a Japan Coast Guard aircraft collided with a Japan Airlines (JAL) passenger plane on the ground, resulting in a fiery disaster. This terrifying event occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, plunging the airport into chaos and fear. Tragic Loss of Lives: While all 379 […]

Anupam Rasayan India broadens horizon with new subsidiary in Tokyo, Japan

Anupam Rasayan India broadens horizon with new subsidiary in Tokyo, Japan

In a significant development, Anupam Rasayan India Limited has informed stakeholders about the formation of a new wholly-owned subsidiary named “Anupam Japan GK” in Tokyo, Japan. This move marks a pivotal expansion of the company’s global footprint, particularly in the dynamic chemical industry sector. Anupam Rasayan’s Global Expansion The establishment of Anupam Japan GK, registered […]

Shocking turn: Japan dumps radioactive water into Pacific, ignites global outrage

Shocking turn: Japan dumps radioactive water into Pacific, ignites global outrage

In a sensational and highly controversial move, Japan has started releasing treated radioactive water from the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the Pacific Ocean. Instantly, China responded with an immediate and comprehensive ban on all aquatic products from Japan. According to China’s customs bureau, the country is “highly concerned about the risk of […]