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Piyush Goyal concludes Japan visit, says strong interest by Japanese businesses for India, robotics investment deal takes shape

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday concluded his four-day visit to Japan, saying the trip generated strong interest among Japanese businesses and also produced early investment outcomes, including a potential robotics manufacturing investment in India.

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Why Trump’s hatred of the ICC threatens relations with a key US ally

Washington is running a campaign to ‘dismantle’ the international court to protect top Israeli officials like Benjamin Netanyahu from prosecution over alleged Gaza war crimes

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Who Was Yayoi Kusama? The Artist Behind Polka Dots, Nude Protests and a Letter to Nixon

The Japanese avant-garde artist turned childhood hallucinations into polka-dot paintings, pumpkins and immersive Infinity Mirror Rooms.

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Nismo Z Finally Gets A Manual, Nissan Launches Facelift In Japan

Nissan Fairlady Z Nismo finally pairs its twin-turbo V6 with a six-speed manual, launching in Japan with chassis tweaks and new tech.

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Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, famed for her polka dots, dies aged 97

From the 1950s to the 2020s, Kusama produced instantly recognisable giant polka-dot artworks and sculptures, and was recognised later on in her life as a global superstar in the art world.

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Yayoi Kusama Dead at 97: Inside the Trauma and Hallucinations That Inspired Her Famous Polka Dots

Yayoi Kusama, renowned for her polka-dot art, passed away at 97. Her work, rooted in childhood hallucinations and personal trauma, became a global artistic language of colour and emotion

International Business Times UK

Yayoi Kusama once sold 1,500 mirrored balls for $2 each at the 1966 Venice Biennale without an official invitation; decades later one of her artworks sold for $10.5 million

Yayoi Kusama: Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, whose death was reported on August 27, 2026, once sold 1,500 mirrored balls for about $2 each at the 1966 Venice Biennale despite having no official invitation. Decades later, her artworkUntitled (Nets)(1959)sold for $10.5 million in 2022, Reuters reported.

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Japan’s ‘polka dot queen’ Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

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Yayoi Kusama saw dots everywhere: Japanese artist returned from US in 1973, lived voluntarily in a psychiatric hospital from 1977 until her death

Yayoi Kusama life story: Yayoi Kusama, the acclaimed Japanese artist known for her iconic polka dots, pumpkins and Infinity Mirror Rooms, has died at 97. Kusama began experiencing vivid hallucinations as a child, including seeing dots and patterns across her surroundings, experiences that later became a defining influence on her…

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Yayoi Kusama Death Reason: Japanese avant-garde artist known for her iconic polka dots dies at 97, museum says she painted until her final days

Yayoi Kusama, the iconic Japanese artist known for her vibrant polka-dot paintings and immersive installations, has passed away at the remarkable age of ninety-seven. Since her relocation to New York in 1957, she became a pivotal figure in the experimental art movement. Despite challenging circumstances in Japan, Kusama flourished in…

The Economic Times

Yayoi Kusama: Who was the late Japanese artist known for turning hallucinations into art, polka dots, anti-war protests and provocative performances

Yayoi Kusama, the visionary artist renowned for her distinctive polka dot creations and immersive art experiences, has died at the age of 97. She was celebrated for transforming her lifelong experiences of hallucinations into a powerful form of artistic expression that resonated with audiences worldwide. Her multifaceted career spanned painting,…

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Japan’s Yayoi Kusama, global polka-dot art icon, dies at 97

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese contemporary art icon known for her polka dots, died on August 14 at a hospital in Tokyo, her studio said Thursday. She was 97.

The Times of India

Thailand, Japan or Australia? The travel destinations dividing Gen Z and Millennials

New research reveals a clear generational divide in travel, with Gen Z favouring affordable, trending destinations such as Thailand, Cambodia and Laos, while Millennials are opting for Australia, Japan and Greece.

Euronews

India-Japan trade could scale to USD 50 bn by 2030 as exports diversify: ASSOCHAM

India-Japan bilateral trade has the potential to rise to USD 50 billion by 2030 from USD 27.47 billion in 2025-26, with greater export diversification, an upgraded trade pact and deeper business engagement key to achieving the target, industry body ASSOCHAM said in a report.

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Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei reverses gains as Advantest shares drag

Japan’s Nikkei slipped 0.14% as Advantest and SoftBank declined, despite Nvidia’s strong AI outlook. The Topix gained 0.19% as investors rotated towards value stocks. Financial shares advanced, while Fujikura and Kioxia gained. Market sentiment remained cautious toward chip stocks following their sharp gains earlier this year.

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Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama died at the age of 97 on August 14 in Tokyo, her company said Thursday. The avant-garde artist known as the “polka dot queen” had channelled her hallucinations and traumas into her work over the course of a career spanning several decades.

The Guardian - UK

Japan killed 14,000 bears after a rise in deadly attacks on people – but will it work?

Bears killed 13 people in Japan last year, as a lack of forest foods increased conflicts. Yet some say the country’s controversial cull could threaten the endangered species

The Economic Times

Asian Games 2026 Cricket Full Schedule: Check match dates, timings, fixtures and India squads led by Shreyas Iyer and Harmanpreet Kaur

The schedules for cricket competitions at the Asian Games 2026, set to take place in Japan, have just been announced. India’s men’s and women’s teams, defending champions for both tournaments, will mark their participation soon. The women kick off their campaign on September 17, facing hosts Japan the following day,…

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The Independent UK

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, famous for polka dot motifs and oozy shapes on artwork, dies at 97

Kusama, one of Japan’s most respected contemporary artists, was widely exhibited around the world

The Conversation

‘The only method I have found that relieved my illness is to keep creating art’: remembering Yayoi Kusama

In the history of the National Gallery of Victoria, their most successful ticketed exhibition did not feature the work of Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet or Pablo Picasso. It was of the veteran Japanese artist, Yayoi Kusama, who has died aged 97.

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Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who became a global superstar, dies aged 97

From the 1950s to the 2020s, Kusama produced vivid paintings, sculptures and vast installations that often drew on her experience of hallucinations

The Times of India

Nuclear fallout to flowerbeds: Japan to reuse Fukushima’s nuclear cleanup soil in flowerbeds and public works before 2045 deadline

In a significant move, Japan is set to repurpose soil from the Fukushima cleanup at new government sites to effectively address the large quantities of contaminated material that have been stored for years. The initiative includes using this soil in flowerbeds at facilities located in Sendai and Saitama, aiming to…

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A Nearly $40 Million Reason to Buy Little-Known SuperX AI Stock

SuperX AI may be relatively unknown, but a nearly $40 million deal is positioning SUPX stock on investors’ radar. Here’s why it deserves a closer look.

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Dollar Supported by US Economic Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rose by +0.24% on Wednesday. The dollar moved higher on Wednesday due to signs of strength in the US economy after July personal spending and income rose more than expected and Q2 personal consumption was revised upward. Higher bond yields on Wednesday also strengthened the...

The Economic Times

Japanese textile firms, including Uniqlo, eye higher investment, sourcing from India: Goyal

Japanese textile firms, including Uniqlo, are considering expanding their investments in India. They also plan to source more products from India for their global markets. Minister Piyush Goyal met with Uniqlo's CEO to discuss retail and manufacturing collaborations. Indian businesses are showing interest in meeting Japan's high-quality material and sizing…

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