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Cheapest GR You Can Buy: Toyota’s Kart Fits In A Minivan

Gazoo Racing’s GR Kart targets kids and families with a ¥385,000 price, compact dimensions, and a clear gateway into Toyota’s GR performance world.

Motor1

Japan sends military helicopters to Indonesia to fight Borneo wildfires

This is the first known overseas firefighting mission by Japan’s SDF as toxic haze spreads across neighbouring countries

The Independent UK

Global Market: Japan Nikkei falls as oil tops $100, BOJ rate hike bets rise

Markets are also bracing for a series of key events, including US consumer price data due on Friday, the Federal Reserve's policy decision next Wednesday and the BOJ's monetary policy decision.

The Economic Times

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Asian Games 2026: CWG champion Asmita Dey sharpens Ne-Waza as she prepares for formidable Japanese challenge

In anticipation of the upcoming Asian Games, Asmita Dey, an Indian judoka, is sharpening her ground fighting techniques to face tough competitors from Japan. Inspired by the striking skills of Uta Abe, she is determined to excel. The confidence gained from winning gold at the Commonwealth Games has solidified her…

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japanese bond yields rise as oil surge, hawkish BOJ remarks lift rate hike bets

Japanese government bond yields rose as oil prices climbed amid Middle East tensions, while hawkish comments from a Bank of Japan official strengthened expectations of further rate hikes, adding pressure on bonds across maturities.

The Economic Times

iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max price in India vs US, Canada, Singapore, Dubai: Where is the new iPhone cheapest?

Where is iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Cheapest? Is The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are priced differently across major markets, with the US offering the lowest advertised starting prices among the countries compared. India remains one of the more expensive markets, while Canada,…

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After Bodh Gaya, the Buddha's Pilgrimage Story Lives On in Vaishali and Kesaria, Bihar

The City That Loved Him FirstVaishali loved the Buddha before the world had decided what to make of him. The Licchavis, the republic's ruling clan, whose democratic assembly system scholars still cite as one of antiquity's most organised, followed him in such numbers when he left for the last time…

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Bessent dares traders to bet against Yen: ‘I am the house now’

In a provocative statement, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has urged traders to reassess their approach to the Japanese yen, indicating that he has keen foresight regarding future directives from Japanese policymakers. His recent actions marked the first yen acquisitions by U.S. authorities in three decades, along with unexpected plans to…

The Economic Times

Global Market Today: Asian stocks to fall as oil stokes inflation fears

Equity-index futures for Japan, South Korea and Australia pointed lower after the S&P 500 Index fell 0.5%, led by industrial and consumer-discretionary shares. The Nasdaq 100 Index dropped 0.3% as Nvidia Corp., Amazon.com Inc. and Alphabet Inc. declined. Contracts for US stocks were little changed in early Asian trading.

The Economic Times

Dollar Recovers on Smaller Treasury Buyback and Higher T-Note Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) recovered from a 2.5-week low on Wednesday and finished up by +0.06%. The dollar found support on Wednesday after WTI crude oil surged +3 % to a 3.25-month high, boosting inflation expectations and potentially persuading the Fed to tighten monetary policy. Also, short covering emerged...

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Dollar Slips Before the Treasury’s Buyback Operation

The dollar index (DXY00 ) dropped to a 2.5-week low today and is down by -0.15%. The dollar is under pressure today ahead of an announcement from the US Treasury on the size of Thursday’s buyback of long-term US Treasuries, a bearish factor for the dollar. Also, strength in the...

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JDM Doesn't Actually Mean What You Think It Means

JDM is one of the most common terms in car culture, but its real meaning goes far beyond Japanese performance cars.

Motor1

Kabaddi’s toughest defence yet: Can India retain both men’s and women’s gold medals at Asian Games 2026?

India's kabaddi teams aim to retain their Asian Games gold medals in Japan. The men's squad features eight debutants, signaling a significant team transition. The women's team shows more continuity, defending a narrow title from 2022. Iran remains a major threat to the men's team's dominance. Chinese Taipei has emerged…

The Economic Times

Sable, Kujur, Jyothi in action at Indian Athletics Series finale ahead of Asian Games

In anticipation of the Asian Games, athletes will participate in the Indian Athletics Series Final, a significant event featuring a prize pot of Rs 65 lakh. Taking place this Thursday, it provides an invaluable opportunity for the predominantly 77-member Indian team to fine-tune their performances before heading to Japan for…

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Japan’s second city feels cooler than Tokyo thanks to this new opening

HOTELS: The youthful-feeling five-star Patina Osaka is bringing a serious injection of contemporary chic to the city, and firmly pushes Osaka into ‘must-visit’ territory, says Helen Coffey

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50 Black Cats Caught In Funny, Curious, And Unexpected Moments By Masayuki Oki

With Halloween approaching, black cats inevitably get pulled into the usual mix of witches, magic, and spooky stories. But behind all those superstitions, they’re still just cats, and Japanese photographer Masayuki Oki has spent years capturing exactly that.

The Times of India

Record Rainfall And Flooding: Nagoya assesses damage after top alerts; Games set to go ahead

Nagoya, a city in Japan in began assessing the damage from record rainfall on Wednesday after Japan’s highest-level flood warning for the Shonai River was lowered overnight and evacuation instructions were withdrawn. Nagoya City said the Disaster Relief Act had been applied across the city from September 8, opening the…

The Independent UK

This hotel will make you feel like you’re in the White Lotus (minus the murders)

HOTELS: One-of-a-kind experiences bring Japan’s historic city to guests at the latest opening from impeccable luxury brand Capella in Kyoto, finds Helen Coffey

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Global Market: Yen carry trade under pressure as currency surge raises unwind fears

Japan's yen has reached a seven-month high, impacting global financial markets. Investors are reassessing the yen carry trade strategy due to potential Bank of Japan rate increases. This strategy involves borrowing yen at low rates for higher-yield investments elsewhere. Annualized returns on dollar-yen trades have decreased significantly from previous years.…

The Independent UK

Asian Games venues and athletes unharmed by extensive flooding in Nagoya, Japan

The mayor of Nagoya says athletes who’ve arrived early for the Asian Games were unharmed by extensive flooding that hit the central Japanese city

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japan bond yields ease as yen strength tempers BOJ tightening bets

Japanese government bond yields at the short end fell as a stronger yen reduced expectations of aggressive Bank of Japan rate hikes. The two-year yield dropped to 1.835%, while the five-year yield declined to 2.22%. Longer-term yields were mixed as investors weighed currency movements, fiscal spending and future BOJ policy.

The Economic Times

Global Market: Nikkei gains as AI, semiconductor stocks lift Japanese shares

Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.43% to 65,549.88, supported by renewed optimism in AI, semiconductor and data-centre demand despite Middle East tensions and higher oil prices. Strong manufacturer confidence and gains in technology stocks boosted sentiment, while a stronger yen and expectations of Bank of Japan rate hikes limited broader market advances.

The Economic Times

India head to Asian Games seeking second straight hockey gold, Olympic berth

The Indian Men's Hockey Team has departed for Japan to compete in the Asian Games. They aim to defend their continental crown and secure direct Olympic Games qualification. The team seeks to improve upon their World Cup performance with a more consistent showing. Captain Harmanpreet Singh emphasized focusing on one…

The Economic Times

Yen stands tall as dollar wobbles, oil's run towards $100 chills sentiment

The Japanese yen marked a significant climb on Wednesday, nearing its highest level since February as oil prices soared toward $100 per barrel due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. This development has made the U.S. dollar vulnerable against key currencies. Market participants are keenly awaiting U.S. inflation data…

Times Life

Nalanda and Rajgir Travel Guide: Bihar's Ancient Buddhist University Ruins, Best Season and Getting Around

What You Are Actually Going To SeeNalanda's ruins stretch across roughly 14 hectares of excavated monasteries, lecture halls, and stupas, the physical remains of an institution that housed up to 10,000 students at its peak between the 5th and 12th centuries. The site was a functioning university for nearly 700…

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