August 29, 2025 4:57 PM

ISRO-JAXA space missions to foster collaboration between industries and startups: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) joint space missions with Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) will foster collaboration between industries and startups in both countries. In an interview with Japanese newspaper The Yomiuri Shimbun, the Prime Minister said the joint missions will also help deepen the understanding of the shadowed areas of the lunar south pole. “Our government-to-government collaboration in the space sector, betwe...

August 29, 2025 3:00 PM

PM Modi meets former Japanese PMs, discusses expanding bilateral ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met with the former Japanese PMs Yoshihide Suga and Fumio Kishida during his visit to Tokyo, and discussed several dimensions of cooperation between the two nations. PM Modi stated that discussions during the meeting focused on building closer cooperation between the countries. Yoshihide Suga served as the PM of Japan from 2020 to 2021, and Fumio Kishida's tenure as PM lasted from 2021 to 2024. Both leaders belong to the ruling Liberal-Democratic Party of ...

August 29, 2025 12:54 PM

Japan’s tech and India’s talent can herald a global revolution: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that Japan's technology, combined with India's talent, can drive a significant global tech revolution. During an Economic Forum meeting in Tokyo, Prime Minister Modi stated, “Japan is a technology powerhouse, while India is a talent powerhouse.” PM Modi, who is on an official visit to Japan, will participate in the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit with his Japanese counterpart, Shigeru Ishiba, on August 29 and 30. Reaffirming the importance of Jap...

August 29, 2025 10:14 AM

Indian professionals in Tokyo welcome PM Modi’s push for global partnerships

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome upon his arrival in Tokyo on Friday, with members of the Indian diaspora in the city expressing excitement and pride over the PM’s visit. From IT professionals to entrepreneurs, many believe PM Modi’s presence will strengthen bilateral ties, boost trade, and open new opportunities. PM Modi embarked on a significant diplomatic tour of Japan and China starting Thursday.   On August 29 and 30, PM Modi will participate in the 15th India-...

August 28, 2025 10:42 PM

PM Modi embarks on two-day visit to Japan for 15th India-Japan annual summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed from New Delhi on Thursday for a two-day official visit to Japan, from August 29 to 30, to attend the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit. This is his first standalone visit to Japan in nearly seven years. The visit comes at the invitation of Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. During the summit, the two leaders will review the entire spectrum of bilateral ties and discuss ways to take forward the “next phase” of the Special Strategic and Global Partners...

August 28, 2025 10:47 PM

PM Modi begins two-nation tour to Japan and China

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-day visit to Japan at the invitation of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba to attend the 15th Annual Summit.   During the visit, both sides will work on shaping the next phase of the Special Strategic and Global Partnership. Discussions will focus on expanding economic and investment ties and advancing cooperation in new and emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence and semiconductors. The visit will also provide an opportunity to st...