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King Charles to head 80th Victory over Japan commemorations

The King will be joined by his wife Queen Camilla, PM Keir Starmer, the Japanese ambassador & veterans for a National Service of Remembrance to pay tribute to those killed.

US to remove overlapping tariffs on Japanese goods, says Japan

Tokyo’s trade negotiator urged US officials to ensure a 15% levy on imports isn’t added to existing higher tariffs. Washington would amend order & refund excess duties, he said.

Hiroshima warns against nuclear weapons as it marks 80 years since atomic bomb

Thousands bowed their heads in prayer at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. US & Israeli delegates also attended the ceremony.

Japan ready to compile extra budget to offset U.S. tariff impact, says PM Ishiba

Following a major defeat in last month’s upper house polls, PM Ishiba’s coalition faces pressure from opposition parties to raise spending and slash Japan’s sales tax.

How Japan is boosting its disaster preparedness

As climate change continues to increase the frequency and intensity of natural disasters, Japan’s proactive approach offers a powerful model for building communities that are more resilient when disaster hits.

1 August, 2025: US imposes visa sanctions on Palestinian Authority officials & other world news of the day

ThePrint’s round-up of major news events from around the world.

Trade deal signed with Japan includes 15% tariff, says Trump

According to the US president, the deal involves $550 Bn in Japanese investments and expanded market access for American cars, rice, and other agricultural goods.

World news of the day: 21 July, 2025

ThePrint’s round-up of the major news events from around the world.

Japan heads to polls in key test for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba

With rising prices & immigration concerns threatening to weaken PM Shigeru Ishiba's grip on power, Japan's upper house election will be a tight contest.

South Korea, Japan, US conduct air drill, involving US strategic bomber for the first time

3 countries agree to maintain a strong deterrence against North Korea and strengthen cooperation in shipbuilding and critical minerals.

On Camera

SC’s stray dog order lit a match in Delhi. Are they a menace or companions?

The last time this matter flared up was when Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, in a very similar directive in April, called for the relocation of stray dogs in the capital.

Modi’s ‘Diwali bonanza’ for the common man—next-gen GST reforms, lower tax on daily-use items soon

Finance ministry says the proposed revamp will focus on structural reforms, rate rationalisation & ease of living, & will be deliberated upon in the coming weeks.

What is Project Sudarshan Chakra, announced by Modi from ramparts of Red Fort

The project is meant to be a ‘protective shield that will keep expanding’, the PM said. It is on the lines of the ‘Golden Dome’ announced by Trump, it is learnt.

War of IAF, PAF doctrines: As Pakistan obsesses over numbers, India embraces risk, wins

Now that both IAF and PAF have made formal claims of having shot down the other’s aircraft in the 87-hour war in May, we can ask a larger question: do such numbers really matter?