RUSSIAN NAVY VESSELS SAILED THROUGH JAPAN'S STRAIT.

TOKYO, Aug. 22 -- Joint Staff issued the following press release: At around 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 20, 2025, JMSDF spotted the following three RFN vessels sailing northeastward in the waters approximately 120 km southwest of Tsushima Island. Improved Kilo-class SS 1 Steregushchiy-class FFG 1 (hull number 335) Baklazhan-class ATS1 The RFN vessels continued to sail northeastward through Tsushima Strait into the Sea of Japan from August 20 to 21. These are the same vessels that sailed sout...


Tireless efforts by Archery Association of India ensure Indian archers reach World Youth Championships despite flight cancellations

India, Aug. 22 -- The Indian archery contingent faced an unexpected challenge ahead of the World Archery Youth Championships in Winnipeg, Canada, when sudden flight cancellations by Air Canada left athletes stranded and at risk of missing the event.What could have been a devastating setback was turned around through the tireless, coordinated efforts of the Archery Association of India (AAI), which worked relentlessly to protect the aspirations of its young athletes.A multi-solution approach was ...


THE FIFTH HIDEYO NOGUCHI AFRICA PRIZE PRESENTATION CEREMONY

TOKYO, Aug. 22 -- Prime Minister and His Cabinet issued the following highlight: On August 22, 2025, in the gracious presence of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan, Prime Minister Ishiba attended the Fifth Hideyo Noguchi Africa Prize Presentation Ceremony in Tokyo. Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....


ADDRESS BY PM ISHIBA AT THE CLOSING CEREMONY OF TICAD 9

TOKYO, Aug. 22 -- Prime Minister and His Cabinet issued the following highlight: Your Excellencies, Presidents, Prime Ministers, distinguished Cabinet Ministers, distinguished heads of international organizations, ladies and gentlemen. This year marks the 32nd anniversary of the launch of TICAD in 1993. Over the past 30 years, the world has undergone dramatic changes. In the 1990s, Japan accounted for around 17% of global GDP, whereas now it accounts for just over 4%. The 1990s were a difficu...


TICAD 9 -DAY 3-

TOKYO, Aug. 22 -- Prime Minister and His Cabinet issued the following highlight: On August 22, 2025, Prime Minister Ishiba attended the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9), held in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Prime Minister Ishiba held meetings with H.E. Mr. Daniel Francisco CHAPO, President of the Republic of Mozambique; H.E. Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister of the Arab Republic of Egypt; Rt. Hon. Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare, Prime Minister of the Re...


Aawas Yojana Taps Ankit Sharma to Strengthen Fintech-Powered Housing Access; 3.5 Lakh Jobs & Rs.25,000 Crore NRI Investment Projected by 2030

India, Aug. 22 -- Dehradun, India - August 22, 2025 - Ankit Sharma will lead 2,500+ awareness drives to empower 1.5 crore citizens by 2027, while building diaspora platforms projected to channel Rs.25,000 crore NRI housing investments by 2030Aawas Yojana has appointed Mr. Ankit Sharma as Director - International Community Engagement & Public Confidence, advancing its mission to strengthen citizen trust in India while engaging international communities for housing growth.Indian Goals: Building Ci...


The Local Business Discovery Crisis: Why India Needs a New Kind of Platform

India, Aug. 22 -- In India, small businesses are everywhere - the corner mechanic, the neighbourhood caterer, the tuition teacher next door. Together, they power the bulk of our economy. Yet when it comes to being discovered in the digital age, they are often left stranded.Traditional directories like JustDial once promised visibility, but their relevance is fading. Revenues have swung dramatically in recent years, margins have been volatile, and their pay-per-lead model feels increasingly misma...


Sholay Posters Take Centre Stage as deRivaz & Ives Auctions India's Cultural Treasures

India, Aug. 22 -- Fifty years after Jai, Veeru and Gabbar first thundered across the big screen, Ramesh Sippy's Sholay is back in the spotlight - this time at the auction block. In a landmark online auction on 22-23 August, deRivaz & Ives will offer global fans the chance to own two rare Sholay posters, including a colossal six-sheet re-release design by C. Mohan, as part of its first-of-its-kind sale combining vintage advertisements, fine arts, rare books, and cinema publicity material.The film...


Devang Jain: Redefining Events, Hospitality, and Experiences

India, Aug. 22 -- A Visionary EntrepreneurThe fast-paced and ever-changing nature of the business world has made the name Devang Jain synonymous with innovation and leadership. A Jaipur-based entrepreneur, Devang has successfully positioned himself among the best wedding planners in India. With multiple ventures spanning events, hospitality, and lifestyle services, his journey is not just about building companies-it's about creating experiences that people cherish for a lifetime.Businesses with ...


Organization for Small & Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation, JAPAN - Tokyo Issues Procurement Notice for Construction and operation of learning management systems, 1 set

Tokyo, Aug. 22 -- Organization for Small & Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation, JAPAN - Tokyo has issued a Notice of Procurement (Goods & Services) on Aug 21, 2025. Here are other related details: Classification: 0027 Computer Services 0071 Computer & Related Services Summary: ⑴ Official in charge of disbursement of the procuring entity : Minoru Goto, General Manager, Financial Management&Accounting Department, Organization for Small&Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation, J...