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Japan Strengthens Its Presence in India’s Industrial Smart Cities: A New Phase of Co-Creation Begins
As India fast-tracks its rise as a global manufacturing and logistics hub, Japanese companies are deepening their presence in the country’s next-generation Industrial Smart Cities. With four smart cities completed and several more advancing rapidly under the NICDC programme, the India Japan partnership is entering a new phase where investment, technology, and co-creation converge. From Dholera SIR and AURIC to IITGN, Japan’s growing interest—supported by institutions like JOI
Dec 8, 20254 min read


Japan Comes Alive in Delhi This December with Konnichiwa Japan 2025
New Delhi is preparing to welcome one of its most exciting international cultural events as Konnichiwa Japan 2025 returns to Nexus Select CITYWALK, Saket , on December 13–14, 2025. Known for offering the most immersive Japanese cultural festival in Delhi, the event brings together traditional arts, anime culture, Japanese cuisine, fashion, business exhibitions, and dynamic live performances. Hokkaido is the partner prefecture for this activity, adding a special regional sp
Dec 1, 20253 min read


Konnichiwa Pune 2025: How a Cultural Festival Became a Platform for India–Japan Relations
Pune, November 25, 2025. Konnichiwa Pune 2025, organized by the Indo-Japan Business Council (IJBC), was far more than a cultural festival this year. The 7th edition transformed Kalagram , Pune Okayama friendship garden into a vibrant, living space where people came not merely for programmes, but for possibility. It became a powerful demonstration of how India–Japan relations are evolving beyond diplomatic conversations and entering a truly citizen-driven era. From the moment
Nov 25, 20253 min read


Konnichiwa Pune 2025: Celebrating 20 Years of Pune–Okayama Friendship Through Culture and Collaboration
Pune, November 2025 Pune will host the 7th Edition of “Konnichiwa Pune”, the flagship Indo–Japan cultural festival, marking a momentous milestone celebrating 20 years of the Pune–Okayama Sister City partnership. This landmark celebration reflects two decades of friendship, cultural exchange, and collaboration between India and Japan. Organized by the Indo-Japan Business Council (IJBC) in collaboration with the Consulate General of Japan in Mumbai and the Association of Frie
Nov 5, 20252 min read


Ambassador Nagma Mohamed Mallick Appointed as India’s Envoy to Japan: Strengthening India–Japan Relations and Women’s Leadership in Diplomacy
Ambassador Nagma Mohamed Mallick’s appointment as India’s envoy to Japan marks a milestone in India–Japan relations and highlights women’s growing leadership in global diplomacy.
Oct 20, 20254 min read


Japan Showcases AI Governance and Digital Innovation as Country Partner at India Mobile Congress 2025
New Delhi, October 2025 — Japan is set to make a strong statement on digital innovation and responsible technology as the Country...
Oct 6, 20252 min read


Shinichiro Imahori Bids Farewell After Three Impactful Years with JBIC in India
Shinichiro Imahori, Deputy Chief Representative JBIC India Looking back on his three years in India, Shinichiro Imahori shared how he...
Sep 30, 20252 min read


Kubota Unveils World’s First Driverless Hydrogen Fuel Cell Tractor at Expo 2025 Osaka. What It Means for India’s Agriculture
Osaka, Japan – At Expo 2025 Osaka, Japanese farm equipment leader Kubota Corporation introduced a global first: the driverless hydrogen...
Sep 27, 20253 min read


Prof. D. Sakthi Kumar Receives Japan’s 2025 Foreign Minister’s Commendation for Advancing India–Japan Science and Academic Ties
New Delhi / Tokyo, August 2025 Prof. D. Sakthi Kumar , Founder and Chairman of the Indian JSPS Alumni Association (IJAA) , has been...
Sep 3, 20253 min read


Nobel Laureate Dr. Akira Yoshino to Visit India, Strengthening India-Japan Science & Technology Partnership
New Delhi, September 1, 2025 In a landmark visit set to boost India-Japan science and technology cooperation, Nobel Laureate and...
Sep 1, 20252 min read


India-Japan JCM Agreement: A New Era of Climate Cooperation and Decarbonization
New Delhi/Tokyo, August 2025 . On August 7, 2025, ONO Keiichi, Ambassador of Japan to India, and Tanmay Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of...
Aug 30, 20252 min read


JICA Partners with Aavishkaar Fund to Strengthen Global Supply Chain Resilience in Africa and Asia
A leading impact investment group in India, Aavishkaar Group, expand its investments in Emerging Africa and Asia with JICA Aavishkaar...
Aug 26, 20253 min read
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