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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


PM Modi and PM Takaichi Strengthen Strategic Partnership and Indo-Pacific Cooperation at G20 Summit at Johannesburg
Johannesburg. November 23, 2025 On the sidelines of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, PM Modi and Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held their first in-person bilateral meeting on November 23. The discussion marked a new chapter in the India–Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership, with both leaders reaffirming their commitment to deeper cooperation in technology, security, and regional stability. Strengthening India–Japan Strategic Relations PM Modi congra
Nov 24, 20253 min read


Japan and India Unite to Empower Startups at ICONN NINJA Demo Day 2025
New Delhi. November 7, 2025 In yet another significant stride toward strengthening India–Japan collaboration, the JICA ICONN NINJA India Acceleration Program—organized by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) is set to host its much-awaited Demo Day for the 3rd Cohort. Scheduled for Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at T-Hub, Hyderaba d, the event promises to spotlight the synergy between Japanese corporat
Nov 7, 20252 min read


India-Japan Education Conclave “EDUCON 2025” Unveiled at BHU
Varanasi, India In a major step forward for India-Japan higher-education ties, Connect India Japan, in collaboration with Banaras Hindu University (BHU), has unveiled the India–Japan Education Conclave “EDUCON 2025”. This landmark event is strategically designed to deepen academic partnerships, boost student mobility, and drive innovation between the two nations. Vision: Forging Global Academic Synergy Set against the backdrop of increasing global emphasis on international
Nov 5, 20252 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


The Rising Sun, Mumbai: A New Dawn for India–Japan Collaboration
Mumbai. November 2, 2025 The Rising Sun Mumbai 2025 on November 19, 2025 at ICONIQA Hotel, Mumbai promises to illuminate a new chapter in India–Japan relations. This conclave will bring together visionaries, business leaders, innovators, and cultural icons from both nations to explore opportunities that will define the next era of collaboration. Set in India’s financial and creative capital, the event serves as a vibrant platform for strategic dialogue, economic partnerships,
Nov 2, 20253 min read


Japan Day at BITS Pilani: Building Global Careers through Innovation and Collaboration
Pilani. October 29 2025 The Placement Unit of BITS Pilani is set to host Japan Day on 30th October , an excellent pre-internship event connecting students directly with some of Japan’s leading companies. The initiative brings together top-tier Japanese corporates, research organizations, and start-ups under one roof, creating a powerful platform for BITSians to explore global career pathways. Exploring New Horizons: Why Japan? For aspiring engineers, technologists, and resea
Oct 29, 20253 min read


INS Sahyadri Strengthens India-Japan Naval Partnership at JAIMEX-25 in Yokosuka
Yokosuka, Japan October 23, 2025 The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri, an indigenously built Shivalik-class guided missile stealth frigate, showcased India’s growing maritime strength and self-reliance during the Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JAIMEX-25) held from October 16 to 18, followed by a Harbour Phase at Yokosuka, Japan, on October 21. R. Madhu Sudan, Chargé d’Affaires, Embassy of India in Tokyo, Japan and Rear Admiral YAMAGUCHI Nobohisa, Chief of Staff, JMSDF Yokosuk
Oct 23, 20252 min read


Rare Earths & Strategic Autonomy – A New Phase in India–Japan Cooperation
India and Japan’s partnership on critical minerals marks a new phase in strategic cooperation — linking supply-chain resilience, technology innovation, and Indo-Pacific energy security.
Oct 20, 20253 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


From Vision to Partnership: Tracing the Arc of India - Japan Relations from 2014 to 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visits to Japan first in August 2014 and recent visit in August 2025 mark a remarkable decade in the evolution of India–Japan relations. What began with the optimism of a newly elected leader eager to expand India’s global partnerships has matured into a phase of strategic consolidation. PM Modi's first visit to Japan in August 2014 was with the optimism of a newly elected leader eager to expand India’s global partnerships. Eleven years later,
Oct 19, 20253 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
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