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India-Japan​‍​‌‍​‍‌ economic relations are often referred to as a model of stability and long-term focus, based on mutual trust and deep institutional ties. However, the reason behind this characterisation is a quietly evolving partnership. The bilateral engagement is being reshaped by sectoral diversification, renewable energy cooperation, digital industries, and growing strategic convergence. With changes in global supply chains and intensifying dynamics of the Indo-Pacific

The ancient traditions and transmission of Buddhism from Nalanda, India, to Nara, Japan What was once a journey of ancient traditions between Nalanda and Nara has today become the flow of skilled professionals between India and Japan. Much of what Japan cherishes today from Buddhist teachings to artistic traditions can be traced back to ancient journeys from India. Over the last decade, India and Japan have deepened their educational partnerships through student exchange prog

Steel has long been more than just an industrial material for India and Japan. It has acted as a quiet and enduring bridge between the two countries. Over time, it has evolved from a basic trade component into a strategic partnership centred on modernization, sustainability and global industry shifts. Long before the term "strategic partnership”, steel- both as a became common, steel- both as a product and a symbol- was helping lay the economic and technological basis of Indi

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

Mumbai is set to host the Japanese Cooking Contest 2025 on December 16 at the Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management, bringing together talented Indian chefs to showcase original Japanese dishes infused with Indian flavours. The vibrant food landscape of Mumbai is set to welcome a unique and much-anticipated culinary experience as the Japanese Cooking Contest 2025  arrives in the city on December 16, 2025 . Hosted at the Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management , this

New Delhi. December 2. 2025 Is humanity alone in the universe, or does life exist beyond Earth? India and Japan have come together to pursue these fundamental questions through one of the world’s most ambitious astronomy projects-the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT). This next-generation observatory- with its 30-meter primary mirror composed of 500 precisely aligned hexagonal segments- represents a technological leap in optical-infrared astronomy. With nanometer-level precision,

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

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

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

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

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

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