Japan’s Sominsai Festival
Japan’s Sominsai Festival, typically held in mid-February at Kokusekiji Temple in Iwate Prefecture, is a profound winter purification event. It serves as a ritual to…
Countries and Regions
Greece Becomes First Orthodox-Majority Nation to Allow Same-Sex Marriage
Greece has made a historic step by becoming the first Orthodox-majority country to legalize same-sex marriage, a decision formalized on February 16, 2024. This change…
US Legislation to Boost Quad Collaboration
The recent US legislation to boost Quad collaboration aims to strengthen ties among the United States, India, Australia, and Japan. The focus of this collaboration…
H3 Rocket
The H3 rocket, developed by JAXA and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, is Japan’s latest advancement in space technology. Its development spanned over a decade, facing challenges…
UAE Launches New Generative AI Open-Source Foundation
The UAE’s Technology Innovation Institute has recently launched the Falcon Foundation, a groundbreaking initiative focused on developing open-source generative AI models. The Foundation, announced at…
Bharat Mart
Bharat Mart, set to open in Dubai by 2025, is an expansive warehousing facility initiated by India to enhance its trade presence in the Middle…
Japan Loses Spot
Japan has recently lost its position as the world’s third-largest economy, slipping to fourth place behind the United States, China, and now Germany. This shift…
Dzuds in Mongolia
Dzuds in Mongolia refer to a severe and unique weather phenomenon characterized by extremely cold winters with heavy snow and ice, hindering livestock from accessing…
Maia-Sultanganj Port Trial
The Maia-Sultanganj Port Trial is a key component of the Protocol on Inland Water Transit and Trade (PIWT&T) between India and Bangladesh, aimed at enhancing…
