Japanese firms

India may become new global manufacturing hub as coronavirus crisis ends

Around one thousand international firms currently working in China are planning to make India their new destination. Similarly, about 300 companies have also made preparations to set up their units in India, and have already started their negotiations with the Indian government.

Apr 30, 2020, 00:06 AM IST

Digital gold fever grips Japan, bitcoin value skyrockets

People in Japan can now pay in restaurants and shops and also settle their utility bills using bitcoins, a digital currency that Tokyo legalised as a valid form of payment along with other digital monies.

Jun 02, 2017, 18:44 PM IST

Around 600 Japanese firms reportedly hit by malware

According to the Japan Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre, around 2,000 computers across 600 different companies were hit by the ransomware named "WannaCry".

May 15, 2017, 17:15 PM IST

Jaitley invites Japanese firms to manufacture in India

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has invited Japanese companies to set up manufacturing facilities in India to produce `rolling stock` for Metro rail projects.

May 07, 2017, 16:31 PM IST

Now, a 'smart' shirt to keep you fit!

The 'smart shirt' can be connected to a smartphone and provide data on the health of the person wearing it.

Feb 08, 2016, 17:39 PM IST