-1768898372790_d.png "Asian markets decline as Trump threatens 10 percent European tariffs")
Asian shares mostly fell as markets reacted to Trump’s 10 percent tariff threat on eight European countries and a snap election in Japan, which pushed bond yields higher. Oil prices were flat, the US dollar weakened slightly, and investors await US inflation data and central bank updates
20 January,2026 04:45 PM IST | Tokyo | AP
Addressing a press conference, Takaichi said she intends to seek a fresh mandate from voters and has staked her continuation as PM on the election outcome. According to senior leaders of the ruling parties, the polling is expected to be held on February 8
19 January,2026 06:28 PM IST | Tokyo | mid-day online correspondent-1768811045433_d.png "Nematode-based cancer detection method deemed non-patentable in India")
The Delhi High Court has dismissed the appeal by Japan-based Hirotsu Bio Science Inc., upholding the rejection of its patent application for a “Cancer Detection Method Using Sense of Smell of Nematode.” The Court held that the method falls under non-patentable diagnostic processes as per Section 3(i) of the Patents Act, 1970.
19 January,2026 02:39 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
It’s a gesture that blends whimsy with wonder, and it is, undeniably, one of Tokyo’s most charmingly unexpected experiences
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