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Larger number of foreigners in China to get residency permits
The officials in China have said that the Chinese green cards help to attract talent from abroad, as well as improve the interaction of the country with the world. In 2012, a larger number of Chinese permanent residency permits were issued,...
Four guilty in Delhi gang-rape case sentenced to death
It has been nine months since the horrific gang rape and murder of the 23-year-old woman in Delhi, which triggered an outrage across India. The special court sentenced to death the four convicts in the case on September 13, 2013.
The sentence...
Tritium levels at Fukushima plant in Japan increase
The officials at the Fukushima nuclear plant said that they noticed increased readings of tritium in groundwater close to tanks which are holding hundreds of tons of contaminated water at the site. The Tokyo Electric Power Co. (TEPCO) said that...
Chinese government to launch clean air plan to reduce pollution
Pollution in China is increasing on a daily basis and because of this issue, a new action plan is being released by the state government on September 12, 2013. The residents of China – with the help of the new plan – will be able...
Tokyo airports to get more flights
The two main airports in the Tokyo metropolitan area are expected to get more departure and landing slots. The transport ministry of Japan said that the expansion will cover the expected growth in flight demand, after the country’s successful...
Delhi fast-track court to deliver sentence in Delhi gang rape case
The Delhi fast-track court is all set to declare the sentence in the infamous Delhi gang rape incident that took place on December 16, 2013. The court has so far dictated a 240-page judgement and is yet to announce the sentence for the accused.
The...
Tokyo governor criticizes media for Fukushima coverage
In recent times, Fukushima nuclear plant was at the center of the media attention, as there were constant news about the leak of toxic water from the plant. On September 6, 2013, the governor of Tokyo, Naoki Inose criticized the media for their...
Increase in airfares to affect travel demand during festive season in India
Due to the Indian rupee depreciation, travel companies in India are facing a hike in airfares, as the fuel prices have surged. Under these circumstances, travel companies are worried about the sentiments of consumers, who are already affected...
China introduces high-speed helicopters
The president of Aviation Industry Corporation of China. Lin Zuoming said that the country is developing helicopters which will have the capacity to fly twice the speeds of the current average. Lin said on September 5, 2013 that the aircraft...
Tornado in eastern Japan injures several dozen people
Eastern Japan was hit by a tornado on September 4, 2013. The tornado tore off roofs and shattered windows, as it has ripped through Koshigaya in eastern Japan, injuring several dozen people.
The TV footage of the area showed badly damaged...