Magnitude 7 earthquake hits Japan's Kumamoto region, tsunami advisory issued

Jul 28, 2026

An earthquake of maximum seismic activity of 7 struck Japan on Tuesday, triggering a tsunami advisory for parts of Kumamoto Prefecture after the quake...

Heavy rains trigger mass evacuations in Japan's Kumamoto, 360000 evacuated

Jul 03, 2023

For safety purposes, evacuation orders have been released for almost 3,60,000 residents in the city of Kumamoto.

Japan uses cedar tree wood while preserving environment

Jul 30, 2021

Oguni [Japan], July 30 : Famous for its lush green Cedar forest, Oguni town is located in Kumamoto prefecture in southern Japan.

Kumamoto Masters Japan 2025: Lakshya Sen storms into semifinals

Nov 14, 2025

According to Olympics.com, Lakshya secured a win over former world champion Loh Kean Yew of Singapore, currently ranked world number nine, within two games...

EAM Jaishankar expresses solidarity with Japan following Kumamoto earthquake

Jul 28, 2026

"Deeply concerned at the news of the earthquake that struck Kumamoto prefecture in Japan. Express our solidarity and support to the Government and people...

Kumamoto Masters Japan: PV Sindhu advances to second round after beating Thailand's Busanan

Nov 13, 2024

Top India shuttler PV Sindhu on Wednesday moved to the pre-quarterfinals of the women's singles event at the ongoing Kumamoto Masters Japan 2024.