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Japan Earthquake: 6.8 Magnitude Quake Collapses Buildings in Kumamoto
NYT > World News·Wednesday, 29 July 2026
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Japan's southwestern Kumamoto prefecture, causing building collapses and fires. Emergency workers are racing to rescue people trapped in rubble. A tsunami warning was also issued.
Why It Matters
Japan is a major global economic player and a key technology partner for India — a disaster of this scale has ripple effects on supply chains and regional stability.
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