Japan's child population declines for 45th straight year

IANS | May 4, 2026 8:06 PM

Tokyo, May 4 (IANS) Child population in Japan has reduced to an estimated 13.29 million as of April 1, showcasing a decline of 350,000 from a year earlier and marking a new record low, local media reported on Monday. The figure has declined for 45th consecutive year.

Ukrainian drones could fly over Moscow on May 9: Zelensky

IANS | May 4, 2026 6:54 PM

Yerevan, May 4 (IANS) Citing that the May 9 Victory Day parade in Moscow could be held without any military equipment this time around, Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky on Monday claimed that Russia is steadily weakening.