Nihon Hidankyo, the Japanese organization representing survivors of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. The group, which has long advocated for the abolition of nuclear weapons, works to raise awareness of the catastrophic humanitarian impacts of nuclear warfare. Founded in 1956, Nihon Hidankyo gives a voice to the "Hibakusha" (atomic bomb survivors), sharing their testimonies globally to push for disarmament and peace. Their Nobel recognition highlights decades of efforts to eliminate nuclear weapons and prevent future nuclear tragedies.

Nihon Hidankyo Wins Nobel Peace Prize: Japanese Group Representing Hiroshima and Nagasaki Survivors

Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese group of atomic bomb survivors, won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday (Oct 11), for their ‘efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons’.

All about Nihon Hidankyo group, Nobel Peace Prize winner for efforts to achieve world free of nuclear weapons

Japanese organisation Nihon Hidankyo, a grassroots movement of atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday, in a warning to countries who have nuclear weapons not to use them.

Japanese atomic bomb survivor group Nihon Hidankyo wins Nobel Peace Prize

On this day - in the early morning hours of august 6, 1945, the Enola Gay dropped an atomic bomb, codenamed "little boy," over Hiroshima. The human cost and ethical considerations surrounding the use of atomic bombs have been subject of extensive debate and reflection ever since.

Gravitas recall: Enola Gay dropped 'little boy' over Hiroshima

The US dropping an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan in August 1945 was an epochal moment for humanity. While the devastation from the blast is well-documented, scientists have now uncovered that the nuclear fallout may hold clues to our solar system's formation.

Debris from Hiroshima's nuclear fallout may hold clues to our solar system's genesis. Here's how

The G7 nations' Foreign ministers meet started in Tokyo from Nov 7. The Israel-Hamas war is expected to dominate the talks between the leaders. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Japan ahead of meetings with his Group of Seven (G7) counterparts in the capital.

G7 meet in Tokyo: Israel-Palestine war to dominate the talks | Blinken calls for unity amidst war

The US is building a massive nuclear bomb that will be 24 times more powerful than those dropped on Japan during the Second World War. According to the US Department of Defense, the Pentagon is seeking Congressional approval for the programme, aimed at building a “modern variant of the B61 nuclear gravity bomb, which will be designated the B61-13.

US building massive nuclear bomb 24 times stronger than one used in Japan

78 years have passed since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Listen to the horrific tales of the survivors of these two cities. What exactly happened in 1945 in Japan? Revisit the nuclear age with Oppenheimer -The father of the atomic bomb. Has the world learned any lessons? The risk of nuclear annihilation continues to haunt the world. Watch WION Wideangle.

What exactly happened in 1945 in Japan? | Revisit the nuclear age with Oppenheimer

Atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki: Lesser-known facts about the 1945 catastrophe

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida hit out at Russian threats to use nuclear weapons as the nation marked 78th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on Sunday (August 6).

On Hiroshima bombing anniversary, Japan decries Russian nuclear threat

In pics | Japan marks 78th anniversary of world's first atomic bomb attack in Hiroshima

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (May 28) addressed his 101st edition of "Mann ki Baat" — a radio programme that he routinely uses to communicate with the masses.

'It was an emotional...': PM Modi on his Hiroshima visit in 'Mann ki Baat' address

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will physically attend the Japan-hosted G7 conference in Hiroshima in person, Washington Post reported citing those acquainted with the planning.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to attend Japan-hosted G7 summit in person

The G7 Summit which was held in Hiroshima, Japan for 2023 has finally come to an end. The Japanese presidency of the G7 invited leaders from Australia, Brazil, the Comoros, the Cook Islands, India, Indonesia, Republic of Korea and Vietnam to take part in several working sessions during the summit.

Curtains close on 49th G7 Summit in Hiroshima

In an unusual display of open disagreement, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni on Friday took public potshots at each other.

Justin Trudeau and Giorgia Meloni spar publicly over LGBTQ rights at G7 summit

The Russian and Chinese sides did not take lightly the statements released at the G7 summit held in the Japanese city of Hiroshima. Moscow was the first to react, saying decisions at the G7 meet were aimed at the "double containment of Russia and China".

Russia, China come down heavily on G7 nations after grouping targets them in communique

The leaders of the Quad nations will meet on Saturday in Japan’s Hiroshima, according to the latest media reports. The meeting will take place on the sidelines of the G7 summit.

Quad summit to take place in Japan’s Hiroshima on the sidelines of G7 summit

United States President Joe Biden "looks forward" to holding talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Hiroshima, stated the White House on Saturday, confirming the meeting of the two leaders on the sidelines of the G7 summit.

G7 Summit: Biden ‘looks forward’ to meeting Ukraine’s Zelensky, says White House

On Saturday (May 20th) at the sidelines of the G7 summit in Hiroshima, the leaders of the United States, Japan, India, and Australia, collectively known as the Quad, held a meeting.

Quad summit: Leaders condemn North Korea for its 'destabilising ballistic missile launches'

Narendra Modi, the prime minister of India, is said to have taken part in a number of bilateral meetings and diplomatic events in Hiroshima. Volodymyr Zelensky, the president of Ukraine, was present at The Summit when the Indian leader met with him.

G7 Hiroshima Meet 2023: Prime Minister Narendra Modi represents India at Summit

World leaders, during the G7 Summit held in Hiroshima, Japan, on Saturday (May 20th) emphasised the urgent need to assess the impact of generative artificial intelligence (AI).

G7 leaders call for ‘responsible’ use of generative Artificial Intelligence, set up ‘Hiroshima Process’

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida met on the sidelines of the Group of Seven (G7) leaders' summit in Hiroshima, Japan, on Saturday (May 20).

PM Narendra Modi meets Japan's Kishida on sidelines of G7 in Hiroshima

On the margins of the G7 conference in Japan's Hiroshima, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The two presidents will meet face-to-face for the first time since the beginning of Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February of last year. They simply exchanged virtual words previously.

G7 Hiroshima Meet 2023 | Modi Tells Zelensky: An issue of humanity

G7 Hiroshima Meet 2023: PM Modi meets Ukraine Prez Zelensky for first time since Russian invasion

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