FY 2021
January - March 2022 (PDF/1.30MB)
- First Orthotropic Steel Deck (OSD) Erected in Package 1 of JICA funded ‘The Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL) Bridge project
- The Contract for 237.1 km long Track package of Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project has been signed
- Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi celebrates inauguration of JICA's project on pollution abatement of Mula-Mutha rivers in Pune
- JICA, MoRTH hold final JCC meeting on capacity development project of highways in mountainous regions
- JICA, MoRTH sign agreement for capacity development for resilient mountainous highways in India
- Declaration of strategic partnership between Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and SBICAP Ventures Ltd (SVL) for private sector
- JICA signs grant agreement of 4 billion Yen (INR 250 crores approx.) with the Government of India for the ‘Project for the Improvement of Power Supply in Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- JICA extends ODA loan of INR 2942 crores for project to strengthen Assam's Health System
- JICA extends ODA Loan of INR 7517 crores for the Dedicated Freight Corridor Project (Phase 2) (III)
- JICA extends ODA Loan of INR 4710 crores for Chennai Metro Rail Project Phase 2 (II)
- JICA extends ODA loan of INR 680 crore for Tamil Nadu Biodiversity Conservation and Greening Project for Climate Change Response
- JICA extends ODA loan of INR 413 crores for the Uttarakhand Integrated Horticulture Development Project
- JICA extends ODA loan of INR 2391 crores for Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Project (Phase 3)
- JICA extends ODA Loan of INR 1492 crores to India for the North-East Road Network Connectivity Improvement Project (Phase 6)
- On International Education Day: JICA shares its plans to strengthen and upskill the Indian Youth and contribute to the collective wellbeing of the society
- On National Cleanliness Day, JICA marks one-year of the Achhi Aadat Campaign impacting more than 30 million beneficiaries in 15 states in India
- World Water Day 2022: JICA promises to deliver funding solutions to tackle groundwater depletion across India
- JICA commissions intervention research with PwC to further strengthen its commitment to gender equality in India
July - December 2021 (Issue51 (PDF/1.73MB))
- Opening Ceremony of the Varanasi International Cooperation and Convention Centre
- DMRC unveils JICA funded Trilokpuri section ensuring seamless travel in Delhi after conquering the obstacles during Covid-19
- Safety Management Seminar for JICA Supported Western Dedicated Freight Corridor Project
- DMRC unveils JICA funded Najafgarh-Dhansa Bus Stand extension after conquering the overwhelming obstacles faced during Covid-19
- JICA supported campus facility inaugurated at the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH)
- JICA announces to expand the focus of Achhi Aadat Campaign in Mumbai in partnership with MMRC, MMRDA and Yokohama city in Japan
- Driverless Metro Trains begin their journey in Delhi Metro's longest corridor with Japan's Support
- First Full Span Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Girder erected in a casting yard in Navsari, for Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project
- Inauguration of the Delhi Eastern Peripheral Expressway (EPE) Intelligent Transport System (ITS) Installation Project with Japan's Support
- JICA Experts' Demonstration and Training for portable track geometry measuring trolley under Technical Cooperation Project for Capacity Development on Railway Safety
- JICA signs a Record of Discussions for a Technical Cooperation Project at the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH)
- JICA signs loan agreement for women's financial inclusion in India
- Supporting Indian DX startups through investment in a Japanese VC fund (Private Sector Investment Finance)
- Signing of Record of Discussion for "Project for the Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable Diseases in Tamil Nadu"
- Supporting Indian SMEs engaged in solving social and environmental issues through investment in an impact investment fund (Private Sector Investment Finance)
- Mr. SAITO Mitsunori appointed as the new Chief Representative of Japan International Cooperation Agency India Office
- Hello Kitty sings for children in India to wash hands together
- JICA supports India for Capacity Development on Railway Safety
- JICA announces to disclose a video where Hello Kitty sings in Hindi as an edutainment gift to children on Diwali
- Japanese character Kumamon met His Excellency Ambassador of India to Japan, introducing his first Indo-Japan collaboration video
- Olympic Games Tokyo 2020: JICA communicates its contributions towards strengthening social development through promoting sports
- JICA congratulates India on 75 glorious years of Independence
- Zero Emissions Day: JICA Supports India to Meet its Environmental, Social and Economic Goals
- JICA Commemorates World Tourist Day by Investing in Infrastructure to Strengthen Tourism Experience in India
- JICA organizes contest on Global Handwashing Day to promote correct handwashing habits, under its ‘Achhi Aadat' Campaign
- On Global Handwashing Day, JICA India undertakes activities to increase awareness about hygiene and cleanliness
- JICA celebrates World Toilet Day
- JICA celebrates International Volunteer Day to strengthen people-to-people exchange between India and Japan
- National Energy Conservation Day: JICA supports India's efforts to achieve the targets set under the National Electricity Plan
January - June 2021 (Issue51 (PDF/1.28MB))
- Flag off ceremony for Western Dedicated Freight Corridor Project Supported by Japan
- India- Japan Joint Research Program for a modal shift of urban transportation towards a low carbon society through scientific traffic analysis
- JICA reiterated commitments for supporting the newly announced PM-ASBY scheme for strengthening India's public healthcare system
- Chennai Metro Phase 1 is now fully operational; Section of Washermanpet - Wimco Nagar (9.051km), supported by Japan, was flagged off
- Foundation stone laid for Dhubri-Phulbhari Bridge, India's longest river bridge, connecting Assam and Meghalaya demonstrating the cooperation between Japan and India, in development of the North East of India
- Foundation Stone laid for NH208 from Kailasahar to Khowai in Tripura demonstrating the Cooperation to Strengthen Connectivity in the Northeast Region and between India and Bangladesh
- Training & Certification service by Japan Railway Technical Service (JARTS) for Track construction work for Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project
- JICA Extends ODA Loan of INR 2,000 Crore for ‘The COVID-19 Crisis Response Support Loan for Social Protection'
- Signing of Loan Agreement for "Climate Change Management Project" in India
- JICA extends ODA Loan of INR 8,390 Cr for Phase IV of Delhi Metro Project
- JICA extends ODA loan of INR 3,272 Cr for sustainable and clean water supply in two districts of Rajasthan
- JICA extends ODA Loan of INR 3,717 Cr for developing 80 km metro under Namma Metro Phase 2 in Bengaluru
- JICA extends ODA loan of INR 807 Cr for promotion of agricultural productivity and increasing farmer's income in Himachal Pradesh
- JICA extends ODA Loan of INR 645 crore for developing the connectivity in Kolkata with India's first underwater tunnel
- JICA extends ODA Loan of INR 1,061 Cr for the Strengthening of North East Road Network Connectivity
- JICA Extends ODA Loan of INR 1,627 Cr to establish All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Madurai, Tamil Nadu
- JICA's note on COVID Emergency Assistance to India
- JICA undertakes PAN India study to understand the impact of COVID-19 on the Persons with Disabilities (PWDs)
- Special episodes of "Cells at Work", a popular Japanese Manga series has been launched to promote understanding of COVID-19 and its prevention, for Indian audiences/ Youth
- JICA celebrates the third International Day of Education 2021
- On National Cleanliness Day, JICA starts "Achhi Aadat (Good Habit) Campaign" to promote hand washing, nail cleaning and other hygiene practices
- International Women's Day 2021: JICA supports all-inclusive women growth through its agriculture, health, and forestry projects
- World Water Day 2021: JICA raises respect for the most valuable resource of earth
- On World Day for Safety and Health at Work, JICA commits to establish a stronger healthcare system at workplaces
- On International Day for Biological Diversity, JICA reveal its plan to develop a way of support for biodiversity conservation
- JICA shares commitment towards restoring the planet through energy efficient and sustainable solutions on World Environment Day
FY 2020
April - June 2020 (Issue49 (PDF/1.50MB))
- Launched "Farm to Family" initiative to support revenues for Andhra Pradesh's mango farmers amidst COVID-19
- "Connecting Farmers with Consumers" to bring fresh vegetables to families in Ranchi, amidst the pandemic
- Launched "SDGs Business Co-creation Lab - Tsunagaru Lab" to create a bridge between Japanese Companies and Indian Social Enterprises
- Celebrated the importance of International Cooperation to Care for Nature on World Environment Day
FY 2019
January - March 2020 (Issue48 (PDF/1.16MB))
- Signed 9 Loan Agreements with the Government of India to Strengthen India-Japan Relationship
- Signed a Loan Agreement to Support Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in India
- Signed a Loan Agreement to improve housing loan access for low-income households in India
- JICA Volunteers Deployed to Improve Rugby in India
- JICA Bolsters Mobility by Inaugurating Kolkata East West Metro Line 2
- Organized International Workshop on "Impact of Crop Diversification on Farmer's Income and Food Security"
- JICA Promotes Sustainable Forest Management by Enhancing Capacity of Forestry Sector Officials
- Supporting Capacity Development for Railway Safety in India
October - December 2019 (Issue47 (PDF/1.55MB))
- Promoting Efficient Transport Network by Inaugurating Delhi Metro's Grey Line (Line 9)
- Ensuring holistic Human Resource Development by hosting 8th "IIT-H-Japan Collaboration Academic Fair"
- Supporting Capacity Development for Indian Railway Safety
- Providing Solutions for Biodiversity Conservation and Human-Wildlife Conflict Resolution through Workshop in Sikkim
- Enabling Capacity Enhancement for Sustainable Agriculture & Irrigation in Mizoram
- Mentoring Young Leaders of India in Renewable Energy Development through Japan's Knowledge Co-Creation Program
- Promoting Holistic Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment of Pediatric Amblyopia through Workshop in Ahmedabad
July - September 2019 (Issue46 (PDF/920KB))
- Boosting Sewerage Treatment through Yamuna Action Plan Project (III)
- Congratulating all students on completion of Training on Advanced Mould in CIPET Lucknow and Wishing them Success in bringing change in the Manufacturing Sector
- Seven New JICA Volunteers Deployed to India for Sharing their Knowledge and Experience
- Promoting Capacity Development for Railway Safety by Visiting Rolling Stock Maintenance Facilities under Technical Cooperation Project
- Second Bamboo Workshop to Boost Production and Value Chain Management in North East States
- Dispatching JICA Experts for Railway Safety Management and Track Maintenance under Technical Cooperation Project
- Promoting Sustainable Forest Management with People's Participation and Technical Advancement
- Voice of JICA staff
April - June 2019 (Issue45 (PDF/1.75MB))
- Promoting Environmental Sustainability through Quality Solutions
- India- Japan Joint Research Program launched to Create Innovative Solution for Severe Traffic Congestion
- Japanese Companies Present their Special Technologies for Sewerage Treatment
- Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainable Environmental Development in India
- Supporting India for Capacity Development on Railway Safety
FY 2018
January - March 2019 (Issue44 (PDF/3.88MB))
- Strengthening Chennai's Transport Network by Inaugurating the Final Stretch of Phase- I of Chennai Metro Project
- New Metro system to enhance mobility in Ahmedabad
- Learning Innovative Approaches and New Techniques to Protect Forest Ecosystems
- Encouraging Efficient Distribution System for Agricultural yields at Inaugural Ceremony of Temperature Controlled Solar Powered Warehouse in West Bengal
- Ground-Breaking Ceremony of Campus Development Project of IIT Hyderabad
- Dispatching the 1st Group of JICA Experts for Technical Cooperation Project for Capacity Development on Railway Safety
- Inauguration of Project for Sustainable Catchment Forest Management Assures Continuous Improvement of Forests in Tripura
- International Women's Day: Taking Small Steps towards Bigger Change
- Award Ceremony for Posters Drawn by School Children on theme of "Mottainai"
October - December 2018 (Issue43 (PDF/3.72MB))
- Signed Loan Agreements to Strengthen India-Japan Relationship
- Enhanced Mobility by Inaugurating New Section of Delhi Metro's Pink Line (Line 7)
- Commenced Technical Cooperation Project for Capacity Development on Railway Safety
- Held the 7th Edition of the ‘IIT Hyderabad - Japan Collaboration Academic Fair'
- Inaugurated the Jharkhand Horticulture Intensification by Micro Drip Irrigation Project
- Inaugurated the Orissa Integrated Sanitation Improvement Project (Phase II)
- Extended Champions for Societal Manufacturing (CSM) Project till 2020
- Highlighted the Vision for Open Defecation Free India at World Toilet Summit 2018
- Voice of JICA Staff
June - September 2018 (Issue42 (PDF/5.59MB))
- JICA Is Committed to Improve Transportation, Signs Loan Agreement for High Speed Rail and Kolkata Metro Project
- JICA Promotes Ease of Travel by Inaugurating the Delhi Metro's Pink Line
- JICA Extended Technical Assistance for Capacity Development and Safety of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor
- The Project for Improvement of Himachal Pradesh Forest Ecosystems Management and Livelihoods Inaugurated
- JICA's Contribution Towards The World Class International Convention Centre In Varanasi
- JICA promotes tourism at Workshop on Ajanta-Ellora
- JICA shared their insights about Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor Operations at the DMIC Seminar
- JICA Experts Shared key Insights at the International Buddhist Conclave 2018 to Enhance Tourism at Buddhist Sites in India
- JICA Organizes 9th Project Directors Meeting of JICA-Assisted Forestry & Natural Resource Management Projects
- Children cherished Learning through Storytelling Session of JICA-Supported Mottainai Grandma Picture Book in New Delhi
- JICA Celebrated 12th Anniversary of VLFM / CSM Learning Convention in Mumbai
- India-Sri Lanka Youth Rugby Friendship Match between teams led by JICA Volunteers, held in Odisha
- Mr. Katsuo Matsumoto joins as the new Chief Representative of JICA India
- Introducing JICA Staff
April - May 2018 (Issue41 (PDF/4.13MB))
- JICA Shared Insights on Solid Waste Management at the 8th Regional 3R Forum, Indore
- JICA Shared Best Practices to Enhance Forest Ecosystems at the 10th Annual Forestry Workshop
- The First National Level Workshop for Agriculture Projects Supported by JICA in India
- Promoting Excellence in Healthcare Sector in Tamil Nadu through JICA's Cooperation
- JICA India Chief Highlighted Japanese Contribution at the North-East Development Conclave
- JICA India Chief Addressed "India- Japan Ties" at the Ahmedabad Management Association
- Japanese Technology for Rainwater Harvesting Using Plastic Underground Storage Facilities
- Safe Water Distribution started in Nagaur, Rajasthan with JICA's Support
- JICA Facilitated Delhi Metro Tour for the Japanese Parliament Delegation
- JICA Congratulates Mr. Vineet Sarin for Receiving ‘Star Alumni Award' from his Alma Mater for his Contribution towards ‘Environment & Social Sector - Development Banking'
FY 2017
July - September 2017 (Issue38 (PDF/6.08MB))
- JICA Extends its Cooperation to Strengthem India- Japan Relationship
- JICA's Cooperation Leads to Efficient Sewerage Treatment for One- Third of Bengaluru Population
- JICA's Cooperation towards Mizoram is Actively in Progress
- JICA is Actively Participating in the Dialouge for Noth-East States of India
- Project Directors Meeting for Government Officials of Forestry and Natural Resources Management Projecrs Organised by JICA
- Informative Academic Fair: Broadening the Career Horizon with "Master of Public Policy"
- JICA Flagged off its First Extensive Program in India to Support Urban Healthcare in 17 Cities of Tamil Nadu
- First SCADA System with Water- Controlled Valves for Equitable Water Distribution Commenced in Delhi
- Knowledge Sharing: 'On the Job Training (OJT)' for JICA Peru Officers in India
April - June 2017 (Issue37 (PDF/4.68MB))
- Inauguration of JICA's Cooperation to Odisha Forestry Sector Development Project (Phase 2) for Strengthening Livelihood Activities for Brighter Future
- Strides in Public Health and Environment: JICA Lends Support for Enhancing Sewerage Treatment Capacity in Bengaluru
- JICA Boosts Urban Mobility in Bengaluru through Completion of Entire Stretch of Namma Metro
- JICA Promotes Smoother Travel and Boosts Prosperity through Chennai Metro Project (Phase 1) Underground Section Inauguration
- 52nd Annual Meeting of African Development Bank -2017, Gandhinagar
- JICA's Exceptional Work Showcased at FICCI's Smart Railways Conclave
- JICA India Office Relocated to Hindustan Times House, K.G Marg, New Delhi
FY 2016
January - March 2017 (Issue36 (PDF/10.59MB))
- JICA's Success Stories on Enhancing Environmental Conditions and Strenghening Livelihood Activities SHowcased at Annual Workshop on Sector Projects
- JICA Supports Doubled Soybean Production and Raised Economic Development of Frmersin Madhya Pradesh
- JICA Pomoted Intensive Discussions on the Issue of Air Pollution: Effects and Challenges for Better Air
- A Two Day Seminar Showcased JICA's Acheivement in Reducation of Non-Revenue Water (NRW) Jaipur
- JICA's Chief Economist Successively Arrived at India: Making a Presentation at Workshop on Quality Infrastructure (CPR), and Paneling in The Growth Net Summit 5.0 (CII)
- JICA in Association with the Confideration of India Industry (CII) Celebrated 10 Years of Visionary Leaders for Manufacturing (VLFM)/ Champions for Societal Manufacturing (CSM) Towards "Make in India"
- JICA Discusses its Role towards Sustainable Development in the 7th ICRIER-PRI Workshop
- Taisei Kougyou, a Japanese Firm, Held an "Environmentally Freindly Toilet Waste Water Treatment System" Seminar Supported by JICA
October - December 2016 (Issue35 (PDF/6.55MB))
- JICA's President Visits India to Strengthen the Special Cooperative Relationship between India and Japan
- JICA Promotes Smooth Implementation of The Mumbai- Ahmedabad High Speed Railway Project - Signed the Memorandum for General Consultancy
- JICA Assists Capacity Enhancement for Sustainable Agriculture and Irrigation Development in Mizoram
- JICA Announced Scholarships to Study in Japan for IIT Hyderabad Graduates
- KODANSHA Conducted Story-Telling Sessions Supported by JICA at Asha Deep Foundation
- JICA Assisted Kolkata's Global Award on Solid Waste Management
July - September 2016 (Issue34 (PDF/4.94MB))
- JICA Extends Technical Assistance for the Phase II Project for Crop Diversification in Himachal Pradesh and Slope Disaster Mitigation Component in Uttarakhand.
- Inauguration of Outer Ring Road and part of Corridor 1 of Chenai Metro.
- DMICDC Organised Workshop to Enhance Trade betwen Japan and India.
- JICA organised a Forestry Project Directors Meeting for Government Officials of Forestry and Natural Resource Management Projects in India.
- Tri-partite Review Meting of JICA ODA Projects Organised by DEA.
- JICA's SMEs Survey Mission to India for Strengthening Private Sector Partnership Activities.
- JICA along with AMA Organised Japanese Business Culture and Communication Seminar in Ahmedabad.
April - June 2016 (Issue33 (PDF/3.28MB))
- JICA's President Expresses His DeepestCondolences for Bangladesh Attack
- JICA and Delhi Public School, Greater Noida Organized Japanese Language Camp in Collaboration with JICA Volunteers.
- Much Awaited East-West Corridor (Purple Line) of Bangalore Metro Inaugurated with Comprehensive Assistance from JICA.
- Japanese Actress Visits JICA Assisted Projects in India.
- JICA Assisted Verification Survey for Disseminating Japanese Technologies for Harvesting to Increase Yield in Punjab.
FY 2015
January - March 2016 (Issue32 (PDF/665KB))
- JICA Extends Financial Assistance to Enhance Key Projects across India
- JICA Shares Key Insights on Industrial Corridors and Societal Manufacturing during ‘Make in India' week
- JICA Re-Emphasises Focus on Sustainable Forest Management and Community Development Activities On Occasion of 8th Annual Workshop
- JICA Transform's Ahmedabad Public Transit System by Assisting its First Ever Metro Train
- JICA's Assistance to Mitigate Pollution of Mula, Mutha and Mula-Mutha Rivers and Improve the Living Environment in Pune
- JICA Assisted Feasibility Survey for Pre-Cast Concrete Products to Accelerate Social Infrastructure Development in India
October - December 2015 (Issue31 (PDF/443KB))
- JICA Vice – President Irigaki's India Visit Reiterates JICA's support for Delhi Metro and Delhi Jal Board.
- JICA Vice-President Hidetoshi Irigaki's India Visit.
- Seminar on environmental solutions for Varanasi.
- Academic Fair at IIT Hyderabad.
- Imperial Decoration for Dr. Sarita Nagpal, Principal Advisor, CII for her contribution to VLFM project.
- JICA's assistance to Transport Sector.
- Knowledge Co-Creation Program.
July - September 2015 (Issue30 (PDF/465KB))
- Integrated Master Plan for Chennai-Bengaluru Industrial Corridor Region.
- JICA's Assistance to Forest resource Management in India: A Cross Section of Projects.
- Knowledge Exchange Seminar on Sanitation Facilities.
- Workshop on Recycling Municipal Wastewater for Non-Potable Use.
- Takema Sakamoto, the new Chief Representative of JICA India.
April - June 2015 (Issue29 (PDF/5.21MB))
- JICA extends financial assistance to augment power transmission in Odisha.
- Forestry Workshops spread best practices.
- Workshop on Operations and Maintenance of a Water Supply System.
- Groundbreaking for news building of Children's Hospital, Chennai.
- National Symposium on Excellence in Training awards JICA assisted forestry project.
- Chennai Metro's first line opens.
FY 2014
January - March 2015 (Issue28 (PDF/266KB))
- JICA extends financial assistance to enhance irrigation in Odisha and develop sewerage system in Guwahati.
- JICA's assistance to the agriculture sector in India: a cross- section of projects.
- Hon'ble CM of Kerala inaugurated Kozhikode Water Supply Scheme, developed under JICA assisted Kerala Water Supply Project.
- IITH co-organized an international symposium on Digital Fabrication.
- Technology driven strawberry cultivation to raise rural incomes.
October - December 2014 (Issue27 (PDF/1.94MB))
- JICA President Tanaka's India visit reiterates India's position as one of Japan's largest partners.
- JICA's assistance to the water & sanitation sector in India: a cross - section of projects.
- International seminar on developing efficient coal based thermal power
- Workshop on innovative sewage- treatment technology
- Yamuna Action Plan
July - September 2014 (Issue26 (PDF/547KB))
- JICA supports projects to enhance energy availability across India
- Outcomes of previous JICA assistance to SIDBI
- Outcomes of previous JICA assistance to IREDA
- Research meet at IIT Hyderabad
- Academic Fair at IIT Hyderabad
- Electrifying rural areas
- Kerala Water Supply project benefits 32 lakh across 5 towns & 13 Panchayats
April - June 2014 (Issue25 (PDF/799KB))
- JICA supports project to improve drinking water supply in Agra
- JICA organizing sessions to help recycle/reuse municipal waste water
- Reducing non-revenue water in Jaipur, Goa and Delhi
- Delhi Metro Phase 3 gets funds boost
- Financial aid to help Haryana to beat power crisis
- JICA supports Uttrakhand Forest Management Project
- Kolkata Solid Waste Management Improvement Project completes 7 years
FY 2013
January - March 2014 (Issue24 (PDF/894KB))
- Japanese prime Minister reiterated Japan's Support to India
- Data Collection Survey on Cross Border Connectivity
- Seminar on Transport Infrastructure Development for regional Connectivity
- Renovation of Children's Hospital, Chennai
- Workshop on Non-Revenue Water
- Bangalore Metro Project
- Inauguration of Advance water treatment Plant, Agra
- Workshop on Sustaining Forests & Livelihood Through Joint Forest Management Golden jubilee for JALMA Centre Para Judo Championship
- Interview with Mr. Yasuhisa Tanaka, Forestry Expert, Technical Cooperation Project
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