Tsunami warning issued after 7.1-magnitude earthquake near Japan

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A recent 7.1-magnitude earthquake near Japan has raised concerns of a potential 9.1-magnitude quake, which could generate 33-foot waves, kill 320,000 people, and displace 9.5 million. Economic losses may reach ₹125 lakh crore, impacting key manufacturing regions that account for 70% of Japan's output. Over 100 towns could be affected by a resulting tsunami, with significant implications for the global supply chain.


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