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UN labour organisation sets first global gig work standards
U.S. representative Lorenzo Riboni told delegates the U.S. did not support a prescriptive binding convention in fast-evolving areas of the economy.
SEBI proposes uniform pricing mechanism for illiquid stocks across exchanges
India’s market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), on Thursday proposed a new mechanism to prevent the same stock from trading at significantly different prices across exchanges. The move is aimed at improving price discovery and liquidity, particularly in thinly traded shares. In a consultation paper, SEBI said that when a stock [...]

In a world of conflict, resilience is the new growth strategy
The global economy is pivoting from an efficiency-driven model to a resilience-driven one. Discover how rising supply chain disruptions, energy security risks, and strategic alignments are positioning India as a stable investment hub.
Top US diplomat summoned again as anger mounts over vessel attacks; govt says use of lethal force against civilian shipping unacceptable
The summoning, again as opposed to the last time, took place in full public glare with the media allowed to film his arrival at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Deputy chief of mission Meeks is officiating as charge d’affaires in the absence of ambassador Sergio Gor, who is on a visit to Central Asia.

Pirie strikes serious tone at mining expo
Minister of northern economic development gives 'disturbing and enlightening' trade show speech

Thailand remains a top draw as 87 airlines seek more winter flight slots
PATTAYA, Thailand – Thailand’s aviation industry received a major vote of confidence this week as 87 international airlines sought additional flight slots, increased frequencies, and new routes to the Kingdom during the 158th IATA Slot Conference (SC158), held in Bangkok from June 9-11. The conference, organized by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), is one [...]

West Asia Crisis: Iran says no final decision on proposed agreement with US
WEB DESK Diplomatic efforts to stop the fighting in West Asia remain on shaky ground today, after Iran announced that it has not made any final decision on a proposed agreement with the United States. That statement directly contradicts U.S. President Donald Trump, who earlier suggested a breakthrough was just days away. Iran’s Foreign Ministry [...]
Parandur airport crucial for State to achieve $1.5 trillion economy: experts
Experts emphasize the urgent need for Parandur airport to enhance Chennai's connectivity and support Tamil Nadu's $1.5 trillion economy goal.
India made major strides in infra, connectivity, manufacturing under Modi govt: Rijiju
ITANAGAR, 12 Jun: Union minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday said India has undergone a remarkable transformation under the Modi government, with the nation making major strides in infrastructure, connectivity, welfare, manufacturing and national security in the last 12 years. Addressing reporters at a party office here, the union minister for minority affairs and parliamentary affairs [...]
Retail inflation edges up to 3.9% in May
Economists expect price pressures to intensify further in June, driven by the continued pass-through of earlier increases in transport and cooking fuel costs amid continued supply disruptions due to the West Asia conflict.