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China's securities regulator pledges to deepen reforms on STAR Market, ChiNext

China.dot.org | 2026-06-17, 13:09

SHANGHAI, June 17 (Xinhua) -- China's top securities regulator vowed on Wednesday to roll out a slate of reforms for the sci-tech innovation board, known as the STAR Market, and the ChiNext board, to better support the growth of new quality productive forces

China reports fewer fires this year, steps up flood rescue readiness

China.dot.org | 2026-06-17, 13:09

BEIJING, June 17 (Xinhua) -- China had received reports of some 452,000 fire incidents this year as of June 14, down 17.8 percent year on year, the National Fire and Rescue Administration said Wednesday. Fire and rescue teams across the

Ganja smuggling racket with international links busted in Anakapalli; 213 kg seized, five held

The Hindu | 2026-06-17, 13:07

The Superintendent of Police said the key accused had a 2022 drug conviction in Sri Lanka, was jailed there, and entered India illegally by sea after his release on bail ...

Veteran Kannada actor Doddanna files cyber complaint over fake death rumours

The Hindu | 2026-06-17, 13:07

The complaint comes after a social media account named “Public Friend” shared a post falsely claiming that the actor had passed away while offering condolences. ...

Hyderabad-based CtrlS secures ₹7,000 cr from Canada Pension Plan Investment Board

The Hindu | 2026-06-17, 13:07

CPP Investments will acquire a 8.2% stake in CtrlS for ₹4,000 crore as well as invest ₹3,000 crore in a new joint venture with the Hyderabad-based company to develop hyperscale data centre campuses across India ...

G7 Summit: Modi suggests global Skilled Mobility Partnership, Economic Corridor for Global South

The Hindu | 2026-06-17, 13:07

India and countries of the Global South has young talent while many societies were ageing, the Prime Minister said, as he called for a “Global Skills Partnership...

Punjab Govt delivers 437 government services at citizens' doorsteps

Zeenews | 2026-06-17, 13:07

The Punjab government has made 437 services available through its doorstep delivery platform. Citizens can access these services by calling the 1076 helpline, booking appointments through WhatsApp, using the online portal or visiting Sewa Kendras. ...

Technology empowers modern agriculture in China

China Daily | 2026-06-17, 13:05

The roar of combine harvesters echoes across the golden wheat fields of Jimo district in Qingdao,

Pingliang, where ancient wisdom meets modern wellness

China Daily | 2026-06-17, 13:05

The resonant tones of bronze gongs and singing bowls drifted through Kongtong Mountain in Pingliang, Northwest China's Gansu province, on June 15, inviting visitors into a moment of stillness amid the bustle of modern life. More than a

China's e-commerce, logistics companies prepare for annual online shopping festival

Xinhua | 2026-06-17, 13:04

A drone photo taken on June 15, 2026 shows staff members working at a parcel sorting line of an express company in Xinghua, east China's Jiangsu Province. E-commerce and logistics companies across China are busy selling, packaging and delivering goods in the

TMC leader Udayan Guha arrested in Kolkata's Phoolbagan

The Economic Times | 2026-06-17, 13:03

Former TMC MLA Udayan Guha was arrested in Kolkata,

China accelerates digital yuan push as 26 banks join new cross-border platform

South China Morning Post | 2026-06-17, 13:03

China has onboarded a first batch of 26 domestic and overseas financial

Asia-UAE freight shock squeezes Gulf importers

The Arabian Post | 2026-06-17, 12:56

Freight costs on key Asia-UAE routes have surged from about $1,000 to as much as $7,000 per container, intensifying pressure on importers, retailers, manufacturers and re-exporters that rely on Dubai and other UAE hubs for supplies moving across the Gulf,

Nolan brings Odyssey spotlight to Mumbai

The Arabian Post | 2026-06-17, 12:56

Christopher Nolan will bring The Odyssey to Mumbai in July with producer Emma Thomas and lead actors Matt Damon and Tom Holland, giving the filmmaker his first India premiere and placing the city on the film’s global launch route ahead of its worldwide release

China has new EV safety rules ready. The US needs to follow in its footsteps

Digital Trends | 2026-06-17, 12:56

China’s EV safety rules are about to make automakers prove their cars can fail safely, not merely warn people before trouble spreads. Starting July 1, 2026, two mandatory national standards will require stronger battery safeguards and a physical

NEET UG 2026: Hearing On Re-Test Challenge Pleas Deferred By Supreme Court

NDTV | 2026-06-17, 12:50

Supreme Court deferred to July hearing on a plea against NTA's nationwide NEET UG 2026 re-test, with candidates seeking a stay on the June 21 exam. ...

Cyber Criminals Like Parasites: Chief Justice Surya Kant While Denying Bail

NDTV | 2026-06-17, 12:50

"You (cyber criminals) are parasites. You take money from investors and dupe them. We have to be very harsh on cyber criminals," Justice Kant said. ...

Sanchita Ugale's Suicide Case: Actress Was Stressed, Undergoing Treatment

NDTV | 2026-06-17, 12:50

Known for TV shows like Kumkum Bhagya and Wagle Ki Duniya, Sanchita Ugale also appeared in films and OTT projects including Chhaava and Silence 2. ...

HD KSOE executives meet T.N. CM Vijay on proposed ₹38,000-crore shipbuilding project in Thoothukudi

The Hindu | 2026-06-17, 12:49

During the meeting, the Chief Minister assured the executives that the Tamil Nadu government would extend all necessary support to ensure the speedy execution of the project ...