India
upGrad to Acquire Talentedge in Deal Worth At Least Rs 300 Crore
The deal could be valued between Rs 300 to Rs 400 crore. Talentedge is slated to do revenue of over Rs 130 crore this year and double its revenue in the coming year.
Mercury Rises Few Notches in Delhi; Minimum Temperature at 15 Degree Celsius
On Monday, the minimum temperature was recorded at 15 degrees Celsius, six notches above the season's normal, and the relative humidity stood at 92 per cent.
Defence Ties, 2+2 Dialogue: Here's What's on the Table as PM Modi Meets Putin Today Amid Close Watch by US
The meeting is touted to be of great significance as this is President Putin's only second work visit outside Russia since the onset of the pandemic.
Maharashtra Reports 7 More Omicron Cases, Rajasthan Detects 9; India's Tally of New Variant Rises to 21
The new cases in Rajasthan include 4 members of a family and their five acquaintances tested positive for Omicron variant.
India Does Balancing Act Between Russia and US as Putin Arrives on Short But Packed Visit Today
Several key agreements are likely to be signed between India and Russia during Putin’s visit, the crucial one being for the production of AK-203 rifles. The two countries will also hold their first 2+2 dialogue on December 6.
News 18 Afternoon Digest: Puducherry Makes Jab Compulsory as Omicron Triggers Alert; Footballers Walk Into Stadium Holding Homeless Puppies To Promote Adoption
Here are the top stories we are covering this afternoon: Don't Cancel Travel Plans Yet: As Omicron Threatens to Play Truant, Experts Say These Factors Are Key, Bomb Squad Summoned After Patient in UK Arrives with Artillery Shell Stuck in Rectum, Footballe...
CBSE Schools Could Soon Have 3 Days Online, 3 Days Offline Classes
While online classes will be held for three days, offline classes will be held for three days, however, students need to carry a consent letter from their parents for attending the physical classes.
INSACOG Denies Suggesting Covid-19 Booster Shots, Says Vaccine Decision Not Its Mandate
In its latest bulletin, INSACOG said its previous communication on Covid-19 booster doses was neither a “recommendation” nor a “suggestion”, and that more scientific experiments are needed to assess the impacts of boosters.
Govt Gives Final Approval to Rs 5,000 Cr AK 203 Rifles Deal Ahead of Putin's Visit
The mega deal is expected to be formally announced at a summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Delhi on Monday.
Govt Writes to 6 States Over Rising Weekly Positivity Rates, Deaths amid Omicron Threat
Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan on Saturday said all states have been advised to undertake enhanced surveillance of international travellers.
'Personal Decision': 10 Months Into Vaccine Drive, Maha Acting Chief Secy Gets 1st Covid Shot
The IAS officer took the vaccine chiefly in view of the upcoming winter session of the state Assembly, which is scheduled to start from December 22, a medical officer said.
Coronavirus India Tally: 8,603 Fresh Covid Cases, 415 Deaths; Active Infections Below 1 Lakh
The daily rise in coronavirus infections has been less than 50,000 for 160 consecutive days now.
Proud of Exemplary Contributions of Indian Navy: PM Modi
We are proud of the exemplary contributions of the Indian navy. Our navy is widely respected for its professionalism and outstanding courage says the Prime Minister.
Portugal's Interior Minister Quits After Series Of Scandals
Lisbon, Dec 3 (AP) Portugal's interior minister resigned Friday after a series of gaffes and missteps that could have made him a political liability for his centre-left Socialist Party ahead of elections for a new government on Jan. 30. Eduardo Cabrita...
NIA Moves SC Against Bombay HC Order Granting Default Bail to Activist Sudha Bharadwaj
The high court on December 1 had said in its order that Bharadwaj was entitled to bail and its denial would be in breach of her fundamental right to life and personal liberty.
13 Suspected Omicron Cases in Delhi, Says LNJP Hospital Director; 40-bed Ward Ready to Treat Patients
Delhi's largest hospital for Covid-19 treatment, LNJP hospital has created a special 40-bed ward to isolate those suspected of being infected with Omicron.