24 Dec 2015

Government hikes tatkal booking charges by 33%

The government announced a 33% hike on the booking charges for railway's tatkal tickets.

Greece recognises same-sex civil partnerships

The Greek Parliament adopted a landmark bill that recognizes same-sex civil partnerships, in a victory for LGBT groups and civil rights activists.

British Muslims barred on LA flight: Matter with Cameron's office

British Prime Minister David Cameron's office announced that it was examining the case where a family of 11 British Muslims were denied permission to board a flight for Los Angeles from London to visit Disneyland.

Rajya Sabha at 46% efficiency in winter session

The Rajya Sabha clocked an abysmal 46% efficiency during the winter Session of 2015.

Hello Kitty security loophole fixed

Sanrio, owner of popular character Hello Kitty, said that it has fixed the security loophole in its website SanrioTown.com after researcher Chris Vickrey uncovered a leak in its database.

23 Dec 2015

Wipro to acquire Viteos group for $130 mn

Wipro announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Viteos Group, a BPaaS provider for the Alternative Investment Management Industry for a purchase consideration of $130 million.

Brunei bans Christmas

The Sultan of Brunei has imposed a ban on public celebrations of Christmas in the tiny, oil-rich Monarchy.

Sikhs protest over youth's death at Police's hands

The Sikhs took to the streets in Telangana protesting against the shooting of a Sikh techie by the local police.

Modi in Moscow to revive Indo-Russian ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will reach Moscow today to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin and take part in the 16th annual Indo-Russia summit.