Newsletter | ArdorComm Media | 19 Sep 2024 | Volume 44
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has introduced a new deal value threshold (DVT) criterion for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) exceeding ₹2,000 crore, provided the target company has substantial business operations in India.
The conflict between Tamil Nadu and the Centre over the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 has escalated, with state Chief Minister MK Stalin and Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan engaging in a series of public exchanges.
The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice to the Centre, seeking its response to a petition calling for increased awareness of rape laws and women’s rights through school curriculums.
Farmers in Telangana are facing severe health challenges due to overexposure to pesticides, with many afflicted by respiratory diseases, skin irritations, asthma, and even chronic conditions such as Alzheimer’s and cancer, according to a recent study.
Junior doctors in England have accepted a 22.3% pay increase proposed by the government, officially ending a series of strikes that disrupted patient care over the past 18 months. The strikes were sparked by dissatisfaction with below-inflation wage increases since 2010 and the rising cost of living.
Arvind Kejriwal, leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has stepped down as the Chief Minister of Delhi, submitting his resignation to Lt Governor VK Saxena. Kejriwal’s decision came after recent political developments, and Atishi, a senior AAP leader and minister.
The Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, approved several landmark decisions during a meeting held on Monday. The meeting focused on the “Reforms 3.0” initiative,
Boston Scientific and Silk Road Medical are set to finalize their $1.26 billion merger in the “coming days,” following the expiration of the antitrust waiting period. Silk Road Medical, known for its stroke prevention devices.
Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Air France-KLM on acquiring a 19.9% non-controlling stake in Scandinavian Airlines (SAS AB), Scandinavia’s leading airline. The transaction, which follows regulatory approvals in Europe and the US.
Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (ZEEL) shareholders have approved a plan to raise ₹2,000 crore through various financial routes, including equity shares and qualified institutions placements (QIPs). The special resolution, which allows the company to issue securities.
Indian stand-up comedian and actor Vir Das has made history by being announced as the host for the 2024 International Emmy Awards, becoming the first Indian to take on this prestigious role.
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