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Maharashtra Health Minister Rajesh Tope on December 8, briefed media over Covid-19's Omicron situation. "Transmissibility is higher. But the severity or virulence is low. So we do not need to panic," said Tope. Furthermore, Tope said that there are 10 Omicron cases in Maharashtra at present. He also assured strict surveillance at Mumbai airports, screening domestic and international passengers. "We are working with the 3T principle," he added.

Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari reached the chopper crash site near Coonoor in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu on December 9, along with DGP C Sylendra Babu. In the Mi-17V5 helicopter crash, 13 people including Chief of Defense Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat and his wife Madhulika Rawat lost their lives on December 8. An order has been given by IAF for inquiry in the case.  

Internet is full of surprising videos, this time a bride named Mudra Bhagat is going viral on Instagram for demanding to complete her marriage ritual in ripped jeans. The video shows she's wearing her wedding dress and accessories with a pair of jeans instead of a lehenga. ''Meroko Lehenga nahi penhna, mujhe aise hi jaana hai,'' she… read-more

Healthcare startup Pristyn, gained funding from giant companies across the globe. The company for its shares generated $85 million (Rs 635.41 crores) with issuance of 1,266 shares (Rs 50 face value) and 106 equity shares (Re 1 face value). With new findings, Pristyn's face value is $1.3 billion, making it a member of Coveted Unicorn Club. It is also the 42nd unicorn company in December, 2021, in India.

The Rajya Sabha, on December 8, approved the "Dam Safety Bill." Tabled by Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, the bill sought systematic surveillance, maintenance and operation, avoiding disasters. Changed to "Dam Safety, Amendment Bill 2021," the bill added a clause, which impose punishment to state or individuals, upon violation of the laws. The Bill is now yet to be assented by the President.