1. The Georgian Parliament confirmed Giorgi Kvirikashvili as the country`s new prime minister. Kvirikashvili, 48, became Georgia`s third prime minister since the Georgian Dream coalition came into power in October 2012. Kvirikashvili was nominated by the Georgian Dream ruling coalition as new prime minister following surprise resignation of Irakli Garibashvili.
1. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, presided by Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave Amitabh Kant, Secretary of Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion, the additional responsibility of being Chief Executive Officer of NITI Aayog, effective from 31 December 2015. Kant will replace the incumbent NITI Aayog CEO Sindhushree Khullar whose extended tenure will end on 31 December 2015.
Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation Limited (TANGEDCO) invites application for the post of 375 Assistant Engineer for Direct Recruitment. Apply Online before 11 January 2016.
1. Mumbai Garuda emerged as the champions of the inaugural Pro Wrestling League after they defeated Haryana Hammers 7-2 in the finals to clinch the title in New Delhi.
1. In a major push to their strategic ties, India and Russia decided to expand cooperation in various sectors as they signed 16 pacts worth €6.4 billion, including on joint manufacture of 226 military helicopters and construction of 12 atomic plants with involvement of local companies in India. These agreements were signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two day visit to Russia.
1. Pakistani actress Jeba awarded Indian film director Madhur Bhandarkar in the Rafi Peer International Film Festival 2015. The National Award-winning filmmaker is best known for his films like “Chandni Bar”, “Page 3”, “Traffic Signal” and “Fashion.
