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French government offers rescue to Atos, potentially selling key divisions worth €700-€1 billion. Analysts concerned about financial health. Plans for French companies' involvement for exclusive control due to national security concerns and Paris Olympics.

Fix common Windows laptop startup problems by troubleshooting power connections, hardware issues, external devices, display problems, and boot configurations effectively.

Chairman of national selection committee Ajit Agarkar and skipper Rohit Sharma are expected to have an informal meeting in the national capital on a possible 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup in the Americas.

The G7 countries, responsible for a significant portion of historical emissions and current greenhouse gas output, are falling short of their emission reduction targets for 2030. A recent analysis by Climate Analytics indicates that they are on track to achieve only half of the necessary reduction to meet the Paris Agreement's 1.5-degree Celsius warming limit.

Reliance Jio, top global mobile data consumer, faces ARPU challenge due to rapid growth and 5G monetization delay. Airtel's rising revenue contrasts Jio's stagnant ARPU, highlighting the importance of upcoming tariff hikes for 5G success.

US raises alarms over China's military marine toxins research, breaching the BWC. Suspicions of PLA repurposing civilian studies for bioweapons. Concerns over sea-based neurotoxins development. Criticism for lack of US action. Emphasis on diplomatic pressure.

Nature Astronomy study links asteroid 469219 Kamo'oalewa to potential lunar fragment, supported by similarities to lunar rock. Tianwen-2 mission could confirm its lunar origin, aiding in understanding minimoons for future space exploration.

A government employee, appointed on compassionate grounds following the tragic loss of his father to terrorists 19 years ago, met a similar fate on Monday night. He was targeted by militants near his residence in Thanamandi, Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir. Mohammad Razaq was shot dead by terrorists when he along with his brother, came out of a mosque in Kunda Top village.

Jammu & Kashmir Apni Party on Monday declared its support for Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone in the Baramulla Lok Sabha seat, eliciting displeasure from the National Conference. "Apni Party has fielded candidates from Srinagar and Anantnag-Rajouri constituencies and have received Lone’s support. We will reciprocate it in north Kashmir (Baramulla)," said Apni Party president Altaf Bukhari.

R Sai Kishore starred on a dominant day for the spinners as Gujarat Titans tamed Punjab Kings by three wickets for their fourth win in the 2024 IPL on Sunday. The win was Titans' fourth of the season while Punjab registered their 6th defeat in 8 matches.

Mahavir Jayanti, celebrating Lord Mahavir's birth, emphasizes non-violence, truthfulness, self-discipline, and compassion. The festival includes fasting, ceremony of abhishek, blood donation camps, and distributing food to the needy, with people exchanging best wishes and messages. Here are the best wishes, messages, quotes and images to share with your family and friends on this auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti:

Jury seated for Trump's hush money trial, facing anxiety and stress. Judge Merchan overseeing trial with diverse jurors. Trump demands social media gag order removal amid civil fraud trial complaints.

Nasa's Hubble Space Telescope collaborates with ESA on a mission targeting small main belt asteroids to deepen understanding of early solar system mysteries. Managed by Nasa's Goddard Center and Lockheed Martin, the mission explores asteroid composition, dynamics, and impact risks.

Deepfakes surface online prior to India's 2024 Lok Sabha elections, with actors Aamir Khan and Ranveer Singh featured in manipulated videos. Khan takes legal action against a fake endorsement video circulating online.

Three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were seized from a suspected terrorist hideout in the border district of Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. The operation, conducted by the Special Operation Group (SOG) of J&K Police along with other security forces, led to the recovery of two tiffin IEDs, one steel can IED, along with other materials.

Delhi Capitals notched up a six-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in a low-scoring game after Rishabh Pant's bowlers stood up for their ilk and restored a modicum of sanity and equilibrium in the Indian Premier League in Ahmedabad on Wednesday.

The T20 World Cup is around the corner and Rishabh Pant is striving to be the best version of himself, and the latest proof of that is his brilliant all-round display in Delhi Capitals' six-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in the IPL on Wednesday.

Travis Head's explosive century, complemented by skipper Pat Cummins' resilience, propelled Sunrisers Hyderabad to a meticulously crafted 25-run triumph over Royal Challengers Bangalore in a thrilling encounter on Monday. Head's remarkable maiden T20 century, comprising 102 runs off just 41 balls, embellished with 9 boundaries and 8 sixes, alongside Heinrich Klaasen's aggressive 67 off 31 deliveries, steered Sunrisers to a record-breaking total of 287 for three.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Dinesh Karthik unleashed his immense batting prowess to deliver a thunderous blow against Sunrisers Hyderabad that left the Chinnaswamy Stadium crowd stunned and his opponents awestruck. The thunderous moment happened on the first ball of 16th over bowled by T Natarajan when Karthik unleashed a monstrous blow off his pads on the leg side, sending the ball soaring to dizzying heights, where it kissed the stadium roof before gracefully descending back.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reflected on the widely-discussed "classic handshake" between US President Joe Biden and Saudi Crown Prince Bin Salman, where he swiftly placed his hands over theirs, garnering significant attention worldwide. In an interview with news agency ANI, PM Modi commented on the handshake between the US president and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, noting his friendships with both leaders.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad recognised MS Dhoni's pivotal contribution, acknowledging that it ultimately made the decisive difference in the match. Dhoni scored 20 runs off four balls, and that proved to be the exact margin of victory for CSK. Dhoni arrived in the middle with the scorecard showing 186/4 in 19.2 overs, and in no time, vintage Dhoni (20 off 4 balls) made the scoreboard read 206/4 in the stipulated 20 overs, with the help of three massive sixes and a double off the last ball of the innings.

In a thrilling encounter between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, Matheesha Pathirana and the evergreen MS Dhoni played pivotal roles in securing victory for CSK by a margin of 20 runs, despite a valiant unbeaten 105 by Rohit Sharma in the Indian Premier League match on Sunday. Dhoni's blistering display, highlighted by three consecutive sixes off Hardik Pandya's final over, propelled CSK to a formidable total of 206 for four, with Dhoni himself finishing on 20 not out from just four deliveries.

Rohit Sharma hit an unbeaten 105 but his Mumbai Indians fell 20 runs short as they tried to chase down a big target set by holders Chennai Super Kings in a battle of IPL heavyweights on Sunday. Set 207 for victory, five-time winners Mumbai finished on 186-6 even though Rohit raised his ton in 61 balls at his home in Wankhede Stadium. Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad and the in-form Shivam Dube powered Chennai, who won their fifth title last year, to 206-4.

Russia's global influence grows as it conducts unconventional warfare tactics, as per a recent report by Britain's RUSI. The report highlights Russia's covert operations in Europe, deployment of mercenaries in Africa, and engagement with Muslim communities in Central Asia and Europe. This expansion of geopolitical reach raises concerns amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Despite the seemingly modest target of 148, Rajasthan Royals encountered significant hurdles as they navigated through a set of disciplined Punjab KIngs bowlers and a tricky playing surface. However, despite the challenges posed by the Punjab bowlers and the tacky pitch, Royals exhibited resilience and determination to overcome the obstacles. Through determined efforts and effective partnerships, they managed to reach the target, ultimately posting a total of 152 for seven.

Conjoined twins Lori and George Schappell, aged 62, passed away in Pennsylvania. Guinness World Records recognized them as the oldest living conjoined twins. They led separate lives but shared a remarkable journey together. The twins, born Sept. 18, 1961, in West Reading, Pennsylvania, had distinct brains but were joined at the skull.

Australian cricketer Jake Fraser-McGurk announced himself with a belligerent half-century (55 off 35 balls). The 22-year-old, known for his aggressive batting style, made an immediate impact in the IPL by smashing a short of a length delivery from Yash Thakur over deep mid-wicket, securing his first-ever runs in the tournament. Displaying his attacking mindset, he followed up with another six in the subsequent over, showcasing his ability to take on the bowlers and score quickly.

Australia's Jake Fraser-McGurk made a memorable IPL debut with a fiery half-century, while spinner Kuldeep Yadav sparkled with the ball as Delhi Capitals clinched a confidence-boosting six-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants. Ayush Badoni's unbeaten 55 off 35 balls powered the Super Giants to a respectable total of 167/7 after Kuldeep's impressive three-wicket haul of 3/20.

Residents reported heavy Israeli fire in central Gaza on Friday, with regional tensions soaring after Iran threatened reprisals over a strike in Syria this month that killed two Iranian generals. Authorities in the Hamas-ruled territory reported dozens of new air strikes in Gaza's central region.

The young Australian cricketer, who scored a quickfire 55 off 35 balls with the help of 2 fours and 5 sixes, made short work of LSG's left-arm spinner Krunal Pandya, hitting him for three consecutive sixes. DC finally registered their second win of the season, beating hosts LSG by six wickets, riding on debutant Fraser-McGurk's fine half century and skipper Rishabh Pant's 24-ball 41, which included 4 fours and 2 sixes.

Google Cloud introduces upgrades to AI offerings, emphasizing safety and control for businesses. CEO showcases Gemini model's capabilities in creating ads, fighting cyber threats. Enhancements target accuracy and business adoption, aiming to compete with Amazon and Microsoft.

Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan provided the fireworks with the bat after Jasprit Bumrah's magical five-wicket haul as Mumbai Indians pummelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru by seven wickets for their second win in the IPL on Thursday.

Instagram introduces a nudity protection feature to combat sextortion, blurring explicit content in messages. The tool, default for under-18s, aims to prevent unsolicited nudity and scams, with Meta Platforms' CEO apologizing for insufficient protective measures.

Rohit Sharma, who scored 38 off 24 balls with the help of three fours and as many sixes, gave Mumbai Indians a terrific start, in chase of 197, with his opening partner Ishan Kishan. Playing second fiddle, Rohit and Kishan, who played a blistering 69-run knock off 34 balls, added 101 runs for the first wicket. Kishan hammered 7 fours and 5 sixes during his stay in the middle. Interestingly, this was the 93rd time Rohit had opened the batting in IPL and the first time he has been involved in a 100+ opening partnership.

MPA's Chairman, Charles Rivkin, spearheads a site-blocking initiative at CinemaCon to combat digital piracy's economic impact on the US film industry, emphasizing the need for support from theatre owners and addressing free speech concerns.

Mustafa Suleyman, former Google DeepMind co-founder, is now the CEO of Microsoft AI. He launched Inflection AI, joined Microsoft, and announced the opening of Microsoft AI London. The focus is on advancing language models and collaborating with OpenAI.

Ex-BJP critic Lekhasri joins BJD, may contest Balasore LS. Naveen Patnaik praised. BJP unaffected by her exit. BJD and BJP field turncoats in several seats for elections.

The Conservatives in the UK, led by PM Rishi Sunak, face a potential electoral disaster as per the latest YouGov poll. Projections show Tories securing only 155 seats, a significant drop from 2019. Labour, on the other hand, is expected to win 403 seats, indicating a major shift in political landscape.

Abhishek Sharma's dynamic innings propelled Sunrisers Hyderabad to victory over Chennai Super Kings in an IPL match. Aiden Markram and Travis Head's partnership, along with impactful bowling performances, led SRH to a successful chase. CSK batters failed to capitalise on their starts as they were restricted to a below-par 165 for 5.

SRH, who comfortably regained momentum with a convincing six-wicket triumph in their IPL encounter, handed CSK's second consecutive defeat in the tournament. The Sunrisers Hyderabad bowlers effectively curtailed CSK's scoring opportunities, limiting them to a manageable total of 165 for 5. Subsequently, Sunrisers Hyderabad chased down the target with relative ease, reaching it in 18.1 overs.

Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) chief Mukesh Sahani, also known as the "Son of Mallah," joined the Grand Alliance in Bihar on Friday ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. With his entry, the number of allies in the opposition has gone up to six now. So far, the RJD, Congress, CPI-ML, CPI and CPIM were part of the Grand Alliance.

Hackers group KillSec claims access to traffic police website on Telegram. Delhi Police investigates data breach. Violators offered to change challan status by sharing reference number. NIC examines records, site compromise uncertain.