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07 Jul

Acquisition to boost Capgemini’s U.S. market presence and AI consulting services

editorBusiness, National

The French IT services group Capgemini (CAPP.PA) announced on Monday that it has agreed to pay $3.3 billion in cash to acquire the technology outsourcing company WNS (WNS.N) in order to increase the variety of AI solutions it provides to businesses. Through the agreement, Capgemini will be able to develop a consulting business service that will assist businesses employ artificial intelligence—specifically, generative and agentic AI—to improve their operations and cost efficiency. The company anticipates that this service will draw large investments. According to Capgemini, the purchase price, which translates to $76.50 per WNS share, is 17% higher than their most…

The number of Asiatic lions in India has increased significantly to 891

Banasree SarkarNational

As a "landmark success" in wildlife conservation, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav praised the notable increase in India's lion population, which he stated has grown to 891 from 674 in 2020. Yadav attributed this accomplishment to the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who served as both the Indian Prime Minister and the Chief Minister of Gujarat, in a post on X. He also commended wildlife enthusiasts, environmentalists, and forest officials for their contributions to this achievement. The fact that there are now 891 lions in India, up from 674 in 2020, is incredibly encouraging. The remarkable conservation result may…

At least 300 km of vehicle lines at Mahakumbh Mela, suffocating conditions

Banasree SarkarNationalMahakumbh Mela

The Mahakumbh Mela is drowning in a sea of vehicles. The queue of vehicles has exceeded at least 300 kilometers. Tired of waiting for a long time in heavy traffic, pilgrims are parking their cars on the road and walking. Netizens have called this unprecedented traffic jam the "world's largest traffic jam". It is known that the road leading to the Mahakumbh Mela through Madhya Pradesh has a queue of vehicles of 200-300 kilometers. On Sunday, the police stopped traffic in various districts, due to which many people had to be stuck on the roads for several hours. The police…