The Times of India Chinese military drone spotted flying close to the Philippines ahead of BrahMos delivery

A WZ-7 Soaring Dragon drone of the Chinese People's Liberation Army was spotted flying in close proximity to the Philippines, ahead of preparations by the Southeast Asian country to receive the delivery of Indian BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, The Eurasian Times reported. According to the report, the distinctive joined-wing shape of the WZ-7 drone caught the attention of Raffy Tima, a correspondent for Philippine news organisation GMA News, as it traversed the skies over the West Philippine Sea, an area within the South China Sea to the northwest of the Philippines.

The Times of India TOP 5 entertainment news of the day

In the dynamic realm of entertainment, today's highlights include Rajkummar Rao's openness about undergoing chin fillers, Shilpa Shetty's involvement in a money laundering case, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas' return to their renovated LA home, updates on Salman Khan's 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2' script, and anticipation surrounding 'Kalki 2898 AD''s new release date announcement.

The Times of India 'Paida toh bahut kar diye …': Nitish takes a swipe at Lalu over 'too many kids'

The Times of India Vinesh secures 50kg Paris Olympics quota for India

The 29-year-old wrestler has now secured her third consecutive Olympic quota, having previously represented India in the Rio Games (2016) and Tokyo (2020). Despite facing challenges, Vinesh showcased her strength and experience throughout the tournament, swiftly defeating her opponents. This achievement marks India's second quota place for the Paris Games, following Antim Panghal's bronze medal-winning performance in the 53kg category at the World Championships last year.

The Times of India Vinesh secures 50kg Paris Olympics quota for India

Making a triumphant return to the international arena after leading a prolonged protest against former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, celebrated Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat secured a Paris Olympics quota in the women's 50kg category at the Asian Olympic Qualifier in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan on Saturday. Joining her in booking their tickets to Paris were Anshu Malik (57kg) and U23 world champion Reetika (76kg), who both reached the tournament final with impressive performances.

The Times of India EC chalked out seven-phase polls to assist BJP campaigning: Mamata

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday alleged that the Election Commission of India chalked out seven-phase polls to enable Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his cabinet colleagues to carry out extensive campaigning using the nation's resources. Addressing a public meeting at Gajol in Malda district in support of Maldaha Uttar TMC candidate Prasun Banerjee, a former IPS officer, Mamata Banerjee, the party supremo, said polls have been scheduled from April 19 to June 1 so that Modi and his cabinet colleagues can travel on special planes across the country before every phase to "overwhelm the Opposition".

The Times of India Afridi welcomes Rohit's proposal on Indo-Pak series resumption

Former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi commended Rohit Sharma for his exemplary representation of India. He emphasised the crucial role that sports play in promoting improved ties between India and Pakistan. Afridi reflected on previous cricket tours involving the two countries, implying that such occasions contributed to the development of more robust connections.

The Times of India Explained: How more H-1B visa holders are switching jobs

David J. Bier's study shows a growing trend of H-1B workers changing jobs. Cyrus D. Mehta provides insights into H-1B transfer processes, fees, and key considerations for employers and workers navigating job shifts within the program.

The Times of India I cannot use words like struggle and sacrifice: Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli prioritizes passion over struggles, discussing this in a viral video with Gaurav Kapoor. He reflects on the contrast between cricket challenges and real-life hardships, emphasizing his love for the game. Virat says while looking at his past and where he has reached now, he cannot use words like struggle and sacrifice when it comes to the hard work he has done over the years to become this successful.

The Times of India What is Blue Whale Challenge, game linked to Indian student’s death

Indian student in US died from 'Blue Whale Challenge'. Over 130 deaths globally. Players manipulated into escalating dares over 50 days. 'Curator' selects victims via social media, using cyberbullying and blackmail.

The Times of India Karthik: '100 per cent ready to play T20 World Cup'

Veteran wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik, who has been in phenomenal form in this IPL, has not given up on his dream to play for India again and would do "everything he can to be in that flight" to the T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies next month.

The Times of India Why to avoid carrying these 5 gadgets when travelling by flight

Airports impose strict regulations on gadgets for safety. Avoid banned items like high-capacity power banks and laser devices. Comply with rules to ensure a smooth travel experience for all passengers and staff.

The Times of India Watch: Viral video of Kohli, Gambhir's animated chat

KKR mentor Gautam Gambhir and star RCB batter Virat Kohli found a moment of connection, discussing the nuances of cricketing rivalry and camaraderie on the eve of Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru match in Kolkata on Saturday. With mutual respect as their guiding principle, they explored the essence of sportsmanship and the responsibilities of leadership.

The Times of India FIR lodged against DK Shivakumar for violation of MCC

The Times of India 'Kota would have become PFI house if...': Shah slams Congress

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Congress party, suggesting that if they had won the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, Kota might have turned into a base for the Popular Front of India (PFI). Shah highlighted BJP's achievements post-2014 and 2019 elections, citing the abrogation of Article 370, construction of the Ram Temple, enactment of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), and the introduction of women's reservation in legislative bodies.