The Times of India Centre accords Z-category VIP security cover to CEC Rajiv Kumar

The Union government has provided Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar with a Z-category VIP security cover of armed commandos in view of potential threats, official sources said on Tuesday. The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has entrusted the Central Reserve Police Force with providing a contingent of about 40-45 personnel for the task, the sources said.

The Times of India Indian-origin Sikh man among 2 killed in Canada shooting

Two people, including an Indian-origin Sikh man identified as Buta Singh Gill, were killed in a shooting in Canada's south Edmonton on Monday, as per Canada-based CTV News reports. Edmonton police said, "At approximately 12:00 p.m. today, Monday, Apr. 8, 2024, Southwest Branch patrol officers responded to the report of a shooting in the area of Cavanagh Boulevard SW and Cherniak Way SW."

The Times of India Russian oil dominates India’s oil imports

Russia's crude oil imports to India surged to 35% in FY24 from 23% the previous year, surpassing other major suppliers like Iraq, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and the US. Russian supply rose to 1.57 million barrels a day, while Iraq and Saudi Arabia experienced declines. Despite challenges, Indian refiners favor Russian crude for discounts.

The Times of India Bengaluru man books trip on Ola and Uber, but gets same driver

Bengaluru man's routine cab bookings led to a surprising encounter - the same driver picking him up on Ola and Uber. Shared screenshots sparked internet speculation, praising the driver's dedication in navigating the gig economy.

The Times of India 'Vo Ram ke Vyapari hai ... ': Jairam Ramesh’s dig at BJP

Jairam Ramesh defends Congress's choice to skip Ram temple event, criticizes BJP for religious politicization. PM Modi led rituals in Ayodhya's Ram temple. Congress leaders declined Chhattisgarh event invitation based on 2019 Supreme Court judgment.

The Times of India I’m guilty of many self-inflicted wounds: Elon Musk

Elon Musk has acknowledged during a lawsuit deposition that he has made several self-inflicted mistakes, although he maintains he did not "meaningfully harm" to the 22-year-old Jewish man who filed a defamation suit against him. The lawsuit accuses Musk of spreading a false conspiracy theory that labeled the plaintiff as a federal agent disguised as a neo-Nazi.

The Times of India IPL 2024 in USA: How to watch IPL live streaming

Experience IPL 2024 with 'Willow by Cricbuzz' App in the US. Subscribe for exclusive content, live action, and cashback offers from Abound. Don't miss the electrifying cricket moments and be part of history!

The Times of India How Dhoni, CSK groomed Ruturaj Gaikwad for captaincy

Ruturaj Gaikwad, the young opener for Chennai Super Kings, has been promoted from mentee to the five-time champion team's captain earlier this season. Despite limited discussions on leadership tactics, CSK management subtly prepared Gaikwad, revealing meticulous planning. Gaikwad shared that the conversation was relaxed, with Dhoni providing guidance during practice.

The Times of India Best AC under 40000: Top picks for quiet and efficient summer comfort

Indian summers over the years have made it difficult to survive without an air conditioner. Thus, more and more Indians, especially in the urban areas are investing in good ACs. For those with a budget of Rs. 40,000 and who want to go for a good AC, this article here will be of great help. After a lot of research, we have compiled a list of some of the best options that can withstand rugged usage and are energy efficient. Depending on the area you want to cover and other factors, you can compare and choose the one that best suits your needs.

The Times of India HRA claims: I-T dept clarifies no special drive to reopen mismatch cases

HRA claims: The CBDT has clarified that there is no special drive to review mismatched HRA cases, refuting concerns of retrospective taxation. Instances of information mismatch have been identified, prompting the department to notify taxpayers to rectify any discrepancies.

The Times of India MVA announces seat-sharing for Maharashtra; Uddhav's Sena gets 21

Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi in Maharashtra today anounced the seat-sharing arrangement for Maharashtra ahead of Lok Sabha election. After weeks of negotiations, Sharad Pawar, the chief of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), Uddhav Thackeray, leader of the Shiv Sena (UBT), and Nana Patole, the president of the state Congress, jointly announced the poll pact for the 48 seats in the state.

The Times of India Delhi court extends BRS leader K Kavitha's custody till April 23

The Times of India 'Verified': Jadeja christened 'Cricket Thalapathy' by CSK

Ravindra Jadeja's stellar performance at MA Chidambaram Stadium earned him the 'Cricket Thalapathy' title from CSK. Jadeja topped the CSK bowling stats with figures of 3 for 18. His contribution played a crucial role in limiting KKR to a below-par score of 137 for 9. Subsequently, CSK comfortably chased down the target for a seven-wicket win.

The Times of India Karnataka man chops off finger for PM Modi's 'third term'

Arun Varnekar, a staunch supporter of PM Modi, chopped off his finger as a sacrifice to Goddess Kali. He believes in Modi's leadership, seeking protection through this act. Varnekar's extreme devotion and faith in 'Modi baba' stand out, reflecting his strong admiration for the Prime Minister.

The Times of India 'Nas, I am not going to trust a word...': Karthik teases Hussain

Dinesh Karthik, the wicketkeeper-batter for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, impressed in the Indian Premier League 2024 with an unbeaten 28 from just 10 balls and an outstanding strike rate of 280. Former England skipper Nasser Hussain praised Karthik's performance and even tipped him for India's T20 World Cup squad, but Karthik denied his trustworthiness.