Raina Backs Pant To Return To White-ball Setup, Urges Him To Play With Freedom
ODI World Cup: Former India batter Suresh Raina believes wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant possesses the required talent to replicate his stellar Test cricket form in white-ball formats, provided he plays without hesitation and navigates through mental blockages. Despite being a match-winner for India in Tests, Pant has been unable to establish himself in the white-ball setup. Though hes played 31 ODIs and 76 T20Is, Pant last played both white-ball formats for India in 2024. He was an unused member of the 2025 Mens Champions Trophy-winning Indian team, before being left out of the ODI team from the series against Afghanistan in June. He is my favourite player. I think what Rishabh has done is that hes playing well and scoring tremendously in the Test matches. No, no, he is working hard. Dhruv Jurel is doing well; Sanju Samson is there. But Rishabh has that x-factor. What I feel and think is that hes slowly maturing. You are talking about the white ball side of things, but its even true in the case of IPL, Raina said to Aakash Chopra on his YouTube channel. Despite Pants established pedigree in the longest format of the game, his consistency in white-ball international cricket has drawn scrutiny. I think he has done really well, as everyone knows, as far as Test matches are concerned. But why is the same not happening in T20Is or ODIs? Is he looking for something in his mind? What is it? I think he needs to figure out how to pace an innings there. In the Test matches, he used to play without any hesitation. Now if he has to hit a six there, he will hit on the very first ball, noted Raina. The former left-handed batter, who was a member of the teams that won the 2011 ODI World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy, suggested that being free in his batting style can help Pant, who didnt have memorable IPL 2025 and 2026 campaigns with Lucknow Super Giants before moving back to Delhi Capitals right after this years tournament. Is he looking for something in his mind? What is it? I think he needs to figure out how to pace an innings there. In the Test matches, he used to play without any hesitation. Now if he has to hit a six there, he will hit on the very first ball, noted Raina. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories He needs to be free in his style. He can achieve a lot. In the future, I think, God willing, he will do well because he has gone through so much - his setback and all. He will do it one day his time will come, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
NIA chargesheets 13 accused in espionage case involving sensitive installations
'SPs PDA means 'Paraya Dhan Apna', says Vinod Tawde in swipe at Akhilesh Yadav
Lucknow, September 5 (IANS) Upon arriving in Lucknow for the first time on Saturday after being appointed as BJP's Uttar Pradesh in-charge, Vinod Tawde, who is also the party's National General Secretary, hit out at Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav, remarking that the SP's PDA slogan stands for Paraya Dhan Apna (appropriating others' wealth as ones own). Senior BJP leaders, including BJP UP President Pankaj Chaudhary, State General Secretary (Organization) Dharmpal Singh, State General Secretary Sanjay Rai, and State Office In-charge Govind Narayan Shukla, and workers welcomed Tawde at the airport upon his arrival in the city. Speaking to reporters here, Vinod Tawde attacked Akhilesh Yadav, saying: Slogans of SP-PDA will be thwarted by us. PDA and SP mean 'Paraya Dhan Apna'. NDA will never let this happen. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP has become the world's largest political party, while Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is accelerating the pace of development in Uttar Pradesh. Under the guidance of the party's UP chief Pankaj Chaudhary, NDA workers in the state would contest the upcoming Assembly elections with full vigor and secure victory, he asserted, while adding that the BJP would once again enter the electoral fray with a resolve to dedicate the next five years to the people of the state. Meanwhile, Tawde had previously conveyed a clear message to the workers regarding his reception at the airport, advising them to avoid gathering crowds on the streets, putting up posters and hoardings, or staging shows of strength. He noted that such actions inconvenience the general public and disrupt traffic. He had a clear message: The organisation should focus on grassroots work rather than the politics of optics. During his two-day stay in Lucknow, the BJP's newly-appointed UP in-charge will initiate a series of meetings to sharpen the organisation's election preparations. He is scheduled to hold an organisational review meeting with state President Pankaj Chaudhary and General Secretary (Organization) Dharmpal Singh. Subsequently, Vinod Tawde will meet the state office bearers to review party campaigns, organisational activities, and future action plans. He is also expected to participate in a high-level core committee meeting with Chief Minister Adityanath and Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak. Discussions will focus on the state's current political landscape, coordination between the government and the organization, and the strategy for the upcoming assembly elections.
NIA chargesheets 13 accused in Ghaziabad espionage case
Lucknow, Sep 5 (IANS) The NIA filed a charge sheet against 13 accused in the Special Court, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, in connection with the Ghaziabad Espionage case that involved passing on sensitive information about prohibited areas to sources in an enemy country, an official said on Saturday. It has been established that the accused illegally trespassed into, approached, and accessed prohibited/sensitive areas of vital importance, installed spy cameras, and transmitted sensitive information, including photographs and videos with geo-tagging, to entities based in an enemy country, the NIA said in the charge sheet. A Detailed Investigation Report (DIR) against 5 juveniles in conflict with the law has already been submitted before the Juvenile Justice Board (JJB), Ghaziabad, on May 18 in connection with the espionage matter, the official said in a statement. Those named in the latest charge sheet are: Praveen, Raj Valmiki, Shiva Valmiki, Ritik Gangwar, Sameer @ Shooter, Durgesh Nishad, Naushad, Gagan Kumar, Vivek, Shivraj, Meera Thakur and Shane Iram @ Mahak in NIA case No. RC-01/2026/NIA/LKW (Ghaziabad Espionage Case), before the Special Court NIA, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, under sections 61(2) and 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, sections 3 and 5 of the Official Secrets Act, and sections 13, 17 and 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The case was initially registered as FIR No. 76/2026, dated March 14, at Kaushambi Police Station, Commissionerate Ghaziabad, under sections 61(2) and 152 of the BNS and sections 3 and 5 of the Official Secrets Act. During the investigation, police added section 18 of the UA (P) Act. So far, 21 accused persons have been arrested in the case, the statement said. The investigation has established that the accused persons entered into a criminal conspiracy to commit illegal acts and serious offences prejudicial to the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India, the NIA said. The accused also facilitated such enemy-state-linked entities in procuring and using Indian SIM cards for unlawful activities, and actively assisted them in obtaining photographs and videos of sensitive installations along with their precise GPS coordinates, which has the potential to endanger the sovereignty, unity, integrity and security of the nation, said the NIA.
UPT20: 'I took a painkiller and played,' says Rinku Singh after guiding Meerut Mavericks into final
Lucknow, Sep 5 (IANS) Captain Rinku Singh revealed that he was feeling physical discomfort and took a painkiller to play a match-winning knock for his side, Meerut Mavericks, in Qualifier 2 of the UPT20 League 2026. With Rinku's heroics, the team has reached the final for the fourth consecutive time. I will do anything for the team, whether it involves an injury or anything else, Rinku revealed after the match. Reflecting on their previous loss in Qualifier 1, he added, Yesterday, I felt that if I had been even a little bit healthier and had a batter staying with me, we could have won that game. Today was the same situation. I took a painkiller and played. My hand was feeling slightly better, but I am honestly still in quite a bit of pain. Despite the victory, the Mavericks' top order once again looked shaky, stumbling to 61/4 in a modest chase of 135 before Rinku (37* off 23) and Yash Garg (56* off 44) rescued the innings. The captain acknowledged the top-order fragility and detailed the team's preparations heading into the knockout fixture. Our batting order hasn't been performing quite as well as we'd like. Even today, we lost early wickets, Rinku admitted. I spoke to the batters yesterday about how we could prepare ourselves better, how we should approach the game mentally, and the importance of taking the match deep. That was our main discussion. When it comes to his own batting, finishing tricky chases has become second nature. You have to prepare carefully and constantly think about which ball you can attack, how to rotate the strike, and how deep you are standing in the crease. Those calculations keep running through your mind. Batting at my position for so long, I have become accustomed to walking into these exact situations, needing a certain number of runs off a certain number of balls. It has just become a habit. While his unbeaten knock anchored the chase, Rinku was also quick to praise the bowling unit for restricting Noida to 134/8 after a strong start. They batted really well in the first 10 overs, and admittedly, we didn't bowl as well as we should have initially, Rinku observed. But when Zeeshan came on after 10 overs and got Shaurya out, we finally grabbed some momentum. Then we secured Ravi's wicket, and the pressure kept building. Rinku himself contributed with the ball, making a bold tactical move by bringing himself on to bowl the penultimate over, where he claimed the crucial wicket of his counterpart, Prashant Veer. I was thinking that I should bowl to Prashant. I told Zeeshan beforehand that I could get him out, so I strongly felt it could turn out to be a really good over for me and for the team, he said. The captain reserved his highest praise for Player of the Match Yash Garg, who was promoted up the order to orchestrate the chase after claiming 3/14 with the ball. Yash has been doing an outstanding job for our team for the last four years, Rinku stated. He consistently contributes with crucial wickets; he is sharp in the field, and he delivers with the bat as well. In his very first UP league game, he helped us cross the line, and today he has won us the game again. He is a highly deserving player and is doing incredible things for our franchise, he added. Rinku Singh and his Meerut Mavericks will now look to rest, recover, and channel this resilient energy into Sundays Grand Finale, where they seek redemption against the Lucknow Falcons.
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Shalimar acquires 3-acre Lucknow land parcel for 450 crore, highest in tier 2 city
Shalimar Corp has acquired a three-acre land parcel in Lucknow for 450 crore. This acquisition marks a significant deal within tier two cities. Developers are actively acquiring land in prime locations due to rising demand. Consumers now seek planned neighborhoods with quality construction and modern amenities. This trend indicates a new wave of real estate growth in tier two cities.
Why IIT and IIM students are ditching backpacks for buckets and bicycles
The No-Bag Day trend is gaining popularity on Indian higher-education campuses, with students at IIT Bombay and IIM Lucknow replacing conventional backpacks with buckets, umbrellas, cardboard boxes, chairs and even bicycles. The student-led activity offers a playful break from demanding academic routines while encouraging creativity and camaraderie. Inspired by the international Anything But a Bag Day concept, the trend has also appeared at other Indian colleges, turning an ordinary campus day into a memorable experience.
Uttar Pradesh to sell sugar at 50-52/kg in Lucknow
Move comes amid drop in retail, wholesale prices of the commodity across the country
Six Drug Traffickers Arrested in Lucknow Operation
Six active drug traffickers were arrested in Lucknow, with a large quantity of illegal substances seized. Six Drug Traffickers Arrested in Lucknow Operation
UP boy donates piggy bank savings for Nepal flood victims
SEE: Delhi airport flooded, flights diverted
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport experienced waterlogging at its Terminal 2 and 3 approach roads and forecourts due to heavy rainfall. While the accumulated water was cleared, the severe weather conditions led to the diversion of at least nine flights to other cities like Jaipur, Lucknow, and Ahmedabad. The India Meteorological Department had issued a red alert for intense rainfall in the national capital.
Delhi Airport Diverts 9 Flights Amid Inclement Weather
An official said four flights each were diverted to Jaipur and Lucknow, and one flight was diverted to Ahmedabad.
Amazon techie leaves Rs 46 lakh package to join Indian Army, set to be commissioned at OTA Gaya
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Akhilesh Yadav Meets Ashutosh Ranka: Why the 90-Minute CJP Meeting Matters
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav met Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) national spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka in Lucknow on Thursday, with the two holding a closed-door discussion that lasted around 90 minutes. The meeting, held at the Janeshwar Mishra Trust office near the Samajwadi Party headquarters, has sparked speculation about a possible political understanding between the SP [] The post Akhilesh Yadav Meets Ashutosh Ranka: Why the 90-Minute CJP Meeting Matters appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
A popular DM, a sudden exit, an unanswered question
6 drug traffickers held in Lucknow with narcotic medicines worth Rs 1 crore
Purana Shahar:where the past endures through architecture, cuisine and people who call it home
Hyderabads Old City remains a living repository of the citys layered past, where legacies of Qutb Shahi and Asaf Jahi dynasties continue to find expression in its bustling markets, language, traditions and cultures. Even as urbanisation and fast-paced modern life reshape Hyderabad, this part of the city retains warmth, character and cultural memory of an era gone byOld cities have a way of making time feel negotiable. In Delhi, Lucknow or Hyderabad, the past does not simply survive in monuments and old buildings; it lingers in the character of their historic quarters, where another era seems to exist alongside the present.
Swine Flu Alert Issued in Barabanki After Five Cases Detected
Lucknow, September 4: The health department in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, has been put on high alert following the detection of five swine flu cases, including one involving a jail officer. All infected patients are currently receiving treatment in Lucknow, and their condition is reported to be stable. In response to the situation, the district health ... Read more Swine Flu Alert Issued in Barabanki After Five Cases Detected
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CM Yogi lays foundation stones for 229 development projects worth Rs 1,051 Cr
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Thursday extended Shri Krishna Janmashtami greetings to the people of the state from the sacred land of Braj. He inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 229 development projects worth Rs 1,051 crore, including the Swami Shri Haridas Auditorium at the Gita Research Institute and Rasleela Academy, Vrindavan. These included the inauguration of 62 projects worth more than Rs 540 crore and the foundation laying of 167 projects costing more than Rs 437 crore. In addition, an amount of more than Rs 72 crore was transferred to the accounts of beneficiaries under the housing scheme. Citing the examples of Braj, Ayodhya, Kashi and other places, the Chief Minister stated, Foreign invaders may have demolished temples, but they could never shake our devotion. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath observed that Swami Haridas Ji Maharaj gave devotion the form of music. He transformed music into a spiritual practice and connected it with the consciousness of society. His spiritual discipline performed the remarkable task of connecting even an emperor with the essence of devotion. The great musician Tansen was a disciple of Swami Haridas Ji, he said. For a long time, we tried to view development only through the lens of roads, electricity, water, buildings and industries. In the name of development, our heritage continued to be insulted. Attempts were made to erase the heroes of history from Indian memory. First foreign invaders, and then the British, destroyed our history and historical symbols, but the previous governments crossed all limits in neglecting and disrespecting our heritage. CM Yogi said the heritage and celebrations for which Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana, Govardhan and the Baldev region are known today were not possible before 2017. Referring to the disturbances during the Jawahar Bagh incident in June 2016, in which 29 people lost their lives, the Chief Minister said that two police officers were also martyred in the incident. Amid such disturbances, who could have imagined celebrations, development, and the preservation of civilization and culture in the state? A nation becomes great by rediscovering its memory, culture and roots. A society that is conscious of its heritage learns from the world and also teaches the world, he added. CM Yogi said Indias history is not merely a history of achievements, but also a history of struggle, preservation, reconstruction and the continuity of Sanatan. Mathura is its greatest example. The Keshav Dev Temple at Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi has endured numerous attacks. Foreign invaders demolished temples, but they could not erase the memory of Shri Krishna and Radharani. Neither did the celebration of Janmashtami stop, nor did the devotion of Vrindavan cease. Neither did the Holi of Barsana come to a halt, nor did the Govardhan Parikrama stop. This is the strength of Sanatan and Braj, he said. CM Yogi added that history records attacks on temples, yet during the same period, saints such as Swami Haridas on the land of Braj developed through spiritual practice a stream of music whose resonance has continued for centuries. It will continue to attract every musician for eternity. Aurangzeb demolished the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, but the tradition never ended. Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar played a significant role in rebuilding the temple. Today, Kashi Vishwanath Dham is known for its grandeur and modern facilities, he said. In Ayodhya, Babur demolished the grand temple at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi in 1528 and constructed a structure of subjugation in its place, but this did not stop Ram Navami, the Panchkosi, 14 Kosi and 84 Kosi Parikramas, or the Sawan Jhoola Mela. The radiance of Sanatan continued to grow and continued to inspire the spirit of struggle. The result is that a grand temple of Prabhu Shri Ram now stands in Ayodhya. He said that to understand India, one must understand the folk traditions of saints and artists. One must study the revolutionaries and the crores of Indians who kept this civilization alive generation after generation. From Maharaja Suheldev, Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar, Maharani Lakshmibai, Maharana Pratap, Chhatrapati Shivaji, Guru Gobind Singh and Jagadguru Adi Shankaracharya, a long tradition has continued. Revered saints dedicated their entire lives to public welfare, he added. The Chief Minister further said that heritage is not confined to any physical object but is also present in our temples, languages, literature, music, art, philosophy, mathematics, science, medicine, astronomical knowledge, and folk and knowledge traditions. He said that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, the double-engine government has added new dimensions to this, including heritage, development, faith, economy, tradition and transformation, along with modernity. By developing pilgrimage centres such as Ayodhya, Kashi, Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana, Govardhan, Nandgaon, Baldev, Vindhyachal, Chitrakoot, Shukteerth, Sambhal, Bareilly, Naimisharanya, Sarnath and Kushinagar, we are promoting the cultural and spiritual advancement of the present and future generations, he said He said that the changing Uttar Pradesh, better connectivity, strong law and order, and world-class infrastructure are evidenced by the fact that 156 crore tourists visited Uttar Pradesh last year. CM conveyed a clear message that India would realize the vision of becoming a developed and self-reliant nation only by remaining connected to its heritage. He emphasized that women, youth, farmers, entrepreneurs, artisans and craftsmen, along with every section of society, must be uplifted for this purpose. CM Yogi remarked that the rule of law is the first condition for this. The Chief Minister said that devotees, tourists and investors will come only when they have confidence in security. Mothers and daughters will step out fearlessly only when they have faith in the administration. During Sawan, 5 crore Kanwar Yatris travelled between Ghaziabad and Haridwar. The number also ran into crores on other routes, he added. CM Yogi said that riots used to continue for months in Bareilly. Rioters were invited to the Chief Ministers residence and honoured. Riots occurred in Muzaffarnagar, Aligarh, Meerut and Lucknow, but for the past nine and a half years Uttar Pradesh has remained free from curfews and riots. Today, celebration is our identity. Lakhs of devotees now visit Mathura and Vrindavan every day. Grand events such as Rangotsav, Vaishnav Kumbh, Durga Puja, Ram Navami, Deepotsav, Shobha Yatras and Mahakumbh are being organised. Earlier, there was apprehension of disturbances before celebrations; now preparations are made before celebrations. India is now organising the largest gatherings of faith with modern arrangements, he added. The Chief Minister said that over the past eight years, the Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad has completed numerous projects worth Rs 1,000 crore. Devotees are being treated with respect through improved security, cleanliness and connectivity. Vrindavan, Barsana, Nandgaon, Govardhan, Radha Kund, Gokul, Baldev, Mathura and other areas are being linked with tourism development. The 84 Kosi and Panchkosi Parikrama routes are being developed, and kunds are being restored. If protection is received from the Honble Supreme Court, the area around Shri Banke Bihari Temple will also witness grand development. Through projects such as the ropeway in Vrindavan, mega parking facilities and the Raya Urban Node in Mathura, efforts have begun to lay a strong foundation for the modern future of Braj, he added. The CM said that the Surdas Brajbhasha Academy has been established with the objective of preserving Braj culture and promoting Brajbhasha. The double-engine government is also preserving, promoting and establishing on the global stage the rich musical and literary heritage of Braj by bringing renowned artists from across the country and abroad onto a common platform. Within the urban limits of Vrindavan itself, Asias largest City Forest (Saubhari Van) is being developed over an area of 400 acres.
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Not Mature: Mayawati Pushes Nephew Akash Anand To The Margins Again. What It Means For BSP
Akash Anand, the 31-year-old foreign-educated nephew of BSP boss Mayawati, finds himself out of favour, for at least the third time in three years, with the latest turn coming in Lucknow on September 3.
UPT20: Bhuvneshwar Takes Lucknow Falcons Into Final With 47-run Win Over Meerut Mavericks
UP T20 League: Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar produced an extraordinary display of seam bowling as the Lucknow Falcons defended a modest total to defeat the Meerut Mavericks by 47 runs in Qualifier 1 of the UP T20 League on Thursday. The result also meant the Falcons secured their first-ever appearance in the tournaments final to be played on Sunday, while the Mavericks will move to Qualifier 2. Defending 145 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, skipper Bhuvneshwar delivered a decisive spell of 4-10 under overcast conditions, including 18 dot balls, to dismantle the Mavericks top order and reduce them to 36/7 before bundling them out for 98 in 20 overs. I was nervous with 140 on the board, I won't lie. However, I knew that if we start well in the powerplay, we can defend it, Bhuvneshwar said after earning the Player of the Match award. After rain delayed proceedings briefly, Falcons managed 145 in 19.4 overs, anchored by Himanshu Singh's 61 off 45 balls, while leg-spinner Zeeshan Ansari, coming after Central Zones Duleep Trophy commitments were over, returned with figures of 3-14. Reflecting on his bowling strategy during the defence, Bhuvneshwar said reading the surface early to exploit the conditions was the key. The plan was simple. I saw that it was swinging a lot early on, so the plan was to try and get LBW and bowled in play. There was a little up-and-down bounce in the surface, so the plan was to bowl full. After my early wickets, everyone did the same. The veteran quick also revealed that technical rhythm overrides simple spot-bowling when pitching the ball accurately. Everyone talks about line and length. I believe that if you run in well, load, and land well, 99% of the time the ball will fall in the right areas. Reflecting on his bowling strategy during the defence, Bhuvneshwar said reading the surface early to exploit the conditions was the key. The plan was simple. I saw that it was swinging a lot early on, so the plan was to try and get LBW and bowled in play. There was a little up-and-down bounce in the surface, so the plan was to bowl full. After my early wickets, everyone did the same. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Bhuvneshwar added that early strikes removed any need for elaborate team talks. I didn't have to give any pep talk. Everyone knew it was not entirely batting-friendly and there is something for the bowlers. When the players walked in, they looked very pumped up already. The two wickets in the first over boosted everyone's morale. Article Source: IANS
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Rasika Dugal has revisited some of Beena Tripathis most significant moments from the Mirzapur series ahead of the theatrical release of Mirzapur The Movie. In an exclusive conversation with NDTV, the actor reflected on Beenas character arc, the difficult scenes she portrayed and the way the character repeatedly reclaims her agency. Beena Tripathi, played by Rasika, has remained one of the prominent characters in the Mirzapur franchise. Speaking about understanding Beenas emotional journey, Rasika credited the shows writers for giving her a strong foundation to work with. For me, it was never challenging to understand the emotional core of Beena Tripathi. It was on paper. The challenging part was to adapt her body language. When I first heard the story, my impression was that when Beena enters the room, people should turn around and look at her, Rasika told NDTV. One of the most disturbing moments in Beenas journey comes at the end of season one, when she is sexually assaulted by her father-in-law, Satyanand Tripathi, at gunpoint. In the following season, Beena takes revenge by killing him. Looking back at these contrasting moments, Rasika spoke about the emotional impact of portraying Beenas vulnerable state. What I really like about the writing is that whenever Beena's agency is taken away, she finds her way to a comeback. It was a moving moment for me when Beena locks the door at the end of season one. There was a sense of resignation in doing that. She knew that this day would come one day and she had to go through it. She was raped at gunpoint. I felt shattered to see Beena in a powerless situation. She is always self-assured, in control, but now she's in a powerless situation, Rasika said, revisiting the crucial scene. Rasika also connected Beenas experiences to the larger issue of womens agency in a patriarchal society. The truth about women in a patriarchal society is that when a woman owns a place, people don't like it and they try to take her agency, she added. The actor also addressed online trolling around portrayals of female desire and sexuality. She said she chooses to maintain her own boundaries when it comes to public reactions. Nowadays, it's not about films anymore. Everyone is commenting on everything around. So, if you read everything, you will be confused. I have my own filters. I don't want anything that can affect my decision as an actor, that disturbs my integrity as an actor. I don't want to be doubtful about my choices, said Rasika. Meanwhile, ahead of the films release, Ali Fazal and Divyenndu hosted a gathering for the cast and crew. Rasika recalled how a chef from Lucknow was invited to cook for the team during the celebrations. Also Read : Mirzapur The Movie is not the first Indian film based on a web series, this regional web show has had three theatrical films based on it
Adityanath defamation case: Court asks Ajay Rai to record statement
Lucknow: A Lucknow court has fixed September 25 for recording the statement of Uttar Pradesh Congress president and former minister Ajay Rai in connection with his defamation complaint against Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath over alleged remarks linking him to a fish feast in Ayodhya. Rai filed the complaint before Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Alok Vermas Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Akash Anand needs to become more mature: Mayawati rules out major BSP role for nephew
In her recent remarks, Mayawati emphasized that Akash Anand needs greater political maturity to assume significant roles within the party. She reaffirmed that the Bahujan Samaj Party intends to independently contest all upcoming elections nationwide. Additionally, she labeled the Congress party as distinctly anti-Dalit and anti-Ambedkar, and critiqued the RSS for inconsistencies between their rhetoric and actions.
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Mayawati removes nephew Akash Anand from key BSP post, says he needs
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Thursday removed her nephew Akash Anand from the post of chief national coordinator, saying he needs more time to gain political maturity before being entrusted with major responsibilities. The decision was announced during a meeting of the BSPs national committee at the partys state office in Lucknow. Mayawati [] The post Mayawati removes nephew Akash Anand from key BSP post, says he needs further maturity appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India All-rounder Deepak Hooda Returns To Baroda Domestic Team After Five-year Absence
BCA Chief Executive Officer Snehal: Batting all-rounder Deepak Hooda is set to play again for his home state, Baroda, in the ongoing domestic season, five years after leaving the team following a feud with skipper Krunal Pandya, a left-arm spin-bowling all-rounder. Hooda, 31, had left Baroda and moved to Rajasthan after being suspended by the Baroda Cricket Association (BCA) for indiscipline, following a storm-out from the team hotel and bio-bubble on the eve of Barodas first game in the 2021 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, during which he alleged verbal abuse and bullying by Pandya in a practice session. BCA Chief Executive Officer Snehal Parikh confirmed on Thursday that all past grievances between Hooda, Pandya and the association. Yes, Deepak is going to play for Baroda again in domestic cricket. He got everything from Baroda and is now back to play for us once again. I would say there were no issues. But if there were issues, I believe they have been sorted now, he said to IANS. Hooda, who also bowls handy off-spin, has represented India in 10 ODIs and 21 T20Is, bringing significant experience back to the Baroda side. In the IPL, Hooda has played for Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Punjab Kings, Lucknow Super Giants and Chennai Super Kings. So far, Hooda has scored 4,267 first-class runs at an average of 45.39, including 14 centuries, alongside nearly 3,972 runs in T20 cricket and 3340 runs in List A cricket. The best thing is, our local boy is coming back home. We are very happy for the home coming of our own boy and glad to have him back. He made his Ranji Trophy debut for us and hes the second player after me to score a century in the first game, added Parikh. He also confirmed that wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma will continue to represent Baroda as a guest player, but only in white-ball games, while pacer Rasikh Salam will continue to play in all formats. The best thing is, our local boy is coming back home. We are very happy for the home coming of our own boy and glad to have him back. He made his Ranji Trophy debut for us and hes the second player after me to score a century in the first game, added Parikh. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The BCA is also bringing in ex-India pacer Munaf Patel, a member of the 2011 ODI World Cup-winning team, to its backroom staff. Patel served as bowling coach for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025 and 2026. We are also getting Munaf Patel as our mentor and pace bowling coach for the association, concluded Parikh. Article Source: IANS
Air India Express flight from Varanasi to Delhi lands at Lucknow airport after smoke alarm goes off
However, preliminary checks at Lucknow airport found no sign of smoke or fire in the aircraft
Delhi-bound flight makes precautionary landing at Lucknow airport
Lucknow: An Air India Express flight from Varanasi to Delhi made a precautionary landing at Lucknow airport Thursday morning, allegedly after a smoke detection alarm went off in the aircrafts cargo hold, sources said. However, preliminary checks at Lucknow airport found no sign of smoke or fire in the aircraft, they added. Flight IX 1253, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Delhi-Bound Flight Lands In Lucknow After Smoke Alarm Goes Off
An Air India Express flight from Varanasi to Delhi made a precautionary landing at Lucknow airport Thursday morning allegedly after a smoke detection alarm went off in the aircraft's cargo hold, sources said.
An Air India Express flight operating from Varanasi to Delhi made a precautionary landing at Lucknow Airport on Thursday morning after a smoke indication was reported in the aircrafts aft cargo compartment.
Delhi-bound AI Express flight makes emergency landing in Lucknow after smoke alert
Delhibound AI Express flight makes emergency landing in Lucknow after smoke alert
Jitendra Mishra Appointed CEO of Ayodhya Ram Temple Trust, Political Reactions Emerge
Lucknow, September 3: Following the appointment of Air Marshal (Retired) Jitendra Mishra as CEO of the Ayodhya Ram Temple Trust, political reactions have begun to surface. Uttar Pradesh Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana welcomed this decision. Mahana stated, The entire nation has entrusted the responsibility of serving the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple to a person who ... Read more Jitendra Mishra Appointed CEO of Ayodhya Ram Temple Trust, Political Reactions Emerge
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CM Yogi to Address Flood Victims in Farrukhabad and Launch Development Projects in Mathura
Lucknow, September 3: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will visit two districts in the state on Thursday. His first stop will be Farrukhabad, where he will meet with flood-affected families. Following this, he will head to Mathura to inaugurate and lay the foundation for development projects worth 1,051 crores. In a post on the ... Read more CM Yogi to Address Flood Victims in Farrukhabad and Launch Development Projects in Mathura
Statehood essential for J&Ks prosperity: Karra
Jammu, Sep 2: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) president Tariq Hamid Karra on Wednesday said restoration of statehood is essential for the development and prosperity of Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that the Congress has been at the forefront of the demand for the past two years. Addressing a press conference in Jammu, Karra said the Congress had consistently raised the issue of statehood through protests and campaigns at various levels, including in Jammu, Srinagar, across districts and even in Delhi and Lucknow. As far as statehood is concerned, if anyone has taken this cause forward, it is the Congress Party and JKPCC, Karra said, adding that the party has been working on the issue for the last two years. He said the Congress had held protests at the district, regional and national levels to press for the restoration of statehood. We are happy that other parties have also participated in it. We have reached the point that the Congress Party has fixedthat as long as there is no statehood, the people here cannot prosper, he said. Responding to allegations and counter-allegations among political parties, Karra said such developments were part of democratic politics. He claimed that people of Jammu and Kashmir were now looking for an alternative to the present system of governance. People have understood that this type of government should not exist. They are looking for an alternative, he said, asserting that the Congress could emerge as that alternative in the future. Karra also defended the partys organisational activities, saying the Congress was focusing more on strengthening its organisation and putting pressure on the government rather than engaging in what he termed show-off politics. On speculation regarding political developments within the Congress and the possible return of certain leaders, Karra said he had no information about such developments. I am the head of the Jammu and Kashmir unit of the party. If anyone knows about it, I should know first. In my knowledge, there is no such thing, he said. Commenting on the ongoing political speculation in Jammu and Kashmir, Karra said the Congress would decide its political course based on its own agenda. He said the party was providing political space to those joining it but made it clear that newcomers would have to follow the Congress's existing agenda. Whoever comes from outside will have to follow the agenda of our party. No one will come with a new agenda from outside and think that we will apply it here. This cannot happen, Karra said.
BJP Leader Criticizes Akhilesh Yadav Over AI Video of CM Yogi Adityanath
Lucknow, September 3: BJP leader Shyamdhani Rahi has targeted Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav over the release of an AI-generated video featuring Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Rahi stated that Adityanath is a symbol of respect for religion and culture, not just in India but internationally. He condemned the attempt to defame the Chief Minister through ... Read more BJP Leader Criticizes Akhilesh Yadav Over AI Video of CM Yogi Adityanath
Ajay Rai Questions Appointment of New CEO for Ram Janmabhoomi Trust
Lucknow, September 3: Ajay Rai, the President of the Uttar Pradesh Congress, has raised concerns over the recent appointment of former Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra as the first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ram Janmabhoomi Trust. This significant administrative change has sparked a sharp reaction from Rai, who argues that merely appointing a new ... Read more Ajay Rai Questions Appointment of New CEO for Ram Janmabhoomi Trust
No proof, no case: HC drops plea against Rahul's citizenship
The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court has dismissed a writ petition challenging Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's Indian citizenship. The petitioners failed to provide concrete evidence to support their claim that Gandhi is a British citizen, leading to the withdrawal of the plea.
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