Cricket World Cup: The cricketing world witnessed a moment for the ages on Friday as 14-year-old Indian batting prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi delivered a historic performance in the ICC Under-19 Mens Cricket World Cup 2026 final against England, scripting history with the highest individual score ever recorded in a tournament final. Suryavanshis breathtaking 175 runs knock of just 80 balls sparked widespread admiration from current and former cricketers across the globe, with many hailing the Indian opener as the next big thing in world cricket. Former Indian opener Virender Sehwag said Suryavanshi was born from the Sun dynasty and that Englands efforts went in vain, as no one can stop the sun from rising. Vaibhav Suryavanshi 175 off 80 balls, 15 fours + 15 sixes, equal fours, equal sixes, equal destruction. Suryavanshi = Born from the Sun dynasty. Today he batted like one! Blazing. Blinding. Unstoppable. England bowlers tried everything. But you cant stop the SUN. The sun has risen on Bhartiya cricket! Just a sign of the future, he wrote on X. Former Indian all-rounders Yusuf Pathan and Irfan Pathan lauded Suryavanshis fearless attitude on the biggest stage. 14 years old. No fear. No pressure. Just pure talent. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi didnt just play an innings, he announced the future of Indian cricket. #U19WorldCup2026, Yusuf Pathan wrote on X. A daddy 199 in a World Cup final. Vaibhav Suryavanshi isnt just consistent, he delivers when it matters most. Big-match player! Irfan Pathan wrote on X. Suryavanshi surpassed Unmukt Chands long-standing record of 111*, set in the 2012 final against Australia, to achieve the feat of the highest individual score in a World Cup final. Unmukt reacted to the knock by writing different breed on X while sharing Suryavanshis photo. Icelands cricket handle took a humorous jibe at Englands bowlers after Suryavanshi thrashed them in the final. Someone arrest Vaibhav Suryavanshi right now. This violence on the field against the English bowlers is X-rated! they wrote on X. The young Indian stars innings also earned praise from former England captain Michael Vaughan, who wrote, Vaibhav Suryavanshi this really is very, very special. #iccu19worldcup on X. Former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan wrote, What an innings from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. A dominant knock of 175 off 80 in a World Cup final is truly extraordinary, with pure intent, power and timing all day, on X. Meanwhile, Lucknow Super Giants owner and businessman Sanjiv Goenka wrote Soorya, namaskar! while sharing Vaibhavs photo on X. Former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan wrote, What an innings from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. A dominant knock of 175 off 80 in a World Cup final is truly extraordinary, with pure intent, power and timing all day, on X. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With the help of Suryavanshis century and Ayush Mhatres fifty, India posted a mammoth total of 411 for 9 against England in the final. Article Source: IANS
Netflixs upcoming thriller Ghooskhor Pandat faces a nationwide backlash as BSP chief Mayawati joins calls for a ban, citing the insult of the Brahmin community. Despite director Neeraj Pandey and actor Manoj Bajpayee clarifying that the film is a fictional story about a corrupt cop, an FIR has been filed in Lucknow and a petition reached the Delhi High Court. All promotional material has been taken down as the makers await a resolution.
Tradition, rhythm and folklore light up Lucknow
The Deshaj festival in Lucknow celebrated India's folk culture heritage for two days, showcasing diverse traditional art forms from across the country. Organized by the Sonchiraiya Foundation, the event highlighted the dedication of folk artists in keeping India's living traditions alive through music, dance, and theatre.
FIR filed against Ghoooskhor Pandat on Yogi Adityanaths orders
Mumbai: On the directions of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Lucknows Hazratganj Police has registered an FIR against the forthcoming web series Ghoooskhor Pandat. According to Lucknow Police, strict action has been taken following allegations that the content attempts to disturb social harmony and hurt religious and caste sentiments. Due to the name and 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 .
FIR filed in Lucknow against Ghooskhor Pandat director for hurting religious sentiments
An FIR has been filed against the director and team of the film 'Ghooskhor Pandat' in Lucknow for allegedly hurting caste sentiments and disturbing social harmony. Police stated the film's title and content appear to deliberately target a specific caste, potentially inciting animosity and public unrest. Strict legal action is promised against those found guilty of promoting enmity.
Three women in Uttar Pradesh have accused Sunil Kumar of serial marriage fraud and dowry extortion, alleging he married them between 2019 and 2023, extracted lakhs in cash and jewelry, and then abandoned them. The accused is reportedly preparing for a fourth marriage, prompting the women to seek police intervention.
The 2026 ICC T20 World Cup is less than a fortnight away, and the build-up to the T20 extravaganza is heating up as most of the teams are already playing or are set to play in bilateral T20I series to perfect their preparations for the tenth edition of the ICC T20 World Cup. Top 5 Favourites to Win the Player of the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup The tenth edition of the T20 World Cup would mark a new leaf in the history of the tournament, as this will be the first edition which would not be marked by the presence of former Indian skipper Rohit Sharma or former Bangladesh skipper Shakib al Hasan. Veterans like David Warner and Virat Kohli have played some memorable performances in the recent editions of the marquee tournament, but will not appear in the 2026 edition. This year could mark the rise of new legends in T20Is with the likes of Suryakumar Yadav, Aiden Markram, Harry Brook, and Mitchell Marsh vying to win their first ICC tournament as the skipper of their respective nations. While batters have majorly ruled the roost in terms of winning the Player of the Tournament accolade at the previous T20 World Cups, the last edition witnessed Jasprit Bumrah bagging the individual accolade after a thoroughly impressive performance, helping India end their 17-year wait for the ICC T20 World Cup trophy. Lets have a look at the top four favorites to win the Player of the Tournament award at the 2026 edition of the ICC T20 World Cup: #5 Marco Jansen (South Africa) Marco Jansen will have to contribute as a genuine all-rounder in the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup Marco Jansen has emerged as one of the best all-rounders in T20 cricket over the last couple of years, as his power-hitting abilities have consistently improved, and the lanky all-rounder now stands as the firm favorite to play at No.7 or No.8 for the Proteas. Placed alongside New Zealand and Afghanistan in Group D, South Africa would have an unenviable task of being at their best from the word go, which could prove to be tough, as showcased in their 3-1 loss to India in a recent bilateral series in similar conditions. Jansen showcased his power-hitting in the dead rubber of the series, smashing two boundaries and three maximums in 12 deliveries and also bowled a brilliant spell of 2/25 in four overs in the only match Markrams men won in the tournament. #4 Mitchell Marsh (Australia) The Australian skipper has proven to be a powerhouse for Lucknow Supergiants, and despite the fact that Supergiants struggled in the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League season, Marsh ended up in the Top 5 of the Orange Cap race with 627 runs in 13 innings at a strike rate of 163.71. After winning the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup, Australia has suffered two consecutive disappointing campaigns in the tournament, and both campaigns hurt the Kangaroos in different ways. While the loss in the 2022 edition at home would have arguably hurt them the most, the fact that they were eliminated by dark horses Afghanistan from the last edition would have stung even more for the fans down under. A product of Western Australian cricket, Marsh is one of the three Australian batters to feature in the Top 11 of the ICC T20I Mens Batter rankings, alongside Travis Head and Tim David. The opening batter is well-versed with pitches in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and Chennai, which could benefit the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup champions in the Super Eight stage. #3 Mohammad Nabi (Afghanistan) Veteran all-rounder Mohammad Nabi would be a key figure in the middle-order for Afghanistan alongside Azmatullah Omarzai and Rashid Khan. Over the years, Nabi has proven his mettle by finishing several matches for the Afghan Atalans and has a career strike rate of 136.59, which further improves to 165.5 when we narrow his T20I record to matches played in India. Along with his power-packed variety of batting shots, the 41-year old is a wily spinner who can spin webs around the opposition teams, especially on spin-friendly pitches in Chennai and Colombo. Afghanistan will open their group stage campaign and end it at the M.A.Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, and their tournament opener against New Zealand could prove to be crucial for their 2026 ICC T20 World Cup chances. Nabi would be expected to support the spin trio of Mujeeb Ur Rahman, skipper Rashid, and Noor Ahmad while Fazalhaq Farooqi and Omarzai take care of the seam bowling duties. Afghanistan have a strong chance of making it to the semi-finals yet again if they play their cards right with Ibrahim Zadran and Darwish Rasooli in top form at the top of the order. #2 Pathum Nissanka (Sri Lanka) Pathum Nissanka has been the shining light for Sri Lankas flailing batting order in the last couple of years. While the youngster started his career with timid strike rates in T20Is, Nissankas consistency and improvement in the last couple of years have been rewarded by a bidding war between Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders at the 2026 IPL mini-auctionw which ended with the Capitals shelling out INR 4 Crores to sign the Lankan batter. Over the last couple of years, the 27-year old has bulked up, gained more power, and opened his shot selection to more options, thus improving his strike rate to 138.53 in 2024 and 149.16 in 2025, which included a century against India in the 2025 Asia Cup. The opening batter stuck to his guns in a chase of 203 runs, scoring 107 runs off 58 balls, smashing 7 fours and 6 maximums, helping Sri Lanka take the dead rubber encounter to a Super Over battle. The 2014 T20 World Cup champions endured a tough time in the last few editions, even failing to get out of the group stage in the 2024 edition of the tournament, finishing in third place behind Bangladesh. The Lankan Lions would be relying on the brilliance of Nissanka and Wanindu Hasaranga in home conditions, which would provide some much-needed familiarity to the players. #1 Hardik Pandya (India) The defending champions are packed with a plethora of match winners, with Hardik Pandya the most proven all-round option and the senior-most player of the team in terms of appearances for the national team. The Mumbai Indians skipper would be playing under the leadership of his franchise colleague Suryakumar Yadav, which could prove to be a blessing in disguise, as Pandya would be freed of the captaincy responsibilities and can fully focus on opening the bowling for the Men in Blue alongside Arshdeep Singh or providing the finishing touches with the willow in his hand. Amidst a patchy injury record, the No.4-ranked all-rounder in the ICC T20I rankings has been completely focused on perfecting his preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup, as the 32-year old sat out of the ODI series against New Zealand. Since the start of 2024, Pandya has taken a wicket in almost every three overs in T20Is, and his career batting strike rate of 143.65 is improving further as Pandya has recorded strike rates of 150+ in the previous two calendar years. Contributed By - Mohak Arora, Parimatch Sports analytics expert
FIR Filed in Lucknow Against Ghooskhor Pandat Over Alleged Caste Insult
The action follows directions to take strict measures against content that disturbs social peace, officials said.
Steps and swirls: A befitting tribute to Pandit Birju Maharaj
Metallic wires a constant threat to Metro rail
Not just Chinese manjha, other kite strings also deadly
Uttar Pradesh weather update: The weather in eastern and western Uttar Pradesh are likely to remain dry and strong winds at the speed of 15 to 25 kmph are expected during the daytime. Noida, Ghaziabad will also see strong winds today. In Lucknow, fog is likely during morning hours and clear skies are expected.
CM: Farmers now get loans through e-KCC in 5 minutes
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3-day spl drive against Chinese manjha in city
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Has EC sublet SIR work to BJP: Akhilesh on misuse of Form-7
Has EC sub-let SIR work to BJP: Akhilesh on misuse of Form-7
Tale of two cities: How Kolkata influenced Lucknows European Look
Bid to delete minority votes, says Akhilesh, urges SC to intervene
Lucknow: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday, February 5, alleged a conspiracy to delete names of voters in Uttar Pradesh by misusing Form 7 and urged the Supreme Court to take immediate cognisance of the issue, saying no other institution inspires confidence now. In a post on X, Yadav accused the BJP and its 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 .
Akhilesh says bid to delete minority votes; seeks intervention of SC
Lucknow, Feb 5: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday alleged a conspiracy to delete names of voters in Uttar Pradesh by misusing Form 7 and urged the Supreme Court to take immediate cognisance of the issue, saying no other institution inspires confidence now. In a post on X, Yadav accused the BJP and its allies of behaving like criminals and claimed that booth level officers (BLOs) were being harassed, pressured and threatened to cut votes of the PDA (Pichhda, [] The post Akhilesh says bid to delete minority votes; seeks intervention of SC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Medicine shortage, leaking rooms: What ails LUs dispensary
Around 80 Sr advocates felicitated
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UPPCL campaign to recover Rs 1,066cr smart meter dues; 80% users in red
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3 booked for forcing Balrampur youth to change religion for marriage
HC takes suo motu note of over 1.08 lakh missing persons cases in UP
Lucknow: The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court on Wednesday took suo motu cognisance of the alarming number of missing persons in Uttar Pradesh and registered a PIL, noting that over 1.08 lakh people went missing in the past two years while police action was initiated in only about 9,700 cases. Expressing serious concern, 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 .
UP Police acted in just 9,700 of over 1L cases ofmissing persons: Aghast HC bench registers PIL
Ayodhya gallery to display Sitas divine character: CM
Govt marks Rs3,000 crore for townships in Western UP
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Board exams: CS for anti-copying steps
Major train diversions &rescheduling for 45 days
Technical univs to set norms for self-financed courses
EOW arrests 4 for Rs1.42cr bank FD fraud
Lucknow Principal Suspends Students Over Extra Plate Of Chow Mein At Farewell Party
Students were suspended after repeatedly taking chow mein at a farewell party. The decision sparked controversy, forcing the administration to step in with a clarification
Shailendra Singh promoted as DIG
Huzn exhibition traces Calcutta, Awadh connect
Fest recalls legacy of Syed Karamat Hussain in education of Muslim women
EC shouldnt make all prove citizenship
Tradition blends with modernity at finale event
Poet Ranas daughter files dowry case
Morning showers break spell of warm winter
1.69cr voters served notices in UP for verification
UP Police recruitment 2025 exams on June 8, 9 and 10
BJP to invoke legacy of Dalit icons, including Kanshi Ram, before UP polls
Workshop to help build skill-based capacity of UP police personnel
BJP state chief terms Budget as vision docu of Modi govt
As predicted, US acted out of strategic necessity
Futurist Vimal Singh stated the India-US trade deal was inevitable, driven by economic necessity rather than political favor. He predicts H-1B visa concessions for Indian professionals are next, highlighting India's growing economic relevance in a global era of economic warfare. Singh also noted US outreach to multiple powers as a strategy to counter China.
Vendor, mother, arrested for luring kid into handing over Rs 85L jewellery for momos
Budget a decisive step towards Viksit Bharat
Akhilesh urges EC to lodge FIRs over misuse of form-7
Uttar Pradesh rainfall: Many parts of the eastern and western parts of Uttar Pradesh are likely to see fog today and the weather is likely to remain dry throughout the region. Light spell of rain with thunderstorms is likely in Lucknow today. Noida, Ghaziabad, Meerut are likely to see fog and mist during the early morning hours today.
Housing board generates Rs 1Kcr through new scheme
Man files RTI appeal for dad-in-laws financial worth in dowry case
Mumbai woman killed in UP by ex-hubby, his wife; both held
A shocking murder case has emerged in Gorakhpur, where police arrested a former husband and his current wife for the death of Priya Shetty. The victim, who had a child with the ex-husband, was lured to Gorakhpur under false pretenses. The couple allegedly conspired to kill her after the ex-husband learned of her financial struggles and reconnected with her.
CMs help gives voice to deaf-mute woman
Should police take criminals' bulletsinstead of firing back, asks Yogi
EC teaming up with BJP to delete PDA voters through Form-7: Akhilesh
Lucknow: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday, February 3, accused the Election Commission of India of teaming up with the BJP in Uttar Pradesh to delete the names of PDA voters from the electoral roll through Form-7. According to the Election Commission, Form-7 is filled out to get the name of a voter deleted 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 .
India has established itself as global healthcare hub: Nadda
Lucknow, Feb 3: Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Tuesday said India has established itself as a global healthcare hub, supplying nearly 30 per cent of the worlds generic medicines and around 60 per cent of global vaccine demand. Addressing the Uttar Pradesh Pharma Conclave-1 online, in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and several investors, Nadda said Indian pharmaceutical products are exported to more than 200 countries. India has [] The post India has established itself as global healthcare hub: Nadda appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hari Shankar Verma of UP's Orai assumes charge as member of railway board
Hari Shankar Verma, a 1987 batch IRTS officer, has been appointed as the Member (Operations and Business Development) of the Railway Board. Previously Director General (Safety), Verma is recognized for his commitment to railway safety, having significantly reduced accidents during his tenure. His career includes key roles across various railway divisions and zones.
Kanpur weather: Kanpur is likely to receive rainfall on Tuesday, according to the India Meteorological Department's (IMD) latest prediction. Eastern and western Uttar Pradesh are likely to receive rainfall on February 3 and the IMD has issued an orange alert warning for thunderstorms and lightning. Lucknow is also likely to receive showers at night today.
Codeine racket: Med store owner held in Balrampur
