Zakat Centre India Patna Disburses Rs. 51 Lakh to Support Education and Livelihoods
Patna: The Patna Chapter of Zakat Centre India (ZCI) has disbursed Rs.51 lakh over the last two years to support economically vulnerable individuals, with a strong emphasis on education, livelihood assistance, and dignified rehabilitation. Of the total amount, nearly Rs.10 lakh was allocated for educational scholarships, benefitting 26 meritorious students from financially distressed backgrounds. Established [] The post Zakat Centre India Patna Disburses Rs. 51 Lakh to Support Education and Livelihoods first appeared on .
Trapped Tiger Quarantined At ARC In Visakhapatnam
The centre is currently vacant following the death of the lioness Bigo last month. The tiger, which strayed from the TadobaAndhari Tiger Reserve in Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, had evaded capture for the last 17 days.
Purnea MP arrested in 31-year-old case, sent to two-day judicial custody
Opposition leaders criticise late-night action against Pappu Yadav, who has been highlighting the alleged death and rape of a medical aspirant in Patna; court to hear bail plea tomorrow
Raids at cloth showroom in Muzaffarpur
Minister seeks repeal of 'irrelevant' Articles 104 and 193
Declining legislative standards harm democracy: Lok Sabha Speaker
Govt appoints 1,224 doctors as Nitish vows to strengthen healthcare facilities in Bihar
Man beaten to death by son over domestic dispute in Patna
Minor girl found hanging in West Champaran, 1 held
Govt to boost dairy sector in Bihar, says Nitish
Buxar DM orders removal of encroachment, calls for traffic reforms
Boy killed, 2 others injured in bus-bike collision
256 youths selected at job fair in Buxar, 14 companies participated
CTET Paper 2 cancelled at two Vaishali centres
In Vaishali, the CTET Paper 2 faced disruption as two examination centres saw cancellation due to a delay in the arrival of question papers. Frustrated candidates voiced their grievances as the exam, originally set for 9:30 AM, did not commence until over an hour later.
Student battling liver disease dies by suicide in Saharsa
A 20-year-old student, Saurabh Kumar, tragically died by suicide in Saharsa district on Friday night after a three-year battle with liver disease. His family discovered him hanging in his room the following morning. Doctors at a private clinic declared him brought dead. Police have been informed and an FSL team will investigate the scene.
Accused held in Samastipur property dealer murder case
Police apprehended Arjun Paswan, the primary shooter in the 2025 murder of property dealer Vijay Gupta and his driver. Paswan, arrested in a mango orchard, confessed to the Rs 5 lakh contract killing, stating Gupta was shot while inspecting land and the driver was killed for raising an alarm. Four individuals, including the alleged mastermind, have been arrested so far.
T20 WC: Surya's 84*, Siraj's 3-29 Help India Overcome USA By 29 Runs (Ld)
Skipper Suryakumar Yadav: Skipper Suryakumar Yadav blasted a majestic unbeaten 84, and seasoned pacer Mohammad Siraj bagged 3-29 coming in as a last-minute replacement as India saved themselves the blushes with a face-saving 29-run victory over the USA in their opening match in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Mumbai on Saturday. Coming into the home World Cup as the defending champions, India are under pressure from the huge expectations for their third title. They suffered a setback on the eve of the opener when all-rounder Harshit Rana had to be withdrawn because of an injury, and the bad news continued as pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah decided to sit out the match with illness. The impact on the morale showed as the hosts, asked to bat first on a Wankhede pitch that offered early movement on which the ball was gripping and holding, as they slumped to 77/6 against some fine bowling by the USA. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav led from the front as he scored a half-century in his debut as captain in the T20 World Cup and helped the team post a modest total of 161/9. Siraj took over after that with a two-wicket burst and, with Arshdeep Singh and Axar Patel claiming two wickets each, prevailed over the USA by 29 runs. The India captain continued his rich vein of form in 2026, scoring his fourth half-century in six matches and in the process completing 1000 runs as captain. He has scored 326 runs in six innings so far this year. His 84* is the second-highest score by an Indian captain behind Rohit Sharma's 92 not out off 41 balls against Australia in 2024. This was Suryakumar Yadav's 29th half-century in T20Is and helped him. Suryakumar started 2026 with 32 against New Zealand and followed it up with 82 not out and 57* in the next two matches. His lone failure was at Visakhapatnam in the fourth match when he scored eight runs before he rounded off the five-match series against the BlackCaps with a 63 off 30 balls. Siraj claimed 3-29, Arshdeep bagged 2-18, and Axar claimed 2-24 as India restricted the USA to 132/9 in 20 overs at the Wankhede Stadium, struggling to win their first match in Group A. Brought into the squad on Friday as a replacement for injured Harshit Rana, Siraj was drafted into the playing XI when pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah fell ill and was unavailable for this match. He lifted the morale of the depleted bowling attack and made a running start with a superb two-wicket burst in his first two overs, providing the breakthrough by getting Andries Gous (6) to hit uppishly to Tilak Varma at cover-point and then accounting for fellow-opener Saiteja Mukkamalla (2), who mistimed a fullish-length delivery on middle and off, which nipped in, and Varun Chakravarthy completed an easy catch. In between, Arshdeep Singh sent back USA skipper Monank Patel for a duck as India reduced USA to 13/3. Siraj had figures of 2-18 from his first three overs. Sanjay Krishnamurthi and Milind Kumar repaired the innings, raising 58 runs for the fourth wicket, playing cautiously against the Indian spinners and managing to score a boundary or two whenever the chance came. Varun Chakravarthy provided the much-needed breakthrough for India when he lured Milind Kumar out of his crease with Ishan Kishan completing an easy stumping. Milind scored a run-a-ball 34, hitting three fours and a six. Krishnamurthi kept the other end going, hitting Axar and Hardik for a six each and a four off Varun. He mostly scored in singles and twos to reach 37 off 31 balls before Axar got him lashing at a tossed-up fullish delivery to be caught in the deep. Harmeet Singh fell on the next ball for a first-ball duck as the two-wicket blitz reduced USA to 98/6 in the 16th over. Shubham Ranjane provided some late fireworks in his 37 as the United States' innings imploded due to a lack of experience and some superb bowling by the Indians. Siraj and Arshdeep claimed a wicket each in their second spell to help the team ashore. Earlier, skipper Suryakumar Yadav led from the front with a brilliant unbeaten 84 as India extricated themselves from a precarious 77/6 to post a fighting total of 161/9. Van Schalkwyk triggered the collapse when he got Ishan Kishan (20, 16b, 1x4, 2x6) with a slower ball in the sixth over and sent back Tilak Varma (25, 16b, 3x4, 1x6) with a short ball that got big on him, having him caught at midwicket. Shivam Dube followed off the next ball, a slower one banged short and caught the bat as Dube tried to bail out. Saurabh Netravalkar grabbed a smart catch at short fine leg, as India slumped to a precarious 46/4. But Suryakumar Yadav showed his teammates how to bat on such a wicket as he hammered 10 fours and four sixes in his 49-ball knock to help the defending champions post a respectable total. Surya and his deputy, Axar Patel, kept India afloat as they built a partnership to take the team to a fighting total. They hammered 21 runs off the 16th over, bowled by another local lad turned US cricketer, Saurabh Netravalkar. Patel hammered the first two balls for superb boundaries while Surya ended the most-expensive over of the innings with a four and six, powering the ball to the fence as he usually does. The Indian skipper put on display his usual 360-degree shot-making, hitting a four and six off Netravalkar and another four and six in the same over off Shadley van Schalkwyk, the bowler who troubled India by claiming 4-25 in his first spell. He scored 21 runs off Netravalkar in the final over as India managed to reach a defendable total. Surya and his deputy, Axar Patel, kept India afloat as they built a partnership to take the team to a fighting total. They hammered 21 runs off the 16th over, bowled by another local lad turned US cricketer, Saurabh Netravalkar. Patel hammered the first two balls for superb boundaries while Surya ended the most-expensive over of the innings with a four and six, powering the ball to the fence as he usually does. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India 161/9 in 20 overs (Suryakumar Yadav 84 not out, Tilak Varma 25; Shadley van Schalkwyk 4-25, Harmeet Singh 2-26) beat USA 132/9 in 20 overs (Sanjay Krishnamurthi 37, Shubham Ranjane 37, Milind Kumar 31; Mohammad Siraj 3-29, Axar Patel 2-24, Arshdeep Singh 2-18, Article Source: IANS
Youth found hanging in Katihar
A 25-year-old man, Vinayak Pandit, was discovered hanging in a locked room in Katihar district. His family reported him missing after he left for dinner. His alleged girlfriend claimed he had been harassing her and had locked himself in her room. Both women are now accusing each other of murder, with police investigating a possible love affair.
Event begins to promote sports, culture in tech institutes
Bihar's Education Minister Sunil Kumar launched Umang-2026, a state-level sports and literary-cultural competition for government engineering and polytechnic students. This initiative, aimed at fostering leadership skills, began in the 2023-24 academic session. The event features a three-tier selection process, with polytechnic competitions from Feb 7-9 and engineering contests from Feb 10-12. Around 900 polytechnic students are expected to participate.
Employability key focus at NOU webinar
Nalanda Open University's two-day webinar on graduate employability concluded with a strong emphasis on improving undergraduate communication skills in Bihar. Vice-Chancellor Ravindra Kumar highlighted the university's dedication to equipping students with skills for successful careers and facing life's challenges. Experts discussed employment prospects post-graduation, underscoring the need for skill-oriented training.
Census in state to begin on April 17: Dy CM
Bihar's Census 2027 will unfold in two phases over 45 days, starting April 17 with self-enumeration, followed by a house-to-house survey until May 31. This comprehensive exercise, including caste data, will be strictly confidential. Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha also urged revenue officers to return to duty, warning of disciplinary action for absentees.
Agriculture minister demands dedicated pulses package, seed hub from Centre
Bihar's Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav urged the central government for dedicated pulse support, including a tailored package and recognition of specific pulse crops. He advocated for a national seed hub, cluster farming, enhanced irrigation subsidies, and machinery support. Yadav also pushed for improved MSP procurement, value addition incentives, and research grants to boost Bihar's pulse self-reliance within five years.
APATA urges govt. to solve logistical issues before Bhogapuram airport inauguration
Association leaders seek the continuation of three morning flights and three evening flights from Visakhapatnam airport to major metro destinations
Swachchtha Run held as part of Shikhar Se Sagar Tak in Visakhapatnam
Pappu Yadav sent to two-day judicial custody, bail plea to be heard on Monday
Independent MP Pappu Yadav has been placed in judicial custody for two days. The court ordered his treatment at Patna Medical College and Hospital. Yadav was arrested on Friday night following a warrant related to a 1995 case. His bail plea will be heard on Monday. His lawyer claims a false case was filed.
MP Pappu Yadav sent to two-day judicial custody in 1995 case
Patna: Independent MP Rajesh Ranjan, popularly known as Pappu Yadav, was sent to two-day judicial custody by a court in Patna on Saturday, February 7, after he was arrested in connection with a case dating back to 1995. The Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Court said his bail plea will be heard on Monday, and till 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 .
IT expansion fuels demand for studio apartments in Visakhapatnam
Developers pivot to small, serviced units as single professionals seek affordable homes close to workplaces
ACB Arrests Key Accused in Bribery Case Linked to Forest Development Corporation
Senior official nabbed in Visakhapatnam after evading arrest in alleged eucalyptus harvesting bribery case linked to Kothagudem division.
Rapido, Ola, Uber strike affects transportation in Andhra Pradesh
Many autos, bikes and taxis were seen parked at bus and railway stations and other public places in Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Guntur and other cities
Debate, discussion part of democratic process, but decorum must be maintained: Om Birla
Patna, Feb 7: Maintaining that debate and discussion are part of the democratic process, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Saturday said the decorum of the House must be maintained at any cost. Birla was addressing a function on the foundation day of the Bihar assembly, where he unveiled the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA), aimed at creating paperless legislative processes. Elected representatives must maintain the decorum of the House. Members of the assemblies and Parliament have the privilege to express [] The post Debate, discussion part of democratic process, but decorum must be maintained: Om Birla appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bihar Assembly marks 105th foundation day; Om Birla, Harivansh attend
The Bihar Legislative Assembly on Saturday celebrated its 105th Foundation Day in Patna, with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh and Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju in attendance. The occasion marked the Assemblys historic first sitting on February 7, 1921
Bihar MP Pappu Yadav Hospitalised After Arrest; Rahul Gandhi Alleges 'Political Vendetta'
Purnia MP Pappu Yadav was hospitalized in Patna after his arrest over a 1995 case. Rahul Gandhi called the arrest political vendetta linked to a NEET aspirant's death case.
NTR Police register case against former YSRCP Minister Jogi Ramesh
Based on a complaint, the Ibrahimpatnam police registered a case against the former Minister on February 7
Patna (Bihar) [India], February 7: BMW Ventures Limited (BSE: 544543, NSE: BMWVENTLTD), one of Eastern India's largest steel distributors and manufacturers of fabricated steel products, announced its financial results for Q3 FY26, highlighting a sharp rise in profitability, led by a significant reduction in interest costs following deleveraging from IPO proceeds and growth in the business of fabricated steel products. An Interim Dividend of Rs. 1.50 per equity share of face value of Re. 10/~ each for the financial year 2025-26 announced by the company.
Pappu Yadav's arrest sparks political outcry. Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi accuse the government of vendetta. They claim the arrest aims to silence voices demanding justice for a NEET aspirant who died under suspicious circumstances in Patna. The incident highlights concerns over women's safety and the handling of such cases.
Leading Actor-Producer Nagarjuna Enters Distribution
According to industry sources, Annapurna Studios has already set up a distribution office in Hyderabad and is now preparing to open a new office in Visakhapatnam, signalling a major expansion across the two Telugu states
Bihar to form milk producers committees in all villages in 2 yrs to boost dairy production: Nitish
PATNA, Feb 7: The Bihar Government has decided to form milk producers committees in all 39,073 villages to boost dairy production, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said on Saturday. Kumar said such committees have already been formed in 25,593 villages, and those will be set up in the remaining 13,480 villages in the next two years. The Dairy, Fisheries and Animal Resource Department has been given instructions in this regard, he said. Kumar said directions have also been given to open [] The post Bihar to form milk producers committees in all villages in 2 yrs to boost dairy production: Nitish appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smoked 15 sixes and 15 fours at a strike rate of 218.75 during a brutal and breathtaking knock in the U-19 World Cup final against England at the Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe. Back home in his village in Bihars Samastipur district, his family had hardly caught any sleep, while his coachs phone in Patna was buzzing with congratulatory messages and strange requests: Sir, mera beta do saal ka hai, usko cricketer Vaibhav bana dijiye (My son is two years old, make him like Vaibhav).
Patna Police Arrest Bihar MP Pappu Yadav In 1995 Forgery Case After Late-Night Drama | Video
Independent Bihar MP Rajesh Ranjan, popularly known as Pappu Yadav, will be produced before court on Saturday.
Man dies after being hit by truck in Buxar
'I don't know what will happen to me': Pappu Yadav after arrest in 1995 case
Purnea MP Pappu Yadav was arrested by Patna Police in connection with a 1995 case, expressing fears for his safety and demanding to be taken directly to court. He questioned the police's methods and the timing of the arrest. The MP was later admitted to hospital due to health concerns.
Bihar MP Pappu Yadav Arrested In 1995 Land Dispute Case
Purnea MP Pappu Yadav was arrested by the Patna Police from his residence on Friday in connection with a case dating back to 1995.
Four Jain pilgrims from Karnataka found dead at Rajgir dharamshala
Decks cleared for teachers appointment under TRE-4: Minister
In a significant update, Bihar's Education Minister has confirmed that the roster for the TRE-4 teacher recruitment has been finalized, paving the way for the hiring of more than 30,000 educators. The Bihar Public Service Commission is now overseeing the process to bring on board around 40,000 teachers.
Following complaints, private hospital sealed in Madhepura
In a decisive move, Madhepura officials shut down a private clinic amidst troubling claims of inflated fees and neglect that allegedly resulted in a newborn's tragic death. Subsequently, patients were relocated to the sadar hospital for continued care.
Zero tolerance for waterlogging as Patna steps up monsoon preparations
Cabinet raises ex gratia for deceased migrant workers to Rs4 lakh
2 kids crushed to death as school bus rams hut in Gopalganj
In a heart-wrenching incident in Gopalganj, a school busdriven by the owner's brother without consentcollided with a hut, tragically claiming the lives of two young boys, Arish and Intaz, aged four and two. The bus was parked after dropping off students when the unauthorized driver lost his grip on the vehicle.
Police crackdown on fake police mitra recruitment
East Champaran police have launched a crackdown on a 'police-mitra' job scam targeting the unemployed. Two arrests have been made, with the investigation revealing a gang leader, Ashok Samrat, and two associates who allegedly charged Rs25,000 per candidate. Rewards have been announced for their capture. The police are also probing potential involvement of officers and digital media personnel.
Ashes of Ajit Pawar immersed in Falgu
On Friday, the ashes of Ajit Pawar were gracefully released into the serene waters of the Falgu River at Dev Ghat, Gaya, a poignant tribute following the tragic plane crash that claimed his life on January 28. Rana Ranbir Singh, national secretary of the NCP, officiated the emotional rites alongside the esteemed Gayapal panda community acharyas.
Bank official among three held in Bhojpur mule account scam
In a significant crackdown, the Bhojpur cyber police arrested a trio, including a bank official, over the creation of mule accounts that were exploited for illicit financial activities. A total of 27 unsuspecting locals were lured with minor payments to set up these accounts, which spiraled into a web of fraudulent transactions.
Inside a bamboo hut in Bhagalpur, a free classroom for govt job aspirants
SC order on water bodies ignored as Gaya rapidly loses water bodies
In Gaya, the crisis of vanishing water bodies is reaching alarming proportions, with around 800 water sources either lost or under threat from real estate developers. Despite urgent warnings and orders from the Supreme Court, genuine efforts for restoration have yet to materialize, often reduced to mere speeches. Even government structures stand where once vibrant ponds thrived.
Acting health minister falters twice in House
During the recent Bihar Assembly's question hour, a storm brewed as Health Minister Pramod Kumar Chandravanshi faced tough questions regarding the state's infant mortality rate and health spending. Amid rising tensions, senior ministers swooped in to shed light on topics like the cashless healthcare plan for lawmakers and the staffing shortages at local health centers.
Its early Holi & Diwali in Vaibhavs hometown Samastipur
Bihar's 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi etched his name in history with a blistering 175 off 80 balls in the U19 World Cup final against England. His record-breaking century, featuring 15 sixes, ignited celebrations back home in Samastipur. The young prodigy's remarkable performance has earned praise from Bihar CM Nitish Kumar and his coaches, who highlight his dedication and talent.
Five killed in separate Rohtas accidents
Tragedy struck Rohtas district as five individuals, including a woman, lost their lives in three separate road accidents on Friday. An autorickshaw crash near Jamuhar claimed two lives, while a truck collision under Karghar police station resulted in two more fatalities. A sand-laden truck hitting a motorcycle near Tar Bangla Chowk led to the fifth death. Several others sustained injuries.
Four blocks of Buxar to get degree colleges
To enhance access to higher education for rural students, the Bihar government is launching new degree colleges across 213 blocks, with four specifically located in Buxar district. This initiative seeks to tackle the dropout crisis, particularly among young girls, by alleviating the challenges of travel and financial burden.
Dy CM assures cashless healthcare facilities for state govt employees
Bihar's government employees and legislators are set to receive cashless healthcare, a significant shift from the current reimbursement system. Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary announced the upcoming implementation, aiming to benefit approximately one million individuals. The state also plans to expand medical education through public-private partnerships, addressing infrastructure and staff shortages in government medical colleges.
High Court: Enforce noise pollution rules strictly
In a landmark decision, the Patna High Court has reinforced stringent noise pollution regulations, instituting a comprehensive night-time prohibition on loudspeakers and firecrackers. Residents are empowered to report breaches through the 112 emergency hotline.
Notorious criminal shot dead in Vaishali encounter
The infamous Prince Kumar, a fugitive linked to murder and a slew of other grave crimes, met his end during a police shootout in Vaishali. With a bounty of Rs 2 lakh on his head and a history of evading law enforcement, Kumar's reign of terror has finally been halted.
NSG conducts jungle hostage rescue drill in Visakhapatnam
U19 WC: Sooryavanshis Childhood Coach Reveals WhatsApp Tip That Sparked Masterclass Of 175
Harare Sports Club: A simple WhatsApp message and an advice to make a technical adjustment to handle bouncers proved the catalyst for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 175 that powered India to their sixth U-19 World Cup title, said his childhood coach Manish Ojha. The 14-year-old left-handed opener's stunning knock against England in the final - featuring 15 fours and 15 sixes off just 80 balls helped India win the title clash by 100 runs at the Harare Sports Club on Friday and get a record sixth title. Sooryavanshis whirlwind knock against England fetching him the Player of the Final award came a day after Ojha reminded his protege via WhatsApp that this was the first tournament where he had yet to score a century, and provided specific instructions on correcting a technical flaw that opposition bowlers had begun exploiting in the competition. This is a matter of absolute pride and joy that Vaibhav played a stellar knock which gave India the World Cup win and they are now bringing the trophy back home. It is a moment of immense pride for all of us that a small and talented kid like him played so well and showcased his talent brilliantly on a big stage like his, said Ojha to IANS from his residence in Patna. Player of the Tournament Sooryavanshi, who amassed 439 runs in seven innings at an average of 62.71, consistently got solid starts, but the century was still eluding him. I spoke to Vaibhav before the final on WhatsApp. I told him that Vaibhav, this is his first tournament in which he has not scored a century yet. If you look at his records in all the tournaments he has played, he has scored at least one century. If we keep aside the Ranji Trophy from his records, you can see he has scored at least a century in all the other formats of the game. It could be more, but at least one century used to be there from his bat. This was going to be his first tournament in which he hadnt scored a century. I spoke to him after the semi-final match against Afghanistan. I reminded him about this missing puzzle in his performances so far, as well as talked to him about the technical problem of the bowlers outclassing him via the bouncers bowled outside the off-stump, recalled Ojha. The opposition bowlers bowling bouncers outside the off-stump neutralised Sooryavanshi's typically powerful pull shot, something which Ojha was quick to notice. Generally, he hits a pull shot very well. But many times, it happens that whatever is your strong point, it could well become a weak point. He was being attacked by the pacers bowling bouncers on the off-stump. When he is being attacked on the bodyline, he is able to hit a strong pull shot if pitched on the middle stump. But when he faced bouncers outside the off-stump, he takes his head back and tries to hit it with his back knee bent, resulting in him often getting top edge or mistiming the shot altogether. I told him that he should not do much and that if a situation comes up, he should not hit a shot on that ball. If you wish to hit a shot, you have to keep your head upright and instead of bending your back knee, try to get the back knee and body aligned in a line. Then he could keep his back upright and if he connected with the ball, he would be in absolute control of the shot and could send it anywhere he wished to hit in the leg-side, he said. Ojha's connection to Sooryavanshi runs deeper than typical coach-student relationships. According to people aware of the workings of the pair, Ojha becomes so nervous during Sooryavanshi's innings that he often cannot watch the matches, and only finds peace once the youngster reaches triple figures, something which signifies their emotional attachment. The two maintain constant communication, with Sooryavanshi returning to Ojha for coaching sessions whenever his demanding schedule permits, even if its just for a single day of practice at Gennex Cricket Academy in Patna. If you look at all the matches that he played since the beginning of this tournament, he got an initial start in all the matches and got set on the wicket to make big runs. In fact, the knock of 72 against Bangladesh was a match-winning performance. But still, it was not a big innings. He got a good start against Afghanistan and set up an excellent platform for the Indian team to win the match. But on an individual level, that big knock was yet to come. But as they say, Deir aaye, durust aaye (better late than never) in a final where the whole world had their eyes on, he played an extraordinary knock. By hitting 15 fours and as many sixes, I don't think there has been a match like this in any World Cup where a batter hammered these many sixes and made so many runs in very less balls. As soon as he got the century, I spoke to his father Sanjeev, who was really very happy, said Ojha. The 175 in U19 World Cup final has added another chapter to an already remarkable story for Sooryavanshi, who became the youngest player to score an IPL century in 2025 while playing for Rajasthan Royals. Its a very proud moment. It's a dream come true for a player, coach, and parents. It can't be better than seeing that their son has reached that level where he is in the top position of this tournament, where top cricketing nations were competing here. It was always the best of the best competition and when the title clash came, he shined there like anything. Knocks of 175 are historic, but the manner in which he played his knock and brought out those aggressive shots to take India to victory was absolutely unique. I mean, it was such a stunning display of batting which hasnt been witnessed in decades. It was absolutely an emotional moment for me when Vaibhav was getting those trophies in the presentation ceremony and a very proud one too as a coach and as someone hailing from Bihar. To see one of our own take the Indian team to this high in the cricketing world is a very proud moment for all of us, said Ojha. Knocks of 175 are historic, but the manner in which he played his knock and brought out those aggressive shots to take India to victory was absolutely unique. I mean, it was such a stunning display of batting which hasnt been witnessed in decades. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We will have to see how his schedule is and when he can come to Patna. Whatever it will be, there will be a very grand welcome for him. With his future looking very bright, the BCCI can consider drafting him into the senior T20I and ODI teams because wherever hes gone, he has proved his potential and performed in such a way that he makes the games look one-sided, which is very unique. Article Source: IANS
Municipal Minister approves construction of 177 houses at Velampeta in Visakhapatnam
Narayana approves housing proposal after consultations with Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu; funding decision to be taken shortly
Mineral-rich A.P. stands to gain from Rare Earth Corridor plan, says official
State has the mineral deposits spread in about 16,000 hectares, of which superior quality minerals have been identified mostly in Visakhapatnam and Srikakulam districts, according to APMDC vice-chairman and MD Pravin Kumar
Rail Robocop helps nab two habitual offenders at Visakhapatnam station
AI-enabled humanoid robot detects suspects through facial recognition, alerts RPF within minutes leading to arrests under Railways Act
YSRCP leader dies of ill-health during Jagans tour
In a separate incident, youth dies as his bike hits a road divider near Ibrahimpatnam
MediaTek , the worlds leading fabless semiconductor company powering nearly 2 billion connected devices each year, unveiled the Dimensity 9500s and Dimensity 8500 at the MediaTek Tech Day in Delhi today. Both chipsets are engineered to lead the flagship and premium smartphone segments, delivering outstanding performance, efficiency, AI, imaging, gaming and wireless connectivity, powered by an " All-Big Core " architecture and industry-leading Agentic AI capabilities. Representatives from the media, tech analysts, and OEMs were also in attendance, witnessing firsthand the innovations and advancements showcased by the new chipsets. OPPO India and POCO India also took to stage to announce smartphone lineups for the Indian market, based on the flagship MediaTek Dimensity 9500s SoC. Anku Jain (MD, MediaTek India); Ken Sekhar (Marketing Lead, POCO India); Anuj Sidharth (Director, MarCom, MediaTek India & SEA); Goldee Patnaik (Head of Comms, OPPO India) As leaders in smartphone global share, we are committed to increasing our investment in advanced technologies and striving to make bleeding-edge products available to more people, said JC Hsu, corporate senior vice president at MediaTek and general manager of the Wireless Communications Business Unit. This mission is evident in this pair of Dimensity chipsets, which are intended to provide more flagship and premium smartphone experiences while upholding our vision in bringing the best possible performance and power efficiency to more people . MediaTek Dimensity 9500s: Designed for the ultimate flagship experience Built on a cutting-edge 3nm process and featuring an All-Big Core architecture, the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s delivers powerful performance with improved energy efficiency. The flagship SoC features an octa-core CPU comprising one Cortex-X925 ultra core clocked at up to 3.73GHz, three Cortex-X4 premium cores and four Cortex-A720 performance cores. It also integrates the Immortalis-G925 GPU, delivering a full-frame, immersive experience for demanding mobile games and supporting advanced ray tracing to meet the performance expectations of gamers. The powerful NPU in the Dimensity 9500s is optimized for generative reasoning and multi-modal models, enabling a more advanced flagship edge camera experience and enhanced content creation capabilities. Dimensity 9500s features include : 8K full-focus Dolby Vision HDR recording with real-time 30fps motion tracking via the MediaTek Imagiq ISP. Adaptive game technology 3.0 (MAGT 3.0) and frame technology 3.0 (MFRC 3.0) significantly improve energy efficiency, prolonging device battery life. 5G Release-17 modem supports 4CC-CA and up to 7Gbps downlink. Support for MediaTek 5G UltraSave 4.0 power saving technology. AI Network Suite 2.0, designed to enhance network performance in weak connectivity environments Support for MediaTek Xtra Range 3.0 technology, extending indoor Wi-Fi coverage, while enabling phone-to-phone Bluetooth direct connections of up to 5 kilometres. MediaTek Dimensity 8500: Powerful Performance for Ultra-Fast Play The MediaTek Dimensity 8500 adopts an energy-efficient 4nm process, and the All Big Core CPU architecture includes eight Cortex-A725 cores with a frequency up to 3.4GHz, which further improves performance and energy efficiency. Dimensity 8500 supports accurate scheduling technology and LPDDR5X 9600Mbps memory with higher transmission speed, so users can enjoy smooth and long battery life in daily applications, games and multitasking. With its fully upgraded computing core and gaming engine, the Dimensity 8500 brings players a refreshing experience with full frame stabilization, rapid loading and high energy efficiency. In addition, Dimensity 8500 also applies ray tracing technology to mainstream mobile games, providing more realistic image quality effects and significantly enhancing the player's immersion. Dimensity 8500 features include: MediaTek 8th-generation NPU supports global mainstream big language models (LLM/MLLM) and image generation models. The integrated Mali-G720 GPU delivers a 25% performance boost over the previous generation. Support AI ultra-clear telephoto algorithm. Dimensity AI semantic engine, which can intelligently optimize image content frames. With the launch of the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s and Dimensity 8500, we are democratizing the flagship experience. Equipped with All Big Core architectures, agentic AI and flagship imaging capabilities, the chipsets bring next-gen user experience to a wider audience , said Anuj Sidharth, Director, Marketing and Corporate Communication, MediaTek India and SEA Region . Building on the success of the Find X9 series powered by Dimensity 9500, including multiple industry awards received by Find X9 Pro, OPPO will soon introduce Find X9s in India, a new addition to the Find X9 series powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. As the entry point into OPPOs flagship ecosystem, it reflects a refined and balanced approach shaped by our engineering philosophy, with more details to be shared through our official communication , said Goldee Patnaik, Head of Communications at OPPO India . Ken Sekhar, Marketing Lead, POCO India said, At POCO, performance is a core philosophy that guides how we design and build our devices. Our long-standing partnership with MediaTek strengthens this approach through a shared focus on delivering meaningful upgrades in real-world smartphone performance. We congratulate the MediaTek team on the development of the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s and are proud to bring this advanced platform to a POCO smartphone soon. This chipset will enable a new generation of performance-led experiences, and with our upcoming device, we aim to set benchmarks that truly matter to users . MediaTek Tech Day is an interactive platform showcasing the latest innovations shaping everyday life and underscoring MediaTeks commitment to making advanced technology accessible to consumers.
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