The Times of India

India's T20 World Cup 2026 victory sparked jubilant celebrations in Suryakumar Yadav's ancestral village, Hathauda. Relatives and villagers cheered the win, which continued into Monday with dhols and greetings for his grandfather. The family had offered prayers for the team's success, with his mother visiting Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

An 80-year-old man, Ram Anuj Mishra, died after a speeding SUV collided with his motorcycle in Sultanpur's Gosaiganj area. The incident occurred as Mishra was turning towards his home. Police have seized the vehicle and sent the body for post-mortem.

A dispute over a vegetable stall tragically turned violent in Ballia's Reoti town, resulting in the death of 40-year-old Dhanji Turha and serious injury to his brother. The clash, involving sticks and iron rods, led to the fatal altercation. Police have registered a case against four named individuals and some unidentified persons, with efforts to apprehend them ongoing.

A Holi celebration in Ghazipur's Chadipur village tragically turned violent when a dispute over applying colour escalated into a fatal shooting. A 55-year-old man was killed by a licensed gun after an argument reignited. Police have registered an FIR and are interrogating family members of the accused.

A government chauffeur's pride swells as his daughter, Priyanka Chaudhary, achieves a remarkable 79th rank in the UPSC civil services exam. This success, a shared family dream, comes after recent personal tragedies. Priyanka, a BHU alumna, had previously qualified as a GST inspector, showcasing her consistent academic excellence.

A married man allegedly attacked a woman with a knife after she refused his marriage proposal in Bahraich district. The accused then attempted suicide by stabbing himself and consuming pesticide. Both are undergoing treatment at Bahraich Medical College, with police investigating the incident linked to a past relationship.