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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.
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.