Lucknow Super Giants have signed South African all-rounder George Linde as a replacement for Sri Lanka's Wanindu Hasaranga, who has been ruled out of the ongoing Indian Premier League due to injury.
Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan attended the wedding reception of spinner Kuldeep Yadav and Vanshika Chaddha in Lucknow on Tuesday. Dhawan was accompanied by his wife Sophie.
Two criminals were arrested in Lucknow for violating district externment orders. They had allegedly returned to meet their families, one to celebrate Eid al-Adha. The arrests were made during a late-night checking drive by Mohanlalganj police.
Police in Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against three individuals following a complaint alleging unlawful religious conversion. The complaint stated that people were being lured to a Christian prayer meeting in Lucknow.
A 20-year-old man was arrested in Lucknow for allegedly kidnapping a 17-year-old girl under the guise of marriage. The arrest followed a complaint filed by the girl's parents, leading to the girl's rescue.
A 50-year-old woman and her 18-year-old visually-impaired son were found dead in their Lucknow home, with police investigating the case as a double homicide.
Punjab Kings face a must-win situation against Lucknow Super Giants to keep their IPL playoff hopes alive, needing a turnaround after a series of defeats and dependence on other match results.
Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten century helped Punjab Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants and keep their hopes of reaching the IPL playoffs alive, according to assistant coach Brad Haddin.
Rishabh approached the franchisee with this request and we have respectfully accepted it.
Punjab Kings kept their IPL playoff hopes alive after a convincing win over Lucknow Super Giants, but qualification now depends on results involving MI, RR and KKR.
Josh Inglis's blistering 72 helped Lucknow Super Giants post a competitive 196 for six against Punjab Kings in their IPL match. Inglis and Ayush Badoni's aggressive batting helped Lucknow recover from an early slump.
An FIR has been filed against a gas agency in Lucknow for allegedly illegally storing domestic LPG cylinders and attempting to sell them on the black market.
Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten century and Prabhsimran Singh's half-century helped Punjab Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants by seven wickets, keeping their playoff hopes alive. Punjab Kings now depend on the result of the Rajasthan Royals versus Mumbai Indians match to determine their fate in IPL 2026.
A 17-year-old boy in Lucknow killed his father after becoming resentful of his father's spending on substance abuse, which was burdening the family financially. This incident follows a similar case in February where a man killed and dismembered his father.
Speaking ahead of the 2026 season, Goenka said the team is still shaping its identity and that real respect comes only with winning the trophy.
Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant has been fined Rs 12 lakh after his team maintained a slow over-rate during their IPL match against Chennai Super Kings.
Sunil Gavaskar defended Rishabh Pant after the LSG captain's live TV slip-up, blaming broadcasters for interviewing losing skippers immediately after emotionally charged IPL defeats.
Rajasthan Royals face Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial IPL match, needing an all-round improvement to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Royals must address batting collapses and fielding errors to secure a vital win.
Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif has defended Rishabh Pant after he was removed as India's Test vice-captain following a disappointing IPL season with Lucknow Super Giants. Kaif said Pant should not be judged on his IPL performances alone and insisted he remains India's biggest match-winner in Test cricket.
Lucknow Super Giants are considering a leadership change after two disappointing IPL seasons. Director of Cricket Tom Moody admitted that captain Rishabh Pant has struggled with the pressures of captaincy, impacting his performance. The team finished seventh in 2025 and is set to end the 2026 season near the bottom of the table.
A 13-year-old hearing-impaired boy, missing from his West Bengal home for two years, was reunited with his family through the efforts of a government shelter home in Lucknow, with Aadhaar playing a crucial role in tracing his identity.
After a shaky start, Chennai Super Kings recovered to post a total of 187 against Lucknow Super Giants, thanks to a resilient innings from Kartik Sharma and support from Dewald Brevis and Shivam Dube.
A 17-year-old boy in Lucknow has been detained by police after allegedly killing his father, who was reportedly a drug addict and abusive towards his family. The incident occurred after a dispute, and investigations revealed the father's substance abuse and mistreatment of family members as potential motives.
Teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi opened up on his dream IPL journey with Rajasthan Royals, recalling his first-ball six, maiden century and the life lessons from his father that shaped his fearless approach.
Sachin Tendulkar posts emotional message after Arjun's long-awaited LSG debut in IPL 2026.
Chennai Super Kings skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad admitted that his bowlers failed to live up to expectations in the team's seven-wicket defeat to Lucknow Super Giants in an IPL match. CSK, with 12 points from 12 matches, now find themselves in a must-win situation in their remaining league games.
Chennai Super Kings, still in the hunt for a play-off berth, will look to continue their recent resilient run when they take on the already-eliminated Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL 2026 match on Friday.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper Rishabh Pant lamented poor fielding as a key factor in their five-wicket loss to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a recent Indian Premier League (IPL) match. Despite a strong batting performance, dropped catches and Urvil Patel's explosive innings led to CSK's victory, effectively ending LSG's playoff hopes.
A woman in Lucknow, frustrated by alleged inaction in a land dispute, attempted self-immolation near Lok Bhawan but was rescued by police. The incident highlights the woman's grievances regarding encroachment and lack of resolution despite multiple applications.
Lucknow Super Giants head coach Justin Langer has praised Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling him a generational talent with the potential to dominate world cricket.
The Allahabad high court has quashed criminal proceedings against Wipro Chairman Azim Premji and other senior officials in a case related to alleged labour law violations.
Punjab Kings (PBKS) are keeping their approach simple and positive ahead of their final IPL 2026 league match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday.
Uttar Pradesh is experiencing an intense heatwave, with Banda recording the highest temperature at 47.6 degrees Celsius. The IMD has issued a 'Red Colour Warning' for severe heatwave conditions. The extreme heat is disrupting daily life and economic activity, prompting government action to prevent heat-related illnesses.
A delegation of Dalit Congress leaders faces disciplinary action after an unscheduled visit to BSP chief Mayawati's residence in Lucknow, coinciding with Rahul Gandhi's visit and raising questions about party authorisation and alliance dynamics.
Devdutt Padikkal credits Virat Kohli for helping him understand how to construct an innings in T20 cricket. He also spoke about his experiences with Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants, and how they helped him grow as a player.
A man and his second wife have been arrested in Lucknow for allegedly murdering his four-year-old son. The child's maternal grandmother filed a complaint, alleging the couple killed the boy out of greed for property. Police recovered several items allegedly used in the crime.
When wickets fall and required rates climb, Shreyas Iyer rarely loses control. His ability to remain calm under pressure has become one of Punjab's biggest strengths this season.
Latur Police have detained a man for allegedly operating an online IPL betting racket and seized valuables worth Rs 7.06 lakh.
A clash erupted in a Uttar Pradesh village over the attempted installation of a Lord Buddha statue without administrative permission, leading to stone-pelting on police and revenue officials. Several police personnel were injured, and two people have been detained.
The Uttar Pradesh Police dismantled a sleeper cell linked to Pakistani gangster Shahzad Bhatti, arresting four operatives in Saharanpur. The accused were involved in reconnaissance, radicalising youth, and planning subversive activities.
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