Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has made a bold prediction ahead of the high-stakes semi-final between the Indian national cricket team and England cricket team at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.Latif spoke on Pakistani television and backed England to beat India and advance to the final. The winner of Thursday’s match will face the New Zealand national cricket team, who booked their place in the title match after beating South Africa in the other semi-final.
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Historically, India has had a slight edge over England in T20 World Cup matches, with a head-to-head record of 3-2. Their first encounter took place in the inaugural edition in 2007, when India won by 18 runs in a memorable match. The most memorable thing about that match was the six sixes Yuvraj Singh hit in one over.England responded two years later in the 2009 tournament, beating India by a narrow margin after they fell three runs behind while chasing 154 runs. India regained the upper hand in the 2012 edition with a crushing 90-run victory. Ten years later, England defeated India in the 2022 World Cup with an outstanding performance and advanced to the final. However, India came back to win again in the 2024 T20 World Cup. Rohit Sharma.Despite India’s good record, Latif believes England have the advantage this time around.“England will win the semi-final,” Latif said.“They came from a difficult situation and were successful with 2-3 batsmen. That’s what they needed, their middle order was strong,” he said.“England understands these conditions very well. Even if just one England player performs well, it can be enough for India to lose,” he further added.England’s journey to the semi-finals has been one of resilience. They have had to bounce back from challenging situations in several games, including tight matches against Nepal and Pakistan, and they have shown composure under pressure. The team also defeated New Zealand in the Super 8 stage and remained unbeaten.England captain looks ahead to semi-finals Harry Brooke Emphasizing the value of winning close games in global championships.Brooke said: “We won tight games, which proved to be very important at the World Cup, and we are confident going into the deeper stages of the competition.”“We’ve won games we probably shouldn’t have, and it feels like we’ve never really been out of any games so far, which puts you in a good position going into these world games.”
TVs are easier to use than ever these days, and in fact I’ve been looking for a good 55-inch TV to replace my aging Samsung TV for the past decade. Luckily, you don’t need to spend a lot of money to get a good 55-inch smart TV. You can definitely find good models below $40,000 or even less $35,000.
There are a variety of value-for-money 55-inch TVs under Rs 35,000.
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I’m personally looking for a TV with Google TV or Fire TV built-in to sort the navigation within the experience. I want the TV to work with my PlayStation 5 as well, so I’m looking for features like automatic low-latency mode and MEMC. If there’s a 120Hz refresh rate, that’s just an added bonus. I’m also looking for good image quality, hopefully a QLED as I like deep blacks.
While these options do highlight these features, some of the cheaper models I recommend here may miss out on the above features but still make sense for you based on the lower price. Taking all this into consideration, here are the best TV options that I have found on Flipkart and would buy.
This TV is a 2025 TV, but that doesn’t matter because you’re getting top-notch quality for your money. This TV retails for approx. $30,000, you get a lot for the price. You get a 55-inch 4K QLED TV that supports Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, as well as Google TV 5.0.
Another nice thing I noticed about this TV is that it supports a 120Hz refresh rate, which comes in handy when I have a PlayStation 5 system connected. So if you are planning to connect a gaming console to this as well, maybe an Xbox Series X, Series S or PlayStation 5, then this will be very useful as you will be able to enjoy smooth visuals.
In addition to this, it also has ALLM, which is automatic low latency mode, and has MEMC. The overall sound configuration is also quite powerful, 50W. Plus, Motorola is a trustworthy brand and I think this will be a good choice for a lot of people, especially at just under $30,000.
Based on our current research, we’ve found that this TV is also rated very well, with a 4.3-star rating after around 16,000 reviews from verified buyers. Buyers appreciate the TV’s picture quality, sound, connectivity and value for money. Buyers said the installation could have been better.
Another bonus is that this TV is also available in smaller and larger sizes at a very reasonable price. For example, the 65-inch model costs approximately $40,000 and a huge 75 inch TV will cost you approx. $62,000, which is cheap compared to a few years ago.
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This TV also uses a QLED panel, measures 55 inches, and you can choose between Google TV and Fire TV operating systems. But here I would recommend the Fire TV OS option which costs approx. $33,000. Yes, it’s not a Google TV experience, but I think Fire TV itself offers a great user experience, so you can definitely go with it considering the cheaper price tag.
This TV is also a QLED model, so the black levels will be better compared to traditional IPS LCD panels. Having said that, you get support for Dolby DTS-X and Dolby DTS Virtual X. The TV comes with 34W sound setup. It also supports HDR10+, covering 94% of the DCI-P3 color gamut.
The TV supports HDMI ARC connectivity, has an optical input, network port, 3.5mm jack, and has a 60Hz refresh rate. It also supports features like AirPlay 2 and Miracast, so you can cast from Apple devices as well. So if you’re in the Apple ecosystem, this might be great. The bezel size is also quite thin, so if you’re looking for a good-looking TV, this will suit it well.
This TV has a consistent four-star rating after more than 15,000 verified buyer reviews. People said that the image quality with deep blacks worked really well for them, and they also appreciated the build quality of the product. However, sometimes users say that the installation could have been better because the service installation partner was not the best.
Specification
Fire TV OS/Google TV options
Reasons to buy
QLED panel with HDR10+
Fire TV interface is smooth and responsive
AirPlay 2 and Miracast support
Slim design
Reasons to avoid
Only 60Hz refresh rate
This TV is available at approx. $26,000 which means you will save approx. $7,000–8,000 cheaper (based on current discounts) compared to TVs with QLED technology. But depending on how you make your purchasing decision, it might make more sense.
If you’re buying a TV for an area where picture quality isn’t the highest priority, because it’s a traditional LED TV and not a QLED TV, the black levels won’t be that good. However, if you want a big TV with the Google TV experience for daily use (perhaps for the office), the Realme TechLife 55-inch TV could be a good choice.
It offers a 60Hz refresh rate on a 55-inch panel and also supports Dolby Audio, as well as other features such as MEMC, making it perfect for watching sports events and more. Buyers have given positive reviews to the product on Flipkart, with over 4,000 reviews giving it 4.5 stars. People say this is a good value TV with good picture quality and good viewing angles. Meanwhile, some negative news mentions glitches.
Specification
55-inch LED display
4K Ultra HD resolution
60Hz refresh rate
Google TV
Dolby sound
MEMC support
advantage
Very affordable for a 55-inch TV
Google TV interface
MEMC enables smoother motion
Buyers give rave reviews
shortcoming
Occasionally reported software glitches
Reasons to buy
Very affordable for a 55-inch TV
Google TV interface
MEMC enables smoother motion
Buyers give rave reviews
Reasons to avoid
Occasionally reported software glitches
Haier is definitely a trustworthy brand in home appliances and TVs. If you factor in the bank discount, this particular model can be a deal, bringing the total price down to less than $35,000 after applying for card benefits and UPI discount. But even in its $Priced at $38,990, it’s certainly worth the money, offering Google TV, 4K UHD resolution, HDR10 support, MEMC, 20-watt speaker output, and more.
This isn’t the best for gaming, as the refresh rate is limited to 60Hz. But if you’re looking for a good brand experience and overall high-quality image output, this might be worth the investment. Buyers on Flipkart have given it a rating of 4.4 stars out of over 225 verified buyer ratings, with many praising the picture quality. However, some buyers noted that the image quality didn’t meet their expectations. Regardless, the television received generally good ratings.
Reasons to buy
Solid brand reputation
Google TV interface
Good picture quality in HDR10
Bank quotes can significantly reduce prices
Reasons to avoid
Only 60Hz refresh rate
20W speakers are average
The TV is available in two options: the 2024 model, which is approx. $It’s 2,000 cheaper, and it’s still the 2025 model we recommend. The 2025 model is equipped with 4K ultra-high-definition resolution, 55-inch size, supports Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, and has a refresh rate of 60Hz.
The TV also features AI motion enhancer, AI HDR enhancer, and 360-degree sound enhancement. Plus, it’s Google TV, so you can enjoy navigation features while using your TV.
Being a Japanese brand, Toshiba makes products that are generally very reliable, which is evident from the consistent 4.3-star rating this TV received from verified buyers on Flipkart. Buyers say the TV’s picture quality is great and the sound is good. However, some noted that while the sound is loud, it’s not as soothing and may lack bass, while the mids are less pronounced.
Specification
Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
Reasons to buy
Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support
Google TV interface
AI image enhancement function
Reasons to avoid
Sound lacks bass and balanced mids
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New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday soft-launched four digital tools and unveiled the mascots of Census 2027, ‘Pragati’ (female) and ‘Vikas’ (male).These mascots symbolize the equal participation of men and women in India’s journey to become a developed nation by 2047.The new digital platform, developed by the Center for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), is designed to support the enumeration process of the world’s largest census exercise.The 2027 Census is scheduled to begin on April 1, 2026, and will be conducted in two phases. The first phase, a home listing and housing census, will take place from April to September 2026, followed by the census phase in February 2027.The national headcount will be conducted entirely digitally for the first time. Before enumerators begin going door-to-door, citizens can also conduct a self-census online in 16 languages.At the heart of the event will be the Census Management and Monitoring System (CMMS), a dedicated digital portal designed to coordinate one of the largest administrative operations in the world.The system will mark a major shift from traditional paper-based enumerations. Instead of clipboards and paper forms, field staff will use handheld devices, geotagged mapping tools and a centralized web-based monitoring platform.More than 3.2 million enumerators, supervisors and other field officers across the country will participate in the exercise. They will use handheld devices to collect detailed demographic, social and economic data from hundreds of millions of households.The collected data will be transmitted and processed through the CMMS platform, allowing it to be aggregated, verified and monitored in near real-time, significantly reducing the time required for compilation and error correction.The 2027 Census will be the 16th national census since independence and the first to be conducted fully digitally, with a self-enumeration option for citizens.The decennial census was originally scheduled for 2021 but was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic.According to the Registrar General of India (RGI), in the first phase of the exercise, citizens will be asked 33 questions focusing on house listings and housing details.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs has refuted reports that the United States is using Indian ports to attack Iran as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate.Previously, former U.S. Army Colonel Douglas McGregor claimed in an interview with a U.S. television station that the United States used Indian naval bases in the war against Iran.
India slams ‘baseless’ claims over US use of its ports after Iranian warship torpedoed in Indian Ocean
“All of our bases were destroyed. Our port facilities were destroyed. We actually had to retreat to India and Indian ports, which was less than ideal; that’s what the Navy said,” McGregor said.The MEA fact-checking account on X rejected the claims, calling them “false.”“The claim by US channel OAN that the US Navy is using Indian ports is false. We warn you against making such baseless and fabricated comments,” the MEA said.India expressed “deep concern” over the escalation of tensions in the Middle East and called on all parties concerned to exercise restraint, avoid further escalation and ensure the safety of civilians.U.S. and Israeli forces launched coordinated air strikes on Iran, killing the country’s 86-year-old Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and chaos erupted in the Middle East.Iran retaliated by firing missiles at Israel and targeting U.S. military bases in the Gulf country.Earlier on Wednesday, a torpedo fired by a US submarine sank the Iranian warship IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean, killing 87 people. The ship recently paid a goodwill visit to India. The attack was the first time a U.S. submarine had attacked a surface warship since World War II.On Thursday, the war entered its sixth day, with no sign of a let-up.According to reports, the conflict has killed more than 1,000 people in Iran and about 12 people in Israel. At least six U.S. troops were also killed in the fighting.U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have defended the offensive, arguing that Iran poses an imminent threat.“If we don’t do it first, they’re going to do it to Israel, and if they can, they’re going to give us a chance,” Trump said.
New Delhi: Chief Minister of Bihar Nitish Kumar He announced on Thursday his decision to resign from the state’s top job and head to the House of Commons.Nitish said in a social media post on
Big surprise in Bihar: CM Nitish Kumar to contest Lok Sabha polls, BJP to rule Bihar
Nitish said: “For more than two decades, you have given me trust and support. It is based on this trust that we serve Bihar and all of you wholeheartedly. It is the power of your belief and support that makes Bihar present new development and dignity today. For this, I have expressed my gratitude to you many times in the past.”“From the very beginning of my Parliamentary journey, I have aspired to be a member of both Houses of the Bihar Legislative Assembly and both Houses of Parliament. To fulfill this aspiration, I have sought to become a member of the Lok Sabha in the elections held this time. I would like to assure you with complete honesty that my association with you will continue in the future too and my determination to work with you to build a developed Bihar will remain as unwavering as ever. The new government to be formed will have my full cooperation and guidance. “The post comes less than four months after Nitish led the National Democratic Alliance to a landslide victory in the Bihar polls. The veteran leader, who just turned 75, was sworn in for a record tenth term in November and is now set to move to the House of Commons.With Nitish joining the Upper House, the door has opened for the BJP to appoint its own chief minister of Bihar for the first time. According to leaders familiar with the discussions, Nitish will formally enter the upper house once the new term of the House of Representatives begins on April 9 after the outgoing members retire. In the NDA, the transition is seen as an orchestrated changing of the guard that will allow a new leadership team to take office ahead of the next political cycle.Speculations are also mounting about Nitish’s son’s political debut, Nishant KumarIt is expected to enter public life soon. While some within the coalition believe he could be considered for deputy first minister, it’s unclear what his role or responsibilities would be.The Times of India earlier reported that potential successors include Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and Union Minister Nityanand Rai, both of whom are seen as strong contenders if the BJP takes over the top job.
The Pentagon on Wednesday released the last two names of the six U.S. service members killed in a drone strike in Kuwait on Sunday, identifying them as Chief Warrant Officer Robert Mazan, 54, of Sacramento, California, and Maj. Jeffrey O’Brien, 45, of Indianola, Iowa.
According to the Ministry of National Defense, Mazan was at the command center in the port of Shuaiba when the attack occurred. He is believed to have died on the spot, pending final confirmation by forensics. Major O’Brien is a signals officer and information systems engineer with a twenty-year career in cybersecurity.
The other four soldiers identified prior to Tuesday were:
Sgt. Declan Coady, 20, West Des Moines, Iowa (posthumously promoted to specialist)
Sgt. Private First Class Nicole Amor, 39, of White Bear Lake, Minn.
Capt. Cody Khork, 35, Winter Haven, Fla.
Sgt. First Prize Noah Tietjens, 42, Bellevue, Neb.
All six victims were members of the 103rd Sustainment Command, an Army Reserve unit that provides critical logistics and supplies.
The deadly attack came a day after the United States and Israel launched “Operation Epic Fury” against Iran, triggering retaliatory drone and missile strikes across the Gulf.
Mumbai: Nets practice on Wednesday is optional but Varun Chakravarthy is in attendance along with bowling coach Morne Morkelslogging through it in scorching heat.Push boundaries with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!The focus throughout the training ground and during India’s match on Tuesday night was the distance he needs to hit the ball in Thursday’s semi-final against England at the Wankhede Stadium.
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Varun performed well during the T20 World Cup campaign, finishing the four group matches with 9 wickets and a strike rate of 8. But in the Super Eights, when he faced stronger opponents, he found something lacking. In these three games, he took just two wickets at a strike rate of 24 and conceded 10.16 runs per over, much higher than his career average of 7.23. He scored 1/47 against South Africa, 1/35 against Zimbabwe and 1/40 against West Indies.Against South Africa, David Miller, Dewald Brewis and Tristan Stubbs showed their mettle to challenge the mysterious spinner. As a result, he made mistakes with his line and length – bowling a little short or full under pressure – which put him into the batsman’s arc, knocking him down either side of the ground or the wicket. In the final match against West Indies at the Eden Gardens, the same story repeated itself as Shimron Hetmyer and Jason Holder chased the Kolkata Knight Riders spinners. When batsmen struggled with him, they diminished his ability to squeeze in the middle and exploit wickets to keep opponents on the mat.
Varun remains one of the top five wicket-takers in this edition with 12 scalps, but the team seems to have dissected his changes, especially Gugli, his first-choice delivery to take wickets. Almost 75% of his wickets in T20Is have come from googles. When he bowls fast, opposing batsmen will treat him as an incoming bowler and try to hit him straighter. When he gets the ball out of the way, hitters back themselves up and adjust.With people like Phil Salter, If the housekeeper, Harry BrookeLed by Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks, England will take lessons from Varun’s performances against South Africa and West Indies to exploit shorter boundaries and put the 34-year-old under pressure.During a media interaction, Morkel revealed that discussions with Varun focused on “clearing” his plans a day before the game and “making him feel good about his body when he leaves”.“With Varun’s changes, he has the ability to take wickets on almost every ball. So, the discussion is, if he gets a boundary, the goal is to get to the next boundary and make sure he commits to the next ball. Once you get into the crease, he’s difficult to pick. So, for him, it’s just about getting him confident with the ball, getting his pace, length and control right,” Morkel said.
montana senator and former navy seal Tim Sheehy Helped deport a former Marine Brian McGinniswho protested at the Capitol against the Iran war. Video of Wednesday’s incident viral After going online, it caused widespread response.
Sen. Tim Sheehy (R-MT) (R) and U.S. Capitol Police injure a protester’s arm as they try to remove him from the door during a Senate Armed Services Subcommittee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., March 4, 2026. (AFP Getty Images)
Many people slammed Sheehy’s actions, claiming he broke the former soldier’s hand. Sheehy’s own update on the incident was also fact-checked on X. The Republican wrote, “Capitol Police attempted to remove a disturbed protester from an Armed Forces hearing. He was fighting back. I decided to help and de-escalate the situation. This gentleman came to the Capitol looking for a confrontation, and he got one. I hope he gets the help he needs without causing further violence.”
The X community provides the following background information, explain “The senator described this as a ‘de-escalation,’ but the full video/report shows him working with police to grab the Marine’s leg and then break his arm. Reports say the protester was treated for his injuries. He protested that the Marine was not there to initiate a confrontation.”
While Shea may face criticism from some quarters, his chief of staff, Mike Berger, also praised the lawmaker.
He wrote on
The patch would likely acknowledge Sheehy’s role in helping oust protesters. The congressman can be seen on the video grabbing McInnis by his legs and trying to remove him and Capitol Police from the room. In another part of the video, he can be seen trying to get the former Marine to let go of the door while Capitol Police officers try to remove him.
Brian McGinnis launches GoFundMe
McInnis is a member of the Green Party and a former firefighter. He is running for Senate in North Carolina. To do this, he started a GoFundMe and shared it on X.
“As a Marine, service has always been my calling. Now I am running for North Carolina Senate to continue serving the people of North Carolina. This campaign is driven by you, not corporations,” he wrote.
His page reads: “I am a proud Marine and have always believed that service does not end when the uniform comes off. My experience in the Marine Corps taught me discipline, resilience, and what it truly means to put others before myself. I have integrated these values into every part of my life, and now I am moving forward in a new way through this event to serve my community.” District Service. I am not supported by big money or special interests, but by a person who truly believes in integrity, responsibility, and leadership rooted in service: fighting for our communities, standing up for principles, and leading with honor. Your support helps me focus on people, not politics, and every contribution brings us one step closer to making real change together.”
McGinnis’ GoFundMe has a goal of $13,000 and has raised $8,341 as of this writing.
MUMBAI: In T20 cricket, contribution at crucial moments is often as important as the number of runs or wickets. Shivam Dubey has contributed on many occasions in the past two years when India needed him the most.Push boundaries with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!In the 2024 T20 World Cup final against South Africa, India’s record is reduced to 106/4 and they need support. Virat Kohli and guide them to achieve competitive overall scores. Rohit Sharma The temperament in favor of Dube puts him ahead of Hardik Pandya. The left-hander responded with a crucial 16-ball 27 and he shared a 57-run fifth wicket with Kohli to help India reach 176/7.
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During last year’s Asia Cup final against Pakistan, Dube was once again pushed up the rankings, this time ahead of Linku Singh. He led India to a score of 77/4 and he teamed up with Tilak Varma to score a 40-ball 60 to lead India to a 5-wicket win with 33 runs off 22 balls.The 32-year-old has continued to make timely contributions in this T20 World Cup and will do so again when India take on England in the semi-finals at their home venue, the Wankhede Stadium, on Thursday.It was here that Dube first attracted attention in the inaugural T20 Mumbai League, hitting five sixes in a match for Shivaji Park Lions. He repeated the feat in a Ranji Trophy match against Baroda in 2018 and earned an IPL contract the following year.Dube didn’t start early against the United States and Namibia at this World Cup, but his batting picked up steam as the tournament wore on. He was widely praised for his 17-ball 27 against Pakistan and a fluid 31-ball 66 against the Netherlands, while his blistering eight-for-four against the West Indies in the previous match helped India seal a berth in the semi-finals.this chennai super kings The all-rounder was praised after that match, with head coach Gautam Gambhir and front-runner Jasprit Bumrah highlighting the importance of his brief cameo.“For me, Shivam’s two boundaries are as important as Sanju’s 97 because if he had not hit those two boundaries, that knock might not have been talked about,” Gambhir said. “Big contributions make headlines, but small contributions can help a team cross the line.”Bumrah echoed this sentiment in a video posted by the ICC on Instagram. “The two fours that Dube hit – not many people will appreciate that. But people who know cricket know that those two boundaries release pressure,” he said.While Dube’s performances with the bat have been consistent, India would like him to make more of an impact with the ball as his price has been high. bowling coach Morne Morkel Believe this is more about execution than form. “I don’t think it’s a loss of bowling form,” Morkel said on Wednesday. “Shivam knows his game very well. Sometimes the idea behind the delivery is right but the execution is not that good.”Morkel added that improving his decision-making with the ball will be key. “Teams will chase him, but it also creates opportunities to take wickets. If he can be a little smarter and execute better, it will make a big difference.”Dube struggled with short pace early in his international career but has worked hard to overcome this weakness at the Nets. India will hope he can create a similar comeback with the ball.
Indian expats in Sharjah win Dh15 million in Abu Dhabi lottery
An expat living in Sharjah has become the UAE’s latest multi-millionaire after winning a Dh15 million jackpot in the Big Ticket Abu Dhabi draw, one of the Gulf’s most popular monthly lotteries. The winner, Vibeesh Palliyali, purchased the winning ticket (number 394150) on February 28 and was declared the jackpot winner in the Series 284 live draw held in Abu Dhabi.The news has delighted expats across the UAE, who have long viewed the Big Lottery as a life-changing opportunity, especially in recent months when several big prizes have been won by local residents and tourists alike.
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The Big Ticket is a widely recognized monthly draw that invites participants to purchase tickets online or at authorized stores across the UAE, including major terminals in Abu Dhabi, in the hope of winning huge cash prizes. Draws typically award multiple tiers of prizes, with jackpots reaching tens of millions of dirhams, as well as other smaller but significant cash prizes. In recent years, the “big ticket” has resulted in a number of high-profile victories for expats from diverse backgrounds, from engineers and drivers to small business owners and long-term residents. For example, there have been winners of Dh20 million in previous series and even bigger prizes, such as the Dh25 million jackpot won by an Indian expatriate in Series 280, have also been paid out, underscoring the life-changing potential of the draw.Many participants also join group pools, splitting the cost of admission with family or friends to increase group opportunities. Over the years, such group efforts have produced several expatriate winners, highlighting how ordinary residents can turn modest investments into extraordinary returns.
Vibeesh Palliyali wins big ticket in Abu Dhabi: A moment in time wealth
Pagliali’s win was notable not only for its size, but also for its timing: He purchased his ticket days before the drawing, making the life-changing event all the more dramatic for him and those around him. Live draw announcements have been postponed from March 3 due to unforeseen circumstances related to wider regional conditions, raising anticipation ahead of the big reveal.While specific details of his post-award plans have not been made public, such awards are often used for personal investment, family support and lifestyle upgrades, from buying a home to starting a business or paying off debt, as has been seen with other recipients in recent years. Dh15 million prize money brings joy to expat community, especially in indians For people in Sharjah and neighboring cities, the dream of big tickets is familiar and persistent. Many residents shared stories of relatives or neighbors winning smaller prizes, or even joining syndicates of groups that ended up winning big.
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The Big Ticket’s appeal lies not only in the size of its prizes, but also in its accessibility: by purchasing tickets online and in person, individuals from all walks of life, from workers to managers, can participate in the hope that a lucky number might change their circumstances overnight.
Why these big winners are attracting the UAE
A grand prize like AED 15 million has the power to instantly change the financial future of the winner. The lottery attracts participants from a variety of nationalities and income levels, making it a unifying and widely watched event. The winners’ stories often circulate among expat networks, sparking discussions about luck, perseverance and opportunity in fast-paced economies like the UAE.Vibeesh Palliyali, an expatriate living in Sharjah, won AED 15 million in the Big Ticket Abu Dhabi Draw Series 284. The draw offered generous cash prizes and attracted participants from a diverse demographic across the UAE. Pagliari purchased the winning ticket on February 28, shortly before the draw was announced. Previous Big Lottery winners have taken home jackpots ranging from Dh15 million to Dh25 million or more, reflecting the draw’s high stakes and broad appeal.
