September 2025 – What We Covered

Welcome to the September 2025 archive on India’s Finest Gems. In just a few weeks we posted three stories that span sport, real‑estate and big‑ticket events. Below is a quick run‑through of each piece, so you can catch up without digging through every single post.

Cricket Highlights

One of the biggest headlines was the sudden loss of Sri Lanka’s fast bowler Lahiru Kumara. A left‑thigh quadriceps tear during a training session in Pune forced the selectors to pull him out of the World Cup squad. The veteran pacer Dushmantha Chameera was named as his replacement, a move that reshaped Sri Lanka’s bowling attack just as the tournament entered its critical middle phase. With the team sitting fifth after two wins from five games, every wicket counts, and Chameera’s experience could be the edge they need to stay in the knockout race.

Housing Lottery News

Switching gears, the Saumitra Vihar lottery kicked off on September 22‑23 in Lucknow. The scheme, part of the UPAVP land‑pooling initiative, offers 2,000 residential and commercial plots across multiple phases. Plots range from a modest 30 m² for economically weaker sections to a spacious 300 m² for higher‑income families. Priority went to farmers who gave up land under the state’s first land‑pooling deal, followed by the general public. If you’re hunting for an affordable plot in Lucknow, this lottery is worth a close look.

Meanwhile, cricket fans had another reason to tune in: the Asia Cup 2025. The tournament runs from September 9 to 28 in the UAE, featuring eight teams split into two groups. All matches start at 8:00 PM IST, making it easy to catch live. India opens against the UAE and faces Pakistan on September 14 in a showdown that always draws massive viewership. Afghanistan’s big win over Hong Kong set a high‑energy tone, and the final on September 28 promises an exciting climax.

These three stories illustrate the range of content we bring to our readers each month. Whether you follow sports, keep an eye on property opportunities, or just love big events, we aim to deliver timely, clear updates you can act on.

That’s the September snapshot. Bookmark this page for future reference, and check back often – we’ll keep adding fresh insights as the month unfolds.

Sri Lanka's World Cup Hope Dims as Lahiru Kumara Injury Forces Change, Dushmantha Chameera Steps In

September 24, 2025 by Aarav Khanna

Fast bowler Lahiru Kumara has been ruled out of the 2023 Cricket World Cup after a left thigh quadriceps tear in a Pune training session. Veteran pacer Dushmantha Chameera is approved as his replacement. Kumara's loss follows earlier squad tweaks involving captain Dasun Shanaka and Matheesha Pathirana. Sri Lanka sit fifth after two wins from five games, still fighting for a knockout spot.

Saumitra Vihar Lottery Kicks Off: Lucknow Home Buyers Get First Look at New Housing Scheme

September 23, 2025 by Aarav Khanna

The Saumitra Vihar housing scheme lottery started on Sept 22‑23, 2025, giving Lucknow aspirants a chance at affordable plots. Situated on New Jail Road near Gosainganj, the UPAVP project includes 2,000 residential and commercial plots per phase, with reservations for EWS and MIG buyers. Plot sizes range from 30 m² for the weakest sections to 300 m² for high‑income families. Farmers who surrendered land under the state’s first land‑pooling deal receive priority, after which the general public can apply.

Asia Cup 2025 kicks off: full schedule, UAE venues, match timings, and India vs Pakistan showdown

September 10, 2025 by Aarav Khanna

Asia Cup 2025 is underway in the UAE, running Sept 9–28 in T20I format across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Eight teams split into two groups fight for Super Four spots, with all games at 8:00 PM IST. India face UAE today and Pakistan on Sept 14 in Dubai. Afghanistan opened with a big win over Hong Kong, setting the tone for a high-intensity tournament capped by a Sept 28 final.