25-year-old prominent Afghanistan cricketer announces retirement after ODI WC 23
Kabul: Afghanistan's prominent fast bowler, Naveen-ul-Haq, has taken the cricketing world by surprise with his announcement to retire from One-Day Internationals (ODIs) following the upcoming ODI World Cup, slated to commence on October 5 in India.
The 24-year-old, who currently represents the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), intends to continue wearing Afghanistan's national jersey for T20 Internationals (T20Is).
Naveen boasts a commendable record in ODIs, having participated in seven matches and securing 14 wickets at an average of 25.42. His last appearance in a 50-over game for Afghanistan dates back to January 2021 when they faced Ireland in Abu Dhabi. Naveen made his ODI debut against Bangladesh in September 2016.
In an Instagram post, Naveen expressed his deep appreciation for representing his country and revealed his challenging decision to retire from the ODI format after the World Cup. He emphasized his commitment to continue playing T20 cricket for Afghanistan. The pacer thanked the Afghanistan Cricket Board and his fans for their unwavering support.
Naveen-ul-Haq has been a subject of controversy, notably after a heated exchange with Virat Kohli during the IPL last year, which garnered significant attention in India.
In addition to his impressive ODI statistics, Naveen has a remarkable record in T20Is, claiming 34 wickets in 27 matches at an average of 20.70.
Afghanistan will commence their World Cup campaign against Bangladesh on October 6 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.
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Allahabad HC orders probe into 'reinstatement' of teacher in UP's Barabanki
Lucknow (PTI): The Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court on Friday ordered a probe by the special task force (STF) into alleged irregularities in the rejoining of a teacher at City Intermediate College in Barabanki, observing that the reinstatement appeared to be prima facie illegal.
The court also directed the recovery of the salary paid to the teacher during the disputed period.
A bench of Justice Rajeev Singh passed the order on a petition filed by the college management committee. The court expressed doubts over the roles of the District Inspector of Schools (DIOS), Barabanki, the college principal and the teacher concerned and hence, directed a detailed inquiry into the matter.
Taking note of alleged manipulation of records and misleading submissions, the court ordered the immediate transfer of the Barabanki DIOS to ensure a fair probe. It also directed the initiation of disciplinary proceedings against the then joint director of education of the Ayodhya division.
In its order, the court found that the teacher, Abhay Kumar, was initially appointed as an assistant teacher in 2018 but joined an Eklavya Model Residential School in Chhattisgarh as a lecturer in June 2024 without obtaining permission from the management. His subsequent request to retain the lien was rejected.
Despite this, he was allowed to rejoin the Barabanki College in September 2025 on the directions of the joint director of education and the DIOS, and was even paid the salary for October 2025. The court termed the rejoining "wholly illegal" and lacking any legal basis.
The bench also expressed concern over lapses in communication within the education department and directed the Uttar Pradesh chief secretary to ensure that official orders are communicated through email and WhatsApp as well, to prevent disputes.
The matter is next listed for hearing on May 28 when a compliance report is sought.
