National Lottery Results for August 31, 2024
The **National Lottery** results for August 31, 2024, have been announced, bringing joy to many lucky winners. The jackpot for the Lotto draw was a staggering £10.6 million. The winning numbers for the Lotto were 02, 03, 29, 45, 48, and 52, with the Bonus Ball being 54. In addition to the Lotto, the Thunderball draw also took place. The winning numbers for the Thunderball were 11, 19, 27, 33, and 36, with the Thunderball number being 12.
Big Wins in the National Lottery
Several individuals have had their lives changed overnight thanks to their lucky numbers. The **National Lottery** has a rich history of creating millionaires. The first draw was held on November 19, 1994, with a jackpot of £5,874,778 shared by seven winners. Over the years, the lottery has seen some incredible wins. The largest single ticket win was £42 million in 1996. More recently, **Gareth Bull** won £41 million in November 2020 and used his winnings to build a luxury manor house with a pool. Another notable winner, **Sue Davies**, won £500,000 after buying a ticket to celebrate ending five months of shielding during the pandemic. **Sandra Devine** accidentally won £300,000 when she intended to buy her usual £100 scratchcard.
Odds and Historical Context
The odds of winning the lottery are estimated to be about one in 14 million, making these wins even more remarkable. The biggest jackpot ever up for grabs was £66 million in January last year, won by two ticket holders. **Karl**, who won £11 million at the age of 23 in 1996, is another example of how the lottery can change lives. These stories highlight the life-changing potential of the lottery, despite the long odds.
Kerala Lottery Results for August 31, 2024
In addition to the National Lottery, the **Kerala Lottery** results for the Karunya KR-669 draw held on August 31, 2024, have also been declared. The first prize of Rs. 80 lakh was won by the ticket with the number KX 895595. The second prize of Rs. 5 lakh went to the ticket with the number KW 340556. Multiple tickets won the third prize of Rs. 1 lakh each. Consolation prizes worth Rs. 8,000 each were also awarded to several ticket holders.
Claiming Your Prize Money
Winners of the **Kerala Lottery** must claim their prizes within 30 days at the Kerala Lottery Office in Thiruvananthapuram. Required documents include a photocopy of the winning ticket self-attested on both sides, two passport-sized images authorized by a Gazette officer, a verified PAN card copy, a completed online form for receiving award money with a revenue stamp, and valid identification cards such as PAN, Aadhaar, voter ID, or ration cards.
Upcoming Draws and Information
The next big draw to look forward to is the Onam Thiruvonam Bumper BR-99 lottery, which will take place on October 9. The first prize for this draw is a whopping Rs. 25 crore. Participants can view the results on the official Kerala Lottery Department website.
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Kerala Lottery Draw Process and History
The **Kerala Lottery** “Karunya KR” is one of the seven weekly lucky draws conducted every Saturday at 3 PM. Each lottery has an alphanumeric code, with “KR” representing Karunya KR. The draw uses a lottery machine where winning numbers are drawn randomly from numbered balls inside a rotating drum known as a bingo cage. The weekly lottery schedule in Kerala includes the Akshaya Lottery on Sunday, the Win-Win Lottery on Monday, the Sthree Sakthi Lottery on Tuesday, the Fifty-Fifty Lottery on Wednesday, the Karunya Plus Lottery on Thursday, the Nirmal Lottery on Friday, and the Karunya Lottery on Saturday.
Tax Deduction on Winnings
Winners of the **Kerala Lottery** should be aware of the tax deductions on their winnings. A tax deduction of up to 30% from the prize amount won is applicable. Additionally, an agent’s commission fee of up to 10% may also be deducted. It is important to keep tickets safe, as damaged tickets may prevent claims due to multiple security features embedded in them.
Conclusion
The lottery continues to be a source of excitement and life-changing opportunities for many. Whether it’s the **National Lottery** in the UK or the **Kerala Lottery** in India, the thrill of winning and the stories of those who have won serve as a reminder of the possibilities that lie within a simple ticket. As always, participants are encouraged to play responsibly and keep their tickets safe.
