Mega Millions Jackpot Climbs to $306 Million
The **Mega Millions** jackpot for Friday, July 26, stood at a staggering $306 million. The cash option for this massive prize was $143.8 million. The latest winning numbers for the draw were 2, 14, 33, 58, and 65, with the **Mega Ball** being 3. The **Megaplier** for this draw was 3x, which could significantly increase the winnings for those who opted for it.
In the previous drawing on Tuesday, there were no jackpot winners. However, three lucky individuals matched the **Match 5 + Megaplier** combination, winning substantial prizes in **Indiana**, **New Jersey**, and **Oregon**. Additionally, two players matched the **Match 5** combination in **Connecticut** and **Virginia**. These winners walked away with impressive sums, though not the jackpot.
Kerala Lottery Announces Nirmal NR-390 Winners
The **Kerala State Lottery Department** announced the results for the **Nirmal NR-390** lottery on Friday, July 26. The first prize, worth Rs. 70 lakh, went to ticket number **NC954802** from **Alappuzha**. The agent responsible for selling this winning ticket was **Chandrasekhar P**, with agency number **A3379**. The second prize, worth Rs. 10 lakh, was claimed by ticket number **NB643975** from **Kannur**, sold by agent **C K Uma Sankar** with agency number **C4241**.
The full list of winning numbers for the **Nirmal NR-390** lottery includes various prizes ranging from Rs. 8,000 for the consolation prize to Rs. 100 for the seventh prize. The Kerala State Lottery Department ensures transparency and fairness in the draw, with results published on their official website and in the **Kerala Government Gazette**.
Imps Lottery Supports Local Talent
The **Mega Navigation Imps Lottery** announced its winning number for July 26, 2024. The winning number was **554944**. This lottery, set up to support the club’s academy, aims to develop local players with dreams of making it to **City’s first team**. Supporters receive a unique six-digit lucky number upon signing up, with each entry costing £1. Multiple entries are allowed, each with a separate number.
The prizes for the **Imps Lottery** include a £25,000 jackpot for matching all six numbers, £1,000 for matching five numbers, £25 for matching four numbers, and five free plays for matching three numbers. All profits from the lottery go towards helping develop local talent, making it a win-win for both the club and its supporters.
How to Play and Win
Playing the **Mega Millions** lottery is straightforward. A ticket costs $2 per play, and for an additional $1, players can add the **Megaplier** to potentially increase their winnings outside of the jackpot. Drawings are held twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays at approximately 11 p.m. ET. The results can be watched live on **YouTube**.
For the **Kerala Lottery**, players can check the results on the official website or in the Kerala Government Gazette. To claim the prize money, winners need to provide a copy of the winning ticket with their signature on both sides, two passport-sized photos approved by a gazetted official, a signed copy of their **PAN card**, and verifiable identification documents such as **Aadhaar**, **PAN**, **ration card**, and **voter ID cards**.
Upcoming Lottery Draws
The **Kerala State Lottery Department** has a weekly draw schedule with different lotteries offering substantial prizes. For instance, the **Win Win** lottery on Monday offers a first prize of Rs. 75 lakh, while the **Sthree Sakthi** lottery on Tuesday also offers Rs. 75 lakh. The **Fifty Fifty** lottery on Wednesday has a first prize of Rs. 1 crore, and the **Karunya Plus** lottery on Thursday offers Rs. 80 lakh. The **Nirmal** lottery on Friday offers Rs. 70 lakh, the **Karunya** lottery on Saturday offers Rs. 80 lakh, and the **Akshaya** lottery on Sunday offers Rs. 70 lakh.
Additionally, the **Kerala Bumper Lotteries** have a special schedule with even larger prizes. The **Monsoon Bumper BR-98** draw is set for July 31, with a first prize of Rs. 10 crore. This draw is highly anticipated, and many players are eagerly waiting to see if they will be the next big winner.
Conclusion
Lottery winners from around the world are celebrating their big wins. From the **Mega Millions** jackpot in the United States to the **Nirmal NR-390** lottery in Kerala, and the **Imps Lottery** in the UK, these lucky individuals have struck gold. With upcoming draws and substantial prizes, the excitement continues to build. Whether you are a regular player or trying your luck for the first time, the chance to win big is always just a ticket away.