‘Arrest illegal', Kalka court orders immediate release of teenager
2
Panchkula: Declaring the arrest of an 18-year-old boy illegal due to a violation of an earlier bail order, a Kalka court has ordered his immediate release and directed a detailed medical examination over allegations of custodial torture in an Arms Act case.
Parvesh Sharma was booked in a celebratory firing related incident and earlier got bail from the court, but was still arrested under other sections in the same case. The police now moved an application for the re-arrest of the accused as Sections 25(1)(a), 25(1)(b), and 27(2) of the Arms Act, 1959 were added. Interestingly, the application was not forwarded by Assistant Public Prosecutor Ranvijay Rana, as he submitted that he was not at all convinced with the application.
The court asked the investigating officer when and why the accused was arrested even before the application for re-arrest was put up before him. He submitted that the accused was arrested yesterday when he came to join the investigation in pursuance of the notice. The IO was asked whether the order dated June 27, by which the bail of the accused was allowed by the court, was challenged and set aside by any superior court.
by Taboola
by Taboola
Sponsored Links
Sponsored Links
Promoted Links
Promoted Links
You May Like
Le Bitcoin Passe la Barre des 90 000$ – Un Marché Haussier est-il en train de Naître ?
eToro Market Updates
Click Here
Undo
He replied in the negative. The assistant public prosecutor submitted that he could not defend the act and conduct of the IO.
Counsel Deepanshu Bansal for the accused submitted that the accused was arrested in complete violation of the bail order. He submitted that the accused cooperated with the police by appearing before them on July 15, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. However, the police simply arrested him and took him to the Crime Investigation Agency (CIA) of the Panchkula police, where he was physically tortured.
Preserve CCTV footages: Rights panel
Commenting on the case, the Haryana Human Rights Commission said, "Illegal detention and giving third-degree torture to a person in custody by any police officer/official is a serious violation of human rights. These allegations are pointing towards gross misconduct." Commission member Deep Bhatia directed the Panchkula police commissioner to preserve the CCTV footage of all the cameras installed at Pinjore police station, District Panchkula, and produce the same along with the medical record of accused on the next date of hearing July 23.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Hindu
28 minutes ago
- The Hindu
Delhi woman, boyfriend held for killing husband, dumping body in drain; one accused absconding
Delhi Police has arrested a woman and her boyfriend for allegedly plotting and executing the murder of her husband and dumping his body in a drain in Haryana's Sonipat, an official said on Saturday (August 2, 2025). The arrested accused have been identified as Soniya (34), a resident of Alipur in Delhi, and her 28-year-old boyfriend Rohit, who hails from Sonipat, the official said, adding that another accused in the case, Vijay, is absconding. The murder was committed over the affair, as well as the victim's abusive and criminal behaviour, he added. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime) Harsh Indora said, "The victim, Pritam Prakash (42), was a known history-sheeter in Alipur. He had more than 10 cases registered against him, including those under the Arms Act, Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, and under various sections of the Indian Penal Code. He had also been declared a proclaimed offender by the court." On July 5, 2024, Pritam came to pick up Soniya from her sister's house in Sonipat's Gannaur but left after an argument. That day, Soniya offered ₹50,000 to her sister's brother-in-law Vijay and asked him to kill her husband. Later, when Pritam returned and pleaded with her, Soniya let him stay in the house. However, that night while she slept on the terrace, Vijay killed Pritam and dumped his body in a drain near Agwanpur. Vijay sent her a video of the body on social media, which was later deleted. On July 20, Soniya lodged a missing complaint with Alipur Police, claiming that her husband had gone out and never returned. While the case was initially treated as a routine missing person report, it raised suspicion when there were no financial or digital footprints of the victim for several weeks. During the investigation, the team traced the mobile number linked to Pritam, which had become active again after nearly a year. Surveillance revealed that the phone was being used in Sonipat, leading the team to Rohit. On being questioned, Rohit initially misled the investigators but later broke down and confessed to the crime, police said. Rohit told police that he was in a relationship with Soniya and that the two had conspired to kill Pritam, DCP Indora said. He admitted that Soniya allegedly paid Vijay to eliminate her husband. Around the same time, Haryana Police recovered an unidentified male body from the area, but were unable to identify it. The case remained unsolved until Delhi Police connected the dots nearly a year later. Police said Soniya later sold Pritam's auto rickshaw for ₹4.5 lakh and gave his mobile phone to Rohit. DNA samples preserved during the Haryana post-mortem will now be used to conclusively identify the body. Soniya was about 15 years old when she fell in love with Pritam and got married against their families wishes. "The marriage was never reported to the police by the families, who later accepted the couple. They have three children from the wedlock, including a 16-year-old boy and two daughters," the DCP said. He said Rohit was previously involved in four criminal cases related to murder and arms possession. Rohit, who got married in April 2025 and used to work as a private cab driver, continued his extramarital affair with Soniya. Police are searching for Vijay, who is currently absconding, the DCP Indora said.
Time of India
39 minutes ago
- Time of India
Prajwal Revanna gets life imprisonment in 1st of 3 rape cases
Prajwal Revanna BENGALURU: A special court on Saturday sentenced former MP Prajwal Revanna to life imprisonment. The verdict was pronounced a day after the former parliamentarian from Hassan was found guilty of repeatedly raping his 47-year-old domestic help. Of the three rape cases and one sexual harassment case against Prajwal, this is the first to go to trial and reach a verdict. The 34-year-old grandson of former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda was once seen as a rising political star of the JD(S) first family. Special Judge Santosh Gajanan Bhat announced the punishment in a packed court hall around 4.30 pm. With his head down, Prajwal listened to the judge as he detailed the quantum of punishment under different sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). He was visibly shattered upon hearing the sentence. Later, he silently walked out of the court hall. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru In the first part of the day, Justice Bhat heard the arguments of the special public prosecutors as well as the counsel for Prajwal, who was found guilty under eight IPC sections. Among them, IPC 376 (2) (K) (being in a position of control or dominance over a woman, committing rape on such a woman) and 376 (2) (N) (committing rape repeatedly on the same woman) resulted in life imprisonment. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is this legal? Access all TV channels without a subscription! Techno Mag Learn More Undo Police found it difficult to escort Prajwal out of the jam-packed court hall, with advocates, mediapersons, and others present. According to special public prosecutor Ashok Nayak, Prajwal can appeal the sentence in high court. Rs 11.3 lakh will have to be paid to survivor The court also imposed a fine of ₹11.6 lakh on Prajwal, of which, ₹11.25 lakh will have to be paid to the survivor as compensation. He can make a plea for suspension of the sentence first. If the court upholds the sentence, then Prajwal can appeal for reduction in the punishment. However, if the high court rejects both, then he may knock on the doors of Supreme Court,' special public prosecutor Ashok Nayak said. Apart from IPC 376 (2) (K) and and 376 (2) (N), the other sections under which Prajwal was found guilty and punished include: IPC 354A (sexual harassment; three years' rigorous imprisonment with a fine of Rs 25,000); IPC 354B (assault or use of criminal force on any woman; seven years' rigorous imprisonment with a fine of Rs 50,000); IPC 354C (voyeurism; three years' rigorous imprisonment with a fine of Rs 25,000); IPC 506 (criminal intimidation; two years' rigorous imprisonment with a fine of Rs 10,000); IPC 201 (tampering of evidence; three years' rigorous imprisonment with a fine of Rs 25,000); Section 66 of Information Technology Act (three years' rigorous imprisonment with a fine of Rs 25,000). DKS: Why BJP leaders not talking about it? Declining to comment on the conviction, deputy CM DK Shivakumar said the reactions of JD(S) and BJP functionaries were more important than his.'You should ask for the reactions of JD(S) and BJP leaders than asking for my comments. They have to tell us what is right and what is wrong. We respect the law and abide by it. Why are BJP leaders, including CT Ravi, Ashoka and Narayanaswamy, not talking about this?' Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Anaconda shooting: Montana manhunt intensifies for veteran accused after 4 killed; kin says suspect struggled with mental health issues
(Photo credit: AP) US Police continued scouring the rugged mountains of Montana on Saturday as the search for Michael Paul Brown, a 45-year-old military veteran accused of fatally shooting four people at The Owl Bar in Anaconda, entered its second day. Brown fled the scene in a white pickup truck, which was later abandoned, according to Lee Johnson of the Montana Division of Criminal Investigation. Johnson urged residents Friday night to stay indoors and remain alert. Authorities also released a photo of Brown, reportedly taken as he fled. In the image, he appears gaunt, barefoot, and dressed only in black shorts while walking down a set of outdoor concrete steps. "While law enforcement has not received reports of Brown harming any other individuals, he is believed to be armed, and he is extremely dangerous," Johnson said. The search concentrated near Stumptown Road, west of Anaconda, involving multiple agencies at ground level and in the air. Local businesses were permitted to operate, though Chief Bill Sather advised vigilance. Victim identifications await family notifications. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gold Is Surging in 2025 — Smart Traders Are Already In IC Markets Learn More Johnson emphasised the impact on the community: "This is a small, tight-knit community that has been harmed by the heinous actions of one individual who does not represent what this community or Montanans stand for." The bar owner, David Gwerder, confirmed Brown lived adjacent to the establishment. The victims included the bartender and three customers. "He knew everybody that was in that bar. I guarantee you that," Gwerder told the Associated Press. "He didn't have any running dispute with any of them. I just think he snapped." Brown's military service included Army deployment to Iraq (2004-2005) and Montana National Guard service until March 2009, reaching sergeant rank. His niece, Clare Boyle, indicated Brown's ongoing mental health challenges: "This isn't just a drunk/high man going wild," she said via Facebook. "It's a sick man who doesn't know who he is sometimes and frequently doesn't know where or when he is either." As authorities lifted the Stumptown Road lockdown, retired officer Randy Clark observed helicopter surveillance and ground operations. Local businesses had earlier implemented security measures, with owners and customers sheltering inside. Anaconda, situated 25 miles northwest of Butte with approximately 9,000 residents, was established by copper industry magnates in the late 1800s. A defunct smelter stack remains prominent in the valley.
