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Two Arrested, Third Named In FIR

An international pistol shooter has accused her mental trainer of rape, blackmail, and harassment in Haryana. This follows an FIR filed by the trainer alleging kidnapping and sexual assault by the shooter's family. Police are investigating both complaints, which also involve a potential monetary dispute over training fees and a land deal.

Esha Singh achieved a remarkable feat at the ISSF Munich World Cup, clinching gold in the women's 25m pistol event with two new world records. Her exceptional performance saw her shoot 43 in the final, surpassing previous senior and junior records. This victory, with a significant margin over the silver medalist, boosts her confidence for upcoming major championships.

India's Manu Bhaker and Samrat Rana secured a silver medal in the 10m air pistol mixed event at the ISSF World Cup in Munich. The dynamic duo narrowly missed gold, finishing with 483.6 points after a thrilling final against strong Chinese competitors. Their impressive performance saw them climb from third to second place, showcasing consistent high scores throughout the competition.

A 22-year-old hotel worker from Ghaziabad, Zayeed Khan, was arrested for allegedly endangering India's sovereignty. He reportedly contacted associates of Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti, sharing UP ministers' phone numbers and seeking a pistol for illegal activities. Khan confessed to seeking gun sellers online and was found with toy pistols.

Four tourists from Punjab were arrested and a fifth is being sought after a local youth was shot in the leg during a violent altercation in Kasol. The incident, which occurred Saturday evening, involved a dispute escalating into a physical fight where a pistol was allegedly fired. The injured youth is out of danger, and legal proceedings have begun.

Amritsar police have dismantled a cross-border smuggling ring, arresting two individuals and seizing 2.225 kg of heroin, six pistols, and ammunition. Authorities revealed the accused were linked to international smugglers, receiving narcotics for distribution within Punjab. Investigations are ongoing to uncover the full extent of the network and apprehend other involved parties.