Sk. Sadhik Khan, a 26-year-old founder of the PRO Rifle Shooting Academy, was arrested in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday evening, August 21, 2026, in connection with the deaths of Pithapuram Assistant Engineer K. Nooka Raju and his immediate family. According to high-placed sources linked to the investigation, Khan was apprehended after a large-scale search operation involving seven police teams. He is expected to appear before the media on Sunday, August 22, 2026. The tragedy occurred on August 16, when K. Nooka Raju, his wife Meena, their daughter Soujanya, and his grandson were discovered dead in Rajamahendravaram city. A note left behind by Raju implicated Khan in the deaths, alleging harassment of his daughter and threats against his family. The Sarpavaram police filed a case against Khan on August 17, charging him with abetment and compelling the family to end their lives. Multiple charges under different sections of the law have been registered against him. Separately, in Delhi, a 31-year-old Adobe software engineer named Vinay Gupta was allegedly beaten to death by his wife Rekha and her relatives following a dispute over administering medicine to their child. The incident unfolded on Friday, August 21, 2026, when Rekha left the house briefly and returned with her family members. According to Vinay's mother, the altercation began when Vinay raised his voice at Rekha, prompting her to leave. Upon returning, she was accompanied by her two brothers, a sister-in-law, her father, an uncle, and another individual. These individuals allegedly assaulted Vinay inside the house, despite attempts by his parents to intervene. CCTV footage reportedly captured Rekha wearing a red suit and her sister-in-law in a blue suit, while two of Rekha's brothers, her father, and another man were seen in a vehicle outside the residence. Neighbors witnessed the aftermath, helping Vinay to a hospital where he was declared dead. Vinay's family claims that Rekha had previously argued with Vinay's mother and that one of her brothers had threatened Vinay over minor disputes. The family alleges that the attack was premeditated, with Rekha disabling the CCTV cameras beforehand. Police have arrested four individuals, including Rekha, her two brothers, and another suspect, and are investigating the incident under relevant legal provisions. In another tragic incident in Delhi, a 30-year-old pregnant woman, Nazia Khanam, working with the Ministry of Defence, was found dead at her home in Dwarka. Her husband, Mohammad Azam Ali Khan, is currently missing. Police have registered a case of cruelty and abetment of suicide against her husband and in-laws after her family alleged harassment related to dowry demands. Khanam was three months pregnant and had recently married Azam Ali Khan, who works as a supply chain manager in Gurgaon. The police received a PCR call regarding a suicide at Sector 23 police station on the day of the incident. The body was later moved to the mortuary of DDU Hospital for further procedures. Khanam's family initially did not raise suspicions against her husband or in-laws but submitted a fresh complaint the following day, alleging physical and mental abuse. Based on these allegations, police registered a case under sections 85 and 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The family has also requested that section 80 (dowry death) be included in the FIR. The investigation continues to determine the exact circumstances surrounding Khanam's death and the roles played by the accused. Meanwhile, in Delhi's Rajinder Nagar area, a 19-year-old third-year BSc Nursing student was found dead by hanging in her hostel room. Police confirmed the incident, though details remain under investigation. In a separate report, the mother of Vinay Gupta described the harrowing moments of the attack, stating that she had gone to fetch water when the assault began. She recounted how the attackers pinned her son to the ground and subjected him to brutal treatment. Despite her pleas, the assailants ignored her and proceeded with the attack. The mother expressed deep sorrow, emphasizing that Vinay was her only child. The incidents highlight the complex and often tragic dynamics within families, particularly in cases involving domestic disputes and alleged harassment. Each case underscores the need for thorough investigations and support systems for individuals facing such challenges. Authorities continue to work on these cases, aiming to uncover the full extent of the events and ensure justice for the victims and their families.
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