Gurugram Student Assaulted by Live-in Partner, Arrested

A 19-year-old biotechnology student from Tripura suffered severe injuries after her live-in partner allegedly assaulted her in Gurugram, Haryana, on February 16, 2026, including pouring sanitizer on her private parts and setting them ablaze. The accused, identified as 19-year-old Shivam from Delhi, was arrested the following day, and the victim is now receiving treatment at a hospital in Delhi.

The incident occurred at a paying guest accommodation in Sector 69, under the jurisdiction of Badshahpur police station. According to the victim's statement, she met Shivam through an online app in September 2025. Their relationship progressed quickly, with the two beginning to live together in Gurugram. She had been pursuing a B.Sc. in biotechnology at GD Goenka University and was residing in the city to continue her studies. Shivam allegedly promised marriage, leading to physical relations and even discussions between their families about a potential union.

However, the relationship soon deteriorated. The victim reported that Shivam grew suspicious of her character, which led to repeated physical abuse. On the night of February 16, an argument escalated into a violent attack. Police...