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Mohali, May 27
One of the three victims in the local advocate Amarpreet Singh alias Lucky’s murder case, Gaganjot Singh, today identified all the accused during a court hearing here today.

Gaganjot Singh, who had received two bullets in legs in an indiscriminate firing that took place on February 27, 2013, over the issue of parking, today identified Dharminder Singh, stating that he had fired shots at Lucky killing him on the spot.

While identifying Rajat and Sunil Bhanot, Gaganjot stated that Rajat had opened fire on him, Sunil fired shots at his friend Simarjit.

He stated that Jaswinder Singh, who did not turn up for the court hearing today, aimed fireshot at his father Manjit Singh Sethi, who had escaped unhurt.

Meanwhile, Sumit Bajwa, the fiancee of one of the accused Sunbir Singh, also appeared in the court and moved an application to allow them to solemnise their marriage. Notably, Sunbir had also moved an application in the court to seek bail for the purpose of solemnising his marriage.

Panchkula, May 27
After much pressure from the top brass, the Panchkula Police nabbed six persons, including a priest of Hanuman temple and a juvenile, in the Ashutosh Bhardwaj murder case, late last evening.

Thought the police had rounded up suspects - Zorawar Hooda, his wife Saroj Hooda, their sons Arun Hooda and Tarun Hooda, Ramesh Dyal (RD) Swami, and Ajay- for their involvement in the crime, yet their arrest was shown only after Akil Mohammad , ADGP (Law and Order) started monitoring the case personally, highly placed sources in the police said.

Their two accomplices - Sanju and Tinku - are still absconding, the police said.

The police had registered a case under Sections 148, 149, 323, 452 and 302 of the Indian penal code (IPC) and under provisions of the Arms Act at Mansa Devi Complex police station, late last evening on the complaint of Krishan Bhardwaj, father of the deceased.

An eyewitness, Krishan Bhardwaj, in his complaint to the police claimed to have managed to catch an aide of assailants who attacked Ashutosh and Rahul with firearm and sharp-edged weapons while they were asleep at their home located in Manav Colony in Saketri village on Sunday midnight.

The assailants Saroj Hooda and RD Swami were the masterminds of the conspiracy, Bhardwaj said in his complaint alleging that Arun Hooda alias Bholu, Tarun Hooda alias Monu along with their aides plotted the murder due to an old enmity.

Sources in the police revealed that Ajay was wanted by the Rohatak police and had changed his looks to elude the police. He is a close relative of Saroj Hooda.

ACP Jagtar Singh along with his team today searched the temple to find out if the assailants had hidden the weapons used in the crime there.The police has also failed to recover the firearm and other sharp-edged weapons used in the crime.

When contacted, Ajay Singal, Commissioner of Police, claimed that the police had arrested six assailants and hunt for the two, who were absconding, was on. Police parties have been sent to their suspected hideouts he said.

“We have taken them on police remand to investigate every aspect of the crime. The killer used 7.65 mm (.32 bore) firearm in the crime and more details could be ascertained only after the assailant who used it was arrested”, the CP claimed.

Meanwhile, the five accused were produced before the court of Ajay Kumar Ghanghas (JMIC), here today.

Chandigarh, May 27
A 70-year-old retired Army jawan has been arrested for attempting to sodomise a school boy at Sector 25. The matter came before the police on Monday as the accused had threatened the boy of dire consequences.

The accused, Chander Singh, who retired as a sepoy from Indian Army, was booked on the charges of unnatural sex and threatening an eight-year-old boy.

He was arrested from his rented accommodation
at Bapu Dham Colony in Sector 25.

The police said the boy lives in the same house on the top floor, where Chander has been living with his family for the last few months. The victim used to visit Chander's residence often.

The minor, in his complaint to the police, claimed that on Sunday, the accused visited Chander's place while he was alone at home.

The accused allegedly tried to molest and sodomise him but when he tried to oppose, Chander threatened him of dire consequences and overpowered him.

The accused also threatened to kill him if he uttered a word about the incident. The scared child informed his parents who called the police.

A case under Sections 377 (unnatural offence), 511 and Section 6 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO) has been registered.

Chandigarh, May 27
Chandigarh claimed three points on the basis of the first innings lead against Jalandhar during a two-day match of the ongoing Punjab Inter-District Cricket Championship for Boys (U-25) here today.

Chandigarh team after resuming from their overnight score of 331 runs for 6 wickets went to score 363 for 8 off 108 overs before inviting Jalandhar to bat. For Jalandhar, Pargat Singh scalped 4 for 88. In reply, Jalandhar scored 218 before getting all out with 2 batsmen retired hurt. Himanshu Satyawan scored 97 runs including 14 boundaries while Mandeep (junior) score 71 runs studded with 11 boundaries. The duo put up a resolute resistance by adding 161 runs for the 4th wicket. For Chandigarh, Rakesh Rawat, Sachin, Rahul Thakur and Aman Bharti took 2 wickets each.

In another match, Amritsar got the better of Mohali on first innings lead and garnered 3 points while Mohali got one point. Amritsar’s innings was steered through a fine 203 runs contribution by Sharad Lumba. He completed his double century off 192 balls well initiated with 15 boundaries and 10 sixes. Amritsar team scored 361 runs for 4 in 79.3 overs before declaring innings closed. Mohit Handa (31 runs) and Sharad added 90 runs for the 4th wicket. For Mohali Barinder Singh 2 for 73 was the most successful bowler. In their second innings, Mohali were 83 for 2 in 31 overs when the stumps were drawn. Subeer Hayer (22 runs), Manul Jain (21 runs) and Kinderpreet Singh (30 runs) were the main run getters for Mohali while Ashwani Kumar claimed 2 for 28 for Amritsar.

In a match between Patiala and Ludhiana shared one point each due to no result of first innings. Chasing Patiala’s first innings total of 296 in 99.4 overs, Ludhiana were 284 for 8 when stumps were drawn. Abhinav Bhatia scored 74 runs with 8 boundaries and one six while skipper Gitansh Khera chipped in 74 runs with 7 boundaries. The duo gathered 122 runs for the 4th wicket. Sandeep Singh (49 runs) and Davinder Singh (41 runs) were the other main scorer for the team. For Patiala Amrinder Singh claimed 6 for 100.

Panchkula, May 27
The cricket team of North Zone defeated Lahore School Sports Academy, Pakistan, by 5 wickets to win the 21st All India Chaudhary Ranbir Singh Hooda Memorial Cricket Championship for boys (U-17), played today.

After electing to bat first, Lahore School’s Sports Academy posted 194 runs for 5 in 30 overs. Their innings was sustained by a well struck century of Shahruk Ali. He scored 114 runs off 96 balls and was supported by Safeer Mohd., who scored 52 runs. For North Zone side, Ankit (2 for 35) and Sagar Sharma (2 for 16) claimed two wickets each. Sudhakar Rao also claimed 1 for 12.

Chasing the target, North Zone side achieved the target with five wickets in hand. The team scored 198 runs for 5 wickets in 24.5 overs with Ankit (56 runs) and Sagar Sharma (53 runs) completing their half centuries.

Mayank Chaudhary (32 runs) and Aman (28 runs) were the other main scorers for the team. Mohd. Adil claimed 3 for 35 while Habib Waqas took 2 for 27.

During the presentation ceremony, Aman of North Zone was declared as best batsman while Ghulam Murtaza of Pakistan was awarded with the title of best bowler.

Sagar Sharma of North Zone was adjudged as the best all rounder while Shahruk Ali of Pakistan claimed the best player award. Uttkarsh Bhukkal of North Zone, Adil Mohd. of Pakistan and Nitish Arvind of South Zone were presented with the best upcoming players awards.

Chandigarh, May 27
Local soccer player Nikhil Prashar had successfully made it to the final squad that will fly to Buenos Aires (Argentina) to train with Club Atlético Boca juniors of Argentina.

Shortlisted among 30 most promising players of the nation, sweeper back Nikhil Prashar caught the eyes of selectors, showcasing his talent, in the recently held Boca junior talent hunt competition in Goa. His team won the championship and foreign coaches spotted his talent. After a coaching-cum-selection camp, he successfully made it to the final 15-member squad. The squad will leave for Argentina later this year and will attend a precise training exposure sessions.

Nikhil is the only lad from city to claim a spot in final 15-memebers squad. "It's a dream come true. I am happy to get through the rigorous training and make it to the final squad. Let's see what happens but this is going to be a great exposure for my football career," said Nikhil. In the process to claim this feat, Nikhil had gone through a rough patch of emotions when he lost his grandfather, during the training camp in Goa."He was the real motivation behind my career and I was numbed after receiving the news. However, to honour his memories and dream of watching me playing at my best, my family asked me to stay back in the camp. And the day, I got selected for the training session it was an emotional moment for me. On returning home, it was like I am gifting a present to his photograph," said Nikhil.

Nikhil, a sweeper back (defender), started playing soccer in a local school and represented Chandigarh in nine nationals including different age groups. Presently, he is studying in a local college and after a marathon effort played North zone inter-university football championship and All India Inter-University Football Championship. In a recent feat, he was the member of the winning team that won the corporate league in Chandigarh and all India finals of Boca Football talent hunt tournament held in Goa.

Panchkula, May 27
Durga Das Foundation Cricket Academy, Sector 26, defeated Satluj Blues, Panchkula, team by 7 wickets, in a match of 1st Satluj Stunners Summer Cup League Tournament being held at Satluj Public School, here today.

Batting first, the host side was restricted to 108 runs in 26.4 overs. Shivam (37 runs) and Johnny (21 runs) played well and helped the team to achieve the total. For Durga Das Foundation team Hargun Toor and Zubair Brar claimed 3 wickets each. In reply, the winning side with the help of 51 runs unbeaten contribution by opener Monarch Goyal, registered an easy win in the 17th over. Monarch’s innings was studded with nine boundaries. He was equally supported by Yashovardhan Nehra scoring 20 runs.

Brief scores- Satluj Blues: 108 all out in 26.4 overs ( Shivam 37, Johnny 21, Hargun Toor 3 for 10, Zubair Brar 3 for 24, Irane Arora 2 for 14).

Durga Das Foundation Cricket Academy: 109 for 3 in 16.5 overs ( Monarch Goyal 51*, Yashovardhan Nehra 20, Mivaan Singh 17*, Johnny 2 for 20). — TNS

Chandigarh, May 27
In the ongoing Kundan Tennis Academy’s Championship, Aryan Kamra defeated Bhavnoor in a first round match of boys (U-14) category, being held at tennis courts of Kundan International Sector 46, here today.

Aryan defeated Bhavnoor 5-1 while in another match of same category Sahil Garg defeated Aum Chopra 5-2 and Sumer drubbed Mankeerat 5-2.

In the matches, played in evening, Parveen defeated Gurmehak 5-4(1), Rahul beat Pratush 5-1 and Sehaj Nangal overpowered Daksh Marwaha 5-2.