CHANDIGARH: A 19-year-old woman, a first-year student at a private law college in Tarn Taran district, was allegedly shot dead by her classmate inside a classroom on Monday. The assailant, identified as 20-year-old Prince Raj, subsequently turned the weapon on himself and is reported to be in critical condition. According to police, the victim, Sandeep Kaur, a resident of Naushehra Pannuan, died on the spot. Prince Raj, a resident of Mallian village, was rushed to a nearby hospital where he remains under medical supervision. CCTV footage from the classroom reportedly shows Prince Raj, Sandeep Kaur, and another student seated together.

Source: Indian Express February 09, 2026 17:48 UTC