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Nearly four years after the deadly 2021 Aligarh hooch tragedy, survivors’ families are still asking for adequate compensation and accountability.Villagers say the impact was hardest on poor, daily wage-earning families.Allegations have been made about a nexus between bootleggers, suppliers of toxic chemicals, and officials.Campaigners argue that mere prison sentences are not enough without full compensation.This remains a sensitive social issue in affected communities

An Aligarh court delivered life imprisonment to a 30-year-old man convicted of repeatedly raping and blackmailing a minor Dalit girl.The verdict also imposed a fine, reflecting the severity of the crimes.The accused exploited family trust to commit sexual offenses over two years.Cases under the POCSO and anti-intimidation laws were invoked during prosecution.The sentence underlines judicial intent to deter crimes against children.

A tragic incident at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) saw a final-year diploma student found dead by suicide in her hostel room.The incident followed reports of a teacher being shot dead on campus days earlier.Authorities are investigating the circumstances and causes.The events have shaken the AMU community and raised concerns over student welfare.Support services and counseling response efforts are expected to follow.

The Allahabad High Court criticized an Aligarh trial judge for casually exercising judicial power.The bench noted careless orders could severely affect personal liberty.The case revolved around an order invoking a non-existent statute provision.The high court called for greater care in judicial interpretation.This discussion reflects ongoing scrutiny of local judicial procedures.

A local court in Aligarh has sentenced Pramod Gupta to 10 years in prison for his role in the 2021 hooch tragedy that claimed over 100 lives.He was convicted for selling toxic methanol-laced liquor, leading to widespread deaths in villages.The court also imposed fines and upheld charges under forgery and excise laws.The verdict marks significant progress in a high-profile public safety case.Authorities also initiated disciplinary actions against officials linked to enforcement failures.

A friendly cricket match was part of the 77th Republic Day celebrations between the Aligarh Police Administration and the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) team.Held at the Willingdon Cricket Ground, the event showcased community spirit and sportsmanship.The Police team chose to field first and restricted AMU to a modest score.Professors, officers, and students attended and supported the event.The match promoted goodwill and positive interaction between civic and academic groups