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Crime
Bihar Teacher Arrested in Alleged Rape of 17-Year-Old Student and Suicide Plot
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 14 Sep 2026, 11:01 AM
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A teacher in Bihar has been detained following accusations of raping a 17‑year‑old student and aiding her suicide. Police say the case involves allegations of sexual assault and abetment of self‑harm.
A teacher in Bihar was taken into custody after authorities received complaints of sexual assault against a 17‑year‑old student and alleged involvement in her suicide. The police claim the teacher allegedly raped the student and then encouraged or facilitated her decision to end her life. The case is being investigated under the Indian Penal Code sections dealing with rape and abetment of suicide. The teacher has been booked and is awaiting further court proceedings.