Mumbai: Investigators probing the murder of Pune realtor Ketan Agarwal say they were led to a possible secret marriage between prime accused Siya Goyal and co-accused Chetan Chaudhary after examining the digital evidence recovered during the investigation.&nbsp;According to police, the alleged marriage did not initially come to light through a marriage certificate or other official records. Instead, investigators say the first indication emerged while analysing WhatsApp conversations between the two accused.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/telangana-cop-arrested-after-raids-find-disproportionate-assets-worth-rs-300-crore-1783435568416">Telangana cop arrested after raids find disproportionate assets worth Rs 300 crore</a>&nbsp;Police claim that in several exchanges, Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary referred to each other as “husband” and “wife”. Investigators say those conversations prompted them to examine whether the pair had secretly married months before Agarwal’s killing.&nbsp;The probe was subsequently expanded to include deleted messages, call detail records, location data, bank transactions and social media activity.&nbsp;Officials say the digital trail is being analysed to determine whether the conversations reflected a legally solemnised marriage or were simply informal references used between the two.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nato-unveils-billions-in-arms-deals-after-trump-s-pressure-for-higher-defence-spending-1783428507988">NATO unveils billions in arms deals after Trump’s pressure for higher defence spending</a>&nbsp;Investigators are also working to corroborate the claim through additional evidence, including photographs, videos, witness statements and any official documentation that may establish whether a marriage took place.&nbsp;Police have previously told local media they believe the alleged marriage was concealed from both families and could form an important part of the suspected motive in the case.&nbsp;However, the alleged marriage has not been independently verified through publicly available records, nor has it been established before a court.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-a-staunch-supporter-of-free-open-and-inclusive-indo-pacific-says-pm-modi-in-address-to-indonesian-parliament-1783421165120">‘India a staunch supporter of free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific,’ says PM Modi in address to Indonesian parliament</a>&nbsp;The WhatsApp messages cited by investigators have not been made public, and the accused have not publicly confirmed the police’s claims.&nbsp;The investigation into Ketan Agarwal’s murder remains ongoing, with authorities continuing to examine digital and forensic evidence as they seek to reconstruct the events leading up to the killing.

Police claim that in several exchanges, Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary referred to each other as “husband” and “wife”. Investigators say those conversations prompted them to examine whether the pair had secretly married months before Ketan Agarwal’s murder.

Mumbai: Investigators probing the murder of Pune realtor Ketan Agarwal say they were led to a possible secret marriage between prime accused Siya Goyal and co-accused Chetan Chaudhary after examining the digital evidence recovered during the investigation. According to police, the alleged marriage did not initially come to light through a marriage certificate or other official records. Instead, investigators say the first indication emerged while analysing WhatsApp conversations between the two accused. Also Read: Telangana cop arrested after raids find disproportionate assets worth Rs 300 crore Police claim that in several exchanges, Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary referred to each other as “husband” and “wife”. Investigators say those conversations prompted them to examine whether the pair had secretly married months before Agarwal’s killing. The probe was subsequently expanded to include deleted messages, call detail records, location data, bank transactions and social media activity. Officials say the digital trail is being analysed to determine whether the conversations reflected a legally solemnised marriage or were simply informal references used between the two. Also Read: NATO unveils billions in arms deals after Trump’s pressure for higher defence spending Investigators are also working to corroborate the claim through additional evidence, including photographs, videos, witness statements and any official documentation that may establish whether a marriage took place. Police have previously told local media they believe the alleged marriage was concealed from both families and could form an important part of the suspected motive in the case. However, the alleged marriage has not been independently verified through publicly available records, nor has it been established before a court. Also Read: ‘India a staunch supporter of free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific,’ says PM Modi in address to Indonesian parliament The WhatsApp messages cited by investigators have not been made public, and the accused have not publicly confirmed the police’s claims. The investigation into Ketan Agarwal’s murder remains ongoing, with authorities continuing to examine digital and forensic evidence as they seek to reconstruct the events leading up to the killing.

Police claim that in several exchanges, Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary referred to each other as “husband” and “wife”. Investigators say those conversations prompted them to examine whether the pair had secretly married months before Ketan Agarwal’s murder.

Ketan Agarwal murder probe: Police say WhatsApp chats suggest Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary were ‘husband and wife’

Mumbai: A court in Maharashtra’s Pune district on Friday sent Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary, the two accused in the alleged murder of realtor Ketan Agarwal, to 14 days of judicial custody after rejecting the Pune Rural Police’s request for an extension of their police custody.&nbsp;The order marks a significant stage in the investigation, with the court holding that the reasons cited by the police did not warrant continued police custody at this stage. The accused will remain in judicial custody till July 16 while the investigation continues.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-s-politicians-and-military-not-india-big-part-of-its-problems-says-singapore-s-ex-envoy-1783084062494">‘Pakistan’s politicians and military, not India, big part of its problems,’ says Singapore’s ex-envoy</a>&nbsp;During the hearing, the prosecution argued that investigators had recovered a large volume of digital evidence, including mobile phone data, chats and other electronic material, which still needed to be analysed. Police also submitted that the accused had to be confronted with the newly recovered evidence and claimed there was a possibility of a third person’s involvement that required further investigation. Investigators additionally informed the court that a newly recovered mobile phone allegedly linked to one of the accused was yet to be examined.&nbsp;The defence opposed the plea, arguing that the grounds put forward by the prosecution were vague and amounted to a “fishing inquiry” rather than specific investigative requirements. Defence counsel contended that police had already been granted sufficient custodial interrogation and that any further investigation into digital evidence could continue while the accused remained in judicial custody.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/we-are-all-extremely-pained-and-angered-rss-says-ram-temple-trust-must-rectify-all-shortcomings-1783074551640">‘We are all extremely pained and angered’: RSS says Ram Temple trust must rectify all shortcomings</a>&nbsp;The defence further argued that if investigators later discovered fresh material requiring custodial interrogation, they were free to approach the court with concrete reasons instead of seeking an extension based on speculative grounds.&nbsp;After hearing both sides, the court declined to extend police custody and remanded both accused to judicial custody for two weeks.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/four-venezuelan-police-officers-arrested-for-alleged-looting-from-rubble-face-sacking-1782929474466">Four Venezuelan police officers arrested for alleged looting from rubble, face sacking</a>&nbsp;The case has attracted widespread public attention after investigators alleged that Agarwal was pushed into a gorge from Pune’s Lohagad Fort. Over the past several days, Pune Rural Police carried out multiple investigative steps, including crime scene reconstruction, gait analysis, recovery of digital evidence and searches at locations linked to the accused.&nbsp;With police custody now over, the focus of the investigation is expected to shift towards forensic analysis of electronic evidence, examination of witness statements and completion of the remaining scientific investigation before the filing of the chargesheet.

The prosecution said that investigators had recovered digital evidence, including mobile phone data, chats and other electronic material, which still needed to be analysed, and the accused had to be confronted with the newly recovered evidence.

Mumbai: A court in Maharashtra’s Pune district on Friday sent Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary, the two accused in the alleged murder of realtor Ketan Agarwal, to 14 days of judicial custody after rejecting the Pune Rural Police’s request for an extension of their police custody. The order marks a significant stage in the investigation, with the court holding that the reasons cited by the police did not warrant continued police custody at this stage. The accused will remain in judicial custody till July 16 while the investigation continues. Also Read: ‘Pakistan’s politicians and military, not India, big part of its problems,’ says Singapore’s ex-envoy During the hearing, the prosecution argued that investigators had recovered a large volume of digital evidence, including mobile phone data, chats and other electronic material, which still needed to be analysed. Police also submitted that the accused had to be confronted with the newly recovered evidence and claimed there was a possibility of a third person’s involvement that required further investigation. Investigators additionally informed the court that a newly recovered mobile phone allegedly linked to one of the accused was yet to be examined. The defence opposed the plea, arguing that the grounds put forward by the prosecution were vague and amounted to a “fishing inquiry” rather than specific investigative requirements. Defence counsel contended that police had already been granted sufficient custodial interrogation and that any further investigation into digital evidence could continue while the accused remained in judicial custody. Also Read: ‘We are all extremely pained and angered’: RSS says Ram Temple trust must rectify all shortcomings The defence further argued that if investigators later discovered fresh material requiring custodial interrogation, they were free to approach the court with concrete reasons instead of seeking an extension based on speculative grounds. After hearing both sides, the court declined to extend police custody and remanded both accused to judicial custody for two weeks. Also Read: Four Venezuelan police officers arrested for alleged looting from rubble, face sacking The case has attracted widespread public attention after investigators alleged that Agarwal was pushed into a gorge from Pune’s Lohagad Fort. Over the past several days, Pune Rural Police carried out multiple investigative steps, including crime scene reconstruction, gait analysis, recovery of digital evidence and searches at locations linked to the accused. With police custody now over, the focus of the investigation is expected to shift towards forensic analysis of electronic evidence, examination of witness statements and completion of the remaining scientific investigation before the filing of the chargesheet.

The prosecution said that investigators had recovered digital evidence, including mobile phone data, chats and other electronic material, which still needed to be analysed, and the accused had to be confronted with the newly recovered evidence.

Court remands Ketan Agarwal murder accused to judicial custody, rejects police’s demand

The investigation into the Ketan Agarwal murder case has intensified, with police recreating the crime scene to piece together the sequence of events. Investigators are examining forensic evidence, witness statements, and other key leads as the probe moves forward. Authorities hope the reconstruction will help verify timelines and uncover fresh clues.


Pune fort murder: Co-accused Chetan Chaudhary taken to fort to recreate crime scene

The investigation into the Pune Fort murder case has entered a crucial phase, with police planning to conduct a gait analysis of co-accused Chetan. Gait analysis is a forensic technique that examines a person's unique walking pattern and is often used to compare suspects with surveillance footage. Investigators hope the scientific examination will help verify key evidence and strengthen the case.


Pune Fort murder probe intensifies: Dispute over who is Siya's lawyer

Mumbai: A Pune court on Monday extended the police custody of Siya Goyal and her alleged boyfriend Chetan Chaudhary till July 3 in connection with the alleged murder of businessman Ketan Agarwal, giving investigators four more days to probe what police describe as a carefully planned conspiracy.&nbsp;The prosecution argued that custodial interrogation of both accused remains crucial as investigators continue to recover deleted digital evidence, verify forensic findings and establish the sequence of events leading to Agarwal’s death at Lohagad Fort earlier this month.&nbsp;Police told the court that forensic experts are attempting to retrieve deleted WhatsApp conversations, photographs and other mobile phone data which they believe could reveal the planning behind the alleged murder.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-s-ev-policy-no-tax-registration-fees-on-electric-cars-under-rs-30-lakh-no-new-petrol-bikes-from-2028-1782743406485">Delhi’s EV policy: No tax, registration fees on electric cars under Rs 30 lakh, no new petrol bikes from 2028</a>&nbsp;Police are also examining what they describe as a crucial phone call made by Siya Goyal to Chetan Chaudhary approximately 30 minutes before the incident. Investigators believe the call could help reconstruct the timeline of events and determine the communication between the two accused immediately before Ketan Agarwal’s death.&nbsp;The extension comes as the investigation enters a critical stage, with police seeking to reconstruct the alleged conspiracy in its entirety. Officials are expected to confront both accused with fresh electronic evidence and examine inconsistencies in their statements. During custodial interrogation, both Siya and Chetan have reportedly blamed each other for Ketan’s death, with investigators relying on forensic and digital evidence to verify their respective claims.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-refuses-urgent-hearing-of-ram-temple-petitions-saying-heavens-are-not-going-to-fall-1782739148242">Supreme Court refuses urgent hearing of Ram Temple petitions, saying, 'Heavens are not going to fall’</a> According to the prosecution, police also need additional time to examine recovered electronic devices, question more witnesses and establish the exact role played by each accused before, during and after the alleged crime.&nbsp;During Monday’s hearing, the defence opposed the extension of police custody, arguing that there was no direct evidence warranting further custodial interrogation. The defence also maintained that any alleged confession made before police would not be admissible as evidence in court. However, the prosecution argued that the investigation was still incomplete and that crucial digital and forensic evidence was yet to be analysed.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-five-killed-in-mass-shooting-in-northern-germany-s-stade-town-suspect-detained-say-police-1782735568424">At least five killed in mass shooting in northern Germany’s Stade town; suspect detained, say police</a> The case has drawn widespread attention after police alleged that Ketan Agarwal was lured to Lohagad Fort, where he was allegedly pushed into a gorge. Investigators believe the incident was not accidental but the result of a premeditated plan.&nbsp;&nbsp;Both accused were arrested following sustained questioning after forensic findings and witness accounts reportedly contradicted their initial versions of events.

Pune Police told the court that forensic experts are attempting to retrieve deleted WhatsApp conversations, photographs and other mobile phone data which they believe could reveal the planning behind the alleged murder of businessman Ketan Agarwal.

Mumbai: A Pune court on Monday extended the police custody of Siya Goyal and her alleged boyfriend Chetan Chaudhary till July 3 in connection with the alleged murder of businessman Ketan Agarwal, giving investigators four more days to probe what police describe as a carefully planned conspiracy. The prosecution argued that custodial interrogation of both accused remains crucial as investigators continue to recover deleted digital evidence, verify forensic findings and establish the sequence of events leading to Agarwal’s death at Lohagad Fort earlier this month. Police told the court that forensic experts are attempting to retrieve deleted WhatsApp conversations, photographs and other mobile phone data which they believe could reveal the planning behind the alleged murder. Also Read: Delhi’s EV policy: No tax, registration fees on electric cars under Rs 30 lakh, no new petrol bikes from 2028 Police are also examining what they describe as a crucial phone call made by Siya Goyal to Chetan Chaudhary approximately 30 minutes before the incident. Investigators believe the call could help reconstruct the timeline of events and determine the communication between the two accused immediately before Ketan Agarwal’s death. The extension comes as the investigation enters a critical stage, with police seeking to reconstruct the alleged conspiracy in its entirety. Officials are expected to confront both accused with fresh electronic evidence and examine inconsistencies in their statements. During custodial interrogation, both Siya and Chetan have reportedly blamed each other for Ketan’s death, with investigators relying on forensic and digital evidence to verify their respective claims. Also Read: Supreme Court refuses urgent hearing of Ram Temple petitions, saying, 'Heavens are not going to fall’ According to the prosecution, police also need additional time to examine recovered electronic devices, question more witnesses and establish the exact role played by each accused before, during and after the alleged crime. During Monday’s hearing, the defence opposed the extension of police custody, arguing that there was no direct evidence warranting further custodial interrogation. The defence also maintained that any alleged confession made before police would not be admissible as evidence in court. However, the prosecution argued that the investigation was still incomplete and that crucial digital and forensic evidence was yet to be analysed. Also Read: At least five killed in mass shooting in northern Germany’s Stade town; suspect detained, say police The case has drawn widespread attention after police alleged that Ketan Agarwal was lured to Lohagad Fort, where he was allegedly pushed into a gorge. Investigators believe the incident was not accidental but the result of a premeditated plan. Both accused were arrested following sustained questioning after forensic findings and witness accounts reportedly contradicted their initial versions of events.

Pune Police told the court that forensic experts are attempting to retrieve deleted WhatsApp conversations, photographs and other mobile phone data which they believe could reveal the planning behind the alleged murder of businessman Ketan Agarwal.

Ketan Agarwal murder case: Pune court extends police custody of fiancée Siya Goyal, co-accused Chetan Chaudhary till July 3

The investigation into the murder of businessman Ketan Agarwal took two dramatic turns on Sunday (Jun 28). Pune Rural Police have revealed that the accused Siya Goyal allegedly gave a pre-decided secret signal to the co-accused Chetan Chaudhary moments before Agarwal was pushed off a cliff at Lohagad Fort. Meanwhile, her lawyer argued that any confession made by the accused while in police custody cannot be treated as admissible evidence in court.The developments came as police took Goyal back to the fort to recreate the crime scene using a dummy matching Agarwal's weight. Investigators claim the reconstruction was carried out based on Goyal's account of what happened on June 18. According to police, the alleged murder was neither spontaneous nor accidental.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ketan-agarwal-murder-accused-siya-and-chetan-deleted-chats-cleared-recycle-bins-before-and-after-lohagad-incident-say-police-1782523919973">Ketan Agarwal murder: Accused Siya and Chetan deleted chats, cleared recycle bins before and after Lohagad incident, say police</a><h2>Police claim duo plotted murder at Pune cafe</h2>Investigators say Goyal and Chaudhary had been planning the crime for some time. According to the Pune Rural Police, the two allegedly met at a cafe in Pune's Lullanagar area a day before the incident and finalised the plan.Authorities claim CCTV footage has corroborated their presence at the location. "In the ongoing probe, it has come to light that the crime was allegedly planned by accused Siya Goyal and her friend Chetan Chaudhary," a Pune Rural Police official said.Police further allege that the pair rehearsed the crime before carrying it out. Investigators are now trying to establish where those rehearsals took place.<h2>Police reveal secret 'signal' that sealed Ketan's fate</h2>The most striking claim made by investigators on Sunday concerns the final moments before Agarwal's death. According to police, Goyal allegedly sat down to drink water, a move investigators believe was a pre-arranged signal for Chaudhary to act. Officials suspect she deliberately positioned herself away from Agarwal so that he would not be able to grab her for support as he fell. Moments later, police allege, Chaudhary pushed the 26-year-old businessman off the cliff.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pune-murder-case-ketan-s-family-demand-capital-punishment-grandfather-breaks-down-watch-1782631495345">Pune murder: Ketan's family demand capital punishment, grandfather breaks down</a><h2>Defence questions the prosecution's case</h2>While investigators appeared confident about the direction of the probe, Goyal's legal team pushed back against the narrative emerging from police custody.Advocate Aashutosh Srivastava, appearing for Goyal, said the defence would challenge any reliance on custodial confessions."I have said before that what was previously Section 25 of our Indian Evidence Act is now Section 23 in our new law, the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. It states very clearly that if any accused makes any kind of confession while in detention or police custody, where they are under pressure or under threat, then such confessions cannot be considered admissible evidence at all," he said.Srivastava added that it would ultimately be up to the prosecution to produce independent evidence supporting its allegations.The lawyer also questioned why the investigation shifted from being treated as an accidental death to a murder case."We will argue based on these grounds and present the facts surrounding the FIR, specifically what prompted the prosecution or investigating agency to shift the perspective from an accidental death to a potential murder case," he said."From the defence's standpoint, there is no concrete reason to pursue this as a murder trial."

Pune Police claim Siya Goyal gave co-accused Chetan Chaudhary a pre-arranged signal moments before Ketan Agarwal was allegedly pushed off a cliff at Lohagad Fort, while her lawyer argues that any confession made in police custody cannot be treated as admissible evidence. Latest updates here.

The investigation into the murder of businessman Ketan Agarwal took two dramatic turns on Sunday (Jun 28). Pune Rural Police have revealed that the accused Siya Goyal allegedly gave a pre-decided secret signal to the co-accused Chetan Chaudhary moments before Agarwal was pushed off a cliff at Lohagad Fort. Meanwhile, her lawyer argued that any confession made by the accused while in police custody cannot be treated as admissible evidence in court. The developments came as police took Goyal back to the fort to recreate the crime scene using a dummy matching Agarwal's weight. Investigators claim the reconstruction was carried out based on Goyal's account of what happened on June 18. According to police, the alleged murder was neither spontaneous nor accidental. Also read | Ketan Agarwal murder: Accused Siya and Chetan deleted chats, cleared recycle bins before and after Lohagad incident, say police Police claim duo plotted murder at Pune cafe Investigators say Goyal and Chaudhary had been planning the crime for some time. According to the Pune Rural Police, the two allegedly met at a cafe in Pune's Lullanagar area a day before the incident and finalised the plan. Authorities claim CCTV footage has corroborated their presence at the location. "In the ongoing probe, it has come to light that the crime was allegedly planned by accused Siya Goyal and her friend Chetan Chaudhary," a Pune Rural Police official said. Police further allege that the pair rehearsed the crime before carrying it out. Investigators are now trying to establish where those rehearsals took place. Police reveal secret 'signal' that sealed Ketan's fate The most striking claim made by investigators on Sunday concerns the final moments before Agarwal's death. According to police, Goyal allegedly sat down to drink water, a move investigators believe was a pre-arranged signal for Chaudhary to act. Officials suspect she deliberately positioned herself away from Agarwal so that he would not be able to grab her for support as he fell. Moments later, police allege, Chaudhary pushed the 26-year-old businessman off the cliff. Also read | Pune murder: Ketan's family demand capital punishment, grandfather breaks down Defence questions the prosecution's case While investigators appeared confident about the direction of the probe, Goyal's legal team pushed back against the narrative emerging from police custody. Advocate Aashutosh Srivastava, appearing for Goyal, said the defence would challenge any reliance on custodial confessions. "I have said before that what was previously Section 25 of our Indian Evidence Act is now Section 23 in our new law, the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. It states very clearly that if any accused makes any kind of confession while in detention or police custody, where they are under pressure or under threat, then such confessions cannot be considered admissible evidence at all," he said. Srivastava added that it would ultimately be up to the prosecution to produce independent evidence supporting its allegations. The lawyer also questioned why the investigation shifted from being treated as an accidental death to a murder case. "We will argue based on these grounds and present the facts surrounding the FIR, specifically what prompted the prosecution or investigating agency to shift the perspective from an accidental death to a potential murder case," he said. "From the defence's standpoint, there is no concrete reason to pursue this as a murder trial."

Pune Police claim Siya Goyal gave co-accused Chetan Chaudhary a pre-arranged signal moments before Ketan Agarwal was allegedly pushed off a cliff at Lohagad Fort, while her lawyer argues that any confession made in police custody cannot be treated as admissible evidence. Latest updates here.

Lohagad Fort murder: Siya's lawyers say confession not 'admissible evidence' as police REVEAL how she 'signalled' Chetan to push Ketan off cliff

The investigation into the murder of 25-year-old realtor Ketan Agarwal has uncovered what police believe was an attempt to erase crucial evidence. According to investigators, the two accused, Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary, deleted their phone conversations from before June 18 and after the Lohagad Fort incident. The chats were not only removed from their messaging applications but were also cleared from the recycle bins of their respective phones, officials said on Friday.The discovery comes as Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has assured the victim's family of a speedy trial and accepted their demand for the case to be heard in a fast-track court.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lohagarh-murder-chetan-told-siya-two-failed-attempt-to-kill-ketan-had-secret-signal-1782463768919">Lohagarh murder: Chetan told Siya 'tumse na ho paega' after two failed attempts</a><h2>Attempt to destroy evidence uncovered</h2>"During our investigation, it was revealed that both the accused deleted their chats before June 18 and after the Lohagad incident from their phones. The chats were deleted from the recycle bins of their respective phones," a police officer associated with the probe said, as reported by PTI.The mobile phones have now been sent to a forensic laboratory, where experts will attempt to recover deleted conversations and establish what transpired in the days leading up to Agarwal's death.<h2>More than 2,000 calls exchanged before murder</h2>According to Pune Rural Police, Goyal, 20, and Chaudhary, 22, who were allegedly in a relationship, remained in constant touch for nearly six months before the incident. Officials have identified 2,004 phone calls exchanged between the two, amounting to roughly 238 hours of conversation.Investigators have also claimed that the duo met at a cafe on the day of the incident and finalised the plan there. From the cafe, they allegedly headed towards Lohagad Fort in Maval taluka, where police say the exact location of the murder had already been identified.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ketan-agarwal-death-case-accused-siya-and-chetan-turn-on-each-other-what-happens-next-1782460910190">Ketan Agarwal death case: Accused turn on each other - What happens next</a><h2>‘It was evident that he was lying’</h2>Chetan Chaudhary had claimed that he was not present at the exact spot where Agarwal fell into the gorge. That explanation, however, did not convince investigators. "It was evident that he was lying," a police official said.Officials said inconsistencies began appearing in his statements during questioning. Eventually, police claim, both accused admitted their roles and narrated the sequence of events.According to investigators, the final act unfolded through a pre-arranged signal. Goyal allegedly sat down at a designated spot, signalling Chaudhary to approach from behind and push an unsuspecting Agarwal into the gorge.According to police, Goyal and Agarwal were scheduled to marry in November. Investigators allege that she did not want the marriage to go ahead and, along with Chaudhary, hatched a plan to eliminate him. Her family, however, has presented a different account. Goyal's mother has claimed that her daughter was reluctant to visit Lohagad Fort on June 18 and only agreed after repeated requests from Agarwal and his mother.As investigators wait for the forensic analysis of the deleted chats, officials believe the recovered messages could shed fresh light on what was discussed before the fatal trip to Lohagad and whether the alleged conspiracy was planned over a longer period than previously known.

Police probing the murder of realtor Ketan Agarwal say the two accused allegedly deleted chats from their phones and even cleared recycle bins in an apparent attempt to destroy evidence. Investigators have now sent the devices for forensic analysis.

The investigation into the murder of 25-year-old realtor Ketan Agarwal has uncovered what police believe was an attempt to erase crucial evidence. According to investigators, the two accused, Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary, deleted their phone conversations from before June 18 and after the Lohagad Fort incident. The chats were not only removed from their messaging applications but were also cleared from the recycle bins of their respective phones, officials said on Friday. The discovery comes as Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has assured the victim's family of a speedy trial and accepted their demand for the case to be heard in a fast-track court. Also read | Lohagarh murder: Chetan told Siya 'tumse na ho paega' after two failed attempts Attempt to destroy evidence uncovered "During our investigation, it was revealed that both the accused deleted their chats before June 18 and after the Lohagad incident from their phones. The chats were deleted from the recycle bins of their respective phones," a police officer associated with the probe said, as reported by PTI. The mobile phones have now been sent to a forensic laboratory, where experts will attempt to recover deleted conversations and establish what transpired in the days leading up to Agarwal's death. More than 2,000 calls exchanged before murder According to Pune Rural Police, Goyal, 20, and Chaudhary, 22, who were allegedly in a relationship, remained in constant touch for nearly six months before the incident. Officials have identified 2,004 phone calls exchanged between the two, amounting to roughly 238 hours of conversation. Investigators have also claimed that the duo met at a cafe on the day of the incident and finalised the plan there. From the cafe, they allegedly headed towards Lohagad Fort in Maval taluka, where police say the exact location of the murder had already been identified. Also read | Ketan Agarwal death case: Accused turn on each other - What happens next ‘It was evident that he was lying’ Chetan Chaudhary had claimed that he was not present at the exact spot where Agarwal fell into the gorge. That explanation, however, did not convince investigators. "It was evident that he was lying," a police official said. Officials said inconsistencies began appearing in his statements during questioning. Eventually, police claim, both accused admitted their roles and narrated the sequence of events. According to investigators, the final act unfolded through a pre-arranged signal. Goyal allegedly sat down at a designated spot, signalling Chaudhary to approach from behind and push an unsuspecting Agarwal into the gorge. According to police, Goyal and Agarwal were scheduled to marry in November. Investigators allege that she did not want the marriage to go ahead and, along with Chaudhary, hatched a plan to eliminate him. Her family, however, has presented a different account. Goyal's mother has claimed that her daughter was reluctant to visit Lohagad Fort on June 18 and only agreed after repeated requests from Agarwal and his mother. As investigators wait for the forensic analysis of the deleted chats, officials believe the recovered messages could shed fresh light on what was discussed before the fatal trip to Lohagad and whether the alleged conspiracy was planned over a longer period than previously known.

Police probing the murder of realtor Ketan Agarwal say the two accused allegedly deleted chats from their phones and even cleared recycle bins in an apparent attempt to destroy evidence. Investigators have now sent the devices for forensic analysis.

Ketan Agarwal murder: Accused Siya and Chetan deleted chats, cleared recycle bins before and after Lohagad incident, say police