‘Salty, bitter water, cloned phone': Chilling details emerge in Nashik astrologer rape case probe

Astrologer Ashok Kharat's police custody has been extended until April 1. Investigators need to analyze his phone data and probe his properties. Kharat faces multiple rape charges. The SIT is also investigating a substance given to a victim. Political figures have exchanged sharp remarks regarding the case and potential threats to Kharat.

By SANTOSH SONAWANE AND ABHISHEK CHOUDHARI