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Calcutta HC orders arrest of Abishek Porel in rape case

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 12:09 PM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Calcutta HC orders arrest of Abishek Porel in rape case

Summary

The Calcutta High Court has directed authorities to arrest Delhi Capitals cricketer Abishek Porel in a rape case and to seize his electronic devices. The court's order aims to prevent the alleged dissemination of sensitive material related to the case. Porel is facing charges including rape and criminal intimidation after a woman accused him of exploiting promises of marriage and threatening her. An FIR was filed last month at Mogra Police Station, and the police are continuing efforts to apprehend him. The investigation is still ongoing.

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By the Numbers

•Calcutta High Court issues an arrest order for Abishek Porel.
•Porel faces charges of rape and criminal intimidation.
•The woman alleges he threatened her after a physical relationship.
•Police directed to seize electronic devices linked to the case.
•Investigation continues as authorities seek to apprehend Porel.

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12:09 PMYahoo Sports — Abishek Porel faces arrest after Calcutta HC order in rape case; police told to seize devices

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The Calcutta High Court has directed police to arrest Delhi Capitals cricketer Abishek Porel in a rape case and seize his electronic devices to prevent the alleged circulation of sensitive material. Porel faces charges including rape and criminal intimidation after a woman accused him of establishing a physical relationship on the promise of marriage. Investigation is ongoing.
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