In Palghar, a 17-year-old girl accidentally shot herself in the neck with her 18-year-old boyfriend's illegal firearm at a Kelwa homestay. The girl is in critical condition, and police have arrested the boyfriend, charging him with kidnap, attempted murder, and violations of the Arms Act. Authorities are investigating whether the homestay followed proper check-in procedures, given the girl's minor status.
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