Pune: In a shocking incident in the Yerawada area of Pune, a woman was stabbed by her husband during an argument about preparing a chili chutney (kharda) for dinner.

The Yerawada police have registered a case against the husband, identified as Pankaj Machhindranath Pacharne, a 43-year-old rickshaw driver. The victim, Supriya Pankaj Pacharne, aged 40, sustained injuries near her left eye during the altercation.

The incident took place on Sunday (October 13) evening when Pankaj returned home and asked Supriya to make chili chutney. Supriya responded that she would prepare it if he brought some chilies.

This response infuriated Pankaj, leading to a physical confrontation where he slapped his wife. Their son, Aryan, attempted to mediate but was also threatened by Pankaj, who fetched a knife from the kitchen in his anger.

During the ensuing scuffle, Supriya was accidentally injured near her left eye by the knife. Following the incident, Supriya lodged a complaint at the Yerawada police station, and a case has been filed against Pankaj under relevant sections of the law. Police constable Tejpal is investigating the case.

The incident reflects a rising trend of domestic disputes escalating into violent confrontations over minor disagreements. In a separate case in the Narhe area on Saturday night, 21-year-old Aditya Ghorpade was brutally attacked with bamboo sticks and stones by a group of five individuals, after an argument with his friend during a meal.