In Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, a 26-year-old man was arrested for beating a dog to death on December 25. The incident occurred after the dog reportedly bit a child. The man, identified as Chand, is the child's elder brother. A video of the event circulated on social media, prompting police action. A case has been registered under Section 325 of the BNS, and the accused has been taken into custody.