A man preparing for competitive exams was beaten to death by an acquaintance in the Dwarka area here following a dispute, police said on Thursday.
The 21-year-old accused identified as Gaurav has been arrested, they said.
The incident took place in the afternoon in a hotel room in Mohan Garden, they said.
The victim, Pawan, stayed in Mohan Garden and was preparing for Staff Selection Commission (SSC) examinations, police said.
"On Thursday evening, a call regarding a quarrel was received at Mohan Garden police station. Pawan was murdered over a dispute involving a woman," a senior police officer said.
According to police, Gaurav repeatedly hit Pawan with his 'kada' (metal bracelet) resulting in his death.
"We have registered a case of murder against the accused," the officer said.
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