Maharashtra crime
President Murmu Rejects Mercy Plea in Child Rape-Murder Case: Supreme Court Upholds Death Sentence
Dec 16, 2025 09:34 am CST
President Droupadi Murmu has rejected the mercy petition of Ravi Ashok Ghumare, convicted of kidnapping, raping and killing a two-year-old girl in Maharashtra in 2012. The Supreme Court previously upheld his death sentence, citing the brutal nature of the crime against a helpless child. This marks President Murmu's third mercy plea rejection since taking office in 2022.
Bank Agent Murders Hitchhiker to Fake His Death for Rs 1-Crore Insurance Claim, Exposed by Messages to Girlfriend
Dec 16, 2025 01:33 am CST
A shocking case of insurance fraud unfolded in Maharashtra where Ganesh Chavan murdered an innocent hitchhiker to fake his own death and claim a Rs 1-crore life insurance policy. Despite elaborate planning, his scheme was exposed when police discovered he was secretly messaging his girlfriend after his supposed death. Authorities tracked his alternate phone number to Sindhudurg district where he was apprehended.
Tragic Honor Killing in Maharashtra: Woman Marries Boyfriend's Corpse After Family's Betrayal
Dec 01, 2025 11:07 pm CST
In a shocking case from Nanded, Maharashtra, a father who was once seen dancing with his daughter and her boyfriend is now in custody for murdering the young man. The victim's girlfriend performed a symbolic marriage with his corpse and has accused her family of betraying them both after pretending to accept their inter-caste relationship. The case highlights the persistent violence against inter-caste couples in India.
Maharashtra Honor Killing: Police Accused of Instigating Murder Over Inter-Caste Relationship
Dec 01, 2025 07:30 pm CST
In a tragic case of alleged honor killing in Maharashtra's Nanded, 21-year-old Anchal Mamidwar has accused local police of encouraging her brothers to murder her partner, Saksham Tate (20), due to their inter-caste relationship. After performing a symbolic marriage ceremony with his remains, Anchal vowed to seek justice for Saksham, highlighting how caste discrimination led to his brutal killing despite his willingness to convert religions to gain her family's acceptance.
Woman Marries Deceased Boyfriend After Honor Killing by Family in Maharashtra
Nov 30, 2025 07:30 pm CST
In a heartbreaking case of honor killing in Maharashtra's Nanded, a 20-year-old man was murdered by his girlfriend's family over caste differences. At his funeral, the grieving girlfriend symbolically married his body, applied vermillion, and vowed to live as his widow, demonstrating that their love transcended death despite familial opposition. Six suspects have been arrested for the brutal crime.
27-Year-Old Woman Commits Suicide After Months of Dowry Harassment and Forced Virginity Test in Nashik
Nov 27, 2025 11:56 pm CST
A tragic case from Nashik, Maharashtra reveals how 27-year-old Neha took her own life five months after marriage due to persistent harassment by her husband and in-laws for money. Before dying, she sent a suicide note to her brother alleging torture and being forced to undergo a virginity test, leading to five arrests and calls for investigation into these disturbing practices.
Maharashtra Man Kills Teen Niece By Pushing Her Off Moving Train After Relationship Pressure
Nov 19, 2025 05:30 pm CST
A 28-year-old man in Maharashtra's Palghar district has been arrested for murdering his 16-year-old niece by pushing her off a moving train. The victim, who had been in a romantic relationship with her maternal uncle, had pressured him to marry her. The incident occurred while they were traveling between Naigaon and Bhayander stations, where witnesses saw the accused push the teenager to her death.
Maharashtra Man Murdered Over Diwali Gift Dispute: Employer and Friends Charged in Premeditated Killing
Oct 24, 2025 04:23 pm CST
In a shocking incident in Maharashtra's Chandrapur, 27-year-old Nitesh Thackeray was murdered by his employer Sujit Ganvir and five accomplices following an argument over not receiving a Diwali gift. The employer allegedly ordered a knife online and lured Thackeray to a secluded location under the pretense of watching a movie before carrying out the fatal attack. All six suspects have been arrested as investigations continue into this disturbing case of workplace violence turned deadly.
Auto Driver Brutally Murdered in Front of His Children Over Business Dispute in Maharashtra
Oct 03, 2025 12:12 pm CST
A horrific murder took place in Maharashtra where auto driver Syed Imran Shafiq was brutally killed in front of his two young sons by six men over an alleged business dispute. The attackers severed his fingers and slashed his wrist before fatally stabbing him. Police have arrested three suspects, including the main accused Mujeeb Don, within nine hours of the crime.