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Maharashtra Man Commits Suicide Over Dhangar Community's ST Reservation Delay
Oct 19, 2025 02:23 am CST
A 33-year-old man from Maharashtra's Beed district died by suicide, leaving a note expressing frustration over delayed ST status for the Dhangar community. The community, comprising 9% of the state's population, currently receives 3.5% reservation under NT-C category but demands ST classification based on similar socioeconomic conditions to Scheduled Tribes.
Sonia Gandhi Condemns Caste Discrimination in Letter to Widow of Haryana IPS Officer Who Died by Suicide
Oct 11, 2025 06:27 pm CST
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has written a condolence letter to Amneet P Kumar, wife of senior Haryana IPS officer Y Puran Kumar who died by alleged suicide, criticizing caste-based discrimination in India's administrative system. The officer's wife has accused top officials of harassment, while political leaders including BSP chief Mayawati have highlighted the incident as reflecting persistent discrimination against Dalits in government services.
Haryana IPS Officer Y Puran Kumar's Suicide Note Reveals Allegations Against Senior Officials
Oct 08, 2025 09:45 pm CST
Senior IPS officer Y Puran Kumar died by suicide at his Chandigarh residence, leaving an eight-page note accusing multiple senior officers of mental harassment and psychological torture. His death came shortly after being implicated in a bribery case, which reportedly occurred without proper governmental authorization. The 2001-batch officer had recently been transferred from his position as Inspector General of Rohtak Range.
Tragic Incident in Nashik: Engineering Student Dies By Suicide After Posting Farewell Message on Instagram
Oct 07, 2025 10:15 pm CST
A 17-year-old engineering student named Ayush Chavan died by suicide at his college in Nashik after posting a farewell message on Instagram expressing his life frustrations. The incident highlights the critical importance of mental health awareness and support for students. The article includes mental health helpline information for those in need of assistance.
Allahabad High Court Rules Marital Disputes Don't Constitute Suicide Abetment Under Section 306 IPC
Oct 04, 2025 06:24 pm CST
The Allahabad High Court has delivered a significant ruling clarifying that common marital disputes and domestic quarrels, even when involving harsh words, do not qualify as abetment to suicide under Section 306 of the Indian Penal Code. Justice Sameer Jain's decision in a case from Auraiya district establishes that for such charges to be valid, there must be clear intent and evidence that the victim was left with no other option but suicide.
Trainee Doctor Tragically Jumps From 21st Floor in Greater Noida: Mental Health Crisis Among Medical Students
Sep 29, 2025 07:59 pm CST
A 29-year-old trainee doctor from Mathura tragically ended his life by jumping from the 21st floor of his sister's apartment in Greater Noida. The medical student, who had been battling mental health issues since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, had suspended his MBBS studies due to depression. This incident highlights the critical importance of mental health support for medical professionals.
22-Year-Old Man Jumps to Death From 11th Floor Following Girlfriend Dispute in Maharashtra
Sep 27, 2025 11:58 pm CST
A 22-year-old man in Maharashtra's Thane district committed suicide by jumping from the 11th floor of a residential building after arguing with his girlfriend. The tragic incident occurred in Dombivali on Saturday and was captured on video. Police have registered an accidental death report and are investigating the circumstances while urging the public not to share footage of the incident.
Tragic Suicide of Young Couple in Madhya Pradesh Leaves 2-Year-Old Son Behind
Sep 27, 2025 11:50 pm CST
A young couple in Madhya Pradesh's Betul district committed suicide by jumping into Bukakhedi dam after leaving their two-year-old son with a relative. The tragedy, believed to be triggered by frequent family disputes, has prompted an investigation by local police. Mental health support helplines are available for those in need.
18-Year-Old Woman Dies By Suicide Day After Lover's Murder In UP: Police
Sep 21, 2025 06:57 pm CST
A young woman allegedly committed suicide by consuming poison here, a day after her lover was killed, police said on Sunday.
Class 9 Girl Dies By Suicide After Alleged Rape By UP Trainee Cop
Sep 16, 2025 08:18 pm CST
A Class 9 student ended her life after allegedly being raped by a trainee constable who lived in her neighbourhood, officials said on Tuesday.