suicide prevention

  • Tragic Incident in Nashik: Engineering Student Dies By Suicide After Posting Farewell Message on Instagram

    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.

  • Tragic Death in Kota: 20-Year-Old Delhi Student Found Hanging in PG Room, Investigation Underway

    Tragic Death in Kota: 20-Year-Old Delhi Student Found Hanging in PG Room, Investigation Underway

    Oct 02, 2025 07:50 am CST

    A 20-year-old student from Delhi, identified as Lucky Choudhary, was discovered hanging in his PG accommodation in Kota's Sector 2 area. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding this apparent suicide, as the young man was previously enrolled in a local coaching institute. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about student mental health in India's educational hubs.

  • India

    India's Suicide Crisis: 1.7 Lakh Deaths in 2023 with Family Problems and Illness as Leading Causes

    Sep 30, 2025 09:53 pm CST

    According to the latest NCRB report, India recorded 171,418 suicides in 2023, a 0.3% increase from 2022. Family problems (31.9%) and illness (19%) were the major causes, with Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Madhya Pradesh reporting the highest numbers. Young adults between 18-45 years were most vulnerable, while housewives constituted over half of female victims. The national suicide rate stands at 12.3 per lakh population, with Andaman & Nicobar Islands recording the highest regional rate.

  • Maharashtra Man Records Video Blaming Family Before Suicide: Police Investigation Reveals Year-Long Harassment

    Maharashtra Man Records Video Blaming Family Before Suicide: Police Investigation Reveals Year-Long Harassment

    Sep 29, 2025 06:45 pm CST

    A 32-year-old man from Palghar, Maharashtra allegedly committed suicide after recording a video blaming his wife, in-laws, and father for persistent harassment. Police have registered an abetment to suicide case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita following the September 25 incident. The deceased, Babu Vitthal Karande, reportedly faced ongoing harassment, false allegations, and court disputes for over a year before taking the extreme step.

  • Tragic Loss: Former Miss Universe Jamaica Finalist Tyra Spaulding Dies at 26 After Mental Health Struggle

    Tragic Loss: Former Miss Universe Jamaica Finalist Tyra Spaulding Dies at 26 After Mental Health Struggle

    Sep 28, 2025 10:52 am CST

    Former Miss Universe Jamaica contestant Tyra Spaulding has died at age 26 in a suspected suicide. The 2023 pageant finalist had recently shared videos discussing her struggles with suicidal thoughts. The modeling community mourns the loss of this talented young woman who was known for her radiant personality, intelligence and determination.

  • Tragic Family Incident in Haryana: Man Takes His Life After Killing Two Daughters Following Wife

    Tragic Family Incident in Haryana: Man Takes His Life After Killing Two Daughters Following Wife's Death

    Sep 26, 2025 02:18 am CST

    A 30-year-old man in Faridabad's Ballabgarh reportedly took his own life after killing his two minor daughters, allegedly due to depression following his wife's death during childbirth two months prior. The bodies were discovered by the man's father, and police have launched an investigation into this tragic case that highlights the importance of mental health support.