NCRB report
Casteist Violence in Madhya Pradesh: Man Attacks Friend With Knife and Stone After Caste-Based Slurs in Gwalior
Nov 09, 2025 11:39 pm CST
In a disturbing incident from Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, a man attacked his friend with a knife and crushed his head with a stone after hurling casteist slurs during a drinking session. This case adds to the alarming pattern of caste-based violence in the state, which ranks third nationally in crimes against Scheduled Castes according to NCRB data. The victim is currently receiving medical treatment while the attacker has been arrested by local police.
Controversy Over Kolkata's 'Safest City' Status: RG Kar Victim's Parents Challenge NCRB Report
Oct 05, 2025 12:03 pm CST
The parents of an RG Kar Medical College rape victim have strongly contested Kolkata's designation as India's safest city for the fourth consecutive year according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). While official statistics show Kolkata having the lowest crime rate among 19 major Indian cities with only 83.9 cognizable offenses per lakh population, the victim's father claims 90% of incidents go unregistered. This controversy highlights the potential disconnect between official crime statistics and public perception of safety in the metropolitan city.
NCRB Report: Over 57,000 Crimes Against Scheduled Castes Documented in India for 2023
Oct 01, 2025 03:08 am CST
According to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), India recorded 57,789 crimes against Scheduled Castes in 2023, with Uttar Pradesh accounting for the highest number at 15,130 cases. The national crime rate stood at 28.7 per lakh SC population, with simple hurt constituting 31.9% of all cases. While states like Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan showed alarmingly high rates, the overall chargesheet filing rate was 81.2% across the country.
Alarming 9.2% Rise in Crimes Against Children: NCRB Data Reveals 177,335 Cases in 2023
Oct 01, 2025 02:37 am CST
The National Crime Records Bureau reports a disturbing 9.2% increase in crimes against children in India for 2023, with 177,335 cases registered nationwide. Kidnapping (45%) and POCSO offenses (38.2%) dominate the statistics, while most perpetrators were known to victims. Significant regional variations exist in both crime rates and justice system efficiency, with Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh reporting the highest case numbers.
India's Road Safety Crisis: 1.73 Lakh Deaths in 2023 With Overspeeding as Major Cause
Oct 01, 2025 12:59 am CST
In 2023, India witnessed over 1.73 lakh road accident fatalities and 4.47 lakh injuries, with two-wheeler riders accounting for 45.8% of victims. The NCRB report highlights overspeeding (58.6%) and careless driving (23.6%) as primary causes, with evening hours (6-9 PM) being most dangerous. National Highways recorded the highest fatalities (34.6%), with Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu reporting the most deaths nationwide.
Manipur Records Highest Violent Crime Rates in Northeast India: NCRB 2023 Data Reveals Impact of Ethnic Conflict
Oct 01, 2025 12:55 am CST
According to the 2023 NCRB report, Manipur experienced an unprecedented surge in violent crimes, recording 14,427 incidents amid ongoing ethnic conflict between Meiteis and Kukis. The state led the Northeast in rioting and arson cases, while also recording the highest number of crimes against Scheduled Tribes in India, reflecting the devastating impact of violence that has claimed over 260 lives since May 2023.
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.