honor killing

  • Man Kills Wife and Daughters Over Not Wearing Burqa in Uttar Pradesh

    Man Kills Wife and Daughters Over Not Wearing Burqa in Uttar Pradesh

    Dec 17, 2025 02:41 pm CST

    In a shocking incident from Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, a man allegedly murdered his wife and two young daughters over a dispute about not wearing a burqa, then buried their bodies inside their home. The crime was discovered after the victims were reported missing, leading to the arrest of the accused who confessed during police interrogation.

  • Brothers-in-Law Kill Man for Harassing Sister and Sharing Her Photos, Dump Body in Canal

    Brothers-in-Law Kill Man for Harassing Sister and Sharing Her Photos, Dump Body in Canal

    Dec 15, 2025 09:48 pm CST

    Three men were arrested in Kaushambi for murdering their sister's husband, Surendra Kumar, who allegedly harassed her and shared her objectionable photographs. After beating him to death with sticks, they disposed of the body in a dry canal. Police solved the case within 12 hours using CCTV footage and surveillance, resulting in the arrest of the victim's brothers-in-law and their cousin near the Kilanhai river.

  • Tragic Honor Killing in Maharashtra: Family Murders Man Over Inter-Caste Relationship as Girlfriend Performs Posthumous Marriage

    Tragic Honor Killing in Maharashtra: Family Murders Man Over Inter-Caste Relationship as Girlfriend Performs Posthumous Marriage

    Dec 03, 2025 10:29 pm CST

    In a shocking case of caste violence in Nanded, Maharashtra, 20-year-old Saksham Tate was murdered by his girlfriend Aanchal's family over their inter-caste relationship. After the killing, Aanchal married Saksham's corpse as a symbol of defiance against caste prejudice, drawing support from prominent Dalit leaders including Prakash Ambedkar who has pledged educational assistance to honor Saksham's dreams for Aanchal's future.

  • Tragic Honor Killing in Maharashtra: Woman Marries Boyfriend

    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.

  • Honor Killing in Maharashtra: Woman Marries Deceased Lover After Family

    Honor Killing in Maharashtra: Woman Marries Deceased Lover After Family's Fatal Attack Over Caste Differences

    Dec 01, 2025 09:04 pm CST

    In a tragic case of honor killing in Maharashtra's Nanded district, six people including the parents and brother of 21-year-old Aanchal Mamidwar were arrested for murdering her boyfriend Saksham Tate. The killing stemmed from caste differences, as Aanchal belongs to the Special Backward Class while Tate was a Dalit. Following the murder, Aanchal performed a symbolic marriage ceremony with her deceased partner's body, vowing to live with his family henceforth.

  • Maharashtra Honor Killing: Police Accused of Instigating Murder Over Inter-Caste Relationship

    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

    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.

  • Brother Murders Sister Over Phone Conversations With Male Friends in Uttar Pradesh

    Brother Murders Sister Over Phone Conversations With Male Friends in Uttar Pradesh

    Nov 26, 2025 10:41 pm CST

    A 22-year-old woman was fatally stabbed by her brother in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, after he objected to her phone conversations with male friends. The accused, Sher Singh, attacked his sister Naina Devi with a sharp weapon when she attempted to retrieve her phone, claiming he was enraged by recordings he discovered and her rejection of marriage proposals. He has been arrested and charged with murder.

  • Haryana Honor Killing: Man Arrested for Murdering Sister Who Married Against Family Wishes

    Haryana Honor Killing: Man Arrested for Murdering Sister Who Married Against Family Wishes

    Nov 21, 2025 12:37 pm CST

    A man in Haryana's Rohtak was arrested with three accomplices for the honor killing of his sister who had married against family wishes. The suspects were apprehended following a shootout with police as the brother planned to kill his sister's husband next. All four accused sustained injuries during their arrest and are currently under treatment while police have recovered multiple weapons from their possession.

  • 15-Year-Old Girl Murdered by Parents in Uttar Pradesh Honor Killing Case

    15-Year-Old Girl Murdered by Parents in Uttar Pradesh Honor Killing Case

    Nov 09, 2025 05:06 pm CST

    In a shocking case of honor killing from Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, a 15-year-old girl was murdered by her parents for maintaining contact with boys from her village. The parents have been arrested after the father confessed to killing his daughter by slitting her throat after the mother sedated her. Police are currently investigating this disturbing case of family violence.