domestic violence
Schizophrenic Man Kills Father with Sledgehammer Despite Active Protection Order: A Family Tragedy in Illinois
Dec 17, 2025 02:53 pm CST
A 28-year-old Indian-origin man diagnosed with schizophrenia has been charged with first-degree murder after allegedly killing his father with a sledgehammer in their Illinois home. Despite having an active protection order against him, Abhijit Patel was living with his parents when the tragic incident occurred. He claimed to investigators it was his "religious obligation" to kill his father, though doctors had previously identified these allegations as delusional.
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.
Supreme Court Declares Dowry Eradication an Urgent Constitutional and Social Necessity as Anti-Dowry Laws Face Dual Challenges
Dec 16, 2025 01:29 am CST
The Supreme Court of India has issued a landmark ruling highlighting the critical need to eliminate dowry practices while addressing the paradoxical challenges of ineffective enforcement and misuse of anti-dowry legislation. The Court has directed comprehensive reforms in education, law enforcement, and judicial processes to combat this persistent social evil that transcends religious boundaries, emphasizing that marriage partners must be treated as constitutional equals.
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.
Former Boyfriend Arrested for Brutal Murder of Young Woman in Haryana
Dec 14, 2025 08:39 pm CST
Police in Haryana have arrested Furkan alias Bilal for the brutal murder of his ex-girlfriend whose decapitated body was found in Yamunanagar. Authorities report the murder followed the end of their two-year relationship after Furkan's engagement to another woman. A Special Investigation Team successfully identified the suspect through technical evidence, recovering key items from his possession as the investigation continues.
Fatal Altercation in Punjab: Woman Killed After Attacking Partner in Hotel Dispute
Dec 13, 2025 08:42 pm CST
A tragic incident in Ludhiana, Punjab resulted in a woman's death after she severely injured her partner's genitals during an argument over marriage. The man, who has been arrested, retaliated by strangling her before fleeing the hotel. The victim was undergoing divorce proceedings and had two children. Authorities are investigating the complete sequence of events while the accused receives medical treatment.
Shashi Tharoor Condemns India's Failure to Criminalize Marital Rape Despite Democratic Values
Dec 12, 2025 01:36 pm CST
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor criticized India's legal stance on marital rape, highlighting how the country remains among the few democracies that fail to properly criminalize non-consensual sexual acts within marriage. Speaking in Kolkata, Tharoor called the current legal exemption for husbands a "travesty of justice" based on outdated assumptions about marriage, advocating for comprehensive reform to protect women's rights and autonomy regardless of marital status.
UP Female Constable Files Case Against Husband After Forced Sanitiser Consumption and Ongoing Dowry Harassment
Dec 10, 2025 01:48 am CST
A female police constable in Pilibhit has filed serious charges against her husband and in-laws, including forced sanitiser consumption after catching her husband in an inappropriate situation with her sister-in-law. The complaint details ongoing dowry harassment, physical abuse during pregnancy, and multiple violent incidents since their 2023 marriage, despite her family spending approximately Rs 50 lakh on wedding expenses.
American Student Found Guilty of Murdering Girlfriend After STD Test Dispute at London University
Dec 09, 2025 04:24 pm CST
An American student, Joshua Michals, has been convicted of murdering his classmate Zhe Wang at her London apartment following an escalating dispute over STD testing. The 26-year-old filmmaking student claimed self-defense but evidence revealed he stabbed Wang twice in the face and strangled her before disposing of evidence and delaying contacting authorities. The case highlights a relationship that deteriorated over health concerns before culminating in a violent confrontation.
Tragic Murder-Suicide in UP's Bijnor: Father Poisons Children Following Marital Dispute
Dec 07, 2025 01:59 am CST
In a devastating incident in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, a 28-year-old man named Baburam allegedly poisoned his two young children before taking his own life following ongoing marital disputes. Police officials reported that the tragedy occurred in a forest near Mubarakpur Khadar village, highlighting the severe consequences of untreated mental health issues and domestic conflicts. Mental health support resources are available for those in crisis.