22-year-old dies by suicide in Sihi village
A 22-year-old man, Himanshu, died by suicide in Sihi village. Police suspect distress after he lost his job three months ago. Read the full report for details.
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Smart City Pipeline Leaks Put Ludhiana Commuters at Risk
Repeated leaks in Ludhiana's Smart City project pipelines cause waterlogging and traffic chaos, raising serious safety concerns. Officials face public ire over project delays.
Kolkata Metro Green Line Hit by Power Snag, Services Disrupted
A power trip at Kolkata's Green Line Sector V station on Friday caused major service disruptions and overcrowding. Services resumed after three hours. Read more about the commuter ordeal.
NDA Staff Found Dead, Suicide Suspected Over Money Woes
A 31-year-old civilian employee at Pune's National Defence Academy was found dead in a suspected suicide. Police cite financial distress. This follows two cadet deaths last October.
India's Goldilocks Economy Hides Rural Deflation Crisis
While India's economy shows high growth and low inflation, deflation is crippling rural incomes. Wholesale crop prices fall below MSPs, signaling a deep demand slump. Read the full analysis.
Pune techie dies by suicide in office over betting losses
A young software engineer in Pune's Hinjewadi died by suicide using a charging wire after suffering financial losses in online betting. Police have registered an accidental death case. Read the full story.
Daily Wage Labourer Dies by Suicide in Karur Hospital
A 31-year-old man, struggling with mental distress and setbacks, died by suicide inside Karur Govt Medical College Hospital. Police investigation is ongoing. If you need help, call TN health helpline 104.
Man confesses to killing family in Delhi's Laxmi Nagar
Yashveer Singh walked into a Delhi police station, confessing to murdering his mother, sister, and brother. Police cite severe financial distress as the motive. Investigation ongoing.
Kolkata Metro Disruption on New Year's First Monday Causes Commuter Chaos
Kolkata's Blue Line metro services were disrupted for over an hour due to a technical snag, affecting students and office-goers. Normalcy resumed after 8:39 am. Read about the commuter ordeal and systemic issues.
Assam Farmers Block Highway with Potatoes Over Low Prices
Hundreds of potato farmers in Assam's Sadiya staged a dramatic protest by dumping tonnes of produce on NH-37, demanding fair prices and market infrastructure. Read their demands.
Elimination Diet: A 34-Year-Old's 3-Week Journey to Health
Ananya's tests were normal but she suffered from bloating & fatigue. A structured 3-week elimination diet identified her food triggers. Learn the protocol and bust myths.
Body Image Distress High in Underweight & Obese Youth: Study
A new AIIMS-ICMR study reveals nearly 50% of underweight & obese young Indians face severe body image anxiety, calling for urgent mental health integration in weight care.
Udupi launches Akka Pade for women's safety
Udupi Deputy Commissioner launches Akka Pade, a new initiative to provide immediate assistance to women in distress and prevent harassment. Learn about this key safety measure.
Hosakerehalli Flyover Offers Little Relief to Bengaluru Commuters
Bengaluru's new Hosakerehalli flyover is causing frustration as traffic jams persist during peak hours. Commuters say the 5-year wait was for nothing. Read more about the ongoing traffic crisis.
Gujarat University Gives Wrong Exam Paper, Students Protest
Gujarat University's exam chaos continues as students get wrong question paper. ABVP demands action. Will the administration finally fix systemic failures? Read more.
Vidarbha: 2,009 farmer suicides reported in 2025
Kishor Tiwari reveals 2,009 farmer suicides in Vidarbha for 2025, accusing BJP and all political parties of silence on agrarian distress. Read the full report.
Bhopal guard dies by suicide over gambling debt of Rs 70k
A 50-year-old security guard in Bhopal died by suicide, citing financial distress from a Rs 70,000 gambling loss and a looming Rs 11,000 debt repayment in a recovered note. Police investigation underway.
Heavy Rain Destroys Paddy Crop in Karnataka's Malavalli
Heavy unseasonal rainfall devastates paddy crops in Karnataka's Malavalli taluk, causing significant losses for farmers. Read about the impact and official response.
Mumbai GRP Launches 24/7 Helpdesks at Every Station
Mumbai GRP establishes round-the-clock helpdesks at all suburban railway stations for visible policing and emergency aid. New SOP ensures commuter assistance for security, lost items, and medical emergencies.
Andhra Red Gram Farmers Sell Below MSP, Face Crisis
Andhra Pradesh's red gram farmers face distress sales at Rs 6,500/quintal, far below the Rs 8,000 MSP. Falling yields and delayed govt procurement deepen the agrarian crisis. Read more.
Family of Three Found Dead in Bokaro, Debt Suspected
A couple and their toddler son were found dead in Bokaro's Sector 9B. Police suspect debt as the motive. Read the full investigation details here.
Man rescued from high-tension tower after proposal rejection
A man in Greater Noida climbed a 50-foot electricity tower after his marriage proposal was rejected. After a 3-hour rescue operation, he was safely brought down. Read the full story.
Widow dies after poisoning self, 3 daughters in Alwar
A 27-year-old widow in Alwar allegedly poisoned herself and her three young daughters. While she succumbed, the children survived. Police cite financial distress after husband's death as a likely cause. Read the full report.
Deeg widow dies after poisoning self, 3 daughters
A 27-year-old widow in Rajasthan's Deeg allegedly poisoned herself and her three young daughters. She died in hospital, while her children survived. Police cite financial and emotional distress after husband's death.
3 Deaths, Distress as Bengal SIR Hearings Grip Elderly Voters
Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal leads to tragic deaths of elderly voters and distress among pregnant women. EC clarifies home visit rules. Read the full report.
Suicide Bid Disrupts Kolkata Metro Blue Line During Rush Hour
A passenger's suicide attempt at Maidan station crippled Kolkata's Blue Line metro services for 48 minutes during Monday's peak hour, causing massive commuter chaos. Read about the impact and aftermath.
India Launches Women's Support Centre in Toronto
The Indian Consulate in Toronto launches a One Stop Centre for Women to aid distressed Indian nationals facing abuse, legal issues, and family conflict. Get help via 24/7 helpline.
Floods, Low Prices Deepen India's Agrarian Distress in 2025
Severe floods and market prices falling below MSP cripple Indian farmers' incomes in 2025. Can government procurement schemes stabilize the rural economy? Read our in-depth analysis.
Pune cabbies charge extra for AC in cold weather
Pune cab riders face demands for extra payment to switch on air-conditioners during winter. Multiple incidents reported with Uber and Rapido. Read about the commuter ordeal and official response.
MGNREGA Renaming: A Shift to Supply-Driven Scheme?
The renaming of MGNREGA sparks debate: Does it tackle rural distress or shift from a demand-driven to a supply-driven framework? Experts weigh in on the implications.
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