Results for: Suicide

A Tamil Nadu-based software engineer, identified as Karthikeyan, tragically took his own life by electrocution, reportedly due to depression caused by work pressure. This incident comes amidst a nationwide discussion on work-life balance and mental health sparked by the recent death of an Ernst & Young employee, Anna Sebastian Perayil, also attributed to extreme work pressure. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding Karthikeyan’s death, highlighting the urgent need for workplaces to prioritize employee well-being.

A Govandi-based app-cab driver in Mumbai was found dead on Friday after allegedly jumping from the Bandra-Worli Sea Link. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, with police receiving a distress call at midnight. Search and rescue efforts were conducted by the Worli Fire Brigade, Bandra Fire Brigade, and Worli Police, but the driver’s body was not found until the following morning near Dadar Chowpatty. The police are currently investigating the incident, and the reason behind the driver’s tragic decision remains unclear.

The tragic suicide of a 19-year-old delivery driver in Chennai, India, after a customer’s harsh reprimand highlights the mounting pressure faced by gig workers in the country. The incident underscores the need for better support systems and mental health resources for individuals navigating the often-demanding and unpredictable nature of gig work.

Bollywood actress Malaika Arora’s father, Anil Arora, died by suicide on Monday. The incident occurred at their family residence in Mumbai. Malaika was not at home at the time and rushed back to Mumbai after learning about the tragedy. Arbaaz Khan and his family were also pictured arriving at the Arora residence to offer their support.

Actor-model Malaika Arora’s father, Anil Arora, has passed away after jumping from a building in Mumbai. While no suicide note has been found, police are investigating the incident.

A 13-year-old student was found dead in a private school hostel in Katihar, Bihar. While the police initially classified it as a suicide, the deceased’s family alleges murder, claiming the boy was humiliated and beaten before being hanged. The school administration denies the allegations and maintains it was a suicide.

A 59-year-old supervisor at Chennai Airport was found dead in her office on Friday. Police suspect suicide, possibly related to the recent death of her brother. The woman, identified as P. Nirmala, was on night duty and alone in her office when the incident occurred.

A 22-year-old engineering student from Telangana died by suicide after being questioned by police during a raid on gated communities in Potheri, near Chennai. The student, who had been staying in a rented accommodation, was one of 24 students questioned during the raid, which resulted in the seizure of marijuana. While no case was registered against him, the student reportedly felt depressed after the incident and took his own life.

Anuradha Tiwari, CEO of JustBurstOut, has once again ignited social media debate with a post that blames caste-based reservations for the suicide of a 19-year-old Brahmin girl. Her controversial stance has led to mixed reactions, with some supporting her claims and others criticizing her for blaming marginalized communities.

Marianne Fraser, a new mother, was devastated to discover her husband had taken his own life on New Year’s Eve. Adding to her grief, she later found evidence of his infidelity throughout their marriage. Despite the pain, Marianne is choosing to focus on her son and rebuild her life.