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The Hindu
2 days ago
- The Hindu
Woman ends life five months after wedding in Erode
A 35-year-old woman, who had been married for five months, died by suicide in Erode on Wednesday (August 13, 2025). The police said Vinodhini, of Pachampalayam in Anthiyur, married S. Boopathi, 37, of Vettukattuvalasu in the city on February 16, 2025. The couple jointly ran a garment business. According to the police, disputes had arisen between them, and Vinodhini had repeatedly told her mother, Indirani, 54, that she did not wish to live. On Wednesday, Boopathi's relative Palanisamy informed Indirani that Vinodhini had been missing since the previous night. Indirani received an SMS from her daughter stating that she did not wish to live and that no one was responsible for her death. Indirani tried calling her, but could not reach her, and immediately alerted Boopathi. In the afternoon, family members searching near Boopathi's house found Vinodhini's body. Doctors at Government Erode Medical College and Hospital declared her dead. Based on Indirani's complaint, the Erode North police registered a case under Section 194(3)(i) (suicide by a woman within seven years of marriage) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. The post-mortem was conducted on Thursday (August 14), and the body was handed over to relatives. (Help is available for those struggling with suicidal thoughts through the State Health Helpline at 104 and Sneha's Suicide Prevention Helpline at 044-24640050.)
The Hindu
16-07-2025
- The Hindu
Police launch probe into death of woman in Erode
The police have launched an investigation into the suicide of a 32-year-old married woman to determine whether there was any foul play in the death. The deceased, a resident of Kondaiyampalayam, had reportedly died by suicide after she was found to be in a relationship with a man who was not her husband. However, her family members cremated the body without informing the authorities, triggering an inquiry, in Anthiyur. Upon learning about the incident, Veeramuthu, the Village Administrative Officer of Nagalur, lodged a complaint with the police against the family for conducting the cremation without intimating the authorities. On Wednesday, the police launched an investigation to determine if there was any foul play involved in her death. (Help is available for those struggling with suicidal thoughts through the State Health Helpline at 104 and Sneha's Suicide Prevention Helpline at 044-24640050.)
The Hindu
27-06-2025
- The Hindu
Mother kills child, ends life in Erode
In a tragic incident, a 28-year-old mother reportedly killed her one-and-a-half-year-old son and ended her life in Vellode near here on Friday. Police said Kavin Prasad and his wife Amaravathi had been married for five years and had a son named Aathiran. Kavin works at a private company in Perundurai. Around 11 p.m. on Thursday, he returned home from work, had dinner with his family, and went to bed. Around 3 a.m., he woke up and found both his wife and son missing. He was shocked to find Amaravathi hanging. With help from neighbours, she was rushed to the Government Erode Medical College and Hospital in Perundurai, where doctors declared her brought dead. Upon returning home, Kavin discovered his son Aathiran dead in a water tub. The Vellode police were alerted, and the child's body was sent for post-mortem. Preliminary investigations suggest that Amaravathi killed her son before taking her own life. Police are probing whether the incident was triggered by domestic issues or other reasons, and whether there was any foul play. (Help is available for those struggling with suicidal thoughts through the State Health Helpline at 104 and Sneha's Suicide Prevention Helpline at 044-24640050)
The Hindu
20-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Student kills self after third attempt at NEET exam in Salem
A student who appeared for the NEET exam for the third time killed himself on Monday, fearing he would not clear the exam. Gowtham, 21, a resident of Narasothipatti near Suramangalam, had previously taken the exam twice but did not secure the required marks. Determined to succeed, he attempted the exam for the third time this year. However, he was reportedly anxious and depressed over his performance, and took his life at his residence on Monday night when he was alone at home. The incident came to light when his parents returned home. Suramangalam police were alerted and sent the body to the Government Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College and Hospital for post-mortem examination. A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway. Assistance for overcoming suicidal thoughts is available through the State's Health Helpline at 104 and Sneha's Suicide Prevention Helpline at 044-24640050.
The Hindu
19-05-2025
- The Hindu
Two students end lives in separate incidents in Salem
A college student and a Class X student ended their lives, in separate incidents, allegedly after being scolded by their parents for playing games on mobile phones at Veeraganur in Salem district on Sunday. M. Rishkesh, 15, of Puliyankurichi, a student of a private school in Thalaivasal, was reportedly warned by his parents for playing games on mobile phone. He took the extreme step on Sunday night while they were away. Likewise, K. Dhanush, 18, a first-year college student, also ended his life on Sunday night. The Veeraganur police have registered cases and are investigating. (Assistance for overcoming suicidal thoughts is available through the State's Health Helpline at 104 and Sneha's Suicide Prevention Helpline at 044-24640050.) Restoration of train services The Arakkonam–Salem–Arakkonam MEMU trains, which were temporarily cancelled, will resume services on May 20. A release from the Salem Railway Division said Train No. 16087 Arakkonam–Salem MEMU (operating five days a week, except Saturdays and Sundays), departing from Arakkonam at 5.15 a.m. and arriving at Salem Junction at 10.50 a.m., will resume service on May 20. Similarly, Train No. 16088 Salem–Arakkonam MEMU (operating five days a week, except on Saturdays and Sundays), departing from Salem Junction at 3.30 p.m. and reaching Arakkonam at 8.45 p.m., will also resume service on May 20, the release added.
