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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Hindustan Times
14-year-old boy found dead at home in South Bengaluru, suicide suspected: Report
A tragic incident unfolded in South Bengaluru on Monday as a 14-year-old boy was discovered dead in his home, in what authorities suspect to be a case of suicide. Bengaluru suicide: The 14-year-old boy was discovered dead at his residence in Banashankari.(Representative image) The boy, a Class 7 student, identified as Gandhaar, resided in Banagirinagar, Banashankari, along with his parents and older brother. Early Monday morning, around 5:40 am, his father, Ganesh Prasad — who works as a music artist — and his elder brother, who is currently pursuing a degree, found him unresponsive in his bedroom, the Deccan Herald reported. At the time of the incident, Gandhaar's mother, Savitha, a professional singer, was away in Australia on a work-related trip. According to police familiar with the case, Gandhaar left behind a detailed letter, expressing deep regret and seeking forgiveness from his family for any pain he may have caused, as per the report. READ | Bengaluru traffic alert: Avoid these key roads during VVIP visit today The heartfelt message reportedly began with a request not to grieve and continued with Gandhaar reassuring his loved ones that he was at peace. He acknowledged that he may have caused frustration or sadness during his life but insisted his intentions had never been harmful. He apologized for any mistakes he had made and thanked his family for 14 meaningful years. The note conveyed love for his friends as well and ended with an emotional farewell to his mother. "Dear family, whoever is reading this, please do not cry, as I am already in heaven. And please do not mistake me. I know how you guys are feeling now. It hurts, I know. I did this to make this house a better place. I know that I have made you guys angry, sad, mad, and irritated, etc. But my intentions weren't like that. And if you are angry about me, I am really sorry. Please forgive me for every sin and misdeed I have created and done. And I felt happy to live 14 years of my life. I am happy in heaven. Please tell all of my friends that I love them all, including my school friends. I will miss you all very much. Goodbye amma,' the note, accessed by the publication, stated. READ | Transport strike leaves Bengaluru commuters stranded. Here's what they said: Report Officials from the CK Achukattu Police Station have ruled out any signs of foul play for the time being, and an Unnatural Death Report (UDR) has been officially filed to continue the investigation. Suicide helpline: (If you need support or know someone who does, please reach out to your nearest mental health specialist. Helplines: Aasra: 022 2754 6669; Sneha India Foundation: +914424640050 and Sanjivini: 011-24311918, Roshni Foundation (Secundrabad) Contact Nos: 040-66202001, 040-66202000, ONE LIFE: Contact No: 78930 78930, SEVA: Contact No: 09441778290)
NDTV
7 days ago
- NDTV
Bones Found From New Site In Dharmasthala Mass Burial Case
Dharmasthala (Karnataka): The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged mass burial case in Dharmasthala on Monday recovered multiple skeletal remains from a new site identified by the anonymous complainant, police sources said. Under the supervision of Director General of Police (DGP) Pranab Mohanty, the SIT halted exhumations at the designated 11th site and redirected operations to a previously unexamined spot at a place called Banglegudde. The new site, located on an elevated terrain nearly 100 feet high, has yielded several skeletal fragments, including skulls and other human bones, sources in the police said. According to sources, the SIT, which is investigating the case of hundreds of alleged illegal burials between 1995 and 2014, has already gathered Unnatural Death Report (UDR) records for the period. Despite earlier records being tampered with or missing from Belthangady police archives, prior data collection ordered by Mohanty soon after the SIT's constitution helped preserve critical evidence. Police officials said the recovered skeletal remains have been sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) to determine age, gender, and possible cause of death. The skeletal remains that were recovered from site No. 6 on July 31 have been sent for forensic examination. Attempts to exhume at four other locations--labelled sites 7 to 10--had earlier failed to produce conclusive evidence, further intensifying focus on the new site. Minor injuries were reported among a few personnel during the operation due to the difficult terrain, police officials said. The SIT has invited residents who had earlier lodged complaints or shared information to actively engage with the ongoing investigation. Officials said that recovering as many skeletals as possible remains a top priority in one of Karnataka's largest forensic-led investigations. The SIT investigation continues under tight secrecy, with daily operations expected to proceed based on emerging findings. The SIT was formed by the state government after allegations emerged of mass murder, rape, and illegal burials in Dharmasthala over the past two decades. The complainant, a former sanitation worker whose identity has not been disclosed, claimed that he was employed in Dharmasthala between 1995 and 2014. He alleged that he was forced to bury several bodies--including those of women and minors--some of which bore signs of sexual assault. He has since recorded a statement before a magistrate in connection with these claims.
Hindustan Times
04-08-2025
- Hindustan Times
Mass burial: Skeletal remains found at new site in Dharmasthala
Dharmasthala , The Special Investigation Team probing the alleged mass burial case in Dharmasthala on Monday recovered multiple skeletal remains from a new site identified by the anonymous complainant, police sources said. Mass burial: Skeletal remains found at new site in Dharmasthala Under the supervision of Director General of Police Pranab Mohanty, the SIT halted exhumations at the designated 11th site and redirected operations to a previously unexamined spot at a place called Banglegudde. The new site, located on an elevated terrain nearly 100 feet high, has yielded several skeletal fragments, including skulls and other human bones, sources in the police said. According to sources, the SIT, which is investigating the case of hundreds of alleged illegal burials between 1995 and 2014, has already gathered Unnatural Death Report records for the period. Despite earlier records being tampered with or missing from Belthangady police archives, prior data collection ordered by Mohanty soon after the SIT's constitution helped preserve critical evidence. Police officials said the recovered skeletal remains have been sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory to determine age, gender, and possible cause of death. The skeletal remains that were recovered from site No. 6 on July 31 have been sent for forensic examination. Attempts to exhume at four other locations labelled sites 7 to 10 had earlier failed to produce conclusive evidence, further intensifying focus on the new site. Minor injuries were reported among a few personnel during the operation due to the difficult terrain, police officials said. The SIT has invited residents who had earlier lodged complaints or shared information to actively engage with the ongoing investigation. Officials said that recovering as many skeletals as possible remains a top priority in one of Karnataka's largest forensic-led investigations. The SIT investigation continues under tight secrecy, with daily operations expected to proceed based on emerging findings. The SIT was formed by the state government after allegations emerged of mass murder, rape, and illegal burials in Dharmasthala over the past two decades. The complainant, a former sanitation worker whose identity has not been disclosed, claimed that he was employed in Dharmasthala between 1995 and 2014. He alleged that he was forced to bury several bodies including those of women and minors some of which bore signs of sexual assault. He has since recorded a statement before a magistrate in connection with these claims. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
04-08-2025
- News18
Mass burial: Skeletal remains found at new site in Dharmasthala
Agency: PTI Last Updated: Dharmasthala (Karnataka), Aug 4 (PTI) The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged mass burial case in Dharmasthala on Monday recovered multiple skeletal remains from a new site identified by the anonymous complainant, police sources said. Under the supervision of Director General of Police (DGP) Pranab Mohanty, the SIT halted exhumations at the designated 11th site and redirected operations to a previously unexamined spot at a place called Banglegudde. The new site, located on an elevated terrain nearly 100 feet high, has yielded several skeletal fragments, including skulls and other human bones, sources in the police said. According to sources, the SIT, which is investigating the case of hundreds of alleged illegal burials between 1995 and 2014, has already gathered Unnatural Death Report (UDR) records for the period. Despite earlier records being tampered with or missing from Belthangady police archives, prior data collection ordered by Mohanty soon after the SIT's constitution helped preserve critical evidence. Police officials said the recovered skeletal remains have been sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) to determine age, gender, and possible cause of death. The skeletal remains that were recovered from site No. 6 on July 31 have been sent for forensic examination. Attempts to exhume at four other locations–labelled sites 7 to 10–had earlier failed to produce conclusive evidence, further intensifying focus on the new site. Minor injuries were reported among a few personnel during the operation due to the difficult terrain, police officials said. The SIT has invited residents who had earlier lodged complaints or shared information to actively engage with the ongoing investigation. Officials said that recovering as many skeletals as possible remains a top priority in one of Karnataka's largest forensic-led investigations. The SIT investigation continues under tight secrecy, with daily operations expected to proceed based on emerging findings. The SIT was formed by the state government after allegations emerged of mass murder, rape, and illegal burials in Dharmasthala over the past two decades. The complainant, a former sanitation worker whose identity has not been disclosed, claimed that he was employed in Dharmasthala between 1995 and 2014. He alleged that he was forced to bury several bodies–including those of women and minors–some of which bore signs of sexual assault. He has since recorded a statement before a magistrate in connection with these claims. PTI COR AMP KH view comments First Published: August 04, 2025, 20:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
30-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
Stray dogs attack kills 70-year-old man in Bengaluru, family says he was out for a walk: Report
In a tragic and chilling incident, a 70-year-old man was allegedly killed by a pack of stray dogs just outside his residence in Kodigehalli, Bengaluru, during the early hours of Sunday, reported NDTV. The deceased, identified as Seethappa, had reportedly stepped out around midnight for a walk after struggling to sleep when the fatal attack occurred. A pack of stray dogs killed a 70-year-old man in Bengaluru. (Pic for representation) According to the report, family members were jolted awake by disturbing noises and rushed outside to find a group of at least eight stray dogs attacking Seethappa. The elderly man sustained grievous injuries to his face, limbs, and torso, with large chunks of flesh torn off. Though he was immediately rushed to the hospital, doctors declared him brought dead. Also Read - Bengaluru among top districts in Karnataka's alarming 2.3 lakh dog bite cases: Report The Kodigehalli Police have taken up the case and filed an Unnatural Death Report (UDR). Investigators are now reviewing CCTV footage from the area and speaking to local residents to reconstruct the sequence of events leading up to the attack. Stray dog attacks raise across Karnataka This incident comes amid rising concern over stray dog attacks across Karnataka. According to recent data released by the State Health Department under the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP), the state has recorded a sharp 36% rise in dog bite cases in the first six months of 2025 — with 2.31 lakh bite cases and 19 rabies-related deaths reported between January and June. During the same period in 2024, there were 1.69 lakh bite cases and 18 deaths. Also Read - Bengaluru man lured via gay dating app, robbed and assaulted, two arrested: Report The growing menace has sparked widespread anxiety, especially after a recent viral video from Hubballi showed a three-year-old girl being viciously attacked by stray dogs on the street, further fuelling public outrage.
