Ever felt frustrated over the toxic culture at your workplace? Well, this has reportedly become a key issue for staff connected to the French prime minister's office. Now, the Paris public prosecutor has opened a preliminary inquiry into alleged workplace bullying.&nbsp;The trigger for this probe was a woman who handled issues related to correspondence for the prime minister’s office.&nbsp;According to reports, she tried to take her own life in April by throwing herself under a train, but a commuter saved her life.&nbsp;After her attempted suicide, she reportedly filed a complaint against alleged harassment.&nbsp;Her lawyer told the media that her client was no longer invited to meetings and was often mocked at.&nbsp;Now, the French prime minister's services comprise 50 departments, directorates, and missions and accounts for around three thousand five hundred employees.&nbsp;Since October last year, reports indicate that the PM’s services have seen two suicides, two suicide attempts, and one mysterious death.&nbsp;To be clear though, none of these persons directly worked with French PM Sebastien Lecornu.&nbsp;But, what are the reasons for this crisis?&nbsp;Toxic workplace culture has come under the scanner.&nbsp;For instance, one complaint made to the Paris state prosecutor in June cited institutional bullying in certain departments.&nbsp;It reportedly claimed that this factor was behind one of the suicide attempts.&nbsp;The other issue being talked about is the instability of government which resulted in frequent staffing cuts and management changes.&nbsp;In the last two years alone, France has had four prime ministers—Gabriel Attal, Michel Barnier, Fran-Swa Bayru, and Sebastien Lecornu.&nbsp;In wake of the suicide crisis, the French prime minister’s services have stepped in.&nbsp;While expressing full respect and support to colleagues and their families, senior officials stressed that psychological welfare was a constant priority for the PM’s services.&nbsp;They added that a specialist audit on workplace wellbeing would be conducted.&nbsp;This is not all.&nbsp;They also revealed that an inquiry was underway in three specific cases—one of an attempted suicide and two suicides.

The French prime minister's services comprise 50 departments, directorates, and missions and account for around three thousand five hundred employees. Since October last year, reports indicate that the PM’s services have seen two suicides, two suicide attempts, and one mysterious death.

Ever felt frustrated over the toxic culture at your workplace? Well, this has reportedly become a key issue for staff connected to the French prime minister's office. Now, the Paris public prosecutor has opened a preliminary inquiry into alleged workplace bullying. The trigger for this probe was a woman who handled issues related to correspondence for the prime minister’s office. According to reports, she tried to take her own life in April by throwing herself under a train, but a commuter saved her life. After her attempted suicide, she reportedly filed a complaint against alleged harassment. Her lawyer told the media that her client was no longer invited to meetings and was often mocked at. Now, the French prime minister's services comprise 50 departments, directorates, and missions and accounts for around three thousand five hundred employees. Since October last year, reports indicate that the PM’s services have seen two suicides, two suicide attempts, and one mysterious death. To be clear though, none of these persons directly worked with French PM Sebastien Lecornu. But, what are the reasons for this crisis? Toxic workplace culture has come under the scanner. For instance, one complaint made to the Paris state prosecutor in June cited institutional bullying in certain departments. It reportedly claimed that this factor was behind one of the suicide attempts. The other issue being talked about is the instability of government which resulted in frequent staffing cuts and management changes. In the last two years alone, France has had four prime ministers—Gabriel Attal, Michel Barnier, Fran-Swa Bayru, and Sebastien Lecornu. In wake of the suicide crisis, the French prime minister’s services have stepped in. While expressing full respect and support to colleagues and their families, senior officials stressed that psychological welfare was a constant priority for the PM’s services. They added that a specialist audit on workplace wellbeing would be conducted. This is not all. They also revealed that an inquiry was underway in three specific cases—one of an attempted suicide and two suicides.

The French prime minister's services comprise 50 departments, directorates, and missions and account for around three thousand five hundred employees. Since October last year, reports indicate that the PM’s services have seen two suicides, two suicide attempts, and one mysterious death.

Suicides in French PM’s staff raise furore, trigger preliminary inquiry | Gravitas

A deadly suicide bombing has struck Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, killing 15 people, including military personnel, police officers and a forest department official. The attack targeted a joint security checkpost in the Tank district when an explosive-laden vehicle rammed into the facility. Pakistani security forces responded with a counter-operation, reportedly killing multiple attackers. The military has blamed the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) for the assault, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the country's northwest.


Pakistan suicide bombing: 15 including 12 security personnel killed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

In a shocking incident, a 13-year-old girl allegedly died by suicide after she was reportedly fined Rs 20 for not completing her school homework in Bengaluru’s Anekal. According to a note left behind by the girl, she detailed the circumstances that led her to take the drastic step. She said that she was also harassed by the school staff. She was found by her mother hanging in her room when she went to wake her up on Thursday (Jul 9) morningMadhushree, a class 8 student, said that she was punished by a teacher for not completing her homework and was asked to pay a fine of Rs 20. She also claimed that she was threatened that she would be issued a transfer certificate (TC). The alleged note alleged that she was humiliated and harassed, which left her emotionally distressed and drove her to take the extreme step. The note does not make any specific allegation against an individual teacher.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mumbai-rains-landslides-hit-highways-rail-services-schools-shut-as-imd-issues-severe-weather-warning-1783317860608">Maharashtra rains: Landslides hit Mumbai-Pune highways; schools shut as IMD issues severe weather warning</a>The girl’s family has accused members of the school’s teaching staff of harassment, demanding strict action against those responsible. According to an NDTV report, the student’s mother also alleged harassment by the teaching staff. &nbsp;“It seems like the teachers have been torturing her. I don’t know their names. She missed school for one day. She didn’t tell anyone what she went through at school. She could have told her sister, but I wasn’t aware of it,” she said.The Suryanagar police registered a case of unnatural death and launched an investigation into the allegations. Further probe is underway.<a href="https://support.google.com/websearch/answer/11181469">Get help &amp; support for suicide</a>If you or someone you know wants help for mental well-being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. You can contact local authorities and also encourage the person to contact a suicide prevention hotline using the information in the above link. WION is not associated with any of these organisations and does not make any recommendations.

A 13-year-old student in Bengaluru died by suicide, leaving a note alleging harassment and TC threats after being fined ₹20 for incomplete homework. Police have launched an investigation.

In a shocking incident, a 13-year-old girl allegedly died by suicide after she was reportedly fined Rs 20 for not completing her school homework in Bengaluru’s Anekal. According to a note left behind by the girl, she detailed the circumstances that led her to take the drastic step. She said that she was also harassed by the school staff. She was found by her mother hanging in her room when she went to wake her up on Thursday (Jul 9) morning Madhushree, a class 8 student, said that she was punished by a teacher for not completing her homework and was asked to pay a fine of Rs 20. She also claimed that she was threatened that she would be issued a transfer certificate (TC). The alleged note alleged that she was humiliated and harassed, which left her emotionally distressed and drove her to take the extreme step. The note does not make any specific allegation against an individual teacher. Also read | Maharashtra rains: Landslides hit Mumbai-Pune highways; schools shut as IMD issues severe weather warning The girl’s family has accused members of the school’s teaching staff of harassment, demanding strict action against those responsible. According to an NDTV report, the student’s mother also alleged harassment by the teaching staff. “It seems like the teachers have been torturing her. I don’t know their names. She missed school for one day. She didn’t tell anyone what she went through at school. She could have told her sister, but I wasn’t aware of it,” she said. The Suryanagar police registered a case of unnatural death and launched an investigation into the allegations. Further probe is underway. Get help & support for suicide If you or someone you know wants help for mental well-being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. You can contact local authorities and also encourage the person to contact a suicide prevention hotline using the information in the above link. WION is not associated with any of these organisations and does not make any recommendations.

A 13-year-old student in Bengaluru died by suicide, leaving a note alleging harassment and TC threats after being fined ₹20 for incomplete homework. Police have launched an investigation.

Bengaluru shocker: Fined Rs 20 for homework, 13-year-old girl dies by suicide

Delhi Judge Aman Kumar Sharma was found dead at his residence in the Safdarjung area under tragic circumstances. Police officials have initiated an investigation to determine the cause of death, while forensic teams examine the scene. The incident has raised serious concerns and shock within legal and judicial circles.


Delhi Judge Aman Kumar Sharma Found Dead At Safdarjung Residence 

BJP workers in Telangana are protesting and demanding a thorough inquiry following the alleged suicide of a party candidate, reportedly linked to harassment. The incident, which has led to high security at the DGP office, occurred just before local elections, causing significant tension. Protesters are seeking justice for the alleged suicide, which emerged amidst the civic poll developments. 


Telangana Civic Polls: BJP Workers Protest; Demand Justice For Alleged Suicide of Candidate

Around 2.15 am early Wednesday, three sisters jumped from their ninth-floor apartment in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad, after leaving a handwritten note that said, "Sorry, Papa". Police Now record similar death patterns. Watch video to find out more.


Ghaziabad Sisters' Suicide: Father Linked To Earlier Cases

Around 2.15 am early Wednesday, three sisters jumped from their ninth-floor apartment in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad, after leaving a handwritten note that said, "Sorry, Papa".


Ghaziabad Sisters' Suicide: New details Emerge, Father Says Girls Adopted Korean Names

Three minor sisters aged 12, 14 and 16 died by suicide in Ghaziabad’s Bharat City Society in the early hours of February 4, 2026, after reportedly jumping hand-in-hand from their ninth-floor balcony following a dispute with their parents over online gaming addiction.


Ghaziabad: Three Girls Die by Suicide in Ghaziabad, Online Game Connection Investigated

Three minor sisters, aged 12 , 14 , and 16 , died by suicide in Ghaziabad's Bharat City Society on February 4, 2026, after jumping hand-in-hand from their 9th-floor balcony around 2 AM following a dispute with parents over online gaming addiction.


India: Three Minor Sisters Die By Suicide in Ghaziabad; Online Korean Game Link Emerges

In a shocking incident, three minor sisters died after jumping off the ninth floor of their residential building in Uttar Pradesh’s Ghaziabad early Tuesday (Feb 4). While the reason behind the incident is unclear at the moment, preliminary reports suggest they were addicted to a Korean online task-based gaming app. Police said that the victims left behind an eight-page suicide note. Reportedly, they jumped off the balcony after their parents allegedly objected to their online gaming addiction.The incident occurred around 2 am at Bharat City, a residential township in Ghaziabad under Tila Mod Police Limits in the Loni area. The police have reached the site, and an investigation is underway into the matter.The girls have been identified as Pakhi (12), Prachi (14), and Vishika (16). Reportedly, the three sisters did everything together, including eating, going to school, sleeping, and other day-to-day activities, according to NDTV.&nbsp;“Upon reaching the scene and conducting an investigation, it was confirmed that three girls, daughters of Chetan Kumar, had died after jumping from the building,” said Atul Kumar Singh, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Shalimar Garden. “They were taken by ambulance to a hospital in Loni, where doctors declared them dead. The police are conducting further legal proceedings,” he added.The report added that they got addicted to an online task-based ‘Korean love game’ during the COVID-19 pandemic. They also gave themselves Korean names.&nbsp;The police said that the girls have not been attending the school regularly, while Vishika, the eldest sister, was not good at studies.<h2>What suicide note said</h2>The suicide note left behind by the girls said, “Read everything written in this diary because all of it is true. Read now. I'm really sorry. Sorry, Papa.” The eight-page-long suicide note was written on the pages of a pocket diary and detailed their online gaming and mobile activity. The middle sister, Prachi, is said to be leading her siblings in a game.

While the reason behind the incident is unclear at the moment, preliminary reports suggest they were addicted to a Korean online task-based gaming app.

In a shocking incident, three minor sisters died after jumping off the ninth floor of their residential building in Uttar Pradesh’s Ghaziabad early Tuesday (Feb 4). While the reason behind the incident is unclear at the moment, preliminary reports suggest they were addicted to a Korean online task-based gaming app. Police said that the victims left behind an eight-page suicide note. Reportedly, they jumped off the balcony after their parents allegedly objected to their online gaming addiction. The incident occurred around 2 am at Bharat City, a residential township in Ghaziabad under Tila Mod Police Limits in the Loni area. The police have reached the site, and an investigation is underway into the matter. The girls have been identified as Pakhi (12), Prachi (14), and Vishika (16). Reportedly, the three sisters did everything together, including eating, going to school, sleeping, and other day-to-day activities, according to NDTV. “Upon reaching the scene and conducting an investigation, it was confirmed that three girls, daughters of Chetan Kumar, had died after jumping from the building,” said Atul Kumar Singh, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Shalimar Garden. “They were taken by ambulance to a hospital in Loni, where doctors declared them dead. The police are conducting further legal proceedings,” he added. The report added that they got addicted to an online task-based ‘Korean love game’ during the COVID-19 pandemic. They also gave themselves Korean names. The police said that the girls have not been attending the school regularly, while Vishika, the eldest sister, was not good at studies. What suicide note said The suicide note left behind by the girls said, “Read everything written in this diary because all of it is true. Read now. I'm really sorry. Sorry, Papa.” The eight-page-long suicide note was written on the pages of a pocket diary and detailed their online gaming and mobile activity. The middle sister, Prachi, is said to be leading her siblings in a game.

While the reason behind the incident is unclear at the moment, preliminary reports suggest they were addicted to a Korean online task-based gaming app.

Ghaziabad shocker! Three minor sisters die by suicide, online gaming link emerge – Here’s what happened

Japan has recorded a troubling rise in child suicides in 2025, reaching the highest level on record, according to government data. Officials say school-related stress remains one of the leading contributing factors, prompting renewed calls for stronger mental health support, counselling systems and reforms within the education system.


Japan: Child Suicides Hit Record High In 2025, School Stress A Key Factor | WION

A 40-year-old man died after setting himself on fire in Madurai this evening in an incident the police suspect is suicide linked to the ongoing controversy over the lighting of a deepam on a pillar at the Thiruparankundram hilltop.


Karthigai Deepam Row: Madurai Man Sets Himself on Fire Near Police Station in Tamil Nadu

A 16-year-old Class 10 student from Delhi died after allegedly jumping from the platform at Rajendra Place Metro Station, leaving behind a handwritten note that sparked widespread protests. In the note, the boy apologised to his family and attributed his decision to alleged harassment by teachers, requesting that action be taken so that “no other student” suffers similarly. According to an FIR filed by his father, the student had been under “severe mental stress” due to repeated scolding, humiliation and alleged mental harassment over minor issues. The family said their concerns, raised multiple times with school authorities, were ignored, and that the boy’s distress had intensified in recent weeks. After news of his death spread, parents and students gathered outside the school demanding accountability. Police are currently verifying the allegations in the note and the FIR. A friend claimed the boy had long-standing issues, including conflicts with a drama teacher.

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In a shocking development coming out of Madhya Pradesh’s Dewas, Rohini Kalam, who played for India at the international level in Jiu-Jitsu sport, was found dead at her home, the police officials said on Sunday (Oct 26). Per the latest reports, no one from her family was around when the suspected suicide took place. Rohini’s sister, Roshni, later found her hanging. Her father, a retired Bank Note Press employee, and her mother and sister were all away from the scene when she allegedly took this extreme step to take her life. Although a preliminary investigation suggests a suicide case, the police did not find any note.<h3>What caused her death?</h3>A NDTV report suggests that Rohini was under tremendous stress for the past few days leading up to the day when she allegedly ended her life, per her sister’s social media handles; however, the probe into the death is continuing. Her sister also blamed the school and the school's principal for troubling Rohini.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/indw-vs-banw-big-blow-to-india-as-star-batter-pratika-rawal-suffers-freak-injury-before-semis-1761492464259">IND-W vs BAN-W: Big blow to India as star batter Pratika Rawal suffers freak injury before semis</a> &nbsp;“She was worried about her job. The faculty at her school were troubling her. Her school's principal was troubling her. I could sense it from the way she was speaking on her phone,” Roshni, Rohini's sister, was quoted as saying by NDTV. &nbsp;Her sister informed that Rohini worked in MP's Ashta, and visited home on Saturday for a visit. While detailing more about her sister's usual routine, Roshini said that Rohini's Sunday morning began with her tea and breakfast, followed by a phone call, after which she went to her room and locked the door. As she and their mother were out to a temple visit and her father was also away from home, Rohini allegedly hanged herself. &nbsp;Rohini's father also talked about Rohini’s dream of becoming an IPS officer and pursuing the Vikram Award for a couple of years. Her father admitted that Rohini faced tremendous pressure at work and was also resisting marriage proposals. &nbsp;Besides, Rohini was also said to be struggling with physical ailments after a major surgery (five months ago), while the continuous work-related stress added further pressure.

Rohini's father, a retired Bank Note Press employee, and her mother and sister were all away from the scene when she allegedly took this extreme step to take her life.

In a shocking development coming out of Madhya Pradesh’s Dewas, Rohini Kalam, who played for India at the international level in Jiu-Jitsu sport, was found dead at her home, the police officials said on Sunday (Oct 26). Per the latest reports, no one from her family was around when the suspected suicide took place. Rohini’s sister, Roshni, later found her hanging. Her father, a retired Bank Note Press employee, and her mother and sister were all away from the scene when she allegedly took this extreme step to take her life. Although a preliminary investigation suggests a suicide case, the police did not find any note. What caused her death? A NDTV report suggests that Rohini was under tremendous stress for the past few days leading up to the day when she allegedly ended her life, per her sister’s social media handles; however, the probe into the death is continuing. Her sister also blamed the school and the school's principal for troubling Rohini. Also read | IND-W vs BAN-W: Big blow to India as star batter Pratika Rawal suffers freak injury before semis “She was worried about her job. The faculty at her school were troubling her. Her school's principal was troubling her. I could sense it from the way she was speaking on her phone,” Roshni, Rohini's sister, was quoted as saying by NDTV. Her sister informed that Rohini worked in MP's Ashta, and visited home on Saturday for a visit. While detailing more about her sister's usual routine, Roshini said that Rohini's Sunday morning began with her tea and breakfast, followed by a phone call, after which she went to her room and locked the door. As she and their mother were out to a temple visit and her father was also away from home, Rohini allegedly hanged herself. Rohini's father also talked about Rohini’s dream of becoming an IPS officer and pursuing the Vikram Award for a couple of years. Her father admitted that Rohini faced tremendous pressure at work and was also resisting marriage proposals. Besides, Rohini was also said to be struggling with physical ailments after a major surgery (five months ago), while the continuous work-related stress added further pressure.

Rohini's father, a retired Bank Note Press employee, and her mother and sister were all away from the scene when she allegedly took this extreme step to take her life.

Rohini Kalam, India’s Jiu-Jitsu player, found dead at home in Madhya Pradesh; suicide suspected

A senior engineer in the Public Works Department of Arunachal Pradesh allegedly shot himself dead hours after a suicide note left behind by a 19-year-old boy alleged sexual abuse and accused the engineer and an IAS officer. The turn of incidents has sent shockwaves across the state. The first death, on October 23, was of a 19-year-old man who detailed months of sexual abuse, intimidation, and mental torture in his suicide note. “The reason for my death is Talo Potom (IAS). If he hadn’t recruited me to this post, I wouldn’t have committed suicide. Because of him, I did everything I did, and now there’s no way left to live,” the note read.&nbsp;It also detailed alleged intimate relations, manipulation, broken promises involving money, and subsequent threats. He also wrote that he had contracted HIV and accused one of the officers of abandoning and blackmailing him afterward.Hours after the suicide note surfaced, the Public Works Department engineer allegedly shot himself dead.&nbsp;The body of the deceased was discovered around 11 am by a neighbour who noticed the door ajar and raised an alarm after receiving no response from inside, said police.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/woman-doctor-at-govt-hospital-in-bengal-attacked-threatened-with-rape-home-guard-among-three-arrested-1761138694655">Woman doctor at govt hospital in Bengal attacked, threatened with rape; Home Guard among three arrested</a>&nbsp;The Nirjuli Police Station registered a case of unnatural death under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita.The case took a turn when the deceased’s father filed a First Information Report (FIR) at Nirjuli Police Station, accusing former Deputy Commissioner Talo Potom, currently posted as Secretary of PWD in Delhi, and Likwang Lowang, an executive engineer, of abetment to suicide, sexual exploitation, and mental harassment.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-us-controlled-pak-s-nuclear-arsenal-didn-t-eliminate-aq-khan-on-saudi-pressure-former-cia-agent-1761325963520">‘US controlled Pak’s nuclear arsenal, didn’t eliminate AQ Khan due to Saudi pressure’: Former CIA agent</a>&nbsp;The note revealed alleged intimate relations, instances of manipulation, unfulfilled promises of financial help, and threats. It included a specific statement, “If I die, it will be because of him. Please give me justice.”“A suicide note recovered from the deceased categorically names Shri Talo Potom, IAS, who is presently posted at Delhi as Special Secretary, PWD and Shri Likwang Lowang, Executive Engineer (RWD), presently posted at Chiyang Tajo, as the persons responsible for driving him to the brink of despair and ultimately to death,” the FIR read.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-all-is-not-well-with-the-un-jaishankar-slams-pakistan-over-protecting-terror-outfit-trf-in-unsc-1761318154530">‘All is not well with the UN’: Jaishankar slams Pakistan over protecting terror outfit TRF in UNSC</a>&nbsp;He was relentlessly pressured to engage in corrupt practices and to extend illegal favours in matters relating to departmental works and funds by Shri Talo Potom, who later appointed him as MTS on contractual basis and to act on his behest for execution of his illegal works, the FIR mentions. “Thereafter, it has also been alleged that the alleged accused person has sexually exploited him...”&nbsp;The family submitted a letter to authorities requesting that “call records, electronic communications, and other relevant evidence” be examined to ensure that justice is not defeated.

The case took a turn when the deceased’s father filed a police complaint accusing former Deputy Commissioner Talo Potom, currently posted as Secretary of PWD in Delhi, and Likwang Lowang, an executive engineer, of abetment to suicide, sexual exploitation, and mental harassment.

A senior engineer in the Public Works Department of Arunachal Pradesh allegedly shot himself dead hours after a suicide note left behind by a 19-year-old boy alleged sexual abuse and accused the engineer and an IAS officer. The turn of incidents has sent shockwaves across the state. The first death, on October 23, was of a 19-year-old man who detailed months of sexual abuse, intimidation, and mental torture in his suicide note. “The reason for my death is Talo Potom (IAS). If he hadn’t recruited me to this post, I wouldn’t have committed suicide. Because of him, I did everything I did, and now there’s no way left to live,” the note read. It also detailed alleged intimate relations, manipulation, broken promises involving money, and subsequent threats. He also wrote that he had contracted HIV and accused one of the officers of abandoning and blackmailing him afterward. Hours after the suicide note surfaced, the Public Works Department engineer allegedly shot himself dead. The body of the deceased was discovered around 11 am by a neighbour who noticed the door ajar and raised an alarm after receiving no response from inside, said police. Also Read: Woman doctor at govt hospital in Bengal attacked, threatened with rape; Home Guard among three arrested The Nirjuli Police Station registered a case of unnatural death under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita. The case took a turn when the deceased’s father filed a First Information Report (FIR) at Nirjuli Police Station, accusing former Deputy Commissioner Talo Potom, currently posted as Secretary of PWD in Delhi, and Likwang Lowang, an executive engineer, of abetment to suicide, sexual exploitation, and mental harassment. Also Read: ‘US controlled Pak’s nuclear arsenal, didn’t eliminate AQ Khan due to Saudi pressure’: Former CIA agent The note revealed alleged intimate relations, instances of manipulation, unfulfilled promises of financial help, and threats. It included a specific statement, “If I die, it will be because of him. Please give me justice.” “A suicide note recovered from the deceased categorically names Shri Talo Potom, IAS, who is presently posted at Delhi as Special Secretary, PWD and Shri Likwang Lowang, Executive Engineer (RWD), presently posted at Chiyang Tajo, as the persons responsible for driving him to the brink of despair and ultimately to death,” the FIR read. Also Read: ‘All is not well with the UN’: Jaishankar slams Pakistan over protecting terror outfit TRF in UNSC He was relentlessly pressured to engage in corrupt practices and to extend illegal favours in matters relating to departmental works and funds by Shri Talo Potom, who later appointed him as MTS on contractual basis and to act on his behest for execution of his illegal works, the FIR mentions. “Thereafter, it has also been alleged that the alleged accused person has sexually exploited him...” The family submitted a letter to authorities requesting that “call records, electronic communications, and other relevant evidence” be examined to ensure that justice is not defeated.

The case took a turn when the deceased’s father filed a police complaint accusing former Deputy Commissioner Talo Potom, currently posted as Secretary of PWD in Delhi, and Likwang Lowang, an executive engineer, of abetment to suicide, sexual exploitation, and mental harassment.

Engineer shoots self after 19-year-old’s sex abuse charge in suicide note; IAS officer also named in FIR

In a shocking incident, a first-year engineering student allegedly ended his life by committing suicide in his hostel, the Telangana police said on Monday (September 22). According to reports, senior students forced him to ragging, and also asked him to drink alcohol and taking him to a bar, where they told him to pay the bill of nearly ₹10,000. When the seniors pressured him to pay the full bill, the student ended his life by hanging himself. As per officials, the student died by hanging himself. Prior to that, he also recorded a video of himself claiming that his seniors were harassing him and asking for money.

Telangana Suicide: Engineering Student Ragged And Extorted For Money By Seniors

A California couple are suing OpenAI over the death of their teenage son, alleging its chatbot, ChatGPT, encouraged him to take his own life.


UK teen death: ChatGPT discusses methods of suicide 

A shooter opened fire on students attending Mass on the third day of school, authorities said. The assailant fired through the school's chapel windows at students sitting in pews and then committed suicide, officials said. The children killed were 8 years old and 10 years old, they said.

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A California couple has filed the first wrongful death lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, encouraged their 16-year-old son to take his own life. The lawsuit claims the chatbot validated the teenager’s suicidal thoughts instead of guiding him toward professional help. OpenAI says it is reviewing the case and expressed sympathy, acknowledging that its systems have failed in sensitive situations before.

OpenAI sued: Lawsuit claims ChatGPT 'encouraged suicide'

A Finnish lawmaker on Tuesday (August 19) committed suicide inside Helsinki's Parliament House, the local media reported. The person died in the parliament building. Emergency medical officials and rescue units arrived at the spot.The Finnish daily Iltalehti reported that it appears to be a suicide by a member of parliament.&nbsp;SDP MP Eemeli Peltonen, 30, was confirmed dead in the parliament building this morning. He was elected to parliament in 2023 and was a member of its Administrative Committee and Legal Committee and also the chairman of the city board.&nbsp;&nbsp;Aaro Toivonen, the head of the parliament's security department, said, "A death occurred in the morning. Emergency medical services, rescue units, and police authorities were alerted to the scene via the emergency center."&nbsp;Toivonen refused to comment on the exact location where the lawmaker died. He further did not comment whether the death happened within the Parliament House or whether it involved an MP or a parliamentary employee.&nbsp;"This is a very unfortunate and sad case," Toivonen added.<h2>What were his last words?</h2>Earlier in June, Peltonen on social media said that he was receiving treatment for some kidney problems, adding that he had taken a few weeks off his parliamentary duties to recover at home.&nbsp;Later, he revealed that he had contracted a bacterial infection while being treated. Before his death, he said, "To control the bacteria, I was started on an intravenous antibiotic course in [hospital], which will take time. At the same time, treatment for my kidney problems will continue."&nbsp;&nbsp;Moreover, police are investigating the suicide case. The police further said that there does not appear to be any criminal involvement in the incident.&nbsp;"There is a mission underway, with rescue authorities, police and emergency services on site. I cannot say more than that at this stage," Toivonen said about the current situation at the parliament.&nbsp;"I can't say what the emergency response from the emergency center has been. Parliament is a bit of an exceptional site, so one could imagine that such things have been considered when the situation has been unclear."&nbsp;The Helsinki Police Situation Center stated that an armoured vehicle was also there at the scene. However, they noted that it was a regular police car that normally patrols there.&nbsp;The police said that the armoured car arrived at the scene since it was driving nearby.<h2>Here's what eyewitnesses say</h2>One of the eyewitnesses said that she was on the phone outside his office when he woke up to the sounds of emergency vehicles.&nbsp;Jussi Seppala worked near the Parliament Building and said, "Ambulances drove behind the Parliament Building with their whistles blaring. Then a full-size fire truck, a police car, and, with a slight delay, an armoured police Mercedes also drove there."

The police are investigating the suicide case. The police further said that there does not appear to be any criminal involvement in the incident.

A Finnish lawmaker on Tuesday (August 19) committed suicide inside Helsinki's Parliament House, the local media reported. The person died in the parliament building. Emergency medical officials and rescue units arrived at the spot. The Finnish daily Iltalehti reported that it appears to be a suicide by a member of parliament. SDP MP Eemeli Peltonen, 30, was confirmed dead in the parliament building this morning. He was elected to parliament in 2023 and was a member of its Administrative Committee and Legal Committee and also the chairman of the city board. Aaro Toivonen, the head of the parliament's security department, said, "A death occurred in the morning. Emergency medical services, rescue units, and police authorities were alerted to the scene via the emergency center." Toivonen refused to comment on the exact location where the lawmaker died. He further did not comment whether the death happened within the Parliament House or whether it involved an MP or a parliamentary employee. "This is a very unfortunate and sad case," Toivonen added. What were his last words? Earlier in June, Peltonen on social media said that he was receiving treatment for some kidney problems, adding that he had taken a few weeks off his parliamentary duties to recover at home. Later, he revealed that he had contracted a bacterial infection while being treated. Before his death, he said, "To control the bacteria, I was started on an intravenous antibiotic course in [hospital], which will take time. At the same time, treatment for my kidney problems will continue." Moreover, police are investigating the suicide case. The police further said that there does not appear to be any criminal involvement in the incident. "There is a mission underway, with rescue authorities, police and emergency services on site. I cannot say more than that at this stage," Toivonen said about the current situation at the parliament. "I can't say what the emergency response from the emergency center has been. Parliament is a bit of an exceptional site, so one could imagine that such things have been considered when the situation has been unclear." The Helsinki Police Situation Center stated that an armoured vehicle was also there at the scene. However, they noted that it was a regular police car that normally patrols there. The police said that the armoured car arrived at the scene since it was driving nearby. Here's what eyewitnesses say One of the eyewitnesses said that she was on the phone outside his office when he woke up to the sounds of emergency vehicles. Jussi Seppala worked near the Parliament Building and said, "Ambulances drove behind the Parliament Building with their whistles blaring. Then a full-size fire truck, a police car, and, with a slight delay, an armoured police Mercedes also drove there."

The police are investigating the suicide case. The police further said that there does not appear to be any criminal involvement in the incident.

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Mobile addiction amongst teens is increasing significantly. In a shocking incident, a 16-year-old boy jumped to his death from a hill in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar on Sunday after his mother refused to buy him a mobile phone.&nbsp;The boy, identified as Atharva Gopal Tayde, was asking his mother to buy him a phone for days. However, she refused every time.&nbsp;On Sunday, he asked his mother to buy him a phone, and she refused again. Post that, he went to a hill in Tisgaon and jumped.&nbsp;He was declared dead after locals rushed him to the nearby hospital.&nbsp;According to officials, he was preparing for the police recruitment exam.&nbsp;This is not an isolated incident. The state has reported similar incidents in the past where teens have committed suicide due to mobile addiction.&nbsp;In April 2025, a 16-year-old boy committed suicide because his parents took away his mobile phone to prevent him from playing games.&nbsp;In another instance, a 15-year-old boy died by suicide after his mother refused to get him a mobile phone on his birthday.&nbsp;In July 2024, an 18-year-old boy died by suicide in Navi Mumbai after his father did not buy him an iPhone and gave Vivo instead. In depression, he committed suicide.&nbsp;According to a new study, teenagers starting from nine years show signs of being addicted to social media, mobile phones or video games and are at greater risk of suicidal behaviour and emotional problems.&nbsp;The study, published June 18 in JAMA, was led by researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine, Columbia University and University of California, Berkeley.&nbsp;It tracked more than 4,000 adolescents for four years, and found that nearly one in three reported increasingly addictive use of social media or mobile phones. Those whose use followed an increasingly addictive trajectory had roughly double the risk of suicidal behaviour at the end of the study.&nbsp;The findings do not prove screen use was the cause of mental health problems. But they highlight that compulsive use, which appears to be very common, is a significant risk factor that parents and healthcare services should be alert to.&nbsp;Get help &amp; support for suicideIf you or someone you know wants help for mental well-being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. You can contact local authorities and also encourage the person to contact a&nbsp;suicide prevention hotline.&nbsp;WION does not make any recommendations.

According to a new study, teenagers starting from nine years show signs of being addicted to social media, mobile phones or video games and are at greater risk of suicidal behaviour and emotional problems.

Mobile addiction amongst teens is increasing significantly. In a shocking incident, a 16-year-old boy jumped to his death from a hill in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar on Sunday after his mother refused to buy him a mobile phone. The boy, identified as Atharva Gopal Tayde, was asking his mother to buy him a phone for days. However, she refused every time. On Sunday, he asked his mother to buy him a phone, and she refused again. Post that, he went to a hill in Tisgaon and jumped. He was declared dead after locals rushed him to the nearby hospital. According to officials, he was preparing for the police recruitment exam. This is not an isolated incident. The state has reported similar incidents in the past where teens have committed suicide due to mobile addiction. In April 2025, a 16-year-old boy committed suicide because his parents took away his mobile phone to prevent him from playing games. In another instance, a 15-year-old boy died by suicide after his mother refused to get him a mobile phone on his birthday. In July 2024, an 18-year-old boy died by suicide in Navi Mumbai after his father did not buy him an iPhone and gave Vivo instead. In depression, he committed suicide. According to a new study, teenagers starting from nine years show signs of being addicted to social media, mobile phones or video games and are at greater risk of suicidal behaviour and emotional problems. The study, published June 18 in JAMA, was led by researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine, Columbia University and University of California, Berkeley. It tracked more than 4,000 adolescents for four years, and found that nearly one in three reported increasingly addictive use of social media or mobile phones. Those whose use followed an increasingly addictive trajectory had roughly double the risk of suicidal behaviour at the end of the study. The findings do not prove screen use was the cause of mental health problems. But they highlight that compulsive use, which appears to be very common, is a significant risk factor that parents and healthcare services should be alert to. Get help & support for suicide If you or someone you know wants help for mental well-being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. You can contact local authorities and also encourage the person to contact a suicide prevention hotline. WION does not make any recommendations.

According to a new study, teenagers starting from nine years show signs of being addicted to social media, mobile phones or video games and are at greater risk of suicidal behaviour and emotional problems.

Teen preparing for police recruitment exam commits suicide after mother refused to buy him phone

In a move aimed at preventing students from committing suicide, IIT Kharagpur has taken several decisions. This comes after a fourth-year undergraduate student was found hanging in his room at Rajendra Prasad Hall of Residence this month.One of those decisions includes installing smaller ceiling fans in hostel rooms to make them unusable for self-harm, a senior institute official said on Thursday (July 31).Moreover, not just this, the college will also focus on dealing with students' emotional distress and preventing campus tragedies. They will also hold interactions with parents of boarders every alternate month."Apart from taking steps like reaching out to students on campus 24x7, interaction with parents of boarders every alternate month and 'campus mothers' programme, and having permanent psychiatrists, we are also exploring steps like scaling down size of ceiling fans so that it cannot be used for any other purpose," Institute Director Suman Chakraborty told Indian news agency PTI.Chakraborty continued that, however, this is not an alternative to addressing mental health issues."But to avoid certain situations triggered by sudden impulses to self-destruct oneself, when none may be around, during a certain moment," he added.The director stressed that the absence or presence of tools to cause self-harm can make a crucial difference in critical moments.He further explained, "We are mulling to replace fans of all the 21 hostels, housing around 16,000 students, with smaller ones in phases", adding, "Can't give a timeline immediately."Chakraborty also said that with 20,000 students and 15 mental health experts, it is physically not possible to cater to the needs of the students. Hence, the college needs technological intervention.The college authorities have also reached out to students by pasting QR codes on the doors of hostel rooms, which read, "Let's talk! ‘Scan to connect' and ‘Every problem has a solution."&nbsp;Get help &amp; support for suicideIf you or someone you know wants help for mental well-being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. You can contact local authorities and also encourage the person to contact a&nbsp;suicide prevention hotline.&nbsp;WION does not make any recommendations.<a href="https://depwd.gov.in/en/others-helplines/">https://depwd.gov.in/en/others-helplines/</a>&nbsp;

One of those decisions includes installing smaller ceiling fans in hostel rooms to make them unusable for self-harm, a senior institute official said on Thursday (July 31).

In a move aimed at preventing students from committing suicide, IIT Kharagpur has taken several decisions. This comes after a fourth-year undergraduate student was found hanging in his room at Rajendra Prasad Hall of Residence this month. One of those decisions includes installing smaller ceiling fans in hostel rooms to make them unusable for self-harm, a senior institute official said on Thursday (July 31). Moreover, not just this, the college will also focus on dealing with students' emotional distress and preventing campus tragedies. They will also hold interactions with parents of boarders every alternate month. "Apart from taking steps like reaching out to students on campus 24x7, interaction with parents of boarders every alternate month and 'campus mothers' programme, and having permanent psychiatrists, we are also exploring steps like scaling down size of ceiling fans so that it cannot be used for any other purpose," Institute Director Suman Chakraborty told Indian news agency PTI. Chakraborty continued that, however, this is not an alternative to addressing mental health issues. "But to avoid certain situations triggered by sudden impulses to self-destruct oneself, when none may be around, during a certain moment," he added. The director stressed that the absence or presence of tools to cause self-harm can make a crucial difference in critical moments. He further explained, "We are mulling to replace fans of all the 21 hostels, housing around 16,000 students, with smaller ones in phases", adding, "Can't give a timeline immediately." Chakraborty also said that with 20,000 students and 15 mental health experts, it is physically not possible to cater to the needs of the students. Hence, the college needs technological intervention. The college authorities have also reached out to students by pasting QR codes on the doors of hostel rooms, which read, "Let's talk! ‘Scan to connect' and ‘Every problem has a solution." Get help & support for suicide If you or someone you know wants help for mental well-being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. You can contact local authorities and also encourage the person to contact a suicide prevention hotline. WION does not make any recommendations. https://depwd.gov.in/en/others-helplines/

One of those decisions includes installing smaller ceiling fans in hostel rooms to make them unusable for self-harm, a senior institute official said on Thursday (July 31).

IIT Kharagpur finds a way to prevent student suicide crisis amid increasing campus tragedies - Here's what they will do

A Haryana man, Dheeraj Kansal, died by suicide in an Airbnb in Delhi after inhaling helium gas, which he had bought for ₹3,500. The 25-year-old was an employee of a Gurugram company. He had booked an accommodation for eight days, from July 20 to 28 and bought the chemical from a supplier in Ghaziabad. Kansal posted a note on the social media platform Facebook just before taking his life. He wrote, "Death is the most beautiful part of life for me. Please do not be sad about my death. Suicide is not wrong because I have no responsibilities on me." He clarified in the post that there was no one to be blamed for his suicide. "This was my choice alone. Every single person who I met in my life was really kind to me. So I request the police and government to please don't disturb anyone because of this," he added in the note.&nbsp;Kansal said in the post that he had no regrets in life, and he was committing suicide by his own choice. "It's my choice, my life, and my rules," he clarified in the post. He called his existence on earth a "lie" and said he would not desire to be born again. He called himself a loser in the post. Kansal was seen self-sabotaging himself in the last post, as he said that he worked on himself a lot but achieved nothing in the end. He also said that a lot of people tried to help him, but he was "stupid," "idiot," and "dumb" for not being able to change. "I should have done this years ago," Kansal wrote in the post. He said that no one should feel sad about his death as he had no responsibilities and wasn't emotionally attached to anyone.&nbsp;"I want to thank all of you. I am not going to say any names because I don't want any of you to get in trouble," he added in the note. &nbsp;

A Haryana man died by suicide in a Delhi Airbnb by inhaling helium. Before committing suicide, he had posted a note on Facebook and called himself a loser and dumb for not achieving anything in life. 

A Haryana man, Dheeraj Kansal, died by suicide in an Airbnb in Delhi after inhaling helium gas, which he had bought for ₹3,500. The 25-year-old was an employee of a Gurugram company. He had booked an accommodation for eight days, from July 20 to 28 and bought the chemical from a supplier in Ghaziabad. Kansal posted a note on the social media platform Facebook just before taking his life. He wrote, "Death is the most beautiful part of life for me. Please do not be sad about my death. Suicide is not wrong because I have no responsibilities on me." He clarified in the post that there was no one to be blamed for his suicide. "This was my choice alone. Every single person who I met in my life was really kind to me. So I request the police and government to please don't disturb anyone because of this," he added in the note. Kansal said in the post that he had no regrets in life, and he was committing suicide by his own choice. "It's my choice, my life, and my rules," he clarified in the post. He called his existence on earth a "lie" and said he would not desire to be born again. He called himself a loser in the post. Kansal was seen self-sabotaging himself in the last post, as he said that he worked on himself a lot but achieved nothing in the end. He also said that a lot of people tried to help him, but he was "stupid," "idiot," and "dumb" for not being able to change. "I should have done this years ago," Kansal wrote in the post. He said that no one should feel sad about his death as he had no responsibilities and wasn't emotionally attached to anyone. "I want to thank all of you. I am not going to say any names because I don't want any of you to get in trouble," he added in the note.

A Haryana man died by suicide in a Delhi Airbnb by inhaling helium. Before committing suicide, he had posted a note on Facebook and called himself a loser and dumb for not achieving anything in life.&nbsp;

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