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Sugar Minister comes under attack from BJP for his remarks on farmers’ suicides

Slamming the Congress government for delaying declaring drought in the State, BJP leaders on Wednesday took exception to the statement of Sugar Minister Shivanand Patil, who has said farmer suicides increased after compensation amount was hiked for such deaths.

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Journalist found dead in garden in Kalaburagi

K.N. Reddy, senior journalist, ends life in Kalaburagi garden. Prima facie, a case of suicide. Passionate about green cover, planted thousands of saplings. Authored biographies of J.H. Patel & Mallikarjun Kharge. Opened school in Raichur, but closed due to COVID-19.

The Hindu

Storing guns away from home could reduce suicides, but there are legal hurdles

New ideas like "safe storage maps" show gun owners where to put their firearms in safekeeping if a mental health crisis happens. The idea has support, but obstacles are in the way in some states.

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Slight increase in Scotland’s suicide rates in 2022, figures show

Scotland’s suicide rates for 2022 saw a small increase to 762 probable deaths, figures published by National Records of Scotland (NRS) revealed.

The National (Scotland)

Community steps crucial to keep suicide at bay

On Friday, Lifeline will hold its Out of The Shadows Walk from Dixon Park to Merewether baths.

Newcastle Herald

Man stabs mother, wife, daughter

Man in Palakkada attempted suicide after stabbing wife, mother & daughter. All admitted to hospital, two in serious condition. Sajeev, 35, suffering mental illness. Help available on State's helpline 104, Maithri's 0484-2540530, Thanal's 0495-2760000 & DISHA's 1056.

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South Korean teachers stage walkout over harassment by parents and students

Thousands of staff attend rally in Seoul demanding better protection amid spate of teacher suicides

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Suicide deaths in the US reached a record high in 2022, as per CDC

Suicide deaths in the United States reached a record high of 49,000 in 2022, according to provisional data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on August 10. This was a 2.6% increase over the previous year. More than half of all United States suicide in 2022…

The Times of India

‘Heartbreaking’: Anti-Trans Healthcare Law Takes Effect in Texas

Despite ACLU win in lower court, an appeal by the state means transgender kids and their families will feel the devastating effects of the ban.

Texas Observer

IIT-Delhi student dies by suicide, second case in two months

A 21-year-old student of B.Tech final year at the Indian Institute of Technology-Delhi died by suicide, the second incident of suicide on the campus in last two months

The Hindu

Andhra Pradesh man gets 11 years in jail in dowry case

Vizianagaram 1st Additional Sessions Court judge sentenced a man to 11 years in jail and fined him ₹5,000 for dowry harassment leading to his wife's suicide. Complaint from mother V. Lakshmi led to investigation and evidence of harassment.

The Hindu

Shiv Sena (UBT) ex-corporator Sudhir More dies by suicide, body found on rail tracks in Mumbai

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and former corporator Sudhir Sayaji More allegedly ended his life by jumping in front of a moving suburban train near Ghatkopar station in Mumbai, a police official said on Friday.

The Times of India

Akhilesh meets family of bus conductor who died after terminated from job in namaz episode

“Forced to commit suicide due to the shock of termination from UP Transport Corporation,” wrote Mr. Akhilesh Yadav on X.

The Hindu

Engineering student ends life in college hostel

21-yr-old engineering student Giri Pranathi reportedly committed suicide in MLRIT hostel. Dundigal police booked a case under Section 174 of CrPC. Reason unknown. Roshini helpline: 8142020033/44, 040 66202000/2001.

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Q&A: How can Texans deal with extreme heat?

We know you’re tired of the heat at this point. Here’s how much longer you can expect it to last and reminders on how to stay safe and cool.

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Suicide major cause of unnatural deaths among prisoners in India: SC committee tells apex court

SC-appointed committee finds suicide major cause of 817 unnatural deaths in jails across India between 2017-2021. UP recorded highest number of suicides (101). Committee recommends building suicide-resistant cells/barracks, identifying potential hanging/anchoring points, providing psychological first aid, implementing health insurance schemes, and setting up a robust grievance redressal mechanism. SC to…

The Guardian - UK

Before the Light Fades by Natasha Walter review – love and resistance

Searching for answers after her mother’s suicide, Walter rediscovers a radical family history

The Independent UK

Texas family of four found dead in apparent murder-suicide weeks after daughter drowned

Police discovered the bodies after conducting a welfare check at the house

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Hooda blames BJP-JJP Government in Haryana for bringing State to a standstill

Bhupinder Singh Hooda, former Haryana CM and current leader of the Opposition, criticized the ruling BJP-JJP govt for failing on all fronts, causing inflation to rise 4x, unemployment 3x, and pushing the state into a debt trap. Unemployment rate is 8.8%, 2.02 lakh govt posts are vacant, and 12 unemployed…

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Worried about student suicides, grandparents, mothers on sabbatical shift to Kota with children

Parents shift to Kota w/children to reduce stress of entrance exams; 22 student suicides in 2023; parents stay w/kids, provide comfort, acclimatize them to city to reduce risk of extreme steps.

Evening Standard

Canadian ‘poison seller’ faces new charges over alleged global sale of lethal substances

Kenneth Law is accused of counselling and aiding suicide in 40 countries, including the UK

The Independent UK

Canadian faces new charges over alleged global sale of lethal substances

Kenneth Law is accused of counselling and aiding suicide in 40 countries, including the UK.

The Guardian - US

New charges for Canadian accused of selling drugs to people at risk of suicide

Police say Kenneth Law, 57, linked to 88 deaths in Britain, may have shipped as many as 1,200 packages to 40 countries

The Guardian - AU

‘We need to be strong together’: Mark Coles Smith on Australia’s ‘deeply offensive’ Indigenous suicide crisis

First Nations Australians are six times more likely to take their lives. The Mystery Road: Origin star helms a new NITV documentary examining why

The Independent UK

‘I had Hollywood in my hand:’ David Ayer explains how Deadpool success ruined Suicide Squad

Director has opened up about film’s critical failure

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