Bengaluru woman dies by suicide; husband and father-in-law arrested

A 31-year-old woman in Bengaluru has died by suicide after reportedly facing dowry harassment. Her husband and father-in-law have been arrested in connection with the case. The woman's father filed a complaint with the police, alleging that the two men had subjected her to prolonged harassment over dowry demands. Following the complaint, authorities took the husband and father-in-law into custody. They have been remanded to judicial custody as an investigation is underway. The woman was reported to be under distress due to the harassment. Police are probing the circumstances leading to her death. Dowry harassment is a serious offense under Indian law, which prohibits the giving or taking of dowry and criminalizes cruelty by husbands or relatives. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. In India, call the Tele-MANAS helpline on 14416. Elsewhere, contact your local crisis line.