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Telangana recorded a 6% increase in suicides in 2023, with 10,580 deaths compared to 9,980 in 2022, NCRB data shows. Family-related problems accounted for 44% of cases, while mental and physical illnesses were the second leading cause.

An undertrial prisoner, Varala Mallesh (35), who allegedly consumed bleaching powder at Jangaon sub-jail, died while undergoing treatment at MGM Hospital, Warangal. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident.

Police in Mancherial have booked 13 individuals, including local Congress leaders, for allegedly abetting the suicide of BJP Vemanapalli mandal president Eta Madhukar. The FIR was filed based on a complaint by his son.

BJP workers staged a protest in Mancherial demanding action against Congress leaders and police officials allegedly linked to the suicide of party mandal president Eta Madhukar. The protest included burning an effigy of the State government.

Union Minister Bandi Sanjay has accused Congress leaders and police officials of driving BJP mandal president Eta Madhukar to suicide in Mancherial district. He demanded immediate suspension of the officers involved and warned Congress leaders of retaliation.

A 19-year-old BTech student from Andhra Pradesh was found dead in his hostel room in Petbasheerabad, Hyderabad. The student allegedly died by suicide. Hostel staff discovered the body and informed authorities.

In Kothagudem’s Julurpad, a man allegedly killed his wife Sunitha and later ended his own life by consuming pesticide, leaving their two school-going daughters orphaned. Police suspect family disputes and have registered a case for further investigation

A 17-year-old intermediate student was found dead by suicide at his residence in Chatrinaka, Hyderabad. His father discovered him hanging in his room after he failed to respond. Police arrived at the scene and registered a case following confirmation of death by paramedics.

A 66-year-old watchman was fatally hit by a mini gas tanker driven rashly by a cashier at a fuel station in Falaknuma on Sunday morning. The incident occurred while the victim was on duty.

A newly-married woman collapsed during Bathukamma celebrations in Wanalpad village, Bhainsa mandal. Despite being rushed to a hospital, she passed away while receiving treatment.

A 27-year-old man from Siddipet died by suicide after officials reportedly denied funds under the Indiramma Illu housing scheme, citing deviation from the approved plan. The victim had borrowed heavily to construct the house. Police have registered a case.

A tragic incident unfolded in Jagtial where a newly married woman, Bodasu Gangotri, allegedly died by suicide following a domestic scuffle at her mother's home. Married to Santhosh just weeks earlier, her sudden death has prompted suspicions from her family.

Six young doctors, including four from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, died by suicide in September, exposing severe stress and lack of institutional support in medical education. Experts urge reforms such as wellness centres, mentoring, and confidential psychiatric care to prevent further tragedies.

Farmer suicides in Telangana fell by 95.84% between 2015 and 2023, with the State’s share in India dropping from 11.1% to 0.51%. Welfare schemes like Rythu Bandhu, crop procurement, and irrigation expansion helped reduce debt distress.

A 28-year-old man from Nabinagar village in Siddipet district was found dead in an agricultural well, days after he went missing. The youth had reportedly been battling depression after a woman had rejected his proposal.

A 17-year-old girl, Boddu Aishwarya, died by suicide at a government college in Dandepalli mandal, Mancherial, allegedly due to harassment by a youngster pressuring her in the name of love. Police are investigating the case.

A 21-year-old diploma student, Anil Kumar, died by suicide at a Hayathnagar hostel in Hyderabad. Police have registered a case and are investigating the circumstances leading to the incident. The body was shifted to Osmania General Hospital.

The suicide of a Mission Bhagiratha line operator has exposed the dire financial crisis faced by over 17,000 contract workers under the scheme. With salaries pending for four months, workers and contractors alike are buckling under pressure.

Jadhav Sai Teja, a 19-year-old BTech student, died by suicide at a private hostel in Medipally after allegedly being harassed by senior students, forced to consume alcohol, and assaulted. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

A 23-year-old man from Gauthamnagar, Balanagar, died by suicide after a domestic argument with his wife over liquor consumption. Police said the man took his life by hanging himself from a ceiling fan after being refused money for alcohol.