Local police on Friday recovered the bodies of a husband and wife from a fresh grave at the village cremation ground and arrested three nephews on suspicion of murdering the couple and burying them in sacks, officials said.

Discovery at cremation ground
Villagers discovered the fresh grave late on Thursday evening while preparing to bury another deceased resident, police said. Neighbours noticed disturbed earth and recently placed shrouds and flagged the spot as suspicious. That prompted questions about two villagers who had been missing for several days, according to initial reports.

Missing couple identified
Officials later confirmed the remains were those of 45-year-old Rajaram Netam and his 40-year-old wife, Asho Bai Netam of Gariba village. Both had been reported missing after relatives could not locate them for several days, a senior officer at Sobha police station said.

Alleged killings and burial
Sources familiar with the investigation said the couple were allegedly beaten to death on June 6 with an axe and sticks by three nephews — identified as Lakhiram Netam, Raghuram Netam and Nakul Ram Netam, aged between 32 and 36. After the attack, the suspects reportedly stuffed the bodies into sacks and buried them at the village cremation ground during the night, intending to hide the crime, police said.

Tip-off to panchayat, confession
The case came to light after villagers assembled for a funeral on June 11 and noticed the fresh grave. According to the station house officer, one of the accused later told the sarpanch the truth, prompting a formal complaint and police action. “We reached the cremation ground, had the grave opened and recovered the remains,” the SHO said. The bodies were sent to the Raipur forensic laboratory for further examination.

Arrests and investigation
Police arrested the three nephews and have taken them into custody for interrogation. “We are recording their statements and piecing together the sequence of events,” the SHO said. Forensic samples and a post-mortem will help establish cause and time of death, he added. Investigators have registered a murder case and are examining family dynamics, motives and any prior disputes.

Family background
Neighbours told reporters that Rajaram and Asho Bai lived in an extended household with several siblings and relatives. The couple had no children, villagers said, and recurring disputes reportedly existed between Rajaram and some members of his extended family. Local residents said tensions had occasionally flared over household matters, though they expressed shock at the alleged violence.

Ground reaction
Villagers expressed outrage and alarm after the graves were unearthed. “We have never seen anything like this here,” said one resident who asked not to be named. The discovery has raised concerns about safety and trust within the hamlet, prompting the gram panchayat to call for swift police action.

Forensic and legal next steps
The recovered remains have been sent to the forensic lab in Raipur for autopsy and DNA confirmation, officials said. The forensic team will test for cause of death and any injuries consistent with blunt-force trauma. Police said they would await the forensic report before filing final charges and producing the accused before a magistrate.

Wider implications
Incidents of intra-family violence and clandestine burials are rare in the district but tend to provoke strong local reactions, officials noted. The case is likely to prompt closer scrutiny of family disputes in the area and may lead to additional arrests if the probe uncovers accomplices.

What happens next
Police said they expect to complete primary forensic procedures within days and will share details with the district magistrate and local administration. Meanwhile, investigators are re‑interviewing villagers, tracing movements of the accused during the week of June 6 and seeking any CCTV or witness accounts that could corroborate the timeline.

Police have arrested two men accused of fatally assaulting an elderly couple in Sendurus village on the night of June 2, officials said on Wednesday. Initial reports indicate the attack followed a dispute over parking a motorcycle, investigators told reporters.

Forced entry, deadly blows
According to police, the accused used a scalpetti strip to force open the couple’s house and entered through the door late in the night. The victims, identified as 70-year-old Purushottam Khunte and his wife, 65-year-old Guhrin Bai Khunte, were asleep in the verandah when the assailants struck them repeatedly on the head and face with an iron rod, leading to their deaths at the scene.

Stolen items recovered
Investigators said the attackers took a gold necklace from the woman’s neck, a nose stud and some items of jewellery kept in a cupboard, along with cash and the couple’s mobile phone. Forensic teams recorded blood-stained bedding and photographed the scene before bodies were sent for post-mortem.

Phone trace led to arrests
Police said tracking the stolen phone’s location brought them to the Palgada area in Kharsia police station limits. Devkumar Yadav (33) was detained at a roadside eatery there; the phone was recovered from him. Under sustained questioning, Devkumar allegedly named his accomplice, 40-year-old Rupcharan Yadav, both residents of Pandripani, and the two confessed to carrying out the murder and robbery, officials added.

Old rivalry, fresh violence
Sources familiar with the probe said the attackers had an earlier quarrel with Purushottam over parking a bike outside his home. “The dispute escalated into a plan to attack,” a senior officer said, adding that during interrogation the pair admitted the motive was a personal grudge relating to the parking row.

Confession links to 2024 double murder
In a further disclosure, both men allegedly accepted responsibility for a high-profile double killing in June 2024 from Mukta village in the same Malharoda police limits. Police records show that victims Magnalal Gabel and Budhwara Bai Gabel had been slain inside their home in that case. That investigation, filed last year under Section 103(1) of the Indian Penal Code at Malharoda, had remained unresolved until now, officials said.

Dealer arrested for buying stolen gold
The probe also led to the arrest of a local jewellery trader, Baboolal Sahu (50), proprietor of Khileshwar Jewellers in Jaijaipur. Police said Rupcharan sold stolen ornaments to Sahu for about Rs 84,000. Officers recovered several pieces of gold and cash from the accused’s possession and charged him under provisions for purchasing stolen property.

Evidence seized
Police listed recovered items as roughly 9 grams of gold jewellery, 5 grams of melted gold, Rs 77,000 in cash, the iron rod allegedly used in the attack, the couple’s motorcycle, and the looted mobile phone. Authorities said murder and robbery cases were registered at Malharoda police station under Sections 331(8) and 103(1) of the IPC (as cited by local officials).

Local reaction and context
Villagers in Sendurus expressed shock and fear after the killings, saying the Khunte couple were well-known for farming and lived alone as their children worked elsewhere. “They were simple people; nobody expected such brutality over a small dispute,” a neighbour said to local reporters. Police increased patrolling in the area following the arrests.

Next steps in probe
Investigators said they will produce the accused before a magistrate and continue forensic tests and scene reconstruction. Officers are also examining links between the suspects and other unsolved crimes in Sakti and nearby police limits. Post-mortem and toxicology reports are pending and will be relied on for final charges, a senior investigating officer said.

Primary keyword repetition
The Sakti murder case has again focused attention on how old grievances can turn deadly in rural pockets, and on local policing capacity to trace stolen mobile devices and illegal scrap routes quickly.

A chilling double murder case from Chhattisgarh’s capital Raipur has once again drawn attention after the High Court upheld the life imprisonment awarded to the accused, describing the crime as “extremely cruel and barbaric.” The division bench of Chief Justice Ramesh Sinha and Justice Ravindra Kumar Agrawal dismissed the appeal filed by accused Vicky alias Sukhiram Yadav, who had challenged the trial court’s verdict in the sensational 2021 murder case involving his girlfriend and her innocent daughter.

The horrific incident took place in Raipur’s Telibandha area and had shocked the entire state because of the brutality involved. According to the prosecution, the accused murdered his girlfriend by slitting her throat and later killed her young daughter by leaving her on a railway track, where she was run over by a goods train. The court observed that the crime was not accidental or committed in sudden anger, but was a carefully planned act intended to eliminate both victims and escape legal consequences.

Court records reveal that the woman had earlier filed a rape case against Vicky alias Sukhiram Yadav. Following the complaint, the accused had been arrested and sent to jail. However, after securing bail, he allegedly came under continuous pressure from the woman to marry her. The woman reportedly warned him that if he refused marriage, she would pursue the rape case strongly in court and ensure he received punishment.

Investigators said the accused wanted to avoid both marriage and legal complications. As a result, he allegedly planned the murder in advance. On the night of January 22, 2021, he called the woman near Jora Maidan in Raipur under the pretext of meeting her. During the meeting, he attacked her with a knife and slit her throat, killing her on the spot. Police later recovered the woman’s body from the area.

What made the crime even more disturbing was the murder of the victim’s young daughter. According to the prosecution, after killing the woman, the accused became afraid that the child could expose him or become evidence against him. To eliminate all traces of the crime, he took the little girl to a nearby railway track and left her there. Soon afterward, a goods train ran over the child, leading to her tragic death.

The brutal nature of the murders triggered widespread outrage in the region. The following morning, the accused reportedly went to former village sarpanch Rikhiram Sahu and confessed his crime. Based on the information, police arrested him and launched a detailed investigation. During interrogation and forensic examination, investigators collected several crucial pieces of evidence linking him directly to the murders.

The trial court, after examining witness statements, forensic reports and other material evidence, convicted the accused on July 19, 2022. He was found guilty under Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code for murder and Section 201 for destruction of evidence. The court sentenced him to life imprisonment.

However, the accused later approached the High Court challenging the verdict. His counsel argued before the court that the incident occurred in a sudden fit of anger and was not pre-planned. The defense also claimed that the accused was mentally disturbed at the time of the incident and therefore deserved leniency.

The High Court rejected all such arguments. In its detailed observation, the division bench stated that the sequence of events clearly showed preparation and intention. The court pointed out that the accused had carried a knife to the meeting spot, which indicated prior planning. The bench further observed that the earlier threats made by the accused and his actions after the murder strongly proved that he acted deliberately.

The court also relied heavily on forensic and scientific evidence. DNA analysis and forensic science laboratory reports confirmed the presence of human blood on the knife used in the crime and on the clothes of the accused. The judges noted that this evidence conclusively established his involvement and left no room for doubt.

Calling the murders “heinous,” the High Court emphasized that such crimes cannot be viewed with sympathy. The bench remarked that the murder of a helpless child in such a manner reflected extreme brutality and a complete disregard for human life. The court further stated that the accused attempted not only to kill the victims but also to destroy evidence in a calculated way.

Legal experts say the judgment reinforces the judiciary’s strict stand against crimes involving violence against women and children. The case also highlights how forensic evidence and scientific investigation are playing an increasingly important role in securing convictions in serious criminal matters.

The incident had deeply disturbed residents of Raipur when it first came to light in 2021. Many local organizations and women’s groups had demanded the harshest possible punishment for the accused, calling the murders inhuman and unforgivable. With the High Court now dismissing the appeal, the life sentence awarded by the trial court remains in force.

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Raipur double murder: Bouncer shoots two sisters-in-law after feud

Raipur double murder: Bouncer shoots two sisters-in-law after feud

 In a Raipur double murder, a bouncer allegedly opened fire on his sisters-in-law after a domestic dispute and later surrendered at the police station.

Domestic dispute turns deadly

A domestic row in Raipur’s Mowa area ended in a double murder late Tuesday night after a bouncer allegedly shot dead his two sisters-in-law and then walked into a police station to surrender, officials said.

The accused, identified as Jitendra Verma alias Jittu, worked as a bouncer and reportedly had repeated disputes with his wife over suspicion about her character. According to the account shared by police and local reports, the argument escalated after his wife left for her parental home with the child, following a fresh quarrel.

Gunman reaches in anger

Around 9 pm to 9.30 pm, the accused reportedly arrived at the house near Mowa market carrying a licensed pistol and insisted on meeting his child. When Geetanjali, 26, and Durgeshwari, 24, tried to calm him down and asked him to leave, he allegedly opened fire.

Police said one bullet struck Geetanjali in the forehead, killing her on the spot, while another hit Durgeshwari in the back. Both women were rushed to hospital by people from the neighbourhood, but Durgeshwari later died during treatment.

Pistol and cartridges found

After the shooting, the accused did not flee the area, according to the initial report. He reportedly stepped outside the house, fired a round in the air on the street and then went to the police station to surrender.

Police recovered the licensed pistol from him and also found bullets and empty cartridges at the spot, officials said. Raipur Deputy Commissioner of Police Mayank Gurjar told Dainik Bhaskar that the incident appeared to have stemmed from a domestic dispute and that the weapon had been seized.

Tension in the neighbourhood

Residents in the area said the couple had frequent disagreements, and the accused often suspected his wife, leading to repeated tension at home. On Tuesday as well, the dispute allegedly continued after the woman went to her parental home, and the argument spilled over into violence when the husband arrived there.

The incident has once again drawn attention to how domestic conflict, if left unresolved, can quickly turn fatal when firearms are involved. In this case too, the presence of a licensed pistol made the situation far more dangerous within minutes.

Investigation underway

Police have taken Jitendra Verma into custody and are questioning him. Officers are also examining the sequence of events, the licensing details of the pistol and the circumstances that led to the firing.

The Raipur double murder has left the Mowa locality shaken, with investigators expected to piece together the exact trigger for the shooting in the coming hours.

A woman allegedly entered an STF colony residence in Chhattisgarh’s Durg district and stabbed a constable’s wife and son to death, while injuring two daughters. Police have detained the accused and launched a detailed probe into the CG Murder Case.

Attack Inside STF Colony

A double murder inside the STF Colony under Supela police station limits in Durg district on Saturday morning triggered panic and raised serious security concerns in the area.

According to officials, a 25-year-old woman allegedly entered the residence of STF constable Lalitesh Yadav and attacked his family with a knife. The assault left his wife Reena Yadav and their nine-year-old son dead, while two daughters sustained serious injuries.

The incident took place at around 8 am when Lalitesh Yadav had reportedly gone to the railway station for work.

Family Caught Off Guard

Police said Reena Yadav was at home with her four children when the accused entered the house. Investigators believe the family had little time to react before the attack began.

Initial findings suggest the attacker first targeted the sleeping nine-year-old boy and stabbed him multiple times. She then turned on Reena Yadav and attacked her with the same weapon.

The assault unfolded within minutes, leaving the house soaked in blood and the family in shock.

Mother Tried Resisting

During the attack, Reena Yadav reportedly tried to stop the assailant and held her by the leg in an attempt to save her children.

According to local accounts, she asked her daughters to run. One of the girls managed to escape and alert neighbours, while another hid inside a bathroom to avoid the attack.

Both girls suffered injuries and were admitted to hospital. Doctors said their condition remains serious, though stable.

Neighbours Overpowered Accused

Residents rushed to the house after hearing distress calls and managed to overpower the accused before police arrived.

Locals reportedly snatched the knife from her and informed police. Officers from Supela police station reached the spot and took the woman into custody.

Police identified the accused as Sarojini Bhardwaj, 25, a native of Janjgir district who had been living in a rented accommodation in Durg.

Probe Into Motive

Investigators said the motive behind the attack is still under examination. However, police are probing the possibility of a personal dispute and suspected relationship-related tensions.

Sources indicated the accused had visited the same house a day earlier, but was allegedly sent back after a brief exchange with the family.

Police have not officially confirmed the nature of the relationship between the accused and the victim’s family. Officers said all angles, including personal conflict and prior interactions, are being examined in the CG Murder Case.

Police Register Case

BhilaI City Superintendent of Police Satyaprakash Tiwari said a case of murder and attempt to murder has been registered.

According to officials, forensic teams examined the crime scene and collected evidence from the house. Police are also recording statements from neighbours, family members and the injured children.

The accused remains in custody and is being questioned to establish the sequence of events and motive behind the attack.

Security Questions Raised

The CG Murder Case has sparked fear in the STF residential colony and renewed concern over security inside police housing areas.

Residents questioned how an outsider managed to enter the premises and carry out a fatal attack in broad daylight. The case has also drawn attention to the risks posed by unresolved personal disputes escalating into violent crime.

As the investigation continues, police are expected to reconstruct the timeline, verify the accused’s movements and establish the exact trigger behind the attack

Raipur Double Murder: Dismissed Cop Arrested for Killing Wife, Stepdaughter

A dismissed police personnel was apprehended by the Raipur police on Friday for allegedly murdering his wife and stepdaughter following a heated domestic dispute fueled by suspicion.

The capital city of Chhattisgarh woke up to a grim development as officials confirmed the arrest of Gulab Sahu, a former policeman, in connection with the April 1 double murder in Semariya village. Investigations revealed that the accused used a battle-axe (tangiya) and a heavy metal pot to bludgeon the victims after a row over personal character suspicions escalated into extreme violence.

Violent confrontation in Semariya

The incident, which took place within the jurisdiction of the Assembly Police Station, has sent shockwaves through the local community. According to the police, the accused, Gulab Sahu, targeted his wife, Hemlata Sahu (35), and her daughter from a previous marriage, Chitra Sahu (22).

The forensic evidence collected from the crime scene suggests a struggle occurred before the fatal blows were delivered. Sources indicated that the bodies were discovered in a pool of blood with deep injuries to the head and facial regions, confirming the brutal nature of the assault.

Suspicion led to tragedy

The Raipur double murder appears to be the culmination of prolonged domestic discord. Gulab Sahu reportedly harbored deep-seated suspicions regarding his wife's character, leading to frequent altercations.

On the day of the incident, a verbal spat began between the accused and his stepdaughter. When Hemlata intervened to protect her daughter, Sahu allegedly lost his temper, picking up a nearby bronze pot and a sharp axe to carry out the killings.

Police launch swift probe

The matter came to light after Navneet Kumar Sahu, the victim’s brother, filed a formal complaint. He informed the authorities that Hemlata had been living with the accused for the past two years in Semariya.

Upon receiving the Latest News Today regarding the killings, senior police officials and forensic experts rushed to the spot. The police recovered the blood-stained murder weapons—the axe and the pot—based on the disclosures made by the accused during interrogation.

Arrest of the accused

The Raipur police utilized technical surveillance and a network of informants to track down Sahu, who had fled the scene shortly after the crime. He was eventually cornered and taken into custody from a hideout.

Official records state that Gulab Sahu is a native of Sonsari village in the Janjgir-Champa district. He had been residing in Semariya following his dismissal from the police force, though the specific reasons for his prior dismissal remain under administrative review.

Second marriage under strain

Background checks revealed that Hemlata and Gulab had entered into a second marriage approximately four years ago. Chitra, the younger victim, was Hemlata’s daughter from her first husband.

Neighbors reported that while the family appeared stable initially, the relationship had soured significantly over the last few months. The frequent arguments over petty issues often required intervention from local residents, though no formal police complaint had been lodged prior to the murders.

Legal proceedings underway

Following his arrest, Sahu was produced before a local court in Raipur. The police sought his remand to further investigate the timeline of events and to ensure all physical evidence was corroborated with his statement.

The court has sent the accused to judicial custody. This Public Interest Story highlights the growing concerns over domestic violence and the lethal consequences of unresolved familial disputes in urban peripheries.

Future outlook on safety

The local administration has assured the public of a fast-track investigation to ensure justice for the deceased. This India News Update serves as a reminder of the need for better community intervention in domestic conflicts.

As the legal process moves forward, the Raipur police are expected to file a comprehensive chargesheet within the stipulated timeframe. The incident remains one of the most discussed cases in Trending News India this week.

Elderly Couple Brutally Murdered in Janjgir-Champa; Robbery Suspected

Masks and fake hair recovered from the crime scene as police launch a manhunt for suspects who fled with gold jewelry in Chhattisgarh.

In a chilling double homicide that has sent shockwaves through Chhattisgarh’s Janjgir-Champa district, an elderly couple was found brutally murdered at their residence in Khapri village. Santram Sahu (62) and his wife Shyam Bai Sahu (62) were killed late Tuesday night, with attackers reportedly using sharp-edged weapons to slit their throats.

According to officials, the perpetrators escaped with gold jewelry and cash estimated at ₹80,000. The discovery of a Holi mask and synthetic hair at the scene suggests a pre-planned execution where the assailants attempted to conceal their identities.

Gruesome discovery at dawn

The incident came to light early Wednesday morning when the couple's eldest son, Harishankar Sahu, visited the house to collect agricultural supplies. Finding the front door ajar, he entered to discover his father’s body lying on the floor and his mother dead on a cot, both soaked in blood.

Targeted attack on seniors

Local reports indicate that Santram, a farmer who also operated a small betel shop, lived alone with his wife while their sons resided separately with their families. The timing of the attack is particularly tragic, as the family had celebrated their grandson’s wedding just days ago on March 28.

Evidence of forced entry

Preliminary investigations by the Mulmula police suggest the attackers used a tree adjacent to the boundary wall to scale the building and gain entry. Forensic experts noted that the house was ransacked, and a gold necklace was missing from Shyam Bai’s person, pointing toward a robbery motive.

Strategic use of disguises

The recovery of a mask and fake hair from the premises has added a complex layer to the investigation. Sources indicated that these items were likely used to mislead witnesses or cameras. Bloody footprints were also traced from the bedroom leading out toward the main road, indicating the escape route used by the suspects.

Massive manhunt launched now

Superintendent of Police Vijay Kumar Pandey arrived at the village to oversee the probe. "We have deployed FSL teams and a dog squad to track the movement of the accused. The nature of the entry suggests the involvement of more than one individual who was familiar with the house layout," a senior official stated.

Rising concerns over safety

The double murder has sparked fear among the residents of Khapri, as the village has seen little violent crime in recent years. Relatives and neighbors are currently being questioned to determine if any suspicious individuals were spotted loitering in the area following the recent wedding festivities.

Future course of investigation

The bodies have been sent for post-mortem at the district hospital. While the primary angle remains robbery, Mulmula police are not ruling out personal enmity. A case has been registered against unidentified persons, and authorities claim that an arrest is imminent as digital and physical evidence is processed.