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Multi-pronged measures were being rolled out to address the crisis, including psychological support for students, teachers and families

Student suicides 7.6% of all suicide cases across India: Minister

July 23, 2025 9:15 am

Recognising the role of addiction as an emerging issue among youth, the Centre has intensified anti-drug campaigns alongside mental health outreach

A student who was leading the protest last week said that the director has said that the demands with respect to the attendance rules will be met and the administration will provide some relaxation in the existing rules

After IIT Guwahati suicide, students demand attendance flexibility, more counsellors, placement cell changes

September 19, 2024 7:36 pm

Last week’s suicide by a 21-year-old BTech student from Uttar Pradesh was the second such death in a month at IIT Guwahati.

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Could your teenager be suicidal? Read below to find out

September 09, 2022 10:08 am

Positive family relationships is the most valuable prevention resource for a young mind

NCRB report 2021: 7.2 per cent increase in death by suicide; experts say 'busting myths, stigma is crucial'

August 30, 2022 7:39 pm

"Mental health topics and emotional behaviours should be introduced at a young age in schools, and teachers must be sensitised," said Dr Sonal Anand, a psychiatrist

Chhattisgarh Read more at: https://www.deccanherald.com/national/east-and-northeast/chhattisgarh-cop-found-hangiChhattisgarh Cop allegedly died by suicide

MP: Junior doctor dies by suicide, family says was ragged over caste

October 11, 2020 2:58 am

In its complaint to the Garha police, Bhargav’s family has alleged that he was constantly ragged by five of his seniors over his caste soon after he took admission on July 1.

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Suicide, a preventable cause of death

June 15, 2020 8:12 pm

Mental illness is real, hard, disabling and needs addressal and treatment.

Woman killed in UP's Bahraich, hunt on for two suspects: Cops

Pune: 29-year-old cop hangs self, ‘husband blamed’

November 25, 2019 5:42 am

Officials from Dehu Road police station said that Waghmare left her house at 9 pm for night duty, saying she would return by morning. However, in the morning, she was found hanging from the ceiling of her bedroom, police said.

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Mental health and suicide prevention helplines, counselling centres in India

September 10, 2019 2:19 pm

Suicide prevention features in one of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

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Pune group training youths to provide emotional aid, prevent suicides

July 10, 2018 10:59 am

Every year, more than 1,00,000 people commit suicide in India. Among the various known causes of suicides include family problems, financial distress, professional problems.

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From depression to suicide: Why more Indians are falling into the trap

June 13, 2018 4:04 pm

Depression is one of the leading causes of suicide in India, which has become the second leading cause of death among young Indians, according to a study. Ever wondered why? Read on.