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9 Cases Reported In 2024: ncrb

India’s Tech Capital Features Among Top 5 Metro Cities In This Category

Accounts For 63% Of Country’s Absconding Jail Inmates, According To The ncrb Report

Odisha has again recorded the highest number of police personnel injured in criminal attacks nationwide for the fourth consecutive year. Latest ncrb data shows 264 injuries in 2024, with officials citing increasing criminal defiance and resistance during raids. Experts and police unions highlight concerns about deterrence and the need for better protection and legal support for officers.

In 2024, Tripura emerges with a mixed but hopeful crime landscape, showing a general decline in overall cases after previous spikes. The state's impressive 79.7% chargesheeting rate highlights a commitment to justice. Notably, there were substantial decreases in crimes against both senior citizens and SC/ST communities, although murder rates experienced some fluctuation.

89% suicide victims in AP earn below Rs 5 lakh yearly

India's major cities face alarming mental health strain, with Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai reporting high suicide numbers and rates according to ncrb 2024 data. Family stress, unemployment, and emotional pressures are identified as leading causes, highlighting an urgent need for improved mental health infrastructure and support systems.

Suicide Rate In State Higher Than National Average: ncrb

ncrb Data Shows Residential Fires Accounted For 1.9k Deaths in Karnataka In 5 years, Far Outstripping Fatalities In Commercial Buildings, Schools & Public Spaces

Along With Pedestrians, 2-Wheeler Riders Make Up 80% Of Road Deaths: ncrb

The Twisha, Deepika and Pushpendri cases have sparked outrage, but activists say dowry never really went away. It simply took on a more invisible and just as deadly form

India’s crime rates may appear to improve dramatically in 2027 — but will the decline reflect safer cities or just a statistical reset driven by new Census data?

Crime rates in Indian cities are set to show a decline in 2027 due to a mathematical glitch in National Crime Records Bureau (ncrb) calculations. ncrb uses outdated Census population figures as denominators, causing crime rates to appear inflated until the next Census updates these numbers, leading to dramatic drops.

Jharkhand's jail occupancy rate dropped to 91.7% in 2024 from 106.7% in 2023, with district jails at 114%. This improvement is attributed to new jail operations and prisoner transfers, though undertrials still form the majority of inmates. The state's efforts have brought its occupancy below the national average.

Daily wage earners constituted 31% of all suicide deaths in 2024, the highest in a decade, with 52,910 such fatalities. This marks a significant increase from previous years, as the total number of suicides nationwide rose to 1.7 lakh. Family problems and illness remain the primary reported causes for these tragic deaths.

Slight Dip From 1,995 in 2023

Studies flag deadly organ damage, high fatality and growing misuse in rural areas

Jharkhand saw nearly three times more male suicide deaths than female in 2024, with 1,412 men and 579 women dying by suicide. Experts cite differences in methods, social conditioning, and help-seeking behavior, with men often using more lethal means and facing stigma. Family and marital issues were leading causes.

Odisha recorded the highest number of sexual harassment cases in public places/pathways with 549 incidents, according to the ncrb's 'Crime in India-2024' report. This new category highlights a significant concern, with police acknowledging the issue and vowing to enhance safety measures. The report also noted a lack of awareness or trust in safety apps among women in Bhubaneswar.

Odisha police are enhancing child-friendly approaches amid rising crimes against children and juvenile offenses. A training program emphasizes empathy and care for young individuals, urging officers to focus on children's life stories over their alleged crimes. This initiative aims to strengthen child protection, rights, and trauma-informed policing practices across the state.