Hyderabad Man Ends Life Due to Harassment by Wife and In-Laws
Shruti Mahapatra
A 38-year-old man from Hyderabad ended his life after being harassed by his wife and in-laws over family and property issues. His sister has lodged a police complaint against them.
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