In re: Death of Jayanta Pal

Investigation into the death of Sahil Ravindra Wakode

Sahil Ravindra Wakode died by suicide at IIT Bombay on 18 September 2026, leading to ongoing protests and allegations of caste-based harassment and police negligence. On 31 October 2026, his parents filed a petition in the Bombay High Court requesting the transfer of the investigation from the Mumbai Police Crime Branch to the Central Bureau of Investigation or a Special Investigation Team. The family also requested court-monitored oversight, including witness protection and the preservation of CCTV footage.

Death of Mohammed Riyan in Hyderabad

A 20-year-old NEET aspirant, Mohammed Riyan, was found dead at his residence in the Yakutpura area of Hyderabad. Local police have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death, noting reports of mental distress related to his academic pursuits.

Unnatural death of Devpalik Gupta

Devpalik Gupta, a digital manager for the Jan Suraaj Party, was found dead near railway tracks in Ranchi after falling from the Patna Janshatabdi Express. As reported on 28 October 2026, two associates were taken into custody for questioning following murder allegations from the victim's brother. Following the funeral, party leader Prashant Kishor demanded a CBI investigation into the incident as reported on 29 October 2026.