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News1823-01-2026, 22:15

Man arrested for strangling wife over domestic dispute in Belagavi

  • Fakirappa Basappa Gilakkanavar, 28, arrested for allegedly strangling his 21-year-old wife, Rajeshwari Gilakkanavar, to death.
  • The incident occurred on Tuesday night in Neginhal village, Bailhongal taluk, Belagavi, Karnataka.
  • The couple, married for three years, frequently quarreled due to not having children.
  • A heated argument erupted when Fakirappa objected to Rajeshwari visiting her parental home, escalating into the fatal attack.
  • Fakirappa allegedly strangled Rajeshwari with a rope while she was lying down; police investigation is ongoing.

Why It Matters: A man was arrested in Belagavi for strangling his wife during a domestic dispute over children and a family visit.

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