Kochi, Jun 27 (PTI): A theft took place at Kerala High Court judge Justice A Badharudeen's residence near Kalamassery here, and around six grams of gold, of his private secretary, was found missing, police said on Friday.

An officer of the Kalamassery police station said that the theft occurred on June 23 and a complaint regarding that was received on June 26.

An FIR under section 305 (theft in a dwelling house) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) was registered on that day itself, the officer said.

An investigation has been launched, he said, but refused to divulge additional details about the case.

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Kurnool (Andhra Pradesh) (PTI): A 26-year-old youth from this district has died allegedly by suicide in Chicago, US, recently, due to distress over debt, sources said on Saturday.

The family members of the deceased have requested that the identity of their relative be withheld, noting that his parents are senior citizens suffering from medical conditions.

Reacting to the incident, Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh expressed condolences and assured assistance for the repatriation of the mortal remains of the deceased.

"My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. I request Union Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu to ensure smooth and hassle-free transport of the mortal remains," Lokesh said in a post on X.

An NRI community member from the US posted on social media that one of their members from Kurnool on Optional Practical Training (OPT) passed away in Chicago a few days ago.

He said Telugu Association of North America (TANA) had completed all necessary documentation and formalities to send the mortal remains to India for final rites.

He further requested assistance in expediting the cargo pickup, currently scheduled for Sunday, seeking an earlier arrangement considering the urgency.

(Assistance for overcoming suicidal thoughts is available on the state’s health helpline 104, Tele-MANAS 14416.)