Baripada: The Additional District and Sessions Judge (2) Court in Baripada on Friday sentenced a man to seven years of imprisonment in connection with the death of his wife.

The verdict was pronounced by Judge Suman Kumar Mishra after examining witness testimonies and the investigation report.

The convict, Bapi Bindhani (35) of Situṇḍi village under Betanati Police Station limits, was found guilty of killing his wife, Mina Kisku, following a domestic dispute earlier this year.

According to the prosecution, Mina, who was Bapi’s second wife, had been residing with him in Baripada. However, frequent quarrels had reportedly strained their relationship, and Bapi often subjected her to physical and mental harassment.

On February 8, 2024, Mina complained of a severe headache and asked her hu

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