In episode 56 of CrimePod Castle’s Unsolved Mystery Series, we delve into the horrifying case of the Narela Honor Killing, a 2010 crime that shook India. This tragic story of love, betrayal, and societal prejudice exposes the devastating consequences of upholding "family honor" over human life. What to Expect in This Episode: Asha and Yogesh’s Love Story: A tale of defiance as two young individuals from different castes fall in love and marry, challenging societal norms.The Night of Tragedy:...

In episode 55 of CrimePod Castle’s Unsolved Mystery Series, we unravel the tragic and perplexing case of Rohit Shekhar Tiwari, whose untimely death in April 2019 shocked the nation. Rohit, the biological son of veteran politician N.D. Tiwari, lived a life marked by public battles and personal turmoil. His mysterious death, initially deemed a cardiac arrest, was later revealed to be a case of homicide. As investigations unfolded, they exposed a chilling tale of marital discord, betrayal, and...

In this episode of CrimePod Castle, we delve into the enigmatic case of Usha Narayanan, a respected professional whose death in 1998 remains a mystery. Her tragic demise in her own apartment left behind a web of unanswered questions and theories that continue to intrigue and haunt her to this day. What to Expect in This Episode: Usha Narayanan’s Life and Legacy: A dedicated academic administrator, beloved by her colleagues and friends, Usha led a quiet and structured life that made the...

In this gripping episode of CrimePod Castle, we unravel the mysterious death of Rashmi Singh, a fearless investigative journalist whose life was tragically cut short in 2001. Her untimely demise remains one of the most baffling unsolved cases in India’s history. What to Expect in This Episode: Rashmi Singh’s Life and Legacy: A tenacious journalist known for uncovering corruption and injustice, Rashmi was on the brink of a breakthrough when her life ended abruptly.The Fateful Night: We explore...

In this episode of CrimePod Castle, we explore the haunting case of Swarna Kamal, a devoted teacher and single mother, whose brutal murder in 2004 shocked her community and left investigators grasping for answers. Key highlights include: Swarna Kamal's Life and Legacy: A beloved teacher and mentor, Swarna’s life was a testament to kindness, resilience, and dedication to her family and students.The Tragic Day: On October 12, 2004, Swarna was found stabbed to death in her home, with signs of a...

In this episode of CrimePod Castle, host Amitesh Surwar explores one of India’s most enigmatic mysteries—the Darbhanga Raj murders of 1985. Once a symbol of luxury and cultural prominence, the Darbhanga Raj family was plunged into chaos when a series of calculated murders shattered their legacy. Through detailed investigation and haunting questions, this episode examines: The Legacy of Darbhanga Raj: A dynasty intertwined with India’s political, cultural, and historical evolution.The Chilling...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle’s Unsolved Mystery Series, Episode 50. In this episode, we delve into the grisly and enigmatic Udaipur Headless Body Case from 2018. The serene Fateh Sagar Lake became the site of a horrifying discovery when a headless body was found near its shores, leaving the community in shock and investigators grappling with an unrelenting mystery. Who was the victim, and why was he targeted? Was this a crime of passion, a calculated act by organized criminals, or something...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle’s Unsolved Mystery Series, Episode 49. In this episode, we uncover the baffling disappearance of Ashok Kumar, a respected school teacher from Haryana who vanished without a trace in 2015. A beloved figure in his community, Ashok’s routine day turned into a haunting mystery when he failed to return home. The discovery of his abandoned motorcycle raised more questions than answers, and despite an extensive investigation, the case remains unsolved. Join Amitesh as he...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle’s Unsolved Mystery Series, Episode 48. In this episode, we delve into the heartbreaking case of Ankita Bhandari, a 19-year-old whose disappearance and subsequent murder in 2022 sent shockwaves across India. Ankita, a bright and ambitious young woman working at a resort in Rishikesh, vanished under mysterious circumstances. Her tragic death exposed a web of betrayal, corruption, and systemic failures. In this episode, we discuss: Ankita’s life, ambitions, and her...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle’s Unsolved Mystery Series, Episode 47. In this episode, we explore the Delhi Triple Murders of 2008, a harrowing case that shook the nation and left investigators with more questions than answers. The brutal killings of Ravi Sharma, his wife Kavita, and their daughter Neha in their own home stunned their affluent South Delhi neighbourhood. Despite an intensive investigation, the case remains unsolved, casting a shadow over one of the city’s most chilling...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle’s Unsolved Mystery Series, Episode 46. In this gripping episode, we delve into the haunting Bangalore Double Murder of 2017. The shocking deaths of prominent businessman Prakash Jain and his trusted associate Arun Varma in their high-end apartment left the city reeling. With a crime scene that raised more questions than answers and a trail that went cold, this case remains one of Bangalore’s most perplexing mysteries. In this episode, we explore: The lives of the...

In this episode of CrimePod Castle, host Amitesh Surwar revisits the harrowing story of Bant Singh, a Dalit labourer and activist from Punjab, who became a symbol of resilience and courage after surviving a brutal attack in 2006. Bant Singh’s relentless fight for justice for his daughter, who was a victim of gang rape, challenged the oppressive caste system in his village. But his defiance came at a heavy cost. On January 7, 2006, Bant Singh was ambushed and assaulted by men seeking revenge...

In this episode of CrimePod Castle, we take you back to 1990 to explore a tragic case that deeply impacted the nation. The story centres around Hetal Parekh, a young and bright student whose life was tragically cut short in her own home. This case remains one of the most significant moments in India’s legal history and led to intense public debate over justice and accountability. We delve into: The tragic events of that fateful day in 1990.The investigation that followed uncovered key...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle, where we revisit haunting cases that continue to resonate through history. In this episode of Ghosts of the Past, host Amitesh Surwar explores the harrowing story of the Gulbarg Society Massacre—one of the darkest chapters of the 2002 Gujarat riots. On February 28, 2002, a mob of thousands unleashed a wave of brutality on Gulbarg Society in Ahmedabad, killing 69 people, including former Congress MP Ehsan Jafri. The massacre exposed systemic failures, institutional...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle, where we uncover the dark and forgotten truths of history. In Episode 3 of our series Ghosts of the Past, host Amitesh Surwar explores the assassination of Rajiv Gandhi—India’s youngest Prime Minister—and the far-reaching consequences of his tragic death. On May 21, 1991, Rajiv Gandhi was killed by a suicide bomber at a campaign rally in Tamil Nadu. The investigation revealed a chilling conspiracy involving the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), stemming from...

Welcome back to CrimePod Castle, where we unravel the dark and forgotten cases of the past. In Episode 2 of our series Ghosts of the Past, host Amitesh Surwar dives into the sensational and haunting Shivani Bhatnagar murder case—a chilling story of betrayal, power, and the ultimate misuse of authority. In 1999, Shivani, a fearless journalist, was brutally murdered in her Delhi home. What followed was a years-long investigation that exposed a high-ranking IPS officer, Ravi Kant Sharma, as the...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle, the show where we uncover the ghosts of the past, one shocking case at a time. In the first episode of our new series, Ghosts of the Past, host Amitesh Surwar delves into the horrifying Ajmer Sex Scandal of 1992—a case that shook India. This chilling story reveals how over 100 young women were lured, exploited, and silenced by a network of influential men. From the sacred grounds of the Ajmer Sharif Dargah to the courtroom drama that followed, we examine the...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle, Unsolved Mystery Series, Episode 45. In this episode, we delve into the baffling and tragic case of Pooja Tiwari, a young and vibrant woman whose untimely death in 2009 continues to raise haunting questions. Found lifeless outside her apartment building under mysterious circumstances, Pooja’s case left investigators and her loved ones grappling with three unsettling possibilities: an accident, suicide, or murder. What you’ll discover in this episode: Insights into...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle, Notorious Crimes of India Series, Episode 44. In this episode, we revisit the shocking Tandoor Murder Case of 1995—a gruesome crime that shook the nation with its brutality and exposed the dark side of jealousy, ambition, and unchecked political power. The case revolves around the murder of Naina Sahni by her husband, Sushil Sharma, a rising political figure, who, in a horrifying attempt to destroy evidence, tried to cremate her body in a restaurant’s tandoor. This...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle, Unsolved Mystery Series, Episode 43. In this episode, we journey to Alwar, Rajasthan, where fear and superstition in 2012 led to a series of brutal murders that shocked the nation. Known as the Alwar Witch-Hunt Murders, these killings exposed the deadly consequences of ancient beliefs in modern society. Victims accused of witchcraft were brutally murdered by mobs driven by fear, ignorance, and hidden motives. This case reveals the chilling realities of...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle, Unsolved Mystery Series, Episode 42. In this episode, we delve into the chilling case of the Badaun Temple Murder, a crime that shattered the peace of a sacred sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh. In October 2015, the beloved priest Pandit Ramesh Tiwari was found brutally murdered in the temple where he had served for decades. The brutality of the crime, combined with the lack of a clear motive or suspects, left a community in mourning, and investigators baffled. In this...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle, Unsolved Mystery Series, Episode 41. Today, we’re unraveling the chilling mystery of the Dileep Double Homicide that rocked Kerala in 2012. On what seemed like a peaceful evening, successful businessman Dileep and his close associate were found brutally murdered in Dileep’s office. The calculated nature of the crime, combined with the lack of motive or suspects, baffled investigators and left a community in fear. In this episode, we’ll explore: The lives of Dileep...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle, Unsolved Mystery Series, Episode 40. Today, we’re delving into a case that shocked the serene city of Jaipur in 2008—the tragic Jaipur Double Murder of Dr Rajendra Sharma and his wife, Sunita Sharma. Known as a peaceful and vibrant city, Jaipur was stunned by the brutal deaths of this beloved elderly couple, whose lives were suddenly and violently ended in their own home. Despite a thorough investigation, the Jaipur Double Murder case remains unsolved. The lack of...

Welcome to CrimePod Castle, Unsolved Mystery Series, Episode 39. In this episode, we journey to the serene landscapes of Himachal Pradesh in the 1990s—a time when the picturesque mountains turned dark with fear as a serial killer roamed undetected. Known as the Himachal Serial Killer, this mysterious figure is believed to have targeted women and young travellers, leaving a trail of terror across remote mountain paths and quiet villages. Despite the extensive efforts of investigators, the...