2008 Noida double murder case

The 2008 Noida double murder case refers to the brutal killing of 14-year-old Arushi Talwar and her family’s domestic help, Hemraj Banjade, in Noida, India, which garnered extensive media coverage and public attention. On May 16, 2008, Arushi was found dead in her bedroom with her throat slit, and Hemraj’s body was discovered the following day on the terrace of the Talwar family home. Initially, suspicion fell on various individuals, including the parents of Arushi, Rajesh and Nupur Talwar, who were eventually arrested and charged with the murders. The case became a sensational trial marked by legal complexities and controversies over investigative lapses, leading to a polarizing debate on justice and media influence in high-profile cases in India.