Ludhiana, Nov. 6 -- A 20-year-old woman working as a domestic help at the residence of a prominent industrialist in South City was found hanging from the ceiling fan late Tuesday night. The woman, who had been employed as a caretaker for the family's grandchild for the past three months, lived in a shared room at the house with other staff members.

While her family initially suspected foul play, police have indicated that the death appears to be a suicide. According to the police, the woman recorded a video on her phone shortly before the act, stating she was distressed - a development police say rules out external involvement.

Her brother said the family was informed late at night that she was unwell and being taken to a hospital. "Whe...