Fri Oct 10 17:58:17 UTC 2025: ## Summary:

The Hindu, in its October 10, 2025 edition, reports on a tragic incident in Thanjavur, India. A 38-year-old man, Vinothkumar, allegedly murdered his three minor children after his wife deserted him six months prior. Vinothkumar, a waiter, surrendered to the Madukkur police after committing the crime. The police are investigating the case. The publication also promotes its various newsletters covering topics like international relations from an Indian perspective, film reviews, technology news, science, data analysis, health, and book reviews.

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**Thanjavur Tragedy: Father Allegedly Murders Three Children**

**THANJAVUR, INDIA – October 10, 2025 (The Hindu)** – A somber incident has shaken the community of Gopalasamudhram near Madukkur in Thanjavur. Vinothkumar, a 38-year-old man, reportedly confessed to murdering his three young children, Oviya (12), Keerthi (8), and Eeswaran (5), on Friday evening.

According to the Madukkur police, Vinothkumar, who worked as a waiter at a local hotel, surrendered to authorities after committing the act. The police believe a possible motive lies in the recent abandonment of his family by his wife, Nithya, 35, six months prior. The couple had been married for a decade.

“The accused walked into the station and confessed to the crime,” stated a police spokesperson. “We are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.” A lethal weapon was allegedly used in the murders.

The Madukkur police have registered a case and are conducting a thorough investigation.

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