Mon Nov 24 13:49:54 UTC 2025: Here’s a summary of the text and a rewritten version as a news article:

Summary:

A 23-year-old man named Adarsh was stabbed to death in Manikunnam, near Kottayam, following a dispute over a drug deal. The suspect, 24-year-old Abhijith, son of former Kottayam municipal councillor V K Anilkumar, has been taken into custody. The altercation stemmed from a debt Adarsh owed Abhijith for MDMA. The incident escalated at Anilkumar’s home after Adarsh and a friend arrived. While attempting to intervene, Abhijith allegedly stabbed Adarsh during the struggle. Anilkumar was initially detained but later released after police determined he was trying to de-escalate the situation.

News Article:

Kottayam, India – Drug Deal Turns Deadly: Man Stabbed to Death in Manikunnam

Kottayam, November 24, 2025 – A 23-year-old man, identified as Adarsh from Manganam, near Puthuppally, was fatally stabbed early Monday morning in Manikunnam, near Kottayam, following a dispute over an alleged drug transaction.

Police have taken 24-year-old Abhijith, son of former Congress leader and Kottayam municipal councillor V K Anilkumar (Titto), into custody in connection with the incident. The stabbing occurred in front of Anilkumar’s residence at approximately 4:30 a.m.

Authorities report that the incident stemmed from a disagreement over a debt. Adarsh reportedly owed Abhijith ₹1,500 for MDMA dating back to March, with Abhijith’s scooter pledged for ₹10,000. A heated phone conversation preceded the fatal encounter.

According to police reports, Adarsh, accompanied by a friend, Robin, arrived at Anilkumar’s home late Sunday night. An argument ensued, leading to a physical altercation. While Anilkumar and his wife attempted to separate the individuals, Abhijith allegedly stabbed Adarsh with a knife. Adarsh succumbed to his injuries at the scene. He was pronounced dead at the Government Medical College Hospital at Gandhinagar.

Anilkumar was initially taken into custody but later released after police concluded that he was attempting to de-escalate the situation. Abhijith remains in custody. The investigation is ongoing. Abhijith has a history of criminal cases, including drug trafficking.

Read More