On February 14, 2026, Sumit (32) and Rekha (26) were found dead inside a locked car near Sector 107, Noida. Both had gunshot wounds. Police recovered a pistol from Sumit's hand. The couple had been in a relationship for over 12 years, known to their families. Sumit's family accused the woman's family of caste-based taunts and said they received threats, some from international numbers warning of police action. A cousin of Sumit said, "We believe both have been murdered and were victims of casteism." The place where the car was found is near Rekha's village in Salarpur. The relative called the situation "suspicious." However, police said the locked car and the pistol suggest a possible suicide. Senior officers and forensic teams have inspected the scene, and a post-mortem examination is awaited. Authorities are investigating all possibilities, including the family's claims. The probe is ongoing.