India, Jan. 20 -- An Indian-origin man in Australia has admitted to killing his wife. However, in a twist, the man has stated that he is not guilty of her murder.

As per a report by Australia's ABC News, 42-year-old Vikrant Thakur allegedly killed his wife in December 2025.

Appearing in court for the second time since his arrest, Thakur pled guilty to manslaughter but not murder. The court is set to resume hearing in April.

On December 21, 2025, police were called to Northfield in Adelaide after a call was made regarding domestic assault.

As per the official statement issued by South Australia police, 36-year-old Supriya Thakur was found unconscious. Police commenced CPR, but she "could not be revived".

"A 42-year-old man was arreste...