India, Feb. 10 -- In a disturbing case, a 15-year-old minor from Pune gave birth at home without any assistance and reportedly cut the umbilical cord herself. The family discovered the newborn after noticing blood marks in the house.

According to officials at the Samarth police station, the incident occurred on January 31. The girl was alone at home and went into labour and gave birth. While no adult was present, she reportedly cut the umbilical cord on her own. The newborn was later found near a window by the family, they said.

The incident came to light when the victim's married elder sister visited the house and noticed blood marks on the kitchen floor. While searching the premises, she discovered the infant in the window and questio...