India, Nov. 6 -- A 30-year-old labourer was beaten to death in Rajasthan's Banswara district over a dispute involving a Rs.250 donation for a village ritual, police said on Wednesday. The incident took place in Bassi Makwana village, triggering anger and tension among residents.

According to villagers, a Pitru Poojan ceremony was being organised in the village, and each household was expected to contribute Rs.250. The family of the victim, identified as Dhuleshwar, son of Bhanji, claimed that he had already paid the amount. However, a group of youths allegedly returned around 10pm demanding the money again, which led to an argument. Villagers intervened at the time and sent them away.

Station House Officer (SHO) of Banswara, Buddha Ram ...