New Delhi, Feb. 17 -- A 65-year-old woman was reportedly bludgeoned to death by her 15-year-old nephew and his accomplice following a dispute over his television habits in Maharashtra's Palghar district, police said on Tuesday.

Authorities have apprehended the two juveniles regarding the violent homicide, which occurred late Sunday in Berhampur village, Vasai West.

The victim was discovered deceased on Monday morning inside her bungalow, where she resided by herself, stated Deputy Commissioner of Police Purnima Chowgule-Shringi.

"The accused caught his aunt unawares, allegedly attacking her from behind with a wooden log and a bamboo stick. The woman died instantly due to the force," the official said.

The DCP noted that the inquiry in...