Guwahati, Sept. 9 -- The police began a murder investigation after discovering the body of Hema Devi Chettri in a rented apartment in Sikkim's Green Dale area.

Around 6:30 am, officers from Sadar Police Station came across Chettri during a routine patrol in the Tadong neighbourhood. They found her unconscious inside the apartment. Despite immediate efforts to revive her, she was declared dead at the scene.

Police detained Zayed Ansari, who was inside the flat at the time, for questioning. Authorities confirmed that Ansari and Chettri had been living together in the rented unit.

Investigators are currently exploring several angles, including the possibility of foul play. Officers described the circumstances surrounding Chettri's death a...