UNNAO/ LUCKNOW: Atul Singh, the brother of a rape-accused BJP MLA, was arrested in Unnao early today, police said.
According to a police spokesperson, a crime branch team arrested Atul Singh Sengar, on the directions of the state police chief.
An 18-year-old woman alleged that she was raped by BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar and his brothers.
Yesterday, her father died in custody in Unnao, prompting her to charge that he was killed inside the jail at the behest of the lawmaker.
Pappu Singh, around 50, was rushed to a hospital from the district jail on April 8 and died during treatment yesterday, Superintendent of Police, Unnao, Pushpanjali had yesterday said.
Four accused -- Sonu, Baua, Vinit and Shailu -- named in the FIR registered on April 4 for beating up Pappu had been arrested.
The complaint was lodged by Asha Singh wife of Surendra Singh alias Pappu.
Pappu was arrested on April 5 under the Arms Act after he was allegedly beaten up by Atul Singh, the MLA's brother.
Makhi police station SHO Ashok Kumar Singh had been suspended.
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Jeddah: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, made an important visit to Saudi Arabia, reaffirming the strong bonds between the two nations. As part of his diplomatic outreach, PM Modi engaged with prominent Indian business leaders based in the Kingdom, acknowledging their pivotal role in fostering economic growth and bilateral cooperation.
Among the key participants at the high-level meeting were Ashif Karnire, Chief Executive Officer of Expertise Group, and Anshif Karnire, Chief Strategy Officer, who met Prime Minister Modi during his visit. Their presence underscored the dynamic entrepreneurial contributions of the Indian diaspora to Saudi Arabia’s evolving economic landscape.
Other notable Indian business leaders in attendance included Yusuf Ali, Managing Director of Lulu Hypermarket, and Alisha Moopen, Group CEO of Aster Healthcare both represent influential enterprises that have played integral roles in the Kingdom's development across retail and healthcare sectors.
During the discussions, the leaders explored the significant contributions of the Indian community to Saudi Arabia, acknowledging their influential roles in the local economy.