Davangere: The Association for Protection of Civil Rights (APCR) has called for an urgent investigation into the alleged custodial death of Adil, a 30-year-old resident of Tipu Nagar in Channagiri, Karnataka. In a letter addressed to the Chairperson of the Human Rights Commission, the organization has demanded a thorough and impartial probe into the incident.

According to the APCR, Adil was detained by police on May 24, 2024, for his supposed involvement in gambling activities. However, Adil was pronounced dead while in police custody later that night. The circumstances surrounding his death have sparked unrest in the local community.

Following the announcement of Adil’s death, a violent mob attacked the Channagiri police station, setting several vehicles on fire. The crowd alleges that Adil's death resulted from police misconduct, leading to widespread calls for accountability and justice.

The APCR has emphasized the seriousness of the allegations and the need for a comprehensive investigation by the Human Rights Commission. The organization has insisted that only a detailed examination of the facts will ensure justice for Adil and provide justice to his grieving family.

"We urge the Human Rights Commission to uphold its commitment to safeguarding human rights and ensuring justice for all citizens, irrespective of caste, creed, or religion," the APCR stated in their letter.

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New Delhi (PTI): Essar Group co-founder Shashi Ruia has died after a prolonged illness. He was 80.

Ruia, who co-founded metals-to-technology conglomerate Essar with his brother Ravi, died in Mumbai around 23.55 hrs on November 25, family sources said.

He had returned from the US, where he was undergoing treatment, about a month back.

His mortal remains will be kept at Ruia House from 1 pm to 3 pm on Tuesday. The funeral procession will leave from Ruia House at 4 pm towards the Hindu Worli Crematorium.

Shashi, a first-generation entrepreneur industrialist, started his career in 1965 under the guidance of his father Nand Kishore Ruia.

He, along with his brother Ravi, laid the foundation of Essar in 1969 by constructing an outer breakwater at Chennai Port. The group expanded into various sectors, including steel, oil refining, exploration and production, telecom, power, and construction.

He is survived by his wife Manju and two sons Prashant and Anshuman.