A Murder in Bengal, a Web That Spans States The arrest of Raj Kumar Singh by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal's Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, marks another twist in a case that has left a trail of blood and intrigue across multiple states.
The CBI's action in Uttar Pradesh's Muzaffarnagar comes on the heels of an investigation that has already led to the arrest of three other individuals.
Rath's murder, which occurred barely 170 meters from his residence in Madhyamgram, was notable for its brazenness and military style precision.