In Varanasi, police arrested Sahab Bind for the murder of Alka Bind. The body was found in a hotel room. Sahab confessed, citing monetary demands as the motive. He was apprehended in Bhadohi. During investigation, he tried to escape, grabbing a policeman’s pistol. Police retaliated, injuring his leg. The murder weapon and victim’s belongings were recovered. Further investigation is underway.