Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Honeymoon Murder: Brother Claims Wife Lied
A man named Raja Raghuvanshi was killed during his honeymoon in Meghalaya.
His wife, Sonam, was arrested for allegedly planning the murder.
The victim's brother, Vipin, says Sonam and her family have been lying about what happened.
Sonam was in jail for over 10 months before being released on bail.
The Supreme Court has questioned Sonam's actions and advised her to surrender and face trial.
Vipin wants justice for his brother and is willing to cooperate with the police and courts.
Raja Raghuvanshi was killed during his honeymoon in Meghalaya in May 2025.
His wife, Sonam, was arrested on June 9, 2025, for allegedly conspiring to murder him.
Sonam was released on bail after 10 months in judicial custody.
Vipin Raghuvanshi, the victim's brother, claims Sonam and her family have been lying about the murder.
The Supreme Court has questioned Sonam's conduct and advised her to surrender and face trial.
- Who
- Raja Raghuvanshi (victim), Sonam (accused), Vipin Raghuvanshi (brother of the victim)
- What
- Alleged murder of Raja Raghuvanshi during honeymoon
- When
- May 2025
- Where
- Meghalaya
- Why
- Motive unclear, family alleges conspiracy
Sonam's Defense
Family's Allegations
Sonam's Conduct
Sonam's Defense
Sonam maintains her innocence and has cooperated with the legal process.
Family's Allegations
Sonam has been lying about the circumstances of her husband's death from the beginning.
- Victim
- Raja Raghuvanshi
- Accused
- Sonam
- Location
- Meghalaya
- Date of Incident
- May 2025
- Arrest Date
- June 9, 2025
- Bail Status
- Granted after 10 months in custody