A key witness in the Twisha Sharma death case has been allegedly attacked in Bhopal amid ongoing investigation into the dowry harassment charges by her family. The video of the incident is doing rounds on social media on Tuesday (June 2). In the video, Neeraj Dubey, who runs a salon near the accused husband, Samarth Singh's residence and is a witness in the case, can be seen surrounded with half a dozen men holding sticks. The men can be seen confronting the salon owner while another man is seen holding a bamboo stick. The men are allegedly Samarth Singh's friends who arrived at the location to threaten the salon owner.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to reports, Neeraj Dubey claimed that Singh's friends assaulted him on May 30 and tried to pressure him against testifying in court. Dubey revealed that the men demanded to know why he was a witness in the case. After the incident, Dubey visited filed a formal complaint. The police assured him that strict action and are trying to identify the attackers from the CCTV footage.

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Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/twisha-sharma-case-takes-dramatic-turn-as-cbi-arrests-mother-in-law-giribala-singh-after-bail-cancelled-1780023437742">Twisha Sharma case takes dramatic turn as CBI arrests mother-in-law Giribala Singh</a><h2>What is the Twisha Sharma case?</h2>The case surfaced in April when Twisha Sharma was found dead at her husband's house. After her death, Twisha's family accused her husband, Samarth Singh, and mother-in-law, Giribala Singh, of dowry harassment. The mother-son duo has been arrested. The police has also registered a case of dowry death against the Singhs. The investigation has been taken over by the CBI.&nbsp;

A key witness in the Twisha Sharma death case alleged he was attacked by friends of accused husband Samarth Singh in Bhopal. Salon owner Neeraj Dubey claimed he was assaulted and pressured not to testify in court as police continue investigating dowry harassment allegations

A key witness in the Twisha Sharma death case has been allegedly attacked in Bhopal amid ongoing investigation into the dowry harassment charges by her family. The video of the incident is doing rounds on social media on Tuesday (June 2). In the video, Neeraj Dubey, who runs a salon near the accused husband, Samarth Singh's residence and is a witness in the case, can be seen surrounded with half a dozen men holding sticks. The men can be seen confronting the salon owner while another man is seen holding a bamboo stick. The men are allegedly Samarth Singh's friends who arrived at the location to threaten the salon owner. According to reports, Neeraj Dubey claimed that Singh's friends assaulted him on May 30 and tried to pressure him against testifying in court. Dubey revealed that the men demanded to know why he was a witness in the case. After the incident, Dubey visited filed a formal complaint. The police assured him that strict action and are trying to identify the attackers from the CCTV footage.

A key witness in the Twisha Sharma death case alleged he was attacked by friends of accused husband Samarth Singh in Bhopal. Salon owner Neeraj Dubey claimed he was assaulted and pressured not to testify in court as police continue investigating dowry harassment allegations

Twisha Sharma case: Witness alleges attack with sticks by accused husband Samarth Singh's friends - VIDEO

The investigation into the death of 30-year-old Twisha Sharma has entered a crucial new phase, with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arresting her mother-in-law, former district judge Giribala Singh, on Thursday (May 28). The arrest comes just a day after the Madhya Pradesh High Court struck down the anticipatory bail that had protected Giribala Singh from arrest since May 15. The court ruled that important evidence, witness statements and allegations made by Twisha's family had not been adequately considered when the relief was granted.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/twisha-sharma-dowry-death-case-mp-high-court-quashes-mil-giribala-singh-s-anticipatory-bail-samarth-singh-to-stay-in-cbi-custody-till-29-may-1779938930530">Twisha Sharma dowry death case: MP High Court quashes MIL Giribala Singh's anticipatory bail; Samarth Singh to stay in CBI custody till 29 May</a><h2>Giribala Singh to be produced before court today</h2>CBI officials informed a Bhopal court about the arrest on Thursday and are expected to produce Giribala Singh before the court on Friday (May 29) for further proceedings. Her arrest is being viewed as a major escalation in a case that has drawn national attention and triggered widespread debate about alleged dowry harassment and domestic abuse.Giribala Singh faces charges under Section 80(2) for dowry death, Section 85 for cruelty to a woman by her husband or her relatives, and Section 3(5) for acts committed by several persons in furtherance of a common intention. She has also been booked under Sections 3 and 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act.<h2>Twisha Sharma dowry death case: What happened till now</h2>Twisha, a Noida resident, married Bhopal-based advocate Samarth Singh in December 2025. Barely five months later, on May 12, she was found dead at her matrimonial home. Her family alleged that she had been subjected to harassment and pressure over dowry demands by her husband and in-laws.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/abortion-7-lakh-and-more-what-did-samarth-singh-tell-police-police-accuse-twisha-sharma-s-husband-of-misleading-probe-1779769532505">Abortion, ₹7 lakh and more: What did Samarth Singh tell police? Police accuse Twisha Sharma’s husband of misleading probe</a>The case, which includes serious allegations under the newly implemented Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, grew more complicated after Twisha's family refused to accept the findings of the initial post-mortem examination and demanded a second autopsy. Their insistence led to an unprecedented intervention, with a specialised team from AIIMS Delhi conducting a second post-mortem in Bhopal. The family accepted her remains only after the procedure was completed.Meanwhile, Twisha's husband Samarth Singh remains at the centre of the investigation. Arrested from Jabalpur on May 22 after allegedly absconding for several days, he is currently in custody as investigators continue questioning him about the circumstances surrounding his wife's death. The Bar Council of India has also suspended him from legal practice pending the outcome of the case. The Supreme Court has already transferred the investigation to the CBI and directed the agency to conduct an expedited probe. It also asked both sides to refrain from making public statements that could affect the investigation.&nbsp;

The Twisha Sharma case has taken a major turn after the CBI arrested her mother-in-law, former district judge Giribala Singh, following the cancellation of her anticipatory bail.

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The investigation into the death of 30-year-old Twisha Sharma has entered a crucial new phase, with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arresting her mother-in-law, former district judge Giribala Singh, on Thursday (May 28). The arrest comes just a day after the Madhya Pradesh High Court struck down the anticipatory bail that had protected Giribala Singh from arrest since May 15. The court ruled that important evidence, witness statements and allegations made by Twisha's family had not been adequately considered when the relief was granted. Also read | Twisha Sharma dowry death case: MP High Court quashes MIL Giribala Singh's anticipatory bail; Samarth Singh to stay in CBI custody till 29 May Giribala Singh to be produced before court today CBI officials informed a Bhopal court about the arrest on Thursday and are expected to produce Giribala Singh before the court on Friday (May 29) for further proceedings. Her arrest is being viewed as a major escalation in a case that has drawn national attention and triggered widespread debate about alleged dowry harassment and domestic abuse. Giribala Singh faces charges under Section 80(2) for dowry death, Section 85 for cruelty to a woman by her husband or her relatives, and Section 3(5) for acts committed by several persons in furtherance of a common intention. She has also been booked under Sections 3 and 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act. Twisha Sharma dowry death case: What happened till now Twisha, a Noida resident, married Bhopal-based advocate Samarth Singh in December 2025. Barely five months later, on May 12, she was found dead at her matrimonial home. Her family alleged that she had been subjected to harassment and pressure over dowry demands by her husband and in-laws. Also read | Abortion, ₹7 lakh and more: What did Samarth Singh tell police? Police accuse Twisha Sharma’s husband of misleading probe The case, which includes serious allegations under the newly implemented Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, grew more complicated after Twisha's family refused to accept the findings of the initial post-mortem examination and demanded a second autopsy. Their insistence led to an unprecedented intervention, with a specialised team from AIIMS Delhi conducting a second post-mortem in Bhopal. The family accepted her remains only after the procedure was completed. Meanwhile, Twisha's husband Samarth Singh remains at the centre of the investigation. Arrested from Jabalpur on May 22 after allegedly absconding for several days, he is currently in custody as investigators continue questioning him about the circumstances surrounding his wife's death. The Bar Council of India has also suspended him from legal practice pending the outcome of the case. The Supreme Court has already transferred the investigation to the CBI and directed the agency to conduct an expedited probe. It also asked both sides to refrain from making public statements that could affect the investigation.

The Twisha Sharma case has taken a major turn after the CBI arrested her mother-in-law, former district judge Giribala Singh, following the cancellation of her anticipatory bail.What happens next? Scroll down to read more.

Twisha Sharma case takes dramatic turn as CBI arrests mother-in-law Giribala Singh after bail cancelled

The Twisha Sharma death case intensified sharply on Wednesday (May 27) after the Madhya Pradesh High Court cancelled the anticipatory bail granted to former district judge Giribala Singh, the mother-in-law of the deceased. This opens the door for possible custodial interrogation by the CBI.<h2>Giribala Singh's anticipatory bail quashed</h2>In a significant setback for the accused side, Justice Devnarayan Mishra quashed the May 15 sessions court order that had protected Giribala Singh from arrest in the dowry death case linked to Twisha Sharma’s death on May 12.The High Court observed that the lower court failed to properly examine crucial material already present in the case diary, including witness statements, WhatsApp chats and medical findings.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/abortion-7-lakh-and-more-what-did-samarth-singh-tell-police-police-accuse-twisha-sharma-s-husband-of-misleading-probe-1779769532505">Abortion, ₹7 lakh and more: What did Samarth Singh tell police? Police accuse Twisha Sharma’s husband of misleading probe</a>The court specifically noted allegations made by Twisha’s family that Giribala Singh and her son Samarth Singh had allegedly subjected the deceased to harassment and pressure regarding her pregnancy.The HC also pointed to postmortem findings mentioning multiple ante-mortem injuries, saying the matter required deeper investigation.<h2>Enough time to hold press conferences</h2>The MP High Court also accepted submissions made by both the prosecution and the Central Bureau of Investigation that Giribala Singh had allegedly not cooperated fully despite repeated notices issued during the investigation. Appearing before the court, the state government argued that while Twisha Sharma's mother-in-law had enough time to hold press conferences after getting anticipatory bail, she allegedly avoided cooperating with investigators."She had time to hold press conferences, but no time to cooperate in the investigations," the prosecution argued.The High Court eventually ruled that the seriousness of the allegations and the current stage of the probe justified cancellation of anticipatory bail.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/twisha-sharma-dowry-death-case-supreme-court-directs-families-to-avoid-media-interviews-as-cbi-takes-over-probe-1779763327475">Twisha Sharma dowry death: Supreme Court directs families to avoid media interviews as CBI takes over probe</a><h2>CBI takes custody of Samarth Singh</h2>CBI has formally taken custody of Twisha’s husband, Samarth Singh, till May 29 after producing him before a Bhopal court. Samarth, who remained absconding for nearly a week after the case surfaced, was arrested in Jabalpur on May 22.Soon after securing his custody, a specialised CBI team from Delhi took Samarth back to the crime scene, the Katara Hills residence in Bhopal, where Twisha was allegedly found hanging. Investigators spent more than three hours at the house conducting detailed photography, videography and forensic examination of the terrace and surrounding areas while questioning Samarth about the events of May 12 night.

The Twisha Sharma case has taken another dramatic turn after the Madhya Pradesh High Court cancelled the anticipatory bail granted to her mother-in-law, former judge Giribala Singh. The court cited WhatsApp chats and witness statements while questioning her cooperation in the probe.

The Twisha Sharma death case intensified sharply on Wednesday (May 27) after the Madhya Pradesh High Court cancelled the anticipatory bail granted to former district judge Giribala Singh, the mother-in-law of the deceased. This opens the door for possible custodial interrogation by the CBI. Giribala Singh's anticipatory bail quashed In a significant setback for the accused side, Justice Devnarayan Mishra quashed the May 15 sessions court order that had protected Giribala Singh from arrest in the dowry death case linked to Twisha Sharma’s death on May 12. The High Court observed that the lower court failed to properly examine crucial material already present in the case diary, including witness statements, WhatsApp chats and medical findings. Also read | Abortion, ₹7 lakh and more: What did Samarth Singh tell police? Police accuse Twisha Sharma’s husband of misleading probe The court specifically noted allegations made by Twisha’s family that Giribala Singh and her son Samarth Singh had allegedly subjected the deceased to harassment and pressure regarding her pregnancy. The HC also pointed to postmortem findings mentioning multiple ante-mortem injuries, saying the matter required deeper investigation. Enough time to hold press conferences The MP High Court also accepted submissions made by both the prosecution and the Central Bureau of Investigation that Giribala Singh had allegedly not cooperated fully despite repeated notices issued during the investigation. Appearing before the court, the state government argued that while Twisha Sharma's mother-in-law had enough time to hold press conferences after getting anticipatory bail, she allegedly avoided cooperating with investigators. "She had time to hold press conferences, but no time to cooperate in the investigations," the prosecution argued. The High Court eventually ruled that the seriousness of the allegations and the current stage of the probe justified cancellation of anticipatory bail. Also read | Twisha Sharma dowry death: Supreme Court directs families to avoid media interviews as CBI takes over probe CBI takes custody of Samarth Singh CBI has formally taken custody of Twisha’s husband, Samarth Singh, till May 29 after producing him before a Bhopal court. Samarth, who remained absconding for nearly a week after the case surfaced, was arrested in Jabalpur on May 22. Soon after securing his custody, a specialised CBI team from Delhi took Samarth back to the crime scene, the Katara Hills residence in Bhopal, where Twisha was allegedly found hanging. Investigators spent more than three hours at the house conducting detailed photography, videography and forensic examination of the terrace and surrounding areas while questioning Samarth about the events of May 12 night.

The Twisha Sharma case has taken another dramatic turn after the Madhya Pradesh High Court cancelled the anticipatory bail granted to her mother-in-law, former judge Giribala Singh. The court cited WhatsApp chats and witness statements while questioning her cooperation in the probe.

Twisha Sharma dowry death case: MP High Court quashes MIL Giribala Singh's anticipatory bail; Samarth Singh to stay in CBI custody till 29 May

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has alleged that former district judge Giribala Singh demanded ₹2 lakh from the family of Twisha Sharma at the time of her ‘vidai’ after her marriage to Samarth Singh in December 2025, according to the FIR registered in the case. The FIR was filed after the CBI formally took over the investigation into the mysterious death of Twisha Sharma from the Bhopal Police. The agency has registered a dowry death case and begun its probe after a team reached Bhopal.&nbsp;According to the FIR registered on Monday (May 25), Twisha Sharma married Samarth Singh on December 9, 2025. The complaint alleges that Twisha was subjected to continuous mental and physical harassment over dowry demands since the marriage. Her husband, Samarth Singh and mother-in-law, Giribala Singh, have both been named as accused. The FIR, a copy of which was accessed by WION, further states that Giribala Singh allegedly demanded ₹2 lakh from Twisha’s family during the ‘vidai’ ceremony and that the amount was paid on her insistence.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/twisha-sharma-dowry-death-case-supreme-court-directs-families-to-avoid-media-interviews-as-cbi-takes-over-probe-1779763327475">Twisha Sharma dowry death: Supreme Court directs families to avoid media interviews as CBI takes over probe</a>&nbsp;The CBI has registered the case under Sections 80(2), 85 and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, along with Sections 3 and 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act. The agency is investigating allegations related to dowry death, harassment, conspiracy and other possible offences.<h2>What is the case?</h2>Twisha Sharma, 33, was found hanging at her marital home in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Her family accused her husband, a lawyer, and her mother-in-law, a former district judge, of dowry harassment and abetment to suicide. The Singh family has denied the allegations and claimed that Twisha suffered from drug addiction. Samarth Singh, who had allegedly been absconding since Twisha’s death, was arrested last week after evading authorities for 10 days. Amid mounting public outrage over the case, the Madhya Pradesh government handed over the investigation to the CBI.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/abortion-7-lakh-and-more-what-did-samarth-singh-tell-police-police-accuse-twisha-sharma-s-husband-of-misleading-probe-1779769532505">Abortion, ₹7 lakh and more: What did Samarth Singh tell police? Police accuse Twisha Sharma’s husband of misleading probe</a>&nbsp;The postmortem report confirmed “antemortem hanging”, indicating that Twisha was alive at the time of hanging. The report also noted injury marks on her body, which were suspected to have been caused by assault or a heavy object. Following demands from the victim’s family, the Madhya Pradesh High Court last week ordered a second autopsy by a team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi. The family had alleged lapses in the initial postmortem examination.

The CBI took over the Twisha Sharma dowry death case, alleging former judge Giribala Singh demanded ₹2 lakh during ‘vidai’ amid continuous harassment leading to Twisha’s mysterious hanging.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has alleged that former district judge Giribala Singh demanded ₹2 lakh from the family of Twisha Sharma at the time of her ‘vidai’ after her marriage to Samarth Singh in December 2025, according to the FIR registered in the case. The FIR was filed after the CBI formally took over the investigation into the mysterious death of Twisha Sharma from the Bhopal Police. The agency has registered a dowry death case and begun its probe after a team reached Bhopal. According to the FIR registered on Monday (May 25), Twisha Sharma married Samarth Singh on December 9, 2025. The complaint alleges that Twisha was subjected to continuous mental and physical harassment over dowry demands since the marriage. Her husband, Samarth Singh and mother-in-law, Giribala Singh, have both been named as accused. The FIR, a copy of which was accessed by WION, further states that Giribala Singh allegedly demanded ₹2 lakh from Twisha’s family during the ‘vidai’ ceremony and that the amount was paid on her insistence. Also read: Twisha Sharma dowry death: Supreme Court directs families to avoid media interviews as CBI takes over probe The CBI has registered the case under Sections 80(2), 85 and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, along with Sections 3 and 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act. The agency is investigating allegations related to dowry death, harassment, conspiracy and other possible offences. What is the case? Twisha Sharma, 33, was found hanging at her marital home in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Her family accused her husband, a lawyer, and her mother-in-law, a former district judge, of dowry harassment and abetment to suicide. The Singh family has denied the allegations and claimed that Twisha suffered from drug addiction. Samarth Singh, who had allegedly been absconding since Twisha’s death, was arrested last week after evading authorities for 10 days. Amid mounting public outrage over the case, the Madhya Pradesh government handed over the investigation to the CBI. Also read: Abortion, ₹7 lakh and more: What did Samarth Singh tell police? Police accuse Twisha Sharma’s husband of misleading probe The postmortem report confirmed “antemortem hanging”, indicating that Twisha was alive at the time of hanging. The report also noted injury marks on her body, which were suspected to have been caused by assault or a heavy object. Following demands from the victim’s family, the Madhya Pradesh High Court last week ordered a second autopsy by a team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi. The family had alleged lapses in the initial postmortem examination.

The CBI took over the Twisha Sharma dowry death case, alleging former judge Giribala Singh demanded ₹2 lakh during ‘vidai’ amid continuous harassment leading to Twisha’s mysterious hanging.

Twisha Sharma case: CBI alleges Giribala Singh demanded ₹2 lakh at ‘Vidai’

Samarth Singh, the husband of Twisha Sharma, tried to mislead the investigation, alleged the Madhya Pradesh police on Monday (May 25). As the investigation intensified, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) recreated the crime scene at her Bhopal residence in an exercise that lasted more than two hours. The reconstruction came shortly after police interrogated Twisha's husband and the prime accused in the case, Samarth Singh, for nearly three hours. During the interrogation, Singh made shocking claims, which the police said amounted to attempts to mislead the investigation.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/twisha-sharma-dowry-death-case-supreme-court-directs-families-to-avoid-media-interviews-as-cbi-takes-over-probe-1779763327475">Twisha Sharma dowry death: Supreme Court directs families to avoid media interviews as CBI takes over probe</a><h2>Samarth Singh attempts to mislead the investigation</h2>According to police officials, Samarth, who was absconding for nearly 10 days, told investigators that Twisha had been emotionally distressed following an abortion. Officials alleged that he repeatedly tried to mislead the SIT when questioned about the period during which he remained absconding after the case came to light.During questioning, Samarth also repeated his earlier claim that he had given Rs 7 lakh to Twisha. Investigators have now seized several key items from him, including his laptop, mobile phone, passport, Aadhaar card and other documents, which are expected to be examined as part of the widening probe.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/green-card-applicants-should-go-home-new-us-citizenship-rule-may-hit-indians-hardest-check-how-you-could-be-affected-1779514161561">Green card applicants should go home? New US citizenship rule may hit Indians hardest; check how you could be affected</a><h2>CBI takes over the investigation</h2>The developments come on the same day the Supreme Court handed over the investigation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The apex court directed the CBI to take over the matter and proceed expeditiously after hearing arguments from the victim’s family, the accused side and the Madhya Pradesh government.The Supreme Court also asked both families to avoid giving media interviews while the investigation remains underway, signalling concern over the intense public attention surrounding the case.Twisha Sharma, originally from Noida, died on May 12 at her matrimonial home in Bhopal, just months after her marriage in December 2025. Her family has alleged that she was subjected to dowry harassment and mental torture by her husband and in-laws.

After absconding for nearly 10 days, Twisha Sharma’s husband, Samarth Singh, has now been accused of trying to mislead investigators as the dowry death probe deepens. 

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Samarth Singh, the husband of Twisha Sharma, tried to mislead the investigation, alleged the Madhya Pradesh police on Monday (May 25). As the investigation intensified, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) recreated the crime scene at her Bhopal residence in an exercise that lasted more than two hours. The reconstruction came shortly after police interrogated Twisha's husband and the prime accused in the case, Samarth Singh, for nearly three hours. During the interrogation, Singh made shocking claims, which the police said amounted to attempts to mislead the investigation. Also read | Twisha Sharma dowry death: Supreme Court directs families to avoid media interviews as CBI takes over probe Samarth Singh attempts to mislead the investigation According to police officials, Samarth, who was absconding for nearly 10 days, told investigators that Twisha had been emotionally distressed following an abortion. Officials alleged that he repeatedly tried to mislead the SIT when questioned about the period during which he remained absconding after the case came to light. During questioning, Samarth also repeated his earlier claim that he had given Rs 7 lakh to Twisha. Investigators have now seized several key items from him, including his laptop, mobile phone, passport, Aadhaar card and other documents, which are expected to be examined as part of the widening probe. Also read | Green card applicants should go home? New US citizenship rule may hit Indians hardest; check how you could be affected CBI takes over the investigation The developments come on the same day the Supreme Court handed over the investigation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The apex court directed the CBI to take over the matter and proceed expeditiously after hearing arguments from the victim’s family, the accused side and the Madhya Pradesh government. The Supreme Court also asked both families to avoid giving media interviews while the investigation remains underway, signalling concern over the intense public attention surrounding the case. Twisha Sharma, originally from Noida, died on May 12 at her matrimonial home in Bhopal, just months after her marriage in December 2025. Her family has alleged that she was subjected to dowry harassment and mental torture by her husband and in-laws.

After absconding for nearly 10 days, Twisha Sharma’s husband, Samarth Singh, has now been accused of trying to mislead investigators as the dowry death probe deepens.What exactly did Samarth tell police? Scroll down to read more.

Abortion, ₹7 lakh and more: What did Samarth Singh tell police? Police accuse Twisha Sharma’s husband of misleading probe

The Twisha Sharma dowry death case took another dramatic turn on Monday (May 25) after the Supreme Court directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to take over the probe. The apex court’s intervention came after multiple legal battles linked to the case began unfolding simultaneously across the trial court, Madhya Pradesh High Court and the Supreme Court itself. After hearing arguments from lawyers representing Twisha’s family, the accused side and the state government, the court ordered a centralised CBI investigation and asked the agency to proceed expeditiously.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/who-called-for-the-bengaluru-cockroach-janta-party-protest-abhijeet-dipke-alleges-conspiracy-to-demonise-movement-1779526937411">Who called for the Bengaluru ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ protest? Abhijeet Dipke alleges conspiracy to 'demonise' movement</a><h2>Families asked to avoid talking to the media</h2>In an important formal request, the court has asked both Twisha and her husband, Samarth Singh's family to avoid speaking to the media while the investigation remains underway. This has been done to ensure and maintain the integrity of the ongoing CBI inquiry.<h2>Anticipatory bail granted to mother-in-law Giribala Singh</h2>Twisha Sharma, originally from Noida, died on May 12 at her matrimonial home in Bhopal, barely months after her December 2025 wedding. Her family has alleged sustained mental harassment and dowry-related abuse by her husband and in-laws. The case quickly sparked outrage online, especially after relatives questioned the initial findings surrounding her death.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/twisha-sharma-death-case-husband-samarth-singh-offers-to-surrender-all-we-know-1779446621169">Twisha Sharma death case: Husband Samarth Singh offers to surrender. All we know</a>The legal fight has now intensified around the anticipatory bail granted to Twisha’s mother-in-law, Giribala Singh. Both the Madhya Pradesh government and Twisha’s father have separately challenged the bail order. Notices have already been served, and the matter is now scheduled for hearing on May 27 at 2:30 pm.During proceedings in the High Court, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta strongly pushed for urgent intervention, arguing that if anticipatory bail could be granted overnight to the mother-in-law, then the state also deserved an urgent hearing to challenge it. The court agreed and advanced the hearing date.<h2>Second post-mortem done</h2>Advocate Anurag Srivastav, who is representing the family of the deceased Twisha Sharma, revealed that a second post-mortem examination has now been conducted by a special team from AIIMS, New Delhi, after Twisha’s family raised concerns over the first autopsy report. "This marks one significant positive development that has taken place," he said.Lawyers representing the family said the Supreme Court taking suo motu cognisance of the matter has given them a sense of relief and confidence that the investigation will now be examined independently and under close judicial watch.&nbsp;

The Twisha Sharma case has now reached the Supreme Court, with the apex court ordering a CBI probe into the alleged dowry death. The court has also asked both families to stop speaking to the media as legal battles intensify.

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The Twisha Sharma dowry death case took another dramatic turn on Monday (May 25) after the Supreme Court directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to take over the probe. The apex court’s intervention came after multiple legal battles linked to the case began unfolding simultaneously across the trial court, Madhya Pradesh High Court and the Supreme Court itself. After hearing arguments from lawyers representing Twisha’s family, the accused side and the state government, the court ordered a centralised CBI investigation and asked the agency to proceed expeditiously. Also read | Who called for the Bengaluru ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ protest? Abhijeet Dipke alleges conspiracy to 'demonise' movement Families asked to avoid talking to the media In an important formal request, the court has asked both Twisha and her husband, Samarth Singh's family to avoid speaking to the media while the investigation remains underway. This has been done to ensure and maintain the integrity of the ongoing CBI inquiry. Anticipatory bail granted to mother-in-law Giribala Singh Twisha Sharma, originally from Noida, died on May 12 at her matrimonial home in Bhopal, barely months after her December 2025 wedding. Her family has alleged sustained mental harassment and dowry-related abuse by her husband and in-laws. The case quickly sparked outrage online, especially after relatives questioned the initial findings surrounding her death. Also read | Twisha Sharma death case: Husband Samarth Singh offers to surrender. All we know The legal fight has now intensified around the anticipatory bail granted to Twisha’s mother-in-law, Giribala Singh. Both the Madhya Pradesh government and Twisha’s father have separately challenged the bail order. Notices have already been served, and the matter is now scheduled for hearing on May 27 at 2:30 pm. During proceedings in the High Court, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta strongly pushed for urgent intervention, arguing that if anticipatory bail could be granted overnight to the mother-in-law, then the state also deserved an urgent hearing to challenge it. The court agreed and advanced the hearing date. Second post-mortem done Advocate Anurag Srivastav, who is representing the family of the deceased Twisha Sharma, revealed that a second post-mortem examination has now been conducted by a special team from AIIMS, New Delhi, after Twisha’s family raised concerns over the first autopsy report. "This marks one significant positive development that has taken place," he said. Lawyers representing the family said the Supreme Court taking suo motu cognisance of the matter has given them a sense of relief and confidence that the investigation will now be examined independently and under close judicial watch.

The Twisha Sharma case has now reached the Supreme Court, with the apex court ordering a CBI probe into the alleged dowry death. The court has also asked both families to stop speaking to the media as legal battles intensify.Scroll down for full details.

Twisha Sharma dowry death: Supreme Court directs families to avoid media interviews as CBI takes over probe

Retired district judge Giribala Singh, accused in the dowry death of her daughter-in-law Twisha Sharma, is digging in for a legal battle with reports emerging Monday (May 25) that she may argue her own case before the Madhya Pradesh High Court as proceedings against her anticipatory bail reach a critical stage. The vacation bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court heard a petition seeking cancellation of the anticipatory bail granted to Giribala Singh, who is accused in the alleged dowry death case of her daughter-in-law. The petition was filed by Twisha's family, challenging the relief granted to Singh by a Bhopal sessions court.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/supreme-court-to-hear-twisha-sharma-case-amid-allegations-of-bias-in-probe-1779687941011/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/supreme-court-to-hear-twisha-sharma-case-amid-allegations-of-bias-in-probe-1779687941011/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Senior advocate Enosh George Carlo, who is representing Giribala Singh, was present at the high court and filed a vakalatnama (power of attorney for legal representation) on her behalf. This came amid reports that her lawyer had withdrawn from the case, a claim Carlo denied, confirming that he continues to represent the retired judge.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/twisha-sharma-death-case-fair-independent-impartial-probe-needed-observes-sc-1779690658253">Twisha Sharma death : SC says 'narrative being created, fair and independent investigation' required as case moves to CBI</a>&nbsp;A single-judge bench of Justice Devnarayan Mishra heard Senior Advocate Siddharth Luthra, appearing along with Advocate Anurag Shrivastav for the victim's parents, seeking urgent consideration of the pleas. Luthra informed the court that two connected matters were listed, one filed by the state and another by the victim's parents, both assailing the anticipatory bail granted to Giribala Singh. Senior Advocate Nitya Ramakrishnan, appearing for Singh, submitted that the state's petition contained "wrong averments" and requested that the matter be listed on a short date.&nbsp;&nbsp;The court directed respondents to file their replies and fixed May 27 for further hearing. The pressure on Singh has been building for days. Bhopal Police Commissioner Sanjay Kumar stated that Singh was served three notices to join the investigation and record her statement, but failed to cooperate with investigators. Police have also formally moved the High Court seeking cancellation of her anticipatory bail.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>The case:&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;The case stems from a tragedy earlier this month. Twisha Sharma, 33, was found hanging at her matrimonial home in Bhopal's Katara Hills area on May 12. After her family accused her in-laws of dowry harassment and abetment to suicide, police registered an FIR under sections related to dowry death and cruelty against husband Samarth Singh and mother-in-law Giribala Singh.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Absconding husband surrenders:&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;Twisha Sharma's husband, Samarth Singh, who surrendered before police after allegedly remaining untraceable for several days, has been remanded to seven days of police custody. The CBI is also likely to take custody of Samarth Singh and is expected to conduct a detailed forensic examination of the house, including the room where Twisha was found dead.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Twisha's father alleges…</h2>&nbsp;Sharma's father alleged that her in-laws, including Giribala Singh, attempted to influence the case. The Supreme Court, which registered the matter suo motu, observed lapses in the handling of the case and directed the media to exercise restraint while reporting on it.

The MP High Court has advanced the hearing on pleas to cancel the anticipatory bail of retired judge Giribala Singh in the Twisha Sharma dowry death case.

Retired district judge Giribala Singh, accused in the dowry death of her daughter-in-law Twisha Sharma, is digging in for a legal battle with reports emerging Monday (May 25) that she may argue her own case before the Madhya Pradesh High Court as proceedings against her anticipatory bail reach a critical stage. The vacation bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court heard a petition seeking cancellation of the anticipatory bail granted to Giribala Singh, who is accused in the alleged dowry death case of her daughter-in-law. The petition was filed by Twisha's family, challenging the relief granted to Singh by a Bhopal sessions court. https://www.wionews.com/videos/supreme-court-to-hear-twisha-sharma-case-amid-allegations-of-bias-in-probe-1779687941011/embed Senior advocate Enosh George Carlo, who is representing Giribala Singh, was present at the high court and filed a vakalatnama (power of attorney for legal representation) on her behalf. This came amid reports that her lawyer had withdrawn from the case, a claim Carlo denied, confirming that he continues to represent the retired judge. Also read: Twisha Sharma death : SC says 'narrative being created, fair and independent investigation' required as case moves to CBI A single-judge bench of Justice Devnarayan Mishra heard Senior Advocate Siddharth Luthra, appearing along with Advocate Anurag Shrivastav for the victim's parents, seeking urgent consideration of the pleas. Luthra informed the court that two connected matters were listed, one filed by the state and another by the victim's parents, both assailing the anticipatory bail granted to Giribala Singh. Senior Advocate Nitya Ramakrishnan, appearing for Singh, submitted that the state's petition contained "wrong averments" and requested that the matter be listed on a short date. The court directed respondents to file their replies and fixed May 27 for further hearing. The pressure on Singh has been building for days. Bhopal Police Commissioner Sanjay Kumar stated that Singh was served three notices to join the investigation and record her statement, but failed to cooperate with investigators. Police have also formally moved the High Court seeking cancellation of her anticipatory bail. The case: The case stems from a tragedy earlier this month. Twisha Sharma, 33, was found hanging at her matrimonial home in Bhopal's Katara Hills area on May 12. After her family accused her in-laws of dowry harassment and abetment to suicide, police registered an FIR under sections related to dowry death and cruelty against husband Samarth Singh and mother-in-law Giribala Singh. Absconding husband surrenders: Twisha Sharma's husband, Samarth Singh, who surrendered before police after allegedly remaining untraceable for several days, has been remanded to seven days of police custody. The CBI is also likely to take custody of Samarth Singh and is expected to conduct a detailed forensic examination of the house, including the room where Twisha was found dead. Twisha's father alleges… Sharma's father alleged that her in-laws, including Giribala Singh, attempted to influence the case. The Supreme Court, which registered the matter suo motu, observed lapses in the handling of the case and directed the media to exercise restraint while reporting on it.

The MP High Court has advanced the hearing on pleas to cancel the anticipatory bail of retired judge Giribala Singh in the Twisha Sharma dowry death case.

Giribala Singh vows to fight case as bail battle intensifies in Twisha Sharma death

The Supreme Court is set to hear on Monday a suo motu case linked to the unnatural death of 32-year-old actor-model Twisha Sharma at her matrimonial home in Madhya Pradesh, amid serious allegations of procedural lapses, institutional bias and irregularities in the investigation.&nbsp;The matter has been registered as “In Re: Alleged institutional bias and procedural discrepancies in the unnatural death of a young girl at her matrimonial home” and will be heard by a bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, along with justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M. Pancholi.&nbsp;According to a person familiar with the development, the top court has taken cognisance of the case “based on media reports and other attending circumstances.”&nbsp;The case relates to Sharma’s death at her in-laws’ residence in Bhopal on May 12, just five months after her marriage to advocate Samarth Singh. Her family has accused Singh and his mother, retired district judge Giribala Singh, of dowry harassment, mental and physical torture, and murder. However, the accused side has denied the allegations, maintaining that she died by suicide.&nbsp;The matter has gained attention after questions were raised over the handling of forensic evidence, CCTV footage, delays in FIR registration, and allegations of external influence in the probe.&nbsp;On Wednesday, the National Commission for Women also took suo motu cognisance, calling the death “suspicious” and seeking a detailed action-taken report from local authorities.&nbsp;“According to media reports, Twisha Sharma died under suspicious circumstances just five months after her marriage. The victim's family has levelled serious allegations against her husband, Samar Singh, and mother-in-law, Giribala Singh, of dowry harassment, mental, and physical torture,” the commission said in a statement posted on X.&nbsp;On Saturday, a Bhopal court remanded Samarth Singh to seven days of police custody in connection with dowry death and harassment charges. The court also directed the seizure of his passport. Investigators are expected to question him regarding WhatsApp chats and other evidence linked to the case.&nbsp;The probe is currently being handled by a Special Investigation Team (SIT), which is examining multiple angles surrounding the death.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kerala-chief-electoral-officer-named-cm-secretary-bjp-accuses-rahul-gandhi-of-hypocrisy-1779551193261">Kerala Chief Electoral Officer named CM secretary; BJP accuses Rahul Gandhi of hypocrisy</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Madhya Pradesh government has approached the Jabalpur High Court seeking cancellation of the anticipatory bail granted to Giribala Singh. The matter, where Solicitor General Tushar Mehta is appearing for the state, is scheduled for a hearing on Monday.&nbsp;Separately, the High Court has ordered a second post-mortem to be conducted by a specialised AIIMS Delhi team, citing concerns over the first autopsy report and the need to ensure transparency. The procedure will also be videographed.&nbsp;Early reports have flagged possible inconsistencies in forensic handling, injury documentation, and the treatment of alleged ligature material, further intensifying scrutiny of the investigation.

The case has gained attention after questions were raised over the handling of forensic evidence, CCTV footage, delays in FIR registration, and allegations of external influence in the probe.

The Supreme Court is set to hear on Monday a suo motu case linked to the unnatural death of 32-year-old actor-model Twisha Sharma at her matrimonial home in Madhya Pradesh, amid serious allegations of procedural lapses, institutional bias and irregularities in the investigation. The matter has been registered as “In Re: Alleged institutional bias and procedural discrepancies in the unnatural death of a young girl at her matrimonial home” and will be heard by a bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, along with justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M. Pancholi. According to a person familiar with the development, the top court has taken cognisance of the case “based on media reports and other attending circumstances.” The case relates to Sharma’s death at her in-laws’ residence in Bhopal on May 12, just five months after her marriage to advocate Samarth Singh. Her family has accused Singh and his mother, retired district judge Giribala Singh, of dowry harassment, mental and physical torture, and murder. However, the accused side has denied the allegations, maintaining that she died by suicide. The matter has gained attention after questions were raised over the handling of forensic evidence, CCTV footage, delays in FIR registration, and allegations of external influence in the probe. On Wednesday, the National Commission for Women also took suo motu cognisance, calling the death “suspicious” and seeking a detailed action-taken report from local authorities. “According to media reports, Twisha Sharma died under suspicious circumstances just five months after her marriage. The victim's family has levelled serious allegations against her husband, Samar Singh, and mother-in-law, Giribala Singh, of dowry harassment, mental, and physical torture,” the commission said in a statement posted on X. On Saturday, a Bhopal court remanded Samarth Singh to seven days of police custody in connection with dowry death and harassment charges. The court also directed the seizure of his passport. Investigators are expected to question him regarding WhatsApp chats and other evidence linked to the case. The probe is currently being handled by a Special Investigation Team (SIT), which is examining multiple angles surrounding the death. Also Read: Kerala Chief Electoral Officer named CM secretary; BJP accuses Rahul Gandhi of hypocrisy Meanwhile, the Madhya Pradesh government has approached the Jabalpur High Court seeking cancellation of the anticipatory bail granted to Giribala Singh. The matter, where Solicitor General Tushar Mehta is appearing for the state, is scheduled for a hearing on Monday. Separately, the High Court has ordered a second post-mortem to be conducted by a specialised AIIMS Delhi team, citing concerns over the first autopsy report and the need to ensure transparency. The procedure will also be videographed. Early reports have flagged possible inconsistencies in forensic handling, injury documentation, and the treatment of alleged ligature material, further intensifying scrutiny of the investigation.

The case has gained attention after questions were raised over the handling of forensic evidence, CCTV footage, delays in FIR registration, and allegations of external influence in the probe.

SC to hear Twisha Sharma death case on Monday over alleged probe irregularities

The mysterious death of Twisha Sharma in Bhopal took another dramatic turn on Friday (May 22) after her husband, Samarth Singh, told the Madhya Pradesh High Court that he was willing to surrender in the case while also seeking protection regarding his bail plea. Appearing before the court, Singh’s counsel submitted that his client was ready to withdraw his anticipatory bail petition and surrender before the trial court. However, he requested the High Court to direct the lower court to hear and decide his bail application on the very same day. The case has sparked outrage after Sharma, a woman in her 30s originally from Noida, was found dead on May 12 at her matrimonial home in Bhopal’s Bagh Mugalia Extension area.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-we-can-get-you-killed-even-in-america-cockroach-janata-party-founder-shares-alarming-death-threat-messages-1779437275390">'We can get you murdered even in America': Cockroach Janata Party founder shares alarming death threat messages</a><h2>Second autopsy ordered in Twisha Sharma's death case</h2>While the initial post-mortem suggested death by hanging, Sharma’s family has consistently alleged foul play. They claimed she had earlier informed them about being assaulted by her husband and pointed to visible injury marks found on her body.In a major development, the Madhya Pradesh High Court ordered a second post-mortem examination of Sharma’s body. According to reports, Justice Avanindra Kumar Singh directed that the fresh autopsy be conducted by a team of doctors from AIIMS New Delhi. The procedure, however, will take place in Bhopal itself, with authorities arranging a special flight to bring the medical experts to the city.The first post-mortem report had concluded that Sharma died due to "antemortem hanging by ligature." At the same time, it also recorded multiple simple injuries caused by blunt force trauma on different parts of the body, something the family says raises serious questions.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/cockroach-janata-party-founder-reacts-to-pakistan-followers-claim-says-i-know-you-are-desperately-trying-to-1779436144996">Cockroach Janata Party founder reacts to 'Pakistan followers' claim, says ‘I know you are desperately trying to...’</a>Twisha Sharma’s relatives had earlier approached a local court demanding a second autopsy, alleging discrepancies in the first examination conducted at AIIMS Bhopal. But a Judicial Magistrate First Class had rejected that request earlier this week, observing that minor procedural lapses alone were not enough grounds for ordering a fresh post-mortem.<h2>CBI to probe case</h2>Meanwhile, the Madhya Pradesh government has recommended a CBI investigation into the case. Police had registered an FIR against Samarth Singh and another accused, Giribala Singh, under provisions related to cruelty, dowry harassment, and common intention under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Dowry Prohibition Act.

Twisha Sharma death case: Samarth Singh, the absconding husband of Twisha Sharma has offered to surrender. This comes as the MP High Court ordered a second post-mortem by AIIMS Delhi doctors.

The mysterious death of Twisha Sharma in Bhopal took another dramatic turn on Friday (May 22) after her husband, Samarth Singh, told the Madhya Pradesh High Court that he was willing to surrender in the case while also seeking protection regarding his bail plea. Appearing before the court, Singh’s counsel submitted that his client was ready to withdraw his anticipatory bail petition and surrender before the trial court. However, he requested the High Court to direct the lower court to hear and decide his bail application on the very same day. The case has sparked outrage after Sharma, a woman in her 30s originally from Noida, was found dead on May 12 at her matrimonial home in Bhopal’s Bagh Mugalia Extension area. Also read | 'We can get you murdered even in America': Cockroach Janata Party founder shares alarming death threat messages Second autopsy ordered in Twisha Sharma's death case While the initial post-mortem suggested death by hanging, Sharma’s family has consistently alleged foul play. They claimed she had earlier informed them about being assaulted by her husband and pointed to visible injury marks found on her body. In a major development, the Madhya Pradesh High Court ordered a second post-mortem examination of Sharma’s body. According to reports, Justice Avanindra Kumar Singh directed that the fresh autopsy be conducted by a team of doctors from AIIMS New Delhi. The procedure, however, will take place in Bhopal itself, with authorities arranging a special flight to bring the medical experts to the city. The first post-mortem report had concluded that Sharma died due to "antemortem hanging by ligature." At the same time, it also recorded multiple simple injuries caused by blunt force trauma on different parts of the body, something the family says raises serious questions. Also read | Cockroach Janata Party founder reacts to 'Pakistan followers' claim, says ‘I know you are desperately trying to...’ Twisha Sharma’s relatives had earlier approached a local court demanding a second autopsy, alleging discrepancies in the first examination conducted at AIIMS Bhopal. But a Judicial Magistrate First Class had rejected that request earlier this week, observing that minor procedural lapses alone were not enough grounds for ordering a fresh post-mortem. CBI to probe case Meanwhile, the Madhya Pradesh government has recommended a CBI investigation into the case. Police had registered an FIR against Samarth Singh and another accused, Giribala Singh, under provisions related to cruelty, dowry harassment, and common intention under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Dowry Prohibition Act.

Twisha Sharma death case: Samarth Singh, the absconding husband of Twisha Sharma, has offered to surrender. This comes as the MP High Court ordered a second post-mortem by AIIMS Delhi doctors.

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