Shillong, July 17 -- A court in Meghalaya's Shillong has reserved its order on the bail application of an Indore-based property dealer, Shilome James, who was arrested in connection with the murder of Raja Raghuvanshi in Sohra, officials said on Thursday.

The bail plea, filed by James' counsel Devesh Sharma, was heard on Wednesday and opposed by Public Prosecutor Tushar Chanda, according to court officials. The court has reserved its decision following the hearing.

Police said items recovered from James' possession include gold ornaments belonging to Sonam, the wife of the deceased, and a firearm. Investigators also stated that a rented flat managed by James was allegedly used by Sonam to stay after returning to Indore from Meghalaya. ...