The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal to surrender within two weeks after rejecting his request for exemption from surrendering in connection with the 2013 sexual assault case. The court said his appeal against the conviction and 10-year prison sentence would be listed for hearing on September 22 if he submits...
Former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal has been convicted in connection with a 2013 rape case, bringing a major development in one of the most closely watched criminal trials involving a prominent figure from India’s media industry. The verdict was delivered after years of legal proceedings that examined allegations, witness statements, and evidence presented before the...