2013 Rape Cae: SC Refuses to Suspend Tarun Tejpal’s Sentence
A bench of Justices M M Sundresh and Prasanna B Varale said it was not inclined to grant interim relief as Tejpal challenges his conviction.
- On Thursday, the Supreme Court refused to suspend former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal's 10-year prison sentence, declining his application for interim relief during the Diwali period.
- The Bombay High Court convicted Tejpal of rape on August 6, overturning a trial court acquittal five years earlier related to a 2013 incident in Goa.
- Justices M M Sundresh and Prasanna B Varale heard the application, with lawyer Sibal arguing, "If he wants to take time, he can take time. But let him come out during Diwali."
- The court is also considering a separate plea from Goa Police seeking to enhance Tejpal's 10-year term while remaining uninclined to grant him relief.
- Challenging the Bombay High Court's decision, Tejpal moved the Supreme Court on August 20 and has maintained he is a victim of political vendetta.
19 Articles
19 Articles
SC refuses to suspend Tarun Tejpal's sentence in 2013 rape case
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday, November 6, refused to suspend the 10-year sentence handed down to journalist Tarun Tejpal in a 2013 rape case. A bench of justices M M Sundresh and Prasanna B Varale passed the order while hearing Tejpal’s application seeking suspension of sentence. The bench, after hearing the submissions advanced … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories…
No Diwali relief for Tarun Tejpal as Supreme Court rejects interim bail plea in rape case
The Supreme Court has denied interim bail to former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal for Diwali and refused to suspend his 10-year sentence in the 2013 Goa rape case. Tejpal had challenged the Bombay High Court's conviction.
Supreme Court Refuses To Suspend Tarun Tejpal's Rape Sentence
The Supreme Court has refused to suspend the 10-year sentence of journalist Tarun Tejpal in a 2013 rape case. This decision follows the Bombay High Court's conviction on August 6, which overturned a previous acquittal. Tejpal had challenged the high court's order.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 75% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
