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1. Tejpal's rape conviction bid to silence him over investigative reporting: Daughter

Tejpal's rape conviction bid to silence him over investigative reporting: Daughter

Tejpal's rape conviction bid to silence him over investigative reporting: Daughter Tejpal's rape conviction bid to silence him over investigative reporting: Daughter Cara Tejpal has defended her father after the Bombay High Court convicted him in the 2013 Goa rape case. Her statement has reignited the political and media debate around the long-running case. Former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal's daughter, Cara Tejpal, on Saturday linked his conviction by the Bombay High Court in a 2013 rape case to the magazine's investigative journalism, alleging that he was targeted and that the allegation was used to "silence" him. The high court on Thursday convicted the 62-year-old journalist of raping a junior colleague inside a hotel elevator during an event organised by the magazine in Goa, allowing an appeal filed by the Goa government against his acquittal. In a statement, Cara Tejpal said she stood by her father and did not care if she was called a "rape apologist" or the "child of a rapist". She said she had examined the evidence in the case for 13 years and was convinced that her father was innocent. Seeking to link the case to Tehelka's investigative reporting and the controversies around the magazine's reports on corruption and alleged wrongdoing by those in power, she said, "Tarun Tejpal was more than a thorn in the side of the BJP government, and what better way to silence him than to portray him as the most reviled of all sinners-a rapist." Cara Tejpal said, "I was 23 years old when my father was arrested. I was 31 when he was acquitted, and today, at 36, I stand by him as he is convicted by the Bombay High Court on the basis of a false allegation of rape filed suo moto by the state of Goa." She also said she had initially been "terrified of speaking the truth" when her father was arrested and that the media coverage around the case had…

2. Man performs tantrik ritual with Chief Justice's pic to get bail for relative

Man performs tantrik ritual with Chief Justice's pic to get bail for relative Man performs tantrik ritual with Chhattisgarh Chief Justice's pic to get bail for relative Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur Police

3. India’s markets have strong domestic cushion, but global risks loom: Sebi

India’s markets have strong domestic cushion, but global risks loom: Sebi

India’s markets have strong domestic cushion, but global risks loom: Sebi India’s economic momentum is set to have domestic strength on its side in 2026-27, but global risks may keep the pressure on. In its annual report 2025-26, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) said that resilient economic fundamentals are expected to support financial markets, while geopolitical uncertainty, high commodity prices and volatile foreign capital flows could continue to weigh on the outlook, Sebi’s assessment comes after a challenging year for Indian equities. The Nifty 50 and broader indices declined by around 14% in US dollar terms during 2025-26, as sustained foreign portfolio investor (FPI) selling, rupee depreciation, valuation concerns and slower earnings growth weighed on the market. Globally, Middle East conflict added to the pressure. However, despite the difficult market conditions, domestic institutional investors, particularly mutual funds, provided a significant cushion through strong investment flows. Strong domestic economy provides support The broader economy remained resilient in 2025-26 despite the difficult global backdrop, the report said. Robust domestic demand, government capital expenditure and the services sector were among the factors supporting economic activity. Real GDP growth was estimated at 7.7% during the year, compared with 7.1% in the previous year.

4. Trump forces US oil billionaire to exit Venezuela

Trump forces US oil billionaire to exit Venezuela The Trump administration is dialling up pressure on Florida oil magnate and Republican Party donor Harry Sargeant III to divest from Venezuela. The tr

5. Kochi Water Metro set to boost service frequency with 15 new ferries

Kochi Water Metro set to boost service frequency with 15 new ferries

Kochi Water Metro set to boost service frequency with 15 new ferries Kochi Water Metro Limited (KWML) will shortly award the tender for the procurement of 15 electric boats that will help increase service frequency on the popular High Court–Fort Kochi and Vyttila–Kakkanad routes. Apart from Fort Kochi and Kakkanad, some of the 15 new ferries will also be deployed to connect the mainland with Edakochi, Kadamakudy, Kumbalam, and Thevara. “The induction of new vessels would help connect more islands with mainland Kochi. We decided to opt for electric ferries after gaining confidence from operating the electric-hybrid ones for over three years,” said Sajan P. At present, KWML operates 20 electric-hybrid ferries in the Greater Kochi area. Once 15 more ferries are inducted, the number of Water Metro ferries in operation in the region will rise to 38, with three more from the first batch expected to join the fleet in the coming months. The pre-bid meetings have concluded, and the qualified firms will submit their bids by Monday (August 10). Each electric ferry will be able to carry 100 passengers. “The induction of more ferries will enable KWML to operate a ferry every 10 minutes during peak hours on the Fort Kochi and Kakkanad routes, compared with the current frequency of one ferry every 15 to 20 minutes. To facilitate the increased frequency, more floating pontoons will be installed at the Vyttila and High Court terminals, as well as at the South Chittoor ferry terminal,” Mr.

1. Sushil Sharma vs. Union of India (UOI) and Ors. (06.08.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0815/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the appeal by Sushil Sharma against the Union of India, challenging his compulsory retirement from the Central Industrial Security Force. The core issue was whethe

2. Mukkera Venkata Ratnam and Ors. vs. Vantasala China Venkateswarlu and Ors. (06.08.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0814/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether the Civil Court in Telangana had jurisdiction over a partition suit involving non-tribal parties in a Scheduled Area. The appellants, Mukkera Venkata Ratna

3. Commissioner of Service Tax, Chennai vs. Diebold Systems (P) Ltd. (06.08.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0813/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether service tax could be levied on the installation and commissioning component of turnkey contracts executed by Diebold Systems (P) Ltd. with banks for supply

4. Kavitha Kuruganti vs. Pepsico India Holdings Pvt. Ltd. (05.08.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0812/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the dispute between Kavitha Kuruganti and Pepsico India Holdings Pvt. Ltd. concerning the application of Section 39(1)(iv) of the Protection of Plant Varieties and

5. Karan Chettri and Ors. vs. State of Sikkim (20.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0810/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the appeal by Karan Chettri and others against the High Court of Sikkim's decision, which upheld their conviction under Section 376D and Section 450 read with Sect

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