Panaji:
The Goa police have told a court that there is enough evidence that Tehelka founder Tarun Tejpal admitted to raping his colleague at a five-star hotel in November. In its charge-sheet filed before a magistrate, police cited proof that Mr Tejpal "admitted commission of rape" in documents, including emails to the woman, and other statements.
Here are the highlights:
This is the first case registered by Crime Branch of Goa Policein which the amended sections of laws on crime against women
2846 page chargesheet including annexures. Whole chargesheet in 12 volumes. Statements of 152 people recorded
The special public prosecutor is going to request trial judge to carry out the hearing of the case on a day-to-day basis
Civil society came up voluntarily to offer information
Express deep gratitude of the crime branch of Delhi Police and Mumbai police for the professional courtesies extended
We will try to complete trial within 60 days as per new rules
We got a reply from the attorney of Robert De Niro. He hasn't been able to give a response as he is traveling