Authorities in Goa are seeking a life sentence for former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal in connection with a 2013 rape case. This request comes as India Today has obtained a copy of the plea filed in the Supreme Court. Tejpal was initially acquitted by the Bombay High Court in May 2021, but this decision was later overturned by the Supreme Court in May 2022, ordering a fresh trial. The prosecution is now arguing for the maximum penalty, citing the severity of the crime and its impact. Tejpal remains out on bail as the case progresses through the legal system. The Supreme Court is currently reviewing the case and will determine the appropriate course of action, including sentencing considerations. This development marks a significant escalation in the legal battle surrounding the high-profile case.