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Top 10 controversial people in 2013

Nerw Delhi: The year 2013 saw huge controversies from a young starlet's mysterious death to MMS scandals or sexual harassment at work places. Spiritual gurus, editors, retired judges, actors were found involved in cases of

India TV News Desk Updated on: December 19, 2013 7:07 IST
2. Tarun Tejpal




The latest in the list is Tarun J Tejpal  who is an Indian journalist, publisher, novelist, philanthropist and former editor-in-chief of Tehelka magazine.

He stepped down as editor for six months after a woman colleague accused him of sexual assault in November 2013.

He has been accused of sexually assaulting a young journalist twice in a hotelduring the Think Fest in Goa.

This news received intense public attention and media scrutiny especially because Tejpal is Known for his sting operations and he had exposed bribes taken by army officers and politicians during NDA rule in 2001.

He and his magazine had previously been involved in highlighting the issue of sexual violence in India,including in a special issue on the topic in February of the year.

The man who was once known for exposing the harsh reality of society, painted a black mark on his own image through his wrongdoings.

Goa police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) which lists charges, including rape, against him.

A non-bailable warrant has been issued against him by the Goa Police.


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