The Bombay High Court's Goa bench has convicted former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal in the 2013 Goa sexual assault case, overturning his 2021 acquittal by a sessions court. After the conviction, Tejpal personally appealed to the court for leniency, saying, "I believe I am a victim." Outside court, he also alleged that the case was driven by political vendetta and claimed he was being targeted because of Tehelka's investigative reporting. The Goa government had challenged the 2021 acquittal, arguing that the trial court failed to properly appreciate key evidence, including an apology email. The High Court is now hearing arguments on the quantum of sentence.

A tourist speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members capsized near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam, triggering a major search and rescue operation. The boat overturned near Hon May Rut Ngoai while travelling towards An Thoi Port, throwing everyone on board into the sea. Nearby tourist boats rushed to assist, while Vietnamese rescue teams launched an extensive operation. Reports indicate that several passengers were trapped inside the overturned vessel.