SC refuses to quash initial FIRs against Goswami

NEW DELHI: SC refuses to transfer probe to CBI in FIRs lodged against Republic TV Editor in-Chief Arnab Goswami for news show on Palghar mob-lynching.
SC refuses to quash initial FIRs against Goswami lodged in connection with April 21 news show on Palghar mob-lynching case.
SC asks Goswami to seek quashing of FIR before competent courts, protects him from coercive action for next 3-weeks.
Journalistic freedom lies at the core of freedom of speech and expression, says SC. (agencies)