SC to hear plea against journalists favouring AgustaWestland deal

NewDelhi: The Supreme Court today decided to hear the plea, seeking an SIT probe against some journalists for writing in favour of AugustaWestland deal, after being purportedly paid by the company. The Apex Court sought response from CBI and Enforcement Directorate on the PIL, filed by one Hari Jaisingh, alleging that journalists were paid off Rs 50 crore, for writing in favour of the deal.

CBI, so far, has not been even able to ascertain the exact amount of money allegedly paid to SP Tyagi, the main accused in the AugustaWestland case. A bench headed by Justice Dipak Misra and also comprising Justice Arun Mishra, decided to hear the matter. (UNI)