Editors Guild demands inquiry in death of Mumbai-based journalist
New Delhi (PTI): The Editors Guild of India on Saturday urged the management of a daily newspaper in Mumbai to conduct a "fair and transparent" inquiry into the allegations related to the death of journalist Satish Nandgaonkar.
In a statement, the Guild said it was "extremely saddened" to learn about the untimely death of Nandgaonkar and extended its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.
"The Guild's attention has also been drawn to several statements that have been issued in recent days relating to Nandgaonkar's demise. The Guild urges the management of the concerned news organisation to conduct a fair and transparent inquiry into the allegations," the statement said.
It said the Guild has always stood for fostering a conducive work environment in every newsroom, and reiterates that relationships among colleagues must be based on fairness and mutual respect.
The Guild said it was working to update the Code of Ethics for working journalists and editors with a view to tackling ever-evolving challenges.
It also called upon the managements of all news organisations to ensure the well-being of its journalists.
"Every journalist deserves a fair hearing and fair play," the Guild said.
Nandgaonkar passed away in Mumbai on February 28.
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KKR defeat LSG via Super Over
Lucknow (PTI): Kolkata Knight Riders edged Lucknow Super Giants via Super Overs in a battle between two bottom-placed teams in the IPL, here on Sunday.
Chasing a modest 156, LSG suffered a batting collapse and managed to tie the contest and take it to Super Over with No. 9 Mohammed Shami striking a last-ball six against a wayward Kartik Tyagi, who leaked 16 runs in the final over.
But Sunil Narine bowled a stunning Super Over conceding just one run and taking two wickets to give KKR an easy target.
Rinku Singh then finished the chase with a boundary off first ball from Prince Yadav.
Earlier the KKR were in deep trouble with 93/7 in 15 overs but Rinku smashed a sensational 83 not out from 51 balls including four sixes in a row in the final over to lift them to 155/7.
Cameron Green (34) was the only other batter to reach double-digit scores as KKR suffered a familiar batting meltdown with Mohsin taking his maiden fifer.
In reply, LSG continued their dismal show with the bat to succumb to their fifth loss in a row.
Brief Scores:
Kolkata Knight Riders 155/7; 20 overs (Rinku Singh 83 not out, Cameron Green 34; Mohsin Khan 5/23). Lucknow Super Giants 155/8; 20 overs (Rishabh Pant 42). KKR won via Super Over.
