The fate of the controversy-ridden ThinkFest, an annual high-brow conference organized in a Goa resort by Tehelka where Tejpal is alleged to have assaulted his junior colleague twice, could now hang in balance, with the tourism minister saying the state government may not give the event the nod this year.

"We will not allow it if such activities are happening. There are other complaints about the conference too," Minister Dilip Parulekar said.

The media clamour outside the trial court building where the victim was deposing before the magistrate attracted the police ire.

DIG O P Mishra warned that criminal action would be taken against television mediapersons if they harassed the victim or revealed her identity.

"Violating the dignity of the victim is a cognizable offence. I will not hesitate to take action," Mishra said, refusing to address the daily media conference until cameras put up outside the court were not moved.