News as Culture
Journalistic Practices and the Remaking of Indian Leadership Traditions
- 238 pages
- 9 hours of reading
The book examines the transformation of Indian journalism at the turn of the millennium, highlighting the impact of commercialization and increased literacy on the newspaper market. It explores how journalists and informants collaboratively shape political action and consciousness, focusing on both English and Hindi news production. By analyzing the interactions during the news-making process, it reveals how these dynamics influence political imagery and leadership. Additionally, it discusses journalists' roles in urban society and how citizens engage with news discourse, reflecting their ideas and aspirations.
