Members of every profession tend to aggrandize themselves, and attempt to portray themselves as the basis for everything. Lawyers, Doctors and Engineers all fall victim to this trend. But a singular group of people that stand ahead of these professionals are the self-proclaimed 'guardians of democracy', Journalists. Their arrogance and obsession with the greatness of their… Continue reading The civilizing mission of our journalists
Tag: Media
Stereotyping dissidents
The politics of political correctness is inhibiting debate
On Media and Activism (Part II)
An Article that examines the role of media after the advent of the internet.
On media and activism
An article on the role of media activism and the need to rethink the role of media in democracy.
Free Speech: Examination of two recent scenarios
An examination/commentary on two recent instances which show us the limits to free speech.
Journalism, Ethics and the Media.
Some thoughts on a recent non-disclosure by a leading Newspaper and the reaction of the Journalist in question on Social Media. A preliminary basis for a future open letter. Watch this space. The role that media has in a democracy is of utmost importance. The media what holds the Government, The politicians and indeed, the… Continue reading Journalism, Ethics and the Media.
How the Chhit is funded
Since The Wire has transparently displayed their source of funding, I have decided to do the same for my Blog: The Foundation for Independent (Non-Spin, Non- aligned, Non-Partisan, Pro- Communist) Blogging that publishes The Chhit, is pleased to announce the receipt of Rs 1.95 rupees from the Independent and Public Spirited Blogging Foundation (aka CPI(M)) in the… Continue reading How the Chhit is funded
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