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Listen to a live radio program and note its structure, tone, and language. Analyze the script’s flow, word choice, use of pauses/music/sound effects, and engagement tactics. Write a 500-word critique evaluating strengths/weaknesses and suggesting improvements for audience engagement.

MJM-022: Writing and Editing for Print Media – Full Assignment with Questions and Answer Links (2025)

Choose a major social or political trend in India (e.g., the rise of electric vehicles, mobile banking growth, or women’s participation in elections). Research key milestones, policy changes, and public adoption rates over time. Design a timeline infographic that visually explains the evolution of the trend.

Timeline Infographic Report: Rise of Electric Vehicles (EVs) in India Trend Selected: Electric Vehicles (EVs) Introduction India’s transition to electric mobility is a major social, technological, and environmental shift. The push for EVs has been driven by growing concerns about air pollution, fuel import bills, and climate change. This report traces the evolution of the

Choose a major social or political trend in India (e.g., the rise of electric vehicles, mobile banking growth, or women’s participation in elections). Research key milestones, policy changes, and public adoption rates over time. Design a timeline infographic that visually explains the evolution of the trend. Read More »

Identify a person in your community who has an inspiring story (e.g., a local entrepreneur, artist, social activist, or craftsman). Conduct an interview with them to understand their background, challenges, and achievements. Write a magazine-style profile capturing their journey in a storytelling format.

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Profile Feature: Sita Devi – Stitching Dreams from a One-Room House in Bihar Byline: A local woman’s inspiring journey from poverty to becoming a self-made entrepreneur Introduction In a small, tin-roofed house in the heart of Muzaffarpur, Bihar, the sound of sewing machines buzzes throughout the day. Sita Devi, a 42-year-old self-taught tailor, has become

Identify a person in your community who has an inspiring story (e.g., a local entrepreneur, artist, social activist, or craftsman). Conduct an interview with them to understand their background, challenges, and achievements. Write a magazine-style profile capturing their journey in a storytelling format. Read More »

Develop a news pitch for an in-depth investigation into the environmental consequences of rapid urbanization in your region. Outline the key issues, possible data sources, expert interviews, and how the story can be structured to highlight both challenges and solutions. Justify its relevance and impact.

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News Pitch: Environmental Impact of Rapid Urbanization in Gurugram, Haryana Proposed Title: “Concrete Jungle: How Gurugram’s Urban Boom Is Choking Its Environment” Pitch Summary Gurugram, once a quiet agricultural region, has transformed into one of India’s fastest-growing urban hubs. With skyscrapers, shopping malls, and luxury apartments rising rapidly, the city is facing massive environmental degradation.

Develop a news pitch for an in-depth investigation into the environmental consequences of rapid urbanization in your region. Outline the key issues, possible data sources, expert interviews, and how the story can be structured to highlight both challenges and solutions. Justify its relevance and impact. Read More »

Write an editorial on the increasing regulation of social media in India. Examine the challenges of balancing free speech with preventing misinformation and hate speech. Provide arguments on how regulations can be structured to ensure both security and democratic discourse.

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Introduction Social media has revolutionized communication in India, becoming a space for political debate, community building, and even activism. However, its increasing misuse for spreading misinformation, hate speech, and coordinated disinformation campaigns has raised serious concerns. As a result, the government has begun tightening regulations. This editorial explores the challenges of balancing free speech with

Write an editorial on the increasing regulation of social media in India. Examine the challenges of balancing free speech with preventing misinformation and hate speech. Provide arguments on how regulations can be structured to ensure both security and democratic discourse. Read More »

Pick up a physical copy of a widely-read newspaper and select one hard news article and one soft news article from the same edition. Read both carefully and analyze their writing styles, structure, and tone.

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Introduction Hard news and soft news serve distinct roles in journalism, reflecting different styles, tones, and content objectives. Hard news delivers timely, factual, and often urgent information, while soft news offers background, human interest, or entertainment value. For this analysis, we’ll compare two articles from the same edition of The Times of India (Delhi edition,

Pick up a physical copy of a widely-read newspaper and select one hard news article and one soft news article from the same edition. Read both carefully and analyze their writing styles, structure, and tone. Read More »

MJM-021: Reporting Techniques – Full Assignment with Questions and Answer Links (2025)

Watch two episodes from an Indian web series on platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Hotstar. Compare how storytelling, character representation, and production quality differ from traditional Bollywood films or TV serials. Additionally, speak to at least one regular OTT viewer to understand how their viewing habits have changed

Select a recent incident where media coverage has either fueled or mitigated religious tensions in India. Examine how different media outlets approached the issue, the role of social media in shaping narratives, and the ethical responsibilities of journalists in such situations.