Tag Archives: responsibility

New guidelines for Indian media

Image via Wikipedia Following what happened on Mumbai on November 26, 2008, there was widespread anger on the irresponsible way some TV news channels handled the crisis. The media defended its stand with various kinds of replies, some more aggressive … Continue reading

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A small victory against our MSM

Post the NDTV ruckus that rocked the Indian blogosphere a few days ago, many of us attempted to get a reaction out of our esteemed mainstream media. I emailed Barkha Dutt, requesting her comments on the matter. I am still … Continue reading

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Two deaths – A love story

The worst lies are the lies we tell ourselves. We live in denial of what we do, even what we think. We do this because we’re afraid. We fear we will not find love, and when we find it we … Continue reading

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Open letter to the media

Dear mass media of my country. I know you are analytical & highly educated people, and have my best interests at heart. But you are also blind. Allow me to explain. A band of murderers pops out of nowhere and … Continue reading

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Losing my rights

When we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves. – Confucius There is a story about a boy whose parents took him to the sage-poet Thiruvalluvar because he had too much of a weakness … Continue reading

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