Journalism, a much sought-after profession these days, is really a challenging task which demands ready wit, deep understanding of society and social issues, and all the more of mankind and humanity in particular. Again, 'News' is a vital product which media presents before it audience. This book gives a categorical account of News, which is described under thirteen chapters. CONTENTS . Introduction . Types of News . Different Facets . News Channel . News Reporting . Making a News . News Organisation . News Promoters . News Items . News Selection . Development News . Editing of News; etc. A dependable reference book for students and professionals in the field.

Editing is a responsibility shared by many people on a newspaper. Beginning with a reporter's polishing a story before turning, it ends when final errors are corrected just before the edition goes to press even afterwards if deadline permit. This book concentrates its focus on the art of editing, discusses fundamentals, styles and various types of editing in a coherent way. An ideal companion for all professional in the field. CONTENTS . Introduction . The Fundamentals . Editorial Policy . Leader Writing . Basic Editing . Style in Editing . Art of Expression . Subbing Techniques . Significance of Punctuation . Editing the News . Script Preparation . The Processes . Editing a Journal . Proceeding Editing . Reference Editing . Reporting to Editing . Art and Craft . Future Prospects; etc.

The world is developing at a fast pace, with new inventions in science and technology, almost everyday. The curiosity of man to know is satisfied by the media which is the means of mass communication. Media casts its impact on our life in all spheres like-social, economic, political, educational, religio-cultural etc. Media plays vital role in bringing awareness about official policies and programmes. Thus, in the present 21st century, mass communication through media possesses great significance. This work in five volumes contains valuable encyclopaedic information regarding mass communication, covering diverse aspects like-theory, practice, history, functions, types and its vital role as professional and practical discipline. Details of the Volumes . Introduction of Mass Communication . History of Mass Communication . Theory of Mass Communication . Practical Mass Communication . Professional Mass Communication

History of Indian media dates back to the mid-nineteenth century. Our press has gone through many a development and changed its fortunes frequently, till a new decades back. Before and after the Independence, there had been some attempts to thwart the freedom of the press and to bring it into the fold of vested interests. The press in independent India underwent a worst experience during the emergency period. However, it withstood the testing time, re-emerged, got purified and became more sophisticated and attained a world-class status. This study evolves a critical view on media from its very origin, till date. This book would definitely interesting reading and it can further be used for reference purpose. The entire information is gathered under nine chapters viz. free Media; Responsive Media; Moral Bindings, Implemented Codes; Moral Laws; Code of Ethics; Law in Force; Role of Law; and Self- controlled Organisation. Besides academic worth, this book will serve the purpose of professionals and policy planners in the field.