By: Deeksha Pandey, BMM Student of SJMC Sem.-1st School of Journalism & Mass Communication Every year , May 3 , is observed as a ‘World Press Freedom Day’ or in other words ‘World Press day’ declared by the United Nations General Assembly. Media is the fourth pillar of democracy and it should have the freedom, it deserves. According to UNESCO, this day is to respect the commitment, hard work and dedication of every journalist who works day and night , risk their lives to provide the right information, to strengthen the democracy,to drive a change in society, and to be the voice of the public and this day also works as a reminder to the government to not pressurize media and provide them the freedom of expression which they deserve . This is the day when we appreciate the hardships faced by the journalists and every person related to the media including reporters , camerapersons , editors, photojournalists etc and also remember the journalists who gave their lives in the aim of truth. They risk their lives and brave every challenge and stormwith an ease. World Press Day, 2021, is based on the theme ‘Information as a public good’ which underlines the importance of verified and reliable information. Every journalist aims to provide the right information in every household.In the year, 2020, when pandemic hit almost every country and the lockdown was imposed , journalists worked hard as frontline workers during the pandemic and are continuing to do so now in the midst of the second outbreak of Covid-19 which is horrifying in some countries like India. Whether a storm hits or the universe ends , nothing can ever stop a journalist to fulfill its duties.
Month: May 2021
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May 5, 2021By: SAKSHI SINGH, BMM Student of SJMC Sem.-3rd School of Journalism & Mass Communication The year 2020 has been a crucial year for everyone. The year was finding happiness even on your bad days. Rules changed for everyone I mean who can think of world being in a lockdown, online classes, work from home and so many more things. As time passed things started getting normal which we can refer as “New Normal” . As time passes things started getting normal like people started going office with some rules and regulations, markets started getting open but on the other hand there are students who can’t go to school and college as the time is not right yet to open school and colleges. Students are now somewhere hoping that they can go to school and college as before but somewhere they are used to online classes now. As we all know board exams are near and this time is very precious for them. The year is unusual and online preparation are somewhere hard but teachers are doing 100% and grabbing every opportunity to make the most of it. Teachers are doing there part and students are also trying to do their part. This period of time every student should the make most of it. Somewhere this is the best opportunity as students are in their houses they can focus, and can give their best of their ability. On the other hand this is a situation where students can take things lightly as the the things are restricted to online classes. Board exams are very important part of any students life as it decides their future as said but grab every opportunity that comes in your way and you can the make the most of it. And lastly, Do revisions Practice previous year question...
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May 5, 2021By: Shreya Mathur, BMM Student of SJMC Sem.-3rd School of Journalism & Mass Communication In today’s world, social acceptance has become so crucial in an individual’s life that even his/her self-assessment does not hold any value. All that matters now is to be socially accepted. Wherever we saw today, in any corner of the world or in any industry, people have created their own typical stereotypes to fit in. A burning topic which is at peak nowadays which have shown clearly how the society or the so called glamour industry is making their own norms to accept a particular individual in their industry is Bollywood Nepotism, Nepotism can be defined as the act of using power or influence unethically to get the near and dear ones a good work and a good job. Nepotism in Bollywood is not a new phenomenon but something which has become a hot topic recently only when a Bollywood actress Kangna Ranaut labeled filmmaker Karan Johar the ‘FLAG BEARER’ of Nepotism in an interview. Kangana even called Karan Johar ‘snooty and intolerant’ towards outsiders who do not have any such Godfather in Film industry. It is a bitter truth of Bollywood that Nepotism has gone so far in this industry that actors who are really talented are sidelined as the first priorities are always given to the favorite ones or the star kids. And the worst part is if that outsider tries to raise his/her voice against such awful action then he/she is either suppressed or threatened in an ill manner. Many outsiders have become the victim of such actions in the industry, but who cares!!! It is also said that there is certain lobby in the B Town which is also known as the Privilege Club consisting members like who have a filmy background...