Radio is referred to as a blind medium, relying on writing for the ear. Identify and explain the key differences in writing news for a newspaper versus a news bulletin for the radio. Prepare a brief (3 minute) radio news bulletin to cover three of the most important headlines of the last seven days.

Examine critically the concept of Media Imperialism as it relates to the algorithms of Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Instagram and X). Are social media platforms building a global village of shared ideas and values, or are they imposing Western values and worldviews on Indians? Consider this in terms of the flow of information (Center to Periphery vs. Multi-directional flow).

Media can serve two purposes in the area of development: as a watchdog and as a partner. Discuss how media can be used to promote the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). How can media in India progress from event reporting (reporting a disaster) to process reporting (reporting on the long-term changes and processes), so that it can become a more effective partner ins achieving the SDGs?

Discuss why Community Radio is important to providing Alternative Media in rural India. Provide a case study of a Community Radio Station (for example, Sangham Radio, Radio Bundelkhand, or one near you), and how this radio station empowers local communities to produce their own media.

Use the concepts of Stereotype and Archetype to analyze and critique the representation of Senior Citizens ('Elderly') or Persons with Disabilities in Indian television commercials or movies. Is the representation empowering and/or does it reflect an agency, or does it emphasize dependency and pity?

Pick a controversial news the past six months (a political debate, social protest, or policy decision) and compare it was covered by a mainstream commercial news outlet and a public service broadcaster (DD News / All India Radio). Explain how the economic imperatives (profit/TRP) were reflected in the way they framed their stories.

Advertising Ethics and Laws

Select an Indian advertisement that was banned or received public backlash for being unethical or misleading. Analyze why it was considered unethical and discuss how such issues can be avoided.

Right to Information Act

Discuss the role of the Right to Information (RTI) Act in ensuring transparency and accountability in Indian governance. Use examples of successful RTI cases to highlight its importance for journalists.

Media Laws and Regulatory Framework

Examine the role of the Press Council of India (PCI) in regulating print media. Do you think its current powers are sufficient to enforce ethical practices? Provide recommendations for improvement.

New Media and Ethical Issues

Social media platforms are often accused of spreading fake news. Study an instance of misinformation that went viral in India and discuss the ethical implications for both users and platform providers. How could this have been prevented?

News Media and Ethical Concerns

Analyze how the Indian news media handles issues of privacy versus public interest. Provide examples from recent events to discuss whether ethical boundaries were crossed.

Discuss, in detail the characteristics of Internal Combustion (IC) engines for heavy construction equipment.

Maintenance schedule vs Civil Construction Program

Maintenance after every working season

Daily Maintenance

Maintenance after each shift

Maintenance Schedule

Explain the performance characteristics of a centrifugal pump in detail.

Why do breakdowns occur in construction equipment and how do they effect production of an equipment? Also, explain the various ways of handling breakdowns. Explain in detail

Discuss the requirement of maintenance management in detail. Also explain the functions of equipment maintenance organization.