Find a viral news story or social media post later debunked as fake news. Use online fact-checking tools (e.g., Alt News, Google Reverse Image Search) to verify the credibility of the information. Write a report on your fact-checking process.

Choose a human interest story or social issue and develop a one-minute news feature script for television. Make the story compelling by using a mix of voice-overs, visuals, and interviews.

Select a recent news story covered by a print newspaper and an online website. Analyse the differences in writing style, structure, tone, and how visuals and hyperlinks are used in the online version. Write a comparison explaining how online writing adapts to digital audiences and enhances reader engagement.

Analyse and compare the presentation techniques of two leading Indian TV news anchors. Examine their vocal tone, pacing, eye contact, use of graphics, and audience engagement strategies. How do their styles influence credibility and audience perception?

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

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Photojournalism

What is the camera angle? Discuss the different types of camera angles and explain their role in meaning creation.

What is three-point lighting? Explain with a diagram

Click two photographs depicting the richness of Indian culture. Write their captions, too. Attach colour or black-and-white prints of these photos.

Describe the different elements of photography composition with suitable examples.

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 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.

Over the next three days, track a trending fashion hashtag on Instagram or X. Identify at least three influencers or brands driving the trend. Analyse how they present their content. Create a short report on how social media shapes consumer choices in fashion, supported by screenshots or descriptions of your findings.

Sports reporting also involves investigative journalism on match-fixing, corruption, doping, and governance issues. Examine a recent case where investigative sports journalism uncovered a major scandal. Discuss the role of journalists in holding sports bodies accountable and the risks involved in such reporting.

Examine the role of artificial intelligence (Al) and automation in India's ICT-based governance and service delivery. How have initiatives such as Aadhaar-based authentication, Al-driven chatbots, and predictive analytics improved governance efficiency, and what challenges remain?

Examine the role of artificial intelligence (Al) and automation in India's ICT-based governance and service delivery. How have initiatives such as Aadhaar-based authentication, Al-driven chatbots, and predictive analytics improved governance efficiency, and what challenges remain?

Assess the impact of algorithm-driven content distribution on audience behavior in India. How do recommendation systems of platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) shape public discourse, and what are the potential risks and benefits?

Analyse the role of digital platforms in fostering media literacy and combating misinformation in India. What strategies enhance critical thinking and responsible content consumption among Indian intemet users?