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Former Prasar Bharati Chairman Surya Prakash Launches Book on Television News
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🗓 31 Oct 2026, 03:22 AM
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Surya Prakash, former chairman of Prasar Bharati, unveiled his new book that examines the evolution and impact of TV news in India.
New Delhi – Former Prasar Bharati chairman Surya Prakash held a modest ceremony to launch his latest book, which analyses the growth, challenges and influence of television news in India. The publication, released by a noted Indian publishing house, traces the medium’s trajectory from its early days to the digital age, highlighting regulatory, editorial and audience‑related shifts.
In his opening remarks, Prakash emphasized the role of TV news in shaping public discourse and called for greater journalistic standards and transparency. He also noted that the book draws on his own experience steering the public broadcaster and includes interviews with senior editors and media scholars.
The event, attended by media professionals and representatives from the publishing sector, concluded with a brief Q&A session where participants discussed the future of broadcast journalism in a rapidly changing media landscape.
The book is expected to be available in major Indian bookstores and online platforms from next week, aiming to serve as a reference for students, journalists and policy makers interested in the dynamics of television news.
In his opening remarks, Prakash emphasized the role of TV news in shaping public discourse and called for greater journalistic standards and transparency. He also noted that the book draws on his own experience steering the public broadcaster and includes interviews with senior editors and media scholars.
The event, attended by media professionals and representatives from the publishing sector, concluded with a brief Q&A session where participants discussed the future of broadcast journalism in a rapidly changing media landscape.
The book is expected to be available in major Indian bookstores and online platforms from next week, aiming to serve as a reference for students, journalists and policy makers interested in the dynamics of television news.