Tag: Jawhar Sircar
India Needs Journalism That Refuses to Look Away
From Gandhi’s idea of journalism as public service to today’s algorithm-driven news feeds, eNewsroom’s journey raises a vital question: who does journalism ultimately serve? At its Kolkata conclave, journalists examined why independent media must remain accountable to citizens, not power
Gandhi Had Newspapers. We Have Algorithms. What Would He Make of Today’s Media?
Gandhi had newspapers; today’s journalists have algorithms. At the inaugural eNewsroom Conclave, journalists and public voices explored what happens when clicks, virality and Big Tech influence what people see, while independent media struggles to keep public-interest journalism alive.
Gandhi the Journalist: eNewsroom Conclave to Ask What Journalism Can Learn from Gandhi
eNewsroom Conclave 2026 in Kolkata will revisit Gandhi’s vision of journalism with Parambrata Chatterjee, Arfa Khanum Sherwani, Jawhar Sircar, Rasheed Kidwai and Pratik Sinha, exploring truth, public service and the media’s responsibilities in an age of algorithms, misinformation and artificial intelligence.
“Bengal Won’t Accept Imposed Rule”: Jawhar Sircar’s Strong Message to Voters
Jawhar Sircar warns BJP threatens Bengal’s pluralism and India’s democracy, calls SIR illegal, criticizes Mamata Banerjee, and urges voters to reject divisive politics ahead of crucial elections.
Jawhar Sircar’s Stark Warning: “BJP Threatens Bengal’s Soul, SIR Undermines Votes
Jawhar Sircar calls SIR illegal, alleges voter deletions, attacks BJP as anti-India, criticises EC and Supreme Court, and urges Bengal voters to prioritise development and credible alternatives over identity politics.
Proof of Citizenship? Amartya Sen and Millions in Bengal Face ‘Doubtful’ Voter Scrutiny
West Bengal’s SIR exercise flags lakhs of voters, including Amartya Sen, raising questions of legality and fairness. Experts Jawhar Sircar and Yogendra Yadav warn genuine voters may face harassment