We Are, Therefore News Is.

Gutenberg and Google, two of the most significant creations in the history of mankind in the modern era, succeeded in making living quite impossible without them, in their respective times. Journalism, being the most important tool to reach the heterogeneous mass ahead of it, has made use of both these creations in thriving itself since generations. With the world changing persistently, Journalism succeeded in its “struggle for existence”. From getting printed and broadcasted in earlier days, it has passed the test of time to gain recognition in the internet.

With the continuous psychological development of the human, the thirst to gain more knowledge and the yearn to learn more and more has also increased. Up-gradation and betterment are a part of human life and that holds true for journalism too. We, the active participants of the news that we consume are directly coupled with its impact which leaves a lasting impression on our minds, making us want more.

With the development of technology and gadgets, news is present in our fingertips at the moment, constantly quenching our curiosity. The intellectual prowess that we possess has made it possible for news and journalism to grow indomitably. Our existence has always been the seed of growth for news. New inventions of mankind have opened new doors for journalism to grow.

But all, that was done at the cost of knowing the truth, has become a hoax now. Paid news, yellow journalism, false contents, fake coverages and all such malicious practices has made a practical joke of journalism. This too, is done by the same humans who once helped journalism to blossom. The human brain can both make and break its own creations. Our intellect can only prove to be a bane when we know how to use it for good, instead of involving in noxious exercises which can be catastrophic for us.