"This book explores the transformation of Indian media in the context of two major developments: globalization, which has introduced what are termed as ‘foreign’ elements to Indian culture, and the opening of the floodgates for foreign media to enter the country. It discusses both theoretical considerations and empirical studies related to the role of Indian media. Indian Media in a Globalised World adopts a multi-disciplinary approach and looks at the role of media in purveying political, economic, and cultural identities. It brings to light the current definitions of ‘we’ and ‘they’, the ‘other’, and how the ‘other’ is sought to be perceived in contemporary India. The discussions cover all forms of media, that is, newspaper, films, radio, television and online media, along with media policy and the challenges facing the media." (Publisher description)
SECTION 1:. THE ECONOMIC ASPECT
1 Glocalisation of Indian Television, 3
2 Nationalism as a Marketing Tool by MNC Advertisements, 26
3 Print Media in the Era of Globalisation, 52
4 Commercial FM Radio Takes over Indian Cities, 69
SECTION 2: THE POLITICAL ASPECT
5 The Pan-Tamil Rhetoric in Regional Media, 83
6 Citizen Journalism and the Public Sphere in India, 105
7 The Naga Nation on the Net, 127
SECTION 3: THE CULTURAL ASPECT
8 Towards a more Inclusive Indian Identity? A Case Study of the Bollywood Film Swades 153
9 Public Service Broadcasting in India: Doordarshan's Legacy, 181
10 The Archetypes of Sita, Kaikeyi and Surpanaka Stride the Small Screen, 206
SECTION 4: MEDIA POLICY
11 Freedom in Indian Blogosphere, 229
12 Television Policy in India: An Unfulfilled Agenda, 246