Media Capital - The Political Economy of 24/7 Television News in the Telugu States
Media Capital: The Political Economy of 24-Hour Television News in the Telugu States explores how round-the-clock television news has become both a powerful political tool and a lucrative business enterprise in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Once rooted in the public-service goals of information and education, television has transformed into a medium driven by infotainment, sensationalism, and corporate interests. This book analyzes the economic and political forces behind the explosive growth of Telugu news channels, highlighting how ownership concentration, neo-capitalist agendas, and the absence of effective media regulation have led to the privatization and commodification of information. It raises urgent questions about media diversity, democratic discourse, and the public’s right to unbiased news in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
- Paperback: 246 pages
- Publisher: White Falcon Publishing; 1 edition (August 2025)
- Author: Srinivas Panthukala
- ISBN-13: 9798892225984
- Product Dimensions: 7 x 10 inch
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