Between the Lines

MEDIA STUDIES BETWEEN THE LINES A passionate engagement with the burning issues of the times with a missionary zeal and prophetic vision. Valson Thampu A writer deeply disturbed with status quo, potently concerned with exploring the potential of journalism as a crusader for the dignity of man. For those who share the dream of a living journalism, writers such as Jacob Kaniyarasseril are a Godsend. John Dayal Jacob Kaniyarasseril (1962) holds a Masters Degree in English Literature from the Anna Malai University. He has a diploma in Media Studies. He was the Managing Editor of 'Mediamatters,' a monthly publication from Delhi. At present he is the Managing Editor of 'Indian Currents' Weekly. As a journalist, Jacob is remarkably composed, unhurried and explosively productive. Between the Pages A Dream Realized - John Dayal A Delight and A Profit - Valson Thampu 1 Between The Lines 2 Political Gambling 3 The Power Within 4 Communal Card 5 People's media 6 The Missing Drop 7 The Hindutva Card 8 Hypocrisy at its best 9 Visionary, not Missionary 10 Bihar goes for a toss 11 New Target - U.P. 12 For a Dalit Vote-bank 13 A 'Swayamsevak' speaks out 14 'Fixing' the Democracy 15 Mumbai's Unholy Nexus