Survival or Shift? a Study of Print Journalism in the Era of Digital Media in India
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https://doi.org/10.48165/tjmitm.2026.16.01.04Abstract
The expansion of digital media has reshaped the foundations of journalism, altering how news is created, circulated, and interpreted. In India, this transformation has generated widespread concern regarding the future of print journalism, a medium historically associated with credibility, public debate, and democratic accountability. While online platforms, mobile applications, and social media have become dominant sources of news, print newspapers continue to occupy a distinctive position within the Indian media ecosystem. This paper examines whether print journalism in India is approaching decline or experiencing a structural shift in response to digital disruption. By examining evolving readership patterns, newsroom practices, and economic pressures, the study argues that print journalism in India is not disappearing but repositioning itself through adaptation, regional engagement, and credibility-oriented content.
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