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Annurag Batra is a serial entrepreneur, media mogul, a journalist and an eternal optimist rolled into one. He is a B. Tech in Computer Sciences, a degree, which he acquired before joining Management Development Institute MDI Gurgaon (Now its Gurugram), one of India's leading Business School. He is a first generation entrepreneur and after acquiring the iconic business media and magazine brand BW Businessworld. a 35 year strong media brand as well as most respected business publication in the country.

Vivid: Spiritual journalism - stirrings of a new awakening in media?blur=25

At a time when traditional knowledge systems are breaking, spiritual journalism carries the responsibility of re-establishing that system with modern analysis & in a modern context, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Dec 30, 2013 7:45 AM

Vivid: Indian, US media lock horns over the Devyani Khobragade episode?blur=25

No matter what turn the issue takes, it is evident from the reportage in both the Indian and the US media that each has taken a different stance, instead of looking at the larger picture, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Dec 24, 2013 9:26 AM

Vivid: North Korea's prosaically propagandistic media style?blur=25

The rhetoric in North Korea's state-run media regarding senior leader Jang Song Thaek, who was recently executed, reveals the extent to which state media is being used for propaganda of Communist ideology, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Dec 24, 2013 9:12 AM

Vivid: What's morality got to do with senior journalists in India??blur=25

It's time for senior journalists to take a stand on what's ethical & what's not and understand that in their morality levels lay the levels of future journalism, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Dec 23, 2013 9:10 AM

Vivid: Vigilant international media keeps track of Delhi polls?blur=25

Annurag Batra of exchange4media talks about the keenness with which intl media is tracking Delhi polls & how they are significant because of the rise of Arvind Kejriwal's AAP

Annurag Batra Dec 16, 2013 7:52 AM

Vivid: Sting designed to oust AAP - Did it succeed??blur=25

There's an apprehension that the sting is last-minute mudsling. Whether AAP emerges victorious is for the electorate to decide, but Kejriwal and Co. will cause main parties' strongholds to breach, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Dec 9, 2013 8:00 AM

Vivid: The game changer - Social media & Aam Aadmi Party?blur=25

AAP’s emergence on social media is testimony to the opportunity for alternate options in the political spectrum & also to the emergence of participative governance, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Nov 4, 2013 9:58 AM

Vivid: Media pays tributes to Sachin, Dravid!?blur=25

Annurag Batra of exchange4media talks about how the media paid great tributes as the legends bade farewell to Twenty20. He says the dark side of the game (read spot fixing) pains him, but media should not conduct a trial of its own

Annurag Batra Oct 14, 2013 7:55 AM

Vivid: News channels - The infotainment quotient?blur=25

The burst in the number of news channels demanded reinvention that has now led to blurring of lines between hard news & infotainment, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Oct 7, 2013 7:38 AM

Vivid: Social media and racism - The Miss America Story?blur=25

Annurag Batra of exchange4media talks about the unfortunate incident on social that followed Indian-origin Nina Davuluri winning the Miss America title and racism that prevails in the world even today

Annurag Batra Sep 30, 2013 8:55 AM

Vivid: Media hails 'rock star economist' as Rajan checks in?blur=25

RBI Chief Raghuram Rajan has said that he has no magic wand but will deal with the country's challenges one at a time. Only time will tell if he can deliver growth even while reining in inflation, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Sep 9, 2013 8:01 AM

Vivid: Media under attack again, literally?blur=25

Annurag Batra of exchange4media talks about assault on media, while in pursuit of truth, by Asaram's followers; he condemns the culture of blind faith in the country

Annurag Batra Sep 2, 2013 8:03 AM

Vivid: Licence raj in the media?blur=25

It is ridiculous to imagine that an examination, however tough, would weed out the corrupt and the incompetent, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Aug 26, 2013 8:14 AM

Vivid: Media and the submarine tragedy?blur=25

A fragile naval defence only weakens the country’s strength as it goes on to accept foreign junk & undermines its own capabilities in engineering, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Aug 19, 2013 8:07 AM

Vivid: Is TV losing ground to digital media??blur=25

The couch potatoes have seemingly gone digital with TV, once the most popular medium of entertainment, taking a backseat, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Aug 12, 2013 8:19 AM

Vivid: Sense of drama must for media persons?blur=25

All journalists must have an aptitude for drama. They should have the knack to capture the human element in daily events, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Aug 5, 2013 9:06 AM

Vivid: Losing Crest?blur=25

BCCL published the last edition of TOI Crest on July 20. Acc to Annurag Batra of exchange4media, "Gone are the days when newspapers were soul of the country; now it is the revenues that rule"

Annurag Batra Jul 30, 2013 8:19 AM

Vivid: Media activism in Delhi gang rape case?blur=25

Media activism that jolts people out of their comforts, and calls for action for a better future, has to be actively promoted, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Jul 22, 2013 8:16 AM

Vivid: Power of the photo journalism lens?blur=25

A photograph is a vital element in print media because it encapsulates a story with insight and depth of historicity, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Jul 15, 2013 8:21 AM

Vivid: With freedom comes responsibility?blur=25

Freedom of speech is a cherished Fundamental Right; journalists have the responsibility to stir the conscience of the community, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Jul 8, 2013 8:06 AM

Vivid: Security of the United States is global security as well?blur=25

Media must appreciate that the US administration is duty bound to uphold the preamble of the US Constitution, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media, talking about the Snowden episode

Annurag Batra Jul 1, 2013 8:05 AM

Vivid: The great Greek tragedy?blur=25

The latest in the line of lambs led to slaughter as a supposed austerity measure is the Greek state TV and radio, shares Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Jun 24, 2013 7:38 AM

Vivid: Medium is the message?blur=25

Annurag Batra of exchange4media Group talks about the trailblazers in the skyscape of journalism where the 'Medium is the message'

Annurag Batra Jun 17, 2013 9:51 AM

Vivid: Public memory and the media?blur=25

Media needs to view events with an analytical mindset, connecting the dots with lessons of history & day-to-day facts, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media

Annurag Batra Jun 10, 2013 8:49 PM

Vivid: Fourth umpire – Trial by media?blur=25

Annurag Batra of exchange4media talks about the fourth estate playing the fourth umpire to the IPL scandal. Hear the other side, he urges

Annurag Batra Jun 3, 2013 4:58 PM

Vivid: Takeover of TV channels: Not possible, Madam Chief Minister!?blur=25

Annurag Batra of exchange4media talks about Mamata Banerjee’s decision to take over channels Tara Newz and Tara Muzik on "humanitarian grounds"

Annurag Batra May 29, 2013 7:35 PM

Vivid: The media mirage?blur=25

Annurag Batra of exchange4media Group talks about the facade the Saradha Group created, leaving more than 1500 journalists in jeopardy

Annurag Batra May 20, 2013 8:06 PM

Vivid: The assertive PM is back in news?blur=25

The PM’s quick reaction to the dastardly crime of the brutal rape of the 5-yr-old girl in Apr was a far cry from the Dec 16 gang rape, observes Annurag Batra of e4m

Annurag Batra May 13, 2013 7:00 PM

Vivid: The Indian journalist’s conflict?blur=25

Extraordinary situations demand extraordinary measures of responsibility, says Annurag Batra of e4m, while sharing his views on conflict reporting in India

Annurag Batra Apr 1, 2013 9:26 PM

Vivid: PR & media – The twain have to meet?blur=25

The relationship between communication professionals and today's journalists is more symbiotic than clashing, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media Group

Annurag Batra Mar 18, 2013 7:32 PM