Biswabrata Goswami
KOLKATA, 17 JAN: As newsrooms across the world grapple with the twin forces of digital disruption and artificial intelligence, Dum Dum Motijheel College on Friday turned the spotlight on the future of journalism by hosting a one-day national seminar on “Digital Literacy and AI in Journalism.” Organised by the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), the seminar brought together academics, students and media professionals for a timely and wide-ranging discussion on technology’s growing influence on news production and consumption.
Held in a hybrid mode at the Meghnad Shaha Auditorium (G3), the seminar began at noon and witnessed active participation both on campus and online. The event sought to examine how digital literacy has become central to responsible journalism in an age increasingly shaped by algorithms, automation and data-driven storytelling.
The keynote sessions were delivered by Dr Sanhita Chatterjee, Assistant Professor, Department of Journalism, Visva-Bharati University, and Dr Nitesh Tripathi, Assistant Professor, Department of Media and Communication, Pandit Deendayal Energy University. Both speakers underscored the need for journalists to develop critical digital skills while remaining anchored to ethical values, accuracy and public accountability.
Dr Chatterjee highlighted the opportunities and challenges posed by AI-powered tools in newsrooms, particularly in verification, content moderation and audience engagement. Dr Tripathi, meanwhile, focused on the importance of media literacy in combating misinformation and adapting to rapidly evolving digital platforms.
Faculty members noted that the seminar aimed to bridge the gap between academic training and industry realities, preparing students to navigate the changing media ecosystem. Interactive sessions and discussions with students added depth to the deliberations, making the seminar a significant academic engagement on one of the most pressing issues facing contemporary journalism.
