A Handbook of Journalism: Media in the Information Age explores the evolving landscape of journalism in today’s complex media environment. As a discipline, journalism faces numerous challenges such as the rapid rise of social media, intensified commercial competition, and its role as a significant player in public policy and governance. This first edition, edited by V. Eshwar Anand, brings together distinguished editors, experts, academics, and journalists to address these contemporary issues from multiple perspectives. The book delves into key trends, issues, and processes in governance, institutions, administration, and development, offering a comprehensive and balanced analysis of journalism’s current state and future directions.