31/03/2026
Department of Mass Communication, Xavier University, Patna, under the aegis of IQAC, successfully organized the National Seminar on “Agentic Media and the Reconfiguration of Power in the Algorithmic Age” on 31 March 2026.
The seminar brought together academicians, researchers, and students from across the country, creating a vibrant platform for discussions on AI, datafication, and algorithm-driven media.
Honourable Vice Chancellor Fr. Dr. Martin Poras, SJ highlighted the importance of ethical media practices, while Ms. Priyanka Singh, Convener, Assistant Professor, Department of Mass Communication, emphasized the need to understand emerging media ecosystems.
The keynote address by Prof. Debashish Chakrabarti shed light on the evolving dynamics of governance, communication, and public discourse in the algorithmic age. With 18 research paper presentations on themes like algorithmic bias, digital inequality, deepfakes, and media literacy, the seminar fostered meaningful academic dialogue and interdisciplinary exchange.
The event concluded with the valedictory address by Prof. Debashish Chakrabarti, report presentation by Dr. Ayush Anand, Co-Convener, Assistant Professor, Department of Mass Communication, marking the successful culmination of the seminar✨
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