2025, Vol. 7, Issue 5, Part B

Author(s): Arshid Hussain Shah

Abstract: Journalism has historically been a crucial agent of linguistic and literary enrichment. It has shaped the evolution of language, introduced diverse literary styles, and preserved cultural narratives. However, Journalism and literature have always shared a deep connection, with many great journalists transitioning into celebrated novelists. Prominent writers like Ernest Hemingway, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain and George Orwell have extensively enriched both the domains, left a lasting impact on language and literature. In addition, Urdu literature provided an advantage to many celebrated journalists who seamlessly transitioned into novel writing, using their journalistic skills to fertile the literary landscape. Writers like, Rashid Ahmed Siddiqui, Chiragh Hasan Hasrat, Krishan Chander, Saadat Hasan Manto, Ahmad Nadeem Qasmi, Mirza Farhatullah Baig, Abul Kalam Azad, Sir Syed Ahmad Khan and Qurratulain Hyder significantly contributed the Urdu literature by combining their analytical skills, societal insights and storytelling dexterity. Their journalistic careers gave them a unique perspective, allowing them to craft narratives that are socially relevant, deeply human and enduringly impactful. Through their works, they bridged the gap between fact and fiction, leaving a lasting legacy in both journalism and literature. Pertinently Journalism has played a pivotal role in the development, enrichment and standardization of language over time. Through its wider reach and social influence, journalism not only reflects the language of a particular epoch but also vigorously shapes its evolution. In fact, Journalism continues to be a powerful force in the evolution of language. By reflecting social changes, introducing new vocabulary and shaping communication norms, journalism not only documents history but actively participates in crafting the linguistic identity of a culture. The present paper is an attempt to explore the multifaceted role of journalism in the development of language and literature. It also highlights how journalistic practices have shaped linguistic evolution and nurtured literary talent.

DOI: 10.33545/27068919.2025.v7.i5b.1456

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