## है ख़बर गर्म - Break-ing News #Poetry ![[Pub-break-ing-news.webp|400]] झुकी-बुझी भीगी-थकी नज़रें हैं और हैं अंगारों से सवाल जवाब नहीं मिलता तो क्या है वो भूख से बिलखता है कॉपी पर चलाता नहीं फैलाता है हाथ तो क्या है गिरे हुए को उठाने की भटके को आईना दिखाने की रास्ता बताने की फुरसत कहां है ‘बिक’नी हसीना की एक्सक्लूसिव छींकें चौके छक्के चुटकुले सपने-झूठ जो बिकता है वो दिखाते हैं हमें मत सिखाओ हम जानते हैं कौन सी ख़बर है गर्म ###### Expl.ai.ner note This poem, "है ख़बर गर्म | Break-ing News," critiques the modern media landscape, where the pursuit of sensationalism often overshadows genuine reporting and empathy. The opening lines depict a weary populace, burdened by unanswered questions and a sense of disillusionment. The image of a hungry child begging, rather than learning, highlights the neglect of fundamental human needs in favor of more marketable content. The poem laments the lack of time and inclination to uplift the downtrodden, guide the lost, or offer solutions to pressing issues. Instead, the media prioritizes trivial and often salacious content—"‘Bik’ni Haseena ki exclusive cheeken" (exclusive sneezes of a bikini-clad beauty), celebrity gossip, and sensationalized stories—that are deemed more profitable. The concluding lines express a cynical awareness of this dynamic, suggesting that the audience is not naive; they understand what kind of hot news media chooses to serve. The central concept revolves around the idea that news has become a commodity, driven by market forces rather than a commitment to truth and social responsibility. The poem serves as a call for a more meaningful and compassionate approach to journalism, one that prioritizes substance over spectacle and addresses the real needs of the people. 2011-11-03