News report writing is an important writing skill in the Class 10 Maharashtra SSC English syllabus. Questions based on news reports are frequently asked in board examinations and are scoring if written in the correct format with factual and clear language.
A news report presents information about an event in a brief, factual, and unbiased manner. This guide explains the proper format, rules, and a sample news report to help SSC students write effective answers in examinations.
What is a News Report?
A news report is a factual description of an event written for newspapers or magazines. It answers the key questions:
- What happened?
- Where did it happen?
- When did it happen?
- Who was involved?
- How did it happen?
A news report should be written objectively, without personal opinions.
News Report Writing Format (Class 10 SSC)
A news report follows a fixed format. Writing in the correct order is essential to score full marks.
Headline
A short and catchy title that gives the main idea of the news.
Byline
Name of the reporter or “By Our School Reporter”.
Place and Date
Mention the place followed by the date.
Introduction
A brief paragraph giving important details of the event.
Body of the Report
Details of the event explained in one or two short paragraphs.
Conclusion
Information about the result, impact, or future action related to the event.
Sample News Report (Class 10 SSC)
Model Question
Write a news report on a tree plantation drive organized by your school.
Answer
Tree Plantation Drive Conducted in City School
– By Our School Reporter
16th Feb 2025, Pune: A tree plantation drive was successfully organized by City High School, Pune, on Monday as part of its environmental awareness programme.
More than 200 saplings were planted in and around the school campus by students and teachers. The programme began with a short speech by the school principal highlighting the importance of trees in protecting the environment.
Students actively participated and pledged to take care of the planted saplings. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by the head boy. The programme created awareness among students about environmental conservation.
News Report Writing Topics (Class 10 SSC)
Write a news report on following:
– ‘Dengue fever claims 10 lives in Dhule.’ (March 2025)
Write a news report on following:
– ‘Child labourers rescued from stone quarries.’ (March 2024)
Write a news report on following:
– ‘Air pollution is question of life and death.’ Says Supreme Court, Delhi. (March 2023)
Write a news report on following:
– ‘Government encourage classrooms to go digital.’ (March 2022)
Write a news report on following:
– ‘Sweeper’s daughter/son scores 96% in Class XII.’ (March 2020)
Important Tips for SSC Board Exams
- Write facts, not opinions
- Use past tense
- Keep language simple and formal
- Give a clear headline
- Follow the correct format
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Writing personal views
- Missing headline or byline
- Writing long, unnecessary details
- Using informal language
Marks Scoring Strategy (SSC Board)
- Title, byline, date and place: 1 mark
- Logical sequence of events: 2 marks
- Conclusion: 1 mark
- Language accuracy/Grammar: 1 mark
👉 Writing clear and factual news reports helps score full marks in SSC examinations.
Related Writing Skills for Class 10 SSC
News report writing requires clarity, facts, and structure. You can also practise:
- View–Counterview – to understand balanced presentation of ideas
- Speech Writing – to improve clarity and expression