Report writing

Format of a magazine report

1. Heading- A descriptive title which is expressive of the contents of the report.
2. By line- Name of the person writing the report. It is generally given in the question. Remember, you are not supposed to mention your personal details in your answer.
3. Opening paragraph (introduction) – It may include the '5 Ws' namely, WHAT, WHY, WHEN and WHERE along with WHO was invited as the chief guest.
4. Account of the event in detail- The proper sequence of events that occurred along with their description. It is the main paragraph and can be split into two short paragraphs if required.
5. Conclusion- This will include the description of how the event ended. It may include quote excerpts from the Chief Guest's speech or how did the event wind up.

Format of a newspaper report

1. Headline- A descriptive title which is expressive of the contents of the report.
2. By line- Name of the person writing the report along with the designation. It is generally given in the question. Remember, you are not supposed to mention your personal details in your answer.
3. Place and date of reporting- It is generally not mentioned in a magazine report separately, but here, it is.
4. Opening paragraph- It includes expansion of the headline.  It needs to be short as it is a general overview of the report. 
5. Account of the event in detail- It is generally written in two parts: First, complete account of what happened in it’s chronological sequence (preferably) and second, the witness remarks.
6. Concluding paragraph- This will include the action that has been taken so far or that will be taken. It is the last paragraph.