Network18 overtakes Times Internet to become India’s most-read digital news: Comscore report

Mumbai: In a historic feat, Network18 has decisively surpassed Times Internet, asserting its dominance as the undisputed leader across every major platform, according to the March 2025 ComScore rankings.

According to the latest ComScore MMX Report on total digital population (Social+Native), Network18 recorded a whopping 315 million UVs, 55% higher than Times Internet’s 202 million UVs, leaving no doubt about who rules the news ecosystem.

News18.com clocked a remarkable 251 million UVs, beating The Times of India, which registered 183 million UVs. These numbers firmly establish News18 as the most consumed digital news brand in India.

Network18’s social media supremacy is equally unmatched. As per the ComScore Media Metrix Social report, Network18 commands twice the reach of its nearest competitor (TV9 Network),  with 54 percent penetration within the 389 million social media population, cementing its place at the heart of India’s digital conversations.

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Even without factoring in social media traffic, Network18 has remained ahead of Times Internet. The ComScore MMX Report reveals Network18’s number one position in the News and Information category with an impressive 183.2 million unique visitors (UVs), surpassing Times Internet, which stood at 182.3 million UVs.

Further reinforcing its supremacy, News18 Indian language websites have also claimed leadership, posting 182 million UVs. The performance in regional markets reflects Network18’s deep connection with audiences across the length and breadth of the country.

Network18 also continues to dominate on television, where its flagship news channels command leadership positions across Hindi, English, and regional languages. For three years in a row, CNN-News18 has remained number one without any breaks, an unprecedented achievement in the industry.  News18 India has been the most watched Hindi news channel across time bands for two years.

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This comprehensive supremacy reinforces Network18’s position as the most influential and trusted news network in the country today, with unmatched reach across screens, languages, and audiences in every corner of the country.