Network18 Surges Past Times Internet with Record-Breaking Unique Visitors Across Platforms
In a landmark development that cements its digital supremacy, Network18 has decisively outpaced Times Internet across all key performance metrics, as per the March 2025 ComScore rankings. The group registered a staggering 315 million unique visitors (UVs) in the MMX total digital population (Social+Native) category, outperforming Times Internet’s 202 million UVs by a wide margin of 55%, underscoring Network18’s leadership in India’s news media ecosystem.
Highlights:
Network18 leads with 315 million UVs versus Times Internet’s 202 million UVs.
55% UV lead confirms Network18’s undisputed digital dominance.
ComScore MMX March 2025 positions Network18 as the top news entity.
News18 Overtakes Times of India as India’s Most Visited Digital News Platform
In another emphatic shift in the digital media landscape, News18.com, Network18’s flagship news website, logged an impressive 251 million UVs, clearly outpacing The Times of India, which stood at 183 million UVs. This places News18 at the top of India’s digital news consumption, making it the most visited digital news brand in the country for March 2025.
Highlights:
News18.com secures 251 million UVs, surpassing TOI’s 183 million UVs.
News18 becomes India’s most consumed digital news brand.
A defining moment in the digital rivalry between News18 and TOI.
Network18 Dominates Social Media Engagement with 54% Reach in India’s Digital Space
Beyond web platforms, Network18 has consolidated its influence on social media, where it commands double the reach of its closest competitor, TV9 Network, according to the ComScore Media Metrix Social report. With a 54% penetration among India’s 389 million social media users, Network18 has positioned itself at the epicenter of digital public discourse, far ahead of legacy competitors in both reach and engagement.
Highlights:
Network18 leads social media reach with 54% penetration.
Commands twice the social media engagement of TV9 Network.
Becomes the digital voice in India’s online news conversation.
Even Without Social Metrics, Network18 Retains No. 1 Spot in News Category
Excluding social media traffic, Network18 continues to maintain leadership in the ComScore MMX News and Information category, reporting 183.2 million UVs, marginally surpassing Times Internet’s 182.3 million UVs. This highlights the group’s strong foundational presence in India’s core digital news audience, irrespective of third-party platforms.
Highlights:
183.2 million UVs in News & Information vs Times Internet’s 182.3 million.
Retains lead even without factoring in social media audience.
Strength built on organic reach and sustained digital engagement.
Regional News Leadership Bolstered by News18’s Indian Language Platforms
News18’s Indian language digital properties posted a combined 182 million UVs, establishing a formidable presence in regional markets. This reflects Network18’s deep penetration in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, showcasing its alignment with vernacular audiences across Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali, and other major languages.
Highlights:
Indian language sites contribute 182 million UVs.
Leads the regional news space across major Indian languages.
Strong connection with Bharat-centric digital consumption patterns.
Television News Leadership Extends Network18’s Influence Across Screens
Beyond digital, Network18 maintains leadership across its television news properties, with consistent viewership dominance across Hindi, English, and regional language channels. CNN-News18 has been ranked number one in English news for three consecutive years, while News18 India leads in Hindi news viewership across all time bands for the past two years, according to the latest industry data.
Highlights:
CNN-News18 maintains uninterrupted No. 1 rank in English TV news.
News18 India is the top Hindi TV news channel across dayparts.
Consistent leadership across digital and television platforms.
