New Delhi, August 8th 2025: CNN-News18 has solidified its position as the top English news channel by securing significant leadership during peak news hours, far ahead of its competitors. The channel has outperformed all competitors combined and stands tall as the undisputed leader in the English news business.
CNN-News18 maintains its dominance in the English news segment with a whopping market share of 72.5%, comfortably exceeding the combined market share of its competitors during key news hours. Its closest competitors include Times Now at 17.9%, NDTV 24×7 at 7.4%, Republic TV at 1.5%, and India Today Television at 0.7%.
(Source: BARC India | Mkt: 10L+ | TG: 22 – 40 Male | Period: Wk 27’25 -30’25 (19:00 – 24:00 Hrs ) | Market Share % Bases AMA’000 | Top 5 channels considered)
The latest figures highlight the viewers’ trust in CNN-News18’s citizen-first approach and for its accurate, credible, and fearless journalism. Time and again, audiences have responded by tuning in to the channel during peak news hours, especially for coverage on matters of national importance. These numbers clearly reflect that, when it comes to news that truly matters to the nation, India chooses CNN-News18 as its most trusted source.
Along with key news hours, CNN-News18 continues its overall leadership in the English news genre. The channel has firmly established itself as the undisputed leader, maintaining a commanding 60% lead over Times Now and a remarkable 102% lead over NDTV. (Source: BARC India | Market: India | TG: All India (U+R) 15+ | Period: AVG Week 30’25 | Market Share %).
When it comes to English news, CNN-News18 has mastered the art of staying ahead of the curve. CNN-News18 has been India’s No. 1 English news channel for more than three years now, a reflection of its dedication to impactful journalism and meaningful dialogue. (Source: BARC India | Mkt: India| TG: 2+| Periods: Wk 12’22-30’25| Weekly AMA ‘000 | 5 channels considered)
The channel continues to lead by adapting to new technology, working on its presentation for a better user experience, and capturing audience attention not just with its editorial resources but also with its tech innovations.
Recently, CNN-News18 unveiled a refreshed look that emphasises storytelling with fewer words and more visuals. Its new screen design seamlessly integrates TV and digital content to offer a superior viewer experience across platforms, reflecting CNN-News18’s commitment to delivering clutter-free, noise-free news that truly matters to the people.
Further, the channel’s strong performance is driven by its commitment to delivering accurate information and featuring top-tier news anchors like Zakka Jacob, Anand Narasimhan, Rahul Shivshankar, and Shivani Gupta. The channel’s extensive network of reporters across the country ensures comprehensive coverage of all important news of national interest. CNN-News18’s presentation with engaging graphics and insightful explainers simplifies complex trends and data, making it easily accessible for the audience.
