CNN-News18 Retains No.1 Spot
Channel Maintains Dominance with Strong Market Share
GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 19th July: CNN-News18 has solidified its leading position in the English news segment, maintaining a substantial advantage over its competitors. According to the latest data released by the Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) for Week 27 of 2025, CNN-News18 is ahead by an impressive 70% over Times Now and 59% over NDTV 24×7.
The BARC data reveals CNN-News18’s dominant market share of 33.7%. In comparison, NDTV 24×7 stood at 21.2%, and Times Now at 19.8% (Source: BARC India | Mkt: India | TG: 15+ AB | Period: Wk 27’25).
Sustained Leadership and Innovation
This recent data underscores CNN-News18’s consistent dominance in the English news genre, where it has held the position of India’s No. 1 English news channel for over three years. This prolonged leadership is attributed to the channel’s dedication to impactful journalism and fostering meaningful dialogue.
To ensure its content and presentation remain distinct and ahead of the competition, the network has significantly invested in both technology and editorial resources. Recently, CNN-News18 unveiled a refreshed look that prioritizes visual storytelling with fewer words. Its new screen design, based on the philosophy of ‘One Screen, One Form, One Stream,’ aims to seamlessly integrate TV and digital content, providing a superior viewing experience across all platforms.
The channel’s robust performance is further driven by its commitment to delivering accurate information and featuring top-tier news anchors, including Zakka Jacob, Anand Narasimhan, Rahul Shivshankar, and Shivani Gupta. A vast network of reporters across the country ensures comprehensive coverage, particularly evident during crucial election issues. CNN-News18’s presentation, utilizing engaging graphics and insightful explainers, simplifies complex trends and data, making information easily accessible to its audience.
