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Global South·Founded 1838
Times of India
CenterBennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd (BCCL)
The Times of India is the world's largest-selling English-language daily newspaper. It is owned by Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd (BCCL), controlled by the Jain family. BCCL also owns The Economic Times, Mumbai Mirror, and Times Now. The company has been controversial for its 'Medianet' paid content service and 'private treaties' program.
Ownership Chain
Times of IndiaBennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd (BCCL)Jain family (Samir Jain, Vineet Jain)
Funding Sources
advertisingpaid content partnershipssubscriptions
Known Conflicts of Interest
- •Bennett, Coleman & Co. pioneered 'paid news' and 'private treaties' — exchanging favorable coverage for advertising revenue and equity stakes in companies.
- •The Jain family's extensive business interests beyond media create cross-sector conflicts of interest.
- •Times of India's advertising-heavy model has been criticized for blurring the line between editorial content and paid promotion.
Notable Connections
- •BCCL's 'private treaties' program exchanged favorable coverage for equity stakes in hundreds of Indian companies
- •Jain family has diversified business interests including real estate
- •Times Group operates radio, television, and digital properties across India
- •Close relationships with major Indian political parties and business leaders