Newspapers of India

Since its inception the newspapers are considered to be the most authentic means of communicating facts and vital information to a large number of people. In fact, like other parts of world the newspapers in India have become synonymous with the morning tea or breakfast. A majority of the people love to start the day with a quick view on their favourite newspapers.

The history of first newspaper in India goes back to 1780 when The Bengal Gazette was started under the British Raj. Since then there has been no looking back of the newspapers. Even in the time of television, Internet, radio and mobile phones....newspapers have not lost their significance and still remain the most sought after means of communication for the masses.

The newspapers consist of current news related to political events, crime, business, sports, entertainment, culture and opinions. Besides these, the newspapers of India carry numerous information about the tourists exploring the vast country. The travelers visiting India can also get the interesting details about the tourist destinations and major attractions through special supplement circulated with the leading newspapers.

Types of Newspapers: Nowadays various types of newspapers are available in the market. Readers use to read the newspapers as per their choices and requirements. The most common types of newspapers available in the market include:

Daily Newspapers

Weekly Newspapers

National Newspapers

International Newspapers

Local Newspapers

Tabloid Newspapers

Fortnightly Newspapers

Major English Newspapers in India: In a survey conducted in 2007, India consumed 99 million newspaper copies as that made it the second largest market in the world for newspapers. As of now 40,000 different types of newspapers publish in India. Some of the popular newspapers are as follows:

Hindustan Times

The Times of India

The Asian Age

Deccan Chronicle

Deccan Herald

The Hindu

The Pioneer

The Telegraph

The Indian Express

DNA

Midday