print-media
As HT Editor-in-Chief Sukumar Ranganathan prepares to move on, e4m's Ruhail Amin reflects on his editorial integrity, humility and unwavering commitment to recognising journalistic excellence
Ruhail Amin Aug 14, 2026 2:56 PM
The advisory was to take effect from August 1, but publishers are yet to implement it as they are wary of advertiser backlash amid a soft market, intense competition and the festive season
Kanchan Srivastava Aug 13, 2026 8:33 AM
Guest Column: Ganapathy Viswanathan, Communication Consultant & Author, writes on why the Indian Newspaper Society’s campaign carrying the line ‘Ink Doesn't Lie’ is difficult to miss
Ganapathy Viswanathan Aug 6, 2026 9:01 AM
As part of the initiative, INS member publications across India will carry a common advertisement on July 27, 2026
e4m Staff Jul 27, 2026 1:07 PM
Ganapathy Viswanathan, Communication Consultant & Author, writes that the INS surcharge addresses rising costs but risks pushing advertisers towards other media unless
Ganapathy Viswanathan Jul 27, 2026 9:32 AM
INS call for 15% ad surcharge from Aug 1 has triggered discussion over whether an industry body should step into what has traditionally been a bilateral negotiation between publishers & advertisers
Kanchan Srivastava Jul 27, 2026 8:24 AM
If publishers impose the surcharge, some advertisers may accept it because they value the credibility and influence that newspapers continue to enjoy; others may negotiate harder
e4m Staff Jul 24, 2026 12:12 PM
Guest Column: Ganapathy Viswanathan, Communication Consultant & Author, explores how the IRS was once the common language of print advertising in India, and how its absence has reshaped media planning
Ganapathy Viswanathan Jul 15, 2026 10:58 AM
Advertisers have quietly rebuilt their print planning playbook—combining ABC circulation data, proprietary market intelligence, consumer insights and business outcome metrics
Kanchan Srivastava Jul 15, 2026 8:57 AM
Unlike brands, publishers cannot pass higher input costs on to advertisers. Advertising rates are determined less by production costs than by measurable outcomes, audience quality & ROI, insiders say
Kanchan Srivastava Jul 1, 2026 9:24 AM
The cover story of this issue examines HDFC Bank's governance developments and explores why transparency, accountability and institutional trust remain the defining pillars of modern banking
e4m Staff Jun 30, 2026 1:04 PM
Conceptualised through HT Impact Lab, the print innovation made guilt-free indulgence tangible, taking Mother Dairy Go-Low from a front-page interaction to creator reels and social conversations
NATIVE CONTENT Jun 23, 2026 1:08 PM
Dhruv Warrior, Executive Creative Director, VML, India, recounts his experience of being part of the Print & Publishing jury, and the trend to say something without explicitly showing the product
Simran Sabherwal Jun 23, 2026 11:57 AM
He previously served as Managing Editor of the Hindi news channel India Daily Live
e4m Staff Jun 19, 2026 9:06 AM
Guest Column: L. Adimoolam, Publisher-Dinamalar, explores questions around the share of print advertising for English dailies
L. Adimoolam Jun 17, 2026 12:27 PM
BCCL on Wednesday issued a public notice stating that Pune Times Mirror, Ei Samay, NavGujarat Samay and Ahmedabad Mirror are not controlled by the group or any of its affiliates
Kanchan Srivastava Jun 11, 2026 8:54 AM
Chinki Sinha resigned as the editor of Outlook magazine a few days ago
The ABC data for July–December 2025 shows that growth, where it exists, is increasingly tied to depth in core urban markets rather than expansion across geographies
Chehneet Kaur May 6, 2026 9:02 AM
Prior to this appointment, Pramod Kumar Singh held a key role at Prasar Bharati
e4m Staff Apr 27, 2026 9:06 AM
After announcing the pilot test for IRS in September 2025, the MRUC readies IRS pilot framework, but publishers flag concerns over lengthy questionnaire, sources say
Kanchan Srivastava Apr 15, 2026 8:27 AM
As Executive Publisher of Delhi Press and Editor of The Caravan, Nath stands at the intersection of legacy and reinvention
e4m Staff Mar 31, 2026 2:36 PM
INS has submitted a representation to Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri
e4m Staff Mar 21, 2026 10:11 AM
Speaking in Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan said since March 1, 2024, a total of 11,081 applications have been processed through the Press Sewa Portal
e4m Staff Mar 11, 2026 6:58 PM
Experts say the trajectory of newsprint prices will depend largely on how the ongoing geopolitical tensions evolve, particularly their impact on oil prices and shipping routes
Chehneet Kaur Mar 6, 2026 8:58 AM
The committee will also interact with publishers who opted out of ABC to understand their concerns, says Karunesh Bajaj, ABC Chairman
Kanchan Srivastava Jan 29, 2026 8:27 AM
Many publishers perceive ABC norms as more stringent than RNI’s, impacting their participation
Kanchan Srivastava Jan 28, 2026 8:29 AM
Over the course of the year, the campaign will roll out through a blend of on-ground and digital initiatives, creating multiple touchpoints for audiences
e4m Staff Jan 15, 2026 4:14 PM
Conceived as a once in a generation collector’s edition, this landmark issue is the biggest ever issue produced by the magazine, setting a new publishing benchmark
The order instructs schools to set aside 10 minutes during the daily morning assembly specifically for reading news from newspapers
e4m Staff Dec 26, 2025 5:32 PM
The appointed date for the restructuring is April 1, 2026, or the effective date of the Scheme, whichever is earlier
e4m Staff Nov 21, 2025 5:26 PM
Criticising the government is not the same as being inimical to the state, read a statement issued by editors Prabodh Jamwal and Anuradha Bhasin
e4m Staff Nov 20, 2025 2:52 PM
The media rates for print media per sq cm for 1 lakh copies of dailies in the black and white advertisement have been increased from Rs 47.40 to Rs 59.68
e4m Staff Nov 17, 2025 4:35 PM
In practice, DIPR rates are typically 10% to 50% higher than DAVP rates
Chehneet Kaur Nov 6, 2025 9:22 AM
A 5–7% uptick in spends and a print-led recovery signal that tax reform, not just festival demand, is driving the next phase of AdEx growth
Chehneet Kaur Oct 30, 2025 9:24 AM
The central rate revision, say industry sources, underscores that print’s trust premium remains intact
Chehneet Kaur Oct 28, 2025 8:37 AM
Uday Jadhav, CEO of Sakal Media Group and Director of AP Globale, talks about Sakal’s rise as Maharashtra’s top newspaper, ways to keep print relevant, & more
Chehneet Kaur Oct 13, 2025 9:08 AM
The headline uplift masks a knotty, uneven picture on the ground: outside a handful of outliers, most major titles did not post individual gains, and several markets saw single-digit declines
Tasmayee Laha Roy and Chehneet Kaur Oct 7, 2025 8:46 AM
Karan Rajendra Darda elected Deputy President, Tanmay Maheshwari- Vice President and Anant Nath- Honorary Treasurer of the Society for the year 2025-26
e4m Staff Sep 25, 2025 6:17 PM
A tighter gap emerges as TV’s growth cools and print’s cash generation steadies; see the latest company numbers and what could trigger a re-rating
Tasmayee Laha Roy Sep 22, 2025 9:26 AM
The average qualifying sales of daily newspapers stood at 29,744,148 copies (297.4 lakh), as compared to 28,941,876 copies (289.4 lakh) in the previous audit period of July–December 2024
e4m Staff Sep 11, 2025 5:47 PM
In his first interview as the Chairman of the ABC, Karunesh Bajaj, EVP – Marketing & Exports at ITC, outlines his vision, priorities, and plans to navigate a rapidly evolving media landscape
Kanchan Srivastava Sep 5, 2025 8:53 AM
The issue highlights how the Online Gaming Bill 2025 sent shockwaves, wiping out Rs 65,000 crore in investments and triggering widespread disruption for Dream11, MPL, Zupee, and other industry leaders
e4m Staff Aug 29, 2025 9:40 AM
The quarter also underscored a clear divergence between regional and English-language publishers
Chehneet Kaur Aug 29, 2025 8:31 AM
With younger, trend-driven audiences, higher purchasing power, and aspirational lifestyles, these publications present unmatched opportunities for brands seeking high-quality consumer engagement
e4m Staff Aug 28, 2025 6:59 PM
Celebrating four and a half decades of business journalism while looking ahead to India@2047
e4m Staff Aug 28, 2025 9:02 AM