All Brands Owned by Network18 Media & Investments Limited

Who owns Network18?
Network18 is controlled by Reliance Industries through its subsidiary Independent Media Trust (IMT), which acquired a controlling stake in 2012 for approximately INR 2,800 crore. Network18 remains publicly traded on the NSE and BSE under ticker NETWORK18, with shares held by institutional investors, mutual funds, and individual shareholders alongside the Reliance-controlled majority stake.

Is Network18 publicly traded?
Yes, Network18 Media & Investments Limited is publicly traded on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) under ticker NETWORK18. However, the majority of shares are held by Independent Media Trust (IMT), a Reliance Industries subsidiary, giving Reliance effective control of the company.

When was Network18 founded?
Network18 was founded in 1993 by Raghav Bahl, an Indian entrepreneur and media executive. The company began as a media venture focused on business journalism and television production, and grew into one of India's largest media companies.

What brands does Network18 own?
Network18 operates CNBC-TV18 (English business news), CNN-News18 (English general news), News18 India (Hindi news), News18 regional channels (Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu), Moneycontrol (financial news and data platform), and Firstpost (digital news platform).

What is Network18's relationship with Reliance Industries?
Reliance Industries controls Network18 through Independent Media Trust (IMT), which acquired a controlling stake in 2012. Network18 is part of Reliance's broader media ecosystem, which also includes Viacom18 (entertainment channels and JioCinema streaming) and a proposed joint venture with Disney's Star India. Reliance's ownership provides Network18 with financial resources and distribution synergies through Reliance Jio.

What is the Reliance-Disney merger?
In 2024, Reliance Industries announced a strategic partnership with Disney to merge their media operations in India. The deal combines Reliance's Viacom18 and Disney's Star India into a joint venture valued at approximately $8.5 billion. The merger would create India's largest media company, with combined revenue of approximately INR 25,000 crore. Network18's news operations are expected to remain within the Reliance group but outside the Disney joint venture.

How does Network18 make money?
Network18 generates revenue primarily through advertising on its television news channels and digital platforms. Television advertising is the largest revenue source, followed by digital advertising on Moneycontrol and Firstpost. The company also generates revenue from distribution fees paid by cable and satellite operators, premium subscriptions on Moneycontrol, and content licensing.

Where is Network18 headquartered?
Network18 is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. The company operates offices, newsrooms, and production facilities across major Indian cities including New Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Chennai. The company maintains editorial teams and bureaus in major cities and regions across India.