Telegraph

Kolkata, West Bengal, IndiaEnglish

Founded in 1982, The Telegraph is a major English-language daily newspaper published by the ABP Group in Kolkata, India. It is widely circulated across Eastern India, known for its extensive coverage of regional politics, international news, sports, and business, while maintaining a distinct editorial voice.

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MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN KOLKATA

Regional newspaper circulation is heavily dominated by Bengali-language dailies, creating a highly competitive print market driven by historic vernacular broadsheets. The sector is anchored by Anandabazar Patrika, a dominant publication founded in 1922 that maintains one of the highest reader bases in India. Its primary competitor is Bartaman Patrika, another major daily, while Ganashakti operates with historic ties to the regional communist movement. The market also includes Aajkaal, a Bengali daily historically known for its distinct sports coverage. Paperboy lists 20 newspapers in Kolkata.