The Economic Times is a major English-language business and financial newspaper in India, founded in 1961 by the Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (now known as The Times Group). The newspaper was created to fill a gap in India's media landscape by providing dedicated coverage of economic news, business developments, and financial markets during a period when India was focusing on economic growth and industrialization. The Times Group, which also owns other prominent Indian publications like The Times of India, continues to own and operate The Economic Times today. Today, The Economic Times covers a wide range of news categories, including business, finance, markets, politics, technology, and entertainment. The publication is based in India and has become one of the country's most influential sources for business and economic news, serving readers who want to stay informed about financial markets, corporate developments, and economic policy. One interesting fact: Economic Times has a significant digital presence and was among the early Indian news organizations to establish a strong online platform. The website (economictimes.indiatimes.com) has become a major destination for business news in India, often competing with international financial news sources for readership among Indian professionals and investors.