About Times Internet Limited
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Times Internet Limited is a public limited company based in New Delhi, Delhi, India, a subsidiary of Bennett Coleman And Company Limited. It operates in the advertising and media services segment of the media and publishing sector. It was incorporated on 04 May 1999 and has been in existence for over 27 years.
The company is registered with the Registrar of Companies (ROC), Delhi, under CIN U74999DL1999PLC135531. Its GSTIN is 07AABCT1559M1Z1 (Delhi). The company holds 68 GST registrations, of which 61 are active.
The company has an authorised share capital of ₹7,086.47 Cr and a paid-up capital of ₹2,864.55 Cr. It was formerly known as Bennet Coleman & Company Limited. It is led by directors including Joy Deb Kumar Basu (Whole-Time Director) and Satyan Gajwani (Whole-Time Director).
Its last annual general meeting (AGM) was held on 19 September 2025, and its latest financial statements are for the year ended 31 March 2025. The registered office is at Express Building 9 – 10 Bahadurshah Zafar Marg, New Delhi, Delhi, India – 110002.
As per the financials filed for FY 2025, the company reported a revenue of ₹1,398.36 Cr. For the same year it recorded a net profit of ₹250.54 Cr (net margin 17.9%) and EBITDA of ₹237.65 Cr (EBITDA margin 17%). Revenue has grown at a compounded annual rate (CAGR) of 1% over three years and 1% over five years.
Its group structure includes 12 subsidiaries.
The company is associated with 20 brands, including Times Prime, CricPlay, Whatshot, PocketJobs, VConfex and others. As per MCA filings, the company has satisfied charges of ₹35 Cr on record. Court records list 113 cases involving the company, including 24 filed by the company and 89 filed against it; 30 cases are pending.
The current compliance status is marked as compliant by the Registrar of Companies. For more details, the company can be reached via its website timesinternet.in.
Company details
Contact details
Times Internet Limited's registered office is in New Delhi, Delhi. Its website is timesinternet.in. Its e-mail address and telephone number are in the company report.
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- Registered AddressExpress Building 9 – 10 Bahadurshah Zafar Marg, New Delhi, Delhi, India – 110002
- IndustryMedia and Publishing, Advertising Agencies & Media Services
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- Company details, directors and signatories
- Historical financials and ratios
- Shareholding pattern and group structure
- Charges with holder and property details
- Legal cases, compliance and MCA filings
Brands
Times Internet operates multiple associated brands including Times Prime, CricPlay, and Whatshot. Each brand links to its own profile.
| Brand | Description | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Exclusive membership program providing subscriptions and discounts on brands for consumers. | timesprime.com | |
| Operates a fantasy cricket platform for users. | cricplay.com | |
| Provides website and mobile app services to users outside Europe. | whatshot.in | |
| Operates an online job portal for multiple industries. | pocketjobs.com | |
| Offers cloud-based software for efficient virtual event management. | vconfex.com | |
| Online community for coding challenges, skill tests, webinars, and tech job opportunities. | techgig.com | |
| Manages a digital hub for recruiting tech professionals. | speedhire.com | |
| Online restaurant table reservations are facilitated in Indian cities. | dineout.co.in | |
| Business news on technology, media, and finance is delivered online. | businessinsider.com | |
| Men's lifestyle content is published via an app-based platform. | mensxp.com | |
| Lifestyle and entertainment content is delivered for Indian women. | idiva.com | |
| Social news on various topics is published by Indiatimes. | indiatimes.com | |
| App-based mutual fund investment platform | etmoney.com | |
| Micro jobs are completed via mobile app for redeemable rewards. | taskbucks.com | |
| Portfolio management platform | etportfolio.net | |
| Provider of digital content, advertising solutions, and technology services | timesinternet.in | |
| Government exam preparation solutions are delivered through a mobile platform. | byjusexamprep.com | |
| Online platform offering news related to films | filmipop.com | |
| Recruitment, tech community, and digital services are provided by Times Business Solutions. | tbsl.in | |
| Spiritual content platform offering editorials, blogs, and community interactions. | speakingtree.in |
Business activity
The main business activity of Times Internet is professional, scientific and technical. In detail, this covers advertising and market research.
| Main activity group code | Main activity | Business activity code | Business activity | Share of turnover |
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| M | Professional, Scientific and Technical | M6 | Advertising and market research |
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Financials of Times Internet Limited
FY 2025 filings availableTimes Internet Limited reported revenue of ₹1,398.36 Cr for FY 2025.
Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR)
Revenue has grown at a compounded annual rate (CAGR) of 1% over five years. EBITDA rose 297% in the latest year. Three- and five-year figures are compounded annual growth rates (CAGR): the steady yearly rate that links the first and the last year. All are worked out from the filed statements.
Financial Statement Summary
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| EBITDA | ₹237.65 Cr | ||||
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| Net Profit (PAT) | ₹250.54 Cr | ||||
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| EBITDA Margin | 17% | ||||
| Net Profit Margin | 17.9% | ||||
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Board of directors and KMP of Times Internet Limited
Times Internet Limited currently reports 5 directors and 1 key managerial person. 27 former directors have served the organization.
| Name | Designation | Appointment Date | Tenure | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joy Deb Kumar Basu Also directs: Cricbuzz Global Enterprises Limited | Whole-Time Director | 21 Sep 2020 | 6 Years 1 Months | Current |
| Abhishek Kakkar Also directs: Cricbuzz Platforms Limited | Company Secretary | 01 Aug 2019 | 7 Years 3 Months | Current |
| Satyan Gajwani | Whole-Time Director | 25 Aug 2009 | 17 Years 2 Months | Current |
| Rajagopalan Sundar Also directs: C.E. Info Systems Limited, Paws and Play Private Limited | Director | 21 Jul 2025 | 1 Years 3 Months | Current |
| Mitu Samar Nath Also directs: Peninsula Land Limited, Shree Digvijay Cement Co Limited, Equirus Capital Limited and 2 more | Director | 21 Sep 2020 | 6 Years 1 Months | Current |
| Rakesh Sony Also directs: Times Cricket LLP, Cricbuzz Global Enterprises Limited, Times Alpha Investments Limited and 4 more | Director | 27 Oct 2021 | 5 Years 0 Months | Current |
Peer comparison
Times Internet Limited is compared with the 5 companies closest to it by revenue in the Media and Publishing industry (Advertising Agencies), with the same principal business activity (advertising and market research), from the latest filed financials of each company.
| Company | Revenue | Net profit | Margin | Growth (1 yr) | Employees | Location |
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| Dentsu Aegis Network India Private Limited | ₹1,904.81 Cr (FY 2022) | 25.0% | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India | |||
| Tbwa India Private Limited | ₹1,587.16 Cr (FY 2025) | 39.0% | New Delhi, Delhi, India | |||
| Times Internet Limitedthis company | ₹1,398.36 Cr (FY 2025) | ₹250.54 Cr | 17.9% | New Delhi, Delhi, India | ||
| Times Innovative Media Limited | ₹1,230.94 Cr (FY 2025) | 19.0% | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India | |||
| Cheil India Private Limited | ₹1,209.67 Cr (FY 2025) | 22.0% | Gurgaon, Haryana, India | |||
| Omnicom Media Group India Private Limited | ₹1,085.8 Cr (FY 2025) | 39.0% | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
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Auditor
Times Internet Limited is audited by Walker Chandiok & Co LLP for the financial year 2023.
| Auditor firm | Financial year | Firm registration number |
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| Walker Chandiok & Co LLP | FY 2023 | 001076N/N500013 |
Shareholding
The shareholding of Times Internet Limited is on record for 5 financial years, the latest being FY 2023, split between promoters, domestic institutions, foreign institutions, public shareholders and others.
| Shareholder category | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 |
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Charges & borrowings
| Date | Charge ID | Lender | Amount | Status | Modified or satisfied on |
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| 17 Feb 2022 | 100541632 | Others | ₹35 Cr | Satisfied |
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Total charge records: 1 View all charges
Legal cases
Times Internet Limited has 113 court cases on record: 24 filed by Times Internet, 89 filed against it. 30 cases are pending and 83 are disposed.
Cases by court
| Court | Cases | Against the company | Pending |
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| District courts | 64 | 54 | 17 |
| High courts | 33 | 22 | 9 |
| Supreme Court | 11 | 8 | 0 |
| NCLAT | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| NCLT | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Cases on record (5 of 113)
| Court | Type of case | Party | Status |
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| District court, Mumbai CMM Courts, Maharashtra | Civil suit | Filed against the company by Shemaroo Entertainment Limited | Pending |
| Bombay High Court | Court case (S) | Filed against the company by Laxmi Asbestos Products Limited | Pending |
| District court, BENGALURU, Karnataka | Civil suit | Filed against the company by M/S M and M Bangalore Private Limited | Pending |
| District court, Mumbai City Civil Court, Maharashtra | Commercial matter | Filed by the company against Icastx Technologies Pvt Ltd | Pending |
| District court, Mumbai City Civil Court, Maharashtra | Court case (Summons For Judgement) | Filed by the company against Icastx Technologies Pvt Ltd | Pending |
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Case records are compiled from court listings and may lag the court's own records. A case filed against a company is not a finding against it.
MSME payment delays
Times Internet Limited has 11 MSME Form 1 returns on record between 2019 and 2024, listing 116 overdue payments to 40 micro and small suppliers. Companies must report dues to micro and small suppliers that stay unpaid for more than 45 days in a half-yearly MSME Form 1 return.
Suppliers with reported dues (5 of 40)
| Supplier | Amount due | Due since | Reported on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appmontize Media Private Limited | |||
| Addtitans Digital Private Limited | |||
| Gtrusty Cloud Private Limited | |||
| an individual supplier | |||
| Shivtel Communications Private Limited |
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Individuals and sole proprietors among the suppliers are not named.
Group structure & subsidiaries
Times Internet has 12 subsidiary companies and 3 associated companies. This group structure data is as of FY 2023. The table lists each entity with its relationship and holding.
| Company Name | CIN | Shares held |
|---|---|---|
| Bespoke Capital Solutions Limited | U65990DL2018PLC335627 | |
| Moneygoals Solutions Limited | U67190DL2016PLC291833 | |
| Banayantree Services Limited | U67190DL2016PLC300962 | |
| Magicbricks Realty Services Limited | U70109DL2013PLC256668 | |
| Databack Media Private Limited | U72200HR2016PTC064099 | |
| Digismart Digital Media Private Limited | U72300HR2014PTC053616 |
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GST
Times Internet has 68 GST registrations: 61 active and 7 cancelled or inactive. The first 4 active GSTINs are listed below.
| GSTIN | State | Status | Registered on |
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| 07AABCT1559M1Z1 | Delhi | Active | 01 Jul 2017 |
| 07AABCT1559M2Z0 | Delhi | Active | 10 Jul 2017 |
| 07AABCT1559M3ZZ | Delhi | Active | 11 Jul 2017 |
| 07AABCT1559M1CC | Delhi | Active | 06 Oct 2018 |
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Recent activity
Times Internet Limited has 32 board changes on record since 2007: 6 appointments and 26 cessations. The latest: Rajagopalan Sundar was appointed as Director on 21 Jul 2025.
26 earlier events are in the company report.
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Frequently asked questions
Times Internet is an active public limited company based in New Delhi, Delhi, India. The company works in advertising agencies and media services, within the media and publishing industry. It was incorporated on 04 May 1999 (27+ years old) and is registered under CIN U74999DL1999PLC135531.
Times Internet has 6 current directors and KMP:
- Joy Deb Kumar Basu - Whole-Time Director
- Satyan Gajwani - Whole-Time Director
- Rajagopalan Sundar - Director
- Mitu Samar Nath - Director
- Rakesh Sony - Director
- Abhishek Kakkar - Company Secretary
The latest financial statements of Times Internet on record with the MCA are for the year ended 31 March 2025. Its last annual general meeting was held on 19 September 2025. Year-wise statements from 2015 are in the company report.
The GSTIN of Times Internet is 07AABCT1559M1Z1, registered in Delhi. The company has 68 GST registrations in all, of which 61 are active and 7 are cancelled or inactive. Other active GSTINs include 07AABCT1559M2Z0 (Delhi), 07AABCT1559M3ZZ (Delhi), 07AABCT1559M1CC (Delhi).
The CIN (Corporate Identification Number) of Times Internet is U74999DL1999PLC135531. It is issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs under the Companies Act, 2013, and uniquely identifies the company in India.
Times Internet has 113 court cases on record: 24 filed by the company and 89 filed against it. 30 are pending. Most are in the district courts.
Times Internet was incorporated on 04 May 1999, making it 27+ years old. It is registered with the Registrar of Companies, Delhi.
The peers of Times Internet by revenue are Dentsu Aegis Network India Private Limited, Tbwa India Private Limited, Times Innovative Media Limited, Cheil India Private Limited, Omnicom Media Group India Private Limited, all in the Media and Publishing industry (Advertising Agencies), with the same principal business activity (advertising and market research).
Rajagopalan Sundar was appointed as Director on 21 Jul 2025. Vineet Jain ceased to be Director on 01 May 2025. Rakesh Sony ceased to be Additional Director on 29 Sep 2022. Times Internet has 32 board changes on record in total.
Times Internet has 11 MSME Form 1 returns on record between 2019 and 2024, listing 116 overdue payments to 40 micro and small suppliers. The latest return was filed on 30 Apr 2024.
Times Internet can be reached through the website timesinternet.in. Its registered office is in New Delhi, Delhi, India.
The registered office of Times Internet is at Express Building 9 – 10 Bahadurshah Zafar Marg, New Delhi, Delhi, India – 110002.
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