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Questions about Hindustan Times

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did Mahatma Gandhi open Hindustan Times?

Mahatma Gandhi performed the opening ceremony for Hindustan Times on the 26th of September 1924. The first issue emerged from Naya Bazar in Delhi, now known as Swami Sharda Nand Marg.

Who owns Hindustan Times today and what is their stake value?

The KK Birla Group currently owns a 69 percent stake in HT Media Limited. This stake is valued at 834 crore rupees today with Earthstone Holding (Two) Limited holding ultimate control through subsidiary structures.

How many copies does Hindustan Times circulate recently according to Audit Bureau of Circulations data?

Audit Bureau of Circulations data shows circulation reaching 993,645 copies recently. The Indian Readership Survey 2014 ranked it second-most widely read English newspaper nationwide.

Which editions of Hindustan Times have ceased operations or started distribution since 2000?

The Nagpur print location ceased operations in September 1997 while Jaipur edition discontinued publication in June 2006. Kolkata edition began distribution in early 2000 while Mumbai started on the 14th of July 2005.

What is the Brand Trust Report ranking for Hindustan Times in 2013 compared to 2012?

The Brand Trust Report 2013 ranked Hindustan Times 434th among India's most trusted brands after placing it 2971st in 2012. Trust Research Advisory conducted studies showing improvement to 360th place by 2014.