Best India News Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free india news apps? 20 of our 247+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top India News Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1NDTV NewsNDTV NewsFree4.5★ (4.3K)YesYesAug 2026
2The Hindu : India & World NewsThe Hindu : India & World NewsFree4.6★ (3.3K)YesYesAug 2026
3TOI Breaking News App & ePaperTOI Breaking News App & ePaperFree3.8★ (3.3K)YesYesAug 2026
4Indian Express News + EpaperIndian Express News + EpaperFree4.6★ (2.6K)YesYesAug 2026
5Aaj Tak Live Hindi News IndiaAaj Tak Live Hindi News IndiaFree3.0★ (314)YesNoAug 2026
6Google NewsGoogle NewsFree4.6★ (226K)YesNoAug 2026
7India TV: Hindi News Live AppIndia TV: Hindi News Live AppFree4.6★ (2.5K)YesNoAug 2026
8InshortsInshortsFree4.5★ (3K)YesNoAug 2026

Top Picks for India News

NDTV News#1

NDTV News by NDTV Convergence

NDTV - India and World News
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.5😐(4.3K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access breaking news and live TV from India and around the world in English, Hindi, and Marathi. Stay updated with politics, sports, entertainment, business, and more through articles, videos, podcasts, and customizable alerts. Offers an ad-free premium experience.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Excellent news coverage
  • 📰 Reliable and unbiased reporting
  • 🗣️ Fearless journalism
  • 💻 User-friendly app interface

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Biased towards liberal ideology
  • 🔇 Selective omission of facts
  • 🔖 Loaded language and framing
The Hindu : India & World News#2

The Hindu : India & World News by THG Publishing Private Limited

Local English Daily Newspaper
Strong Contender
📡 News
4.6😞(3.3K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access breaking news and in-depth coverage from India and around the world. Stay informed on politics, business, sports, technology, and current events with reliable reporting. Get instant notifications and hyperlocal updates.

What We Love

  • 👍 Excellent news coverage
  • 🚀 Smooth and quick app
  • 🔒 Robust security features

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes frequently
  • 🔍 Poor search functionality
  • 📱 Not optimized for iPad
TOI Breaking News App & ePaper#3

TOI Breaking News App & ePaper by Times Internet Limited

TOI Daily ePaper & Live News
Worth Considering
📡 News
3.8😞(3.3K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Stay informed with breaking news and trending stories from India and around the world. Access in-depth coverage, live TV, photos, and videos across various categories. Offers personalized feeds and exclusive content for subscribers.

What We Love

  • 🗞️ Informative and detailed news coverage
  • 🔍 Comprehensive and up-to-date content
  • 🌐 Global news perspective

Room to Improve

  • 💢 Excessive and intrusive advertisements
  • 🤖 Biased and sensationalized reporting
  • 🔍 Lack of in-depth investigative journalism

More India News apps to explore

4
Indian Express News + Epaper
Indian Express News + Epaper
Indian Express News + Epaper
The Indian Express Group
Free

Access in-depth news analysis, clear explainers, and unbiased reporting from a trusted source for over 90 years. Stay informed on politics, world affairs, sports, tech, and more with a clean, ad-lite experience and offline reading capabilities.

In-depth analysis and explainersComprehensive news coverageDaily e-paper edition
📡 News
(2.6K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Aaj Tak Live Hindi News India
Aaj Tak Live Hindi News India
Aaj Tak Live Hindi News India
Official News App of AajTak TV
Free

Access live Hindi news, breaking updates, and in-depth analysis on politics, sports, entertainment, and more. Watch live TV, listen to news radio, and get personalized content. Stay informed with real-time notifications and share stories easily.

Live TV streamingBreaking news alertsNews reels and video library
📡 News
(314)
free with in-app purchases
6
Google News
Google News
Google News
Top world & local news stories
Free

This app aggregates and highlights global and local news stories tailored to your interests. It provides personalized briefings, in-depth coverage from multiple sources, and allows you to follow specific topics and news outlets. Stay informed on the go or on your desktop.

Personalized news briefingsLocal news from your areaFull coverage with multiple perspectives
📡 News
(226K)
free with in-app purchases
7
India TV: Hindi News Live App
India TV: Hindi News Live App
India TV: Hindi News Live App
by IndiaTV Interactive Media Private Limited
Free

Access live Hindi news, breaking alerts, and in-depth analysis on national, international, business, and lifestyle topics. Stay updated with political decisions, sports, and entertainment news, including movie reviews and horoscopes.

Live TV streamingBreaking news alertsVoice search
📡 News
(2.5K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Inshorts
Inshorts
Inshorts
60 words News Summary
Free

Stay informed with concise news summaries, each 60 words or less. Get factual updates on national and international events, finance, sports, and more, all presented without opinions or clutter. Easily browse personalized feeds, follow unfolding stories, and access full articles with a tap.

60-word news summariesPersonalized news feedFinance and stock market updates
📡 News
(3K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Hindustan Times: Live News App
Hindustan Times: Live News App
Hindustan Times: Live News App
Stay Updated with Latest News
Free

Get the latest national, global, and city news with comprehensive coverage and in-depth analysis. This app offers breaking news alerts, personalized feeds, and multimedia content from a trusted source with over 100 years of journalistic experience.

Live breaking news notificationsPersonalized news feedMultimedia content (video, podcasts, galleries)
📡 News
(1.4K)
freemium
10
IndiaNews - Latest News
IndiaNews - Latest News
IndiaNews - Latest News
Latest News & Updates
Free
📡 News
(0)
11
WION News- Live World News
WION News- Live World News
WION News- Live World News
US & South Asia, India News
Free

Access global news, including US headlines, South Asian perspectives, and breaking alerts. Watch live TV coverage, read in-depth articles, and stay updated on politics, entertainment, sports, and technology.

Breaking news alertsLive TV coverageIn-depth articles and analysis
📡 News
(1.1K)
free with in-app purchases
12
AP News
AP News
AP News
Breaking World & Local News
Free

Get breaking world and local news, along with trending headlines. This app offers a personalized news feed, custom alerts, and in-depth content hubs for major events. Access award-winning photos, videos, and articles.

Breaking news updatesLocal news coveragePersonalized news feed
📡 News
(359K)
ad-supported
13
India News in English Today
India News in English Today
India News in English Today
by Juicestand Inc
Free

Stay updated with breaking news from India, covering economy, international relations, technology, and sports. Get local updates from major cities and informative videos. Upgrade for an ad-free experience and expanded coverage.

Breaking India news in EnglishLocal news from top citiesInternational relations coverage
📡 News
(3)
free with in-app purchases
14
Breaking News - India
Breaking News - India
Breaking News - India
by Maneesh Yadav
Free

Stay updated with the latest news from popular Indian sources. This app offers a simple UI to scan top headlines and get quick summaries, with news available in multiple languages.

Latest news from popular Indian sourcesMulti-language news selectionSimple UI for news viewing
📡 News
(127)
ad-supported
15
India News: Latest Updates Now
India News: Latest Updates Now
India News: Latest Updates Now
India News: Breaking Stories
Free

Stay informed with breaking news, videos, and stories from top Indian sources. Customize your feed, receive push notifications, and engage with the community through comments and polls. Save articles for later and block unwanted sources.

News summary feed with no repeat storiesPush notifications for categories/topicsCustomizable news feed
📡 News
(8)
free with in-app purchases
16
NewsBuzz - Get detailed news from India & World
NewsBuzz - Get detailed news from India & World
NewsBuzz - Get detailed news from India & World
by Rohit Iyer
Free

Access comprehensive news from India and around the world, covering politics, sports, technology, and more. Stay updated with breaking headlines and personalized local news through an easy-to-navigate interface.

Politics, sports, technology, business newsLocal news and weather updatesLive breaking news
📡 News
(1)
free
17
Live India News
Live India News
Live India News
by Mediology Software Private Limited
Free
📡 News
(0)
18
Dastak Times News
Dastak Times News
Dastak Times News
Dastak Times News
Free
📡 News
(0)
19
K News India
K News India
K News India
by Hiren K Gajjar
Free
📡 News
(0)
20
Dailyhunt - News & Magazines
Dailyhunt - News & Magazines
Dailyhunt - News & Magazines
Short news, Magazines, Cricket
Free

Stay updated with breaking news, short news summaries, and viral videos in multiple Indian languages. Access premium magazines and e-newspapers with an ad-free experience. Get personalized news feeds and instant alerts for local and national events.

Short news summaries with images and videosUnlimited premium magazines and e-newspapers100% ad-free premium news experience
📡 News
(2.9K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about India News

What are the best india news apps for iPhone?
NDTV News tops our india news apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 4.3K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top india news apps we rank are free to download, including NDTV News and The Hindu : India & World News.
NDTV News shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 247+ india news apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides a wide range of news including politics, sports, entertainment, technology, business, and opinions. You can access stories from India and around the world, covering city and state news, elections, and major sporting events. It also includes movie reviews and gossip.
Key features include access to news in English, Hindi, and Marathi, live TV streaming of various NDTV channels, news podcasts, customizable breaking news alerts, home screen widgets, and an optional ad-free premium experience.

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