# The News Source > Fast, reliable local news with notifications and reader comments. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.thenewssource.app](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.thenewssource.app) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.thenewssource.app` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** The News Source - **Category:** NEWS\_AND\_MAGAZINES - **Downloads:** 11 - **Version:** 1.3 - **Last updated:** 2026-08-15 - **First published:** 2026-08-15 - **Publisher country:** IN - **Size:** 7.14 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-14 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thenewssource.app) - **Website:** [https://thenewssource.in](https://thenewssource.in/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://thenewssource.in/page/privacy-policy/](https://thenewssource.in/page/privacy-policy/) ## Description The News Source brings you local news, straight from the ground β€” fast, reliable reporting on the stories that matter to your community.

Stay informed with timely coverage of local events, politics, culture, and everyday happenings, all in one simple, easy-to-use app.

FEATURES

πŸ“° Latest News
Browse fresh articles as they're published, organized by category so you can quickly find what matters to you.

πŸ”” Push Notifications
Get notified the moment breaking news or major stories go live β€” never miss an update.

πŸ’¬ Join the Conversation
Share your thoughts by commenting on articles and see what others in your community are saying.

πŸ“± Clean, Simple Reading Experience
A distraction-free layout built for easy reading, whether you're catching up in a few spare minutes or reading in depth.

WHY THE NEWS SOURCE

The News Source is committed to accurate, timely reporting on the issues and events that shape your community. Our goal is simple: keep you informed, quickly and reliably.

The app is free to use and supported by advertising, which helps us continue delivering the news you rely on.

PERMISSIONS & DATA

The News Source may show ads and send optional push notifications to keep you updated. You can manage notification preferences at any time from your device settings. For details on what information is collected and how it's used, please see our Privacy Policy.

FEEDBACK

We're always working to improve The News Source. If you run into any issues or have suggestions, please reach out to us β€” we'd love to hear from you.

Download The News Source today and stay connected to the news that matters most. ## Rankings - #2,788,447 β€” Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE` - `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE` - `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE` - `com.thenewssource.app.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.thenewssource.app.permission.C2D_MESSAGE` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE` ## Similar extensions and apps - [The Source News](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.thesourcenews.app) β€” 50 users - [The Source Newspaper & Mag](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.thesourcenews) β€” 3 users - [Local News - Breaking News](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.anynews.global) β€” 56,897 users, 4.53 / 5 - [Local News: Breaking & Latest](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.localnews.android.en) β€” 5,354 users, 4.55 / 5 - [Daily News - Local and timely](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.supertools.dailynews) β€” 2,277,045 users, 4.20 / 5 - [Local News: Breaking & Alerts](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.local.news.police.safety) β€” 102,584 users, 4.45 / 5 - [Snap News: Local & Alerts](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.best.snap.news) β€” 313,931 users, 4.49 / 5 - [SnapNews](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.newsapps) β€” 31 users - [ローカルニγƒ₯γƒΌγ‚Ή](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.novanews.android.localnews.jp) β€” 4,319,478 users - [Newsfeed - Breaking News](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.newsfeed.luminova.localnews) β€” 17,510 users - [Local News - Latest & Breaking](https://chrome-stats.com/d/news.local.latest.newsbreak.free.app) β€” 24,015 users, 4.37 / 5 - [Breaking Local News](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.news.app.global.bite) β€” 965,608 users, 4.60 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.thenewssource.app)