Building a Google News-ready blog doesn’t have to be complicated. With Elementor on WordPress, Indian bloggers can design professional layouts, optimize for SEO, and meet Google News standards quickly. This guide walks you through the essential steps to get your site noticed in 2025.
India Snapshot
| Tool/Service | Price | Approx INR | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementor Free | ₹0 | Free | Hobby blogs, beginners |
| Elementor Pro | $59/yr (~₹4,900) | ~₹5,000 | Professional blogs, news sites |
| Hosting (India) | ₹250–₹1,500/mo | Variable | SMEs, publishers |
Get Elementor Pro and start building your Google News-ready blog today.
What Google News Expects
To be accepted in Google News or Discover, blogs must:
- Use clear editorial bylines and About/Contact pages.
- Follow technical SEO (fast load, schema markup, permanent URLs).
- Have original, timely content updated frequently.
- Provide author bios and editorial policies.
Why Elementor Works
- No-Code Design → Drag-and-drop builder for news-style layouts.
- Schema & SEO Plugins → Works with Rank Math or Yoast for NewsArticle schema.
- Mobile-First Templates → Google favors Core Web Vitals performance.
- Customization → Add blocks for Author Bio, Related Posts, Breaking News tickers.
Step-by-Step Setup
Step 1: Hosting & WordPress
Choose a fast host with Indian servers (e.g., Hostinger, Bluehost India).
Step 2: Install Elementor
Start with free, upgrade to Pro for templates.
Step 3: Add SEO Plugin
Install Rank Math Pro for Google News sitemap + schema.
Step 4: Editorial Setup
Create About, Contact, Author pages.
Step 5: Submit to Google Publisher Center
Use structured data and sitemap to apply for inclusion.
Example: A Local News Blog in India
- A Jaipur-based finance blogger set up WordPress + Elementor Pro.
- Added editorial pages, schema with Rank Math, and published 5 fresh posts daily.
- Approved into Google News within 8 weeks, with traffic doubling in Discover.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Affordable setup.
- Google News compliance possible.
- Huge template library.
Cons
- Requires consistent publishing.
- Schema setup needs plugins.
- USD pricing for Elementor Pro.
Elementor makes it possible for Indian bloggers to create a Google News eligible site without coding. With the right SEO setup, editorial pages, and consistent publishing, you can qualify for Google News and boost Discover traffic.
Get Elementor Pro and start building your news-ready blog today.
