Year: 2025
Government’s Decision on Dues-to-Equity Conversion Sparks Industry Concerns
The government’s move to allow telecom licensees to convert statutory dues—including spectrum and adjusted gross revenue (AGR) liabilities—into equity has sparked calls for safeguards to prevent potential misuse, according to a recent report. Industry Reactions to the Centre’s Policy Shift Following the Centre’s decision to convert Vodafone Idea’s ₹36,950 crore spectrum dues into government equity, […]
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Airtel to Launch 2nd-Gen 4K Xstream IPTV Set-Top Box with Enhanced Performance
Airtel recently entered the Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) space, allowing users to enjoy live TV channels and OTT content seamlessly through their broadband connection. Alongside this launch, Airtel introduced its first 4K Xstream IPTV set-top box powered by the Amlogic S905Y5 SoC. Now, the company is preparing to roll out a new and improved 4K […]
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Airtel International Roaming Pack with Unlimited Data
Bharti Airtel has expanded its international roaming (IR) offerings with the launch of India’s first unlimited international roaming plan that works seamlessly both overseas and within India. The telecom giant aims to simplify global connectivity with a single, affordable pack designed for convenience across 189 countries, according to a statement released on Friday, April 25. […]
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Vodafone Idea Cisco Deal for 4G, 5G Boost
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced a strategic partnership with global technology leader Cisco to modernize its network infrastructure. The initiative aims to enhance network agility, scalability, and operational efficiency while significantly improving digital experiences for both individual and enterprise users. Deploying a Next-Gen MPLS Transport Network Under this collaboration, Vi will roll out a Multiprotocol […]
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After Vodafone Idea Government Equity Conversion, Airtel Demands the Same
Bharti Airtel has reportedly approached the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to convert a portion of its statutory dues into equity, leveraging provisions from the government’s 2021 telecom reforms package. The move aims to ensure a level playing field in the sector following the government’s decision to convert Vodafone Idea’s dues into equity, which increased its […]
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Satcom Players Push DoT for Faster Provisional Spectrum Allocation
India’s satellite communications (satcom) industry has called on the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to fast-track the provisional allotment of satellite spectrum. This would pave the way for Bharti Group-backed Eutelsat OneWeb and the Reliance Jio-SES alliance—both of which have secured the necessary government approvals—to commercially launch satellite internet services in the country. NGSO Operators Ready, […]
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Mumbai Metro News- Telcos Decline Unviable IBS Rates Proposed by MMRCL Partner, Offer Interim Connectivity Solution
Telecom operators Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea have informed the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRCL) that they are unable to provide In-Building Solutions (IBS) at the “unviable rates” proposed by MMRCL’s selected partner, ACES. The issue concerns the deployment of IBS infrastructure across the Mumbai Metro network, including underground stations and tunnels. In […]
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Ericsson to Localize Passive Antenna Production in India by June 2025
Ericsson Antenna System (EAS), a business unit of Swedish telecom giant Ericsson, is set to fully localize the production of passive antennas in India by June 2025. This strategic move, in partnership with Indian technology firm VVDN Technologies, marks a major expansion of Ericsson’s manufacturing footprint in the region and reinforces India’s growing role as […]
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Vodafone Idea Gets Credit Rating Boost, Paving Way for Crucial Debt Raise
Vodafone Idea’s prospects for securing its long-awaited ₹25,000 crore debt raise received a major boost after Care Ratings upgraded its credit rating to BBB- from BB+. The upgrade brings the telco back to investment grade, a key requirement for banks to extend large-scale funding. In a regulatory filing on Monday, Vi confirmed the rating revision, […]
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TRAI Sets Guidelines for Critical IoT Use and SIM Transfer Regulations
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued fresh recommendations addressing critical services in the Machine-to-Machine (M2M) sector and the transfer of ownership of M2M SIMs. These recommendations follow a reference from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) dated January 1, 2024, seeking a review of TRAI’s earlier guidelines from September 2017. Background and Consultation […]
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