Author: Bharatnet
Vodafone Idea 479 Plan Updated Details Here
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has made changes to its Rs 479 prepaid plan, reducing both its validity and benefits, effectively making it more expensive for users. This move aligns with the telecom industry’s efforts to increase tariff prices and improve their average revenue per user (ARPU), leading to better revenue and margins. Previously offering 56 days […]
Read MoreVodafone Idea Share Price- 6 December 2024
As of December 6, 2024, Vodafone Idea’s share price stands at ₹8.12, reflecting a modest increase of 0.74% in the past 24 hours. In the previous trading session on December 5, the stock reached an intraday high of ₹8.79 and a low of ₹8.04, closing at ₹8.08. The company’s market capitalization is approximately ₹56,317.45 crore. […]
Read MoreIndus Towers Share Price- 6 December 2024
Indus Towers shares extended their winning streak for the fourth consecutive session on Friday, defying market caution surrounding the RBI’s MPC decision. At the time of writing, the stock was trading up 0.19% at ₹364.2 per share, reflecting a gain of ₹0.7. Over the past four trading sessions, Indus Towers has surged by 8%, marking […]
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Vodafone Group Completes Exit from Indus Towers with ₹2,802 Crore Block Deal
Shares worth ₹2,802 crore of Indus Towers were sold in a block deal on December 5, with Vodafone Group Plc likely divesting its remaining 3% stake in the telecom infrastructure company. Approximately 8 crore shares changed hands at an average price of ₹354 per share. Following the transaction, Indus Towers’ stock surged 5% in early […]
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India’s Strategic Role in Global Submarine Cable Infrastructure Highlighted by Ministry of Communications
Submarine telecommunication cables carry about 99% of global internet traffic, enabling essential services and seamless connectivity. By 2024, over 500 active and planned submarine cable systems are operational, handling massive data transmission with remarkable efficiency. However, these cables are highly vulnerable, with 150–200 faults reported globally each year due to fishing, anchoring, natural hazards, and […]
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Subscriber Churn Persists: Are Private Telcos Rethinking Tariff Hikes?
This July, the telcos had finally mustered up the courage to hike tariffs after a 30-month wait. Airtel and Vi announced a 21 percent hike, while Jio raised them by 12-25 percent. The subscriber churn has not stopped ever since. India’s mobile service market has lost 16.81 million connections since July. RJio, Airtel, and Vi […]
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Globalstar Receives 15-Year FCC Authorization Renewal for Satellite Operations
Globalstar announced that the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has granted a 15-year renewal of its authorization for GUSA Licensee LLC to operate a variety of mobile earth terminals with its U.S. and French-licensed NGSO satellites across the United States and its territories. This reauthorization allows Globalstar to expand its ancillary terrestrial network footprint […]
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DoT Awaits TRAI’s Recommendations on Satellite Spectrum Allocation
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has sought recommendations from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on norms for allocating satellite spectrum, as informed in Parliament on Wednesday. The government plans to allocate satellite communication spectrum through an administrative process, unlike telecom operators, who must acquire spectrum via auctions. Minister of State for Communications, […]
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Airtel Ericsson Deal of Multi-Billion Dollar Extended
Ericsson has signed a multi-year, multi-billion-dollar extension agreement with Bharti Airtel to provide radio access network (RAN) products and solutions for its 4G and 5G networks. The agreement includes the deployment of centralized RAN and Open RAN-ready solutions to enhance network capacity and coverage. Under the deal, Ericsson will also deliver software upgrades for […]
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UAE Allocates 6 GHz and 600 MHz and Bands for IMT
The UAE has allocated the 600 MHz and 6 GHz frequency bands for International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT) systems, aiming to enhance its telecommunications sector. Announced by the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), this initiative positions the UAE among the first countries globally to adopt these frequencies, aligning with the resolutions of the World […]
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