Tariff Plans
Ambit Capital Expects Indian Telecom Operators to Increase Tariffs by 15% in December 2026, with Further Hikes Every Two Years
Summary: Ambit Capital expects Indian telecom operators to raise mobile tariffs by 15% in December 2026, followed by 12% increases every two years, citing weak industry returns, Vodafone Idea’s financial needs and Reliance Jio’s investment targets. The brokerage projects annual ARPU growth of 9–12% through FY28 and highlights recent Airtel plan changes as early signs […]
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Jio’s Rs 500 Recharge Compared with Airtel’s Rs 489 Plan: Which Offers Better Value?
Summary: Reliance Jio’s Rs 500 prepaid plan offers 28 days of validity, 2GB of daily data, unlimited calls, unlimited 5G data, daily SMS and multiple OTT, AI and cloud storage benefits. In comparison, Airtel’s Rs 489 plan provides 77 days of validity, 6GB of total data, unlimited calls and 600 SMS, but fewer additional benefits. […]
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Airtel Leads Telecom Industry With Voice-Only Plans Under New TRAI Guidelines
Summary: Bharti Airtel has introduced three voice-and-SMS-only prepaid plans priced at Rs 185, Rs 203 and Rs 206, becoming the first telecom operator to roll out shorter-duration options under TRAI’s revised framework. All three offer unlimited local, STD and roaming calls, 300 SMS and complimentary HelloTunes, with validity of 28 days, 30 days and one […]
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BSNL Extends Its Re 1 Offer for Customers
Summary: Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has extended its Re 1 Freedom 2.0 prepaid offer until November 9, 2026, providing new customers with unlimited voice calls, 100 SMS per day and 1GB of daily data for 24 days. The offer is available through BSNL customer service centres and authorised retailers, but cannot be claimed again […]
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Airtel’s Rs 2,249 Recharge Offers 365-Day Validity, but What Are the Limitations?
Summary: Bharti Airtel’s Rs 2,249 prepaid plan provides 365 days of validity, unlimited calls, 30GB of 4G data and 3,600 SMS, along with 12 months of Adobe Express Premium, Airtel Safe Network protection and Airtel Xstream Play access. However, it does not include 5G connectivity and offers limited data compared with other annual plans. Customers […]
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TRAI Report: India’s Telecom Adjusted Gross Revenue Grows 9.19% to Rs 887.96 Billion in June Quarter
Summary: India’s telecom sector recorded adjusted gross revenue of Rs 887.96 billion in the April–June 2026 quarter, up 9.19% year on year, according to TRAI. Reliance Jio led access services with a 44.62% market share, followed by Bharti Group at 40.03% and Vodafone Idea at 11.35%. The sector also saw growth in gross revenue, internet […]
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Indian Telecom Operators Could Raise Tariffs by 12–15% Within the Next 4–5 Months: Report
Summary: India’s telecom industry could see another 12–15% tariff increase over the next four to five months, according to Centrum Institutional Research, as market consolidation improves pricing conditions. Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea are expected to see ARPU growth in Q2FY27, with Jio and Airtel likely to continue gaining subscribers. Jio is projected […]
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TRAI Directs Telecom Companies to Add a Dedicated TRAI-Mandated Packs Section to Websites and Apps
Summary: TRAI has directed telecom operators to create a clearly visible “TRAI-Mandated Packs” section as the first tab under the prepaid recharge area of their websites and mobile apps. The move follows consumer complaints that mandated vouchers were difficult to find because they were placed under different categories or required multiple screens to access. Operators […]
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Reliance Jio’s Rs 449 Plan Stands Out as a Strong Choice for Families
Summary: Reliance Jio’s Rs 449 postpaid plan allows customers to add up to three family SIMs under one account, making it a family-focused option. The primary user gets 75GB of data, while each additional SIM receives 5GB, along with unlimited calling and 100 SMS per day. The plan also includes JioHotstar Mobile + Hollywood, 50GB […]
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TRAI Urges Telecom Operators to Introduce More Affordable Voice and SMS-Only Plans
Summary: TRAI has directed telecom operators to introduce more affordable voice-and-SMS-only prepaid plans, including shorter-validity options of up to 30 days and at least one plan valid for more than 30 days. The move is intended to give consumers, particularly those who do not need mobile data, greater flexibility and budget-friendly recharge choices. Existing voice-and-SMS […]
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