Telecom Industry
Vodafone Idea 5G Rollout Momentum in March 2025, DoT Data Shows
India saw a significant rise in 5G base station (BTS) additions in March 2025, primarily driven by Vodafone Idea’s (Vi) initial 5G deployments, according to the latest data from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). The total number of installed 5G sites reached 4,74,000 by the end of March, reflecting an addition of 4,400 sites in […]
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India’s Telecom Sector Eyes Another Tariff Hike by End-2025: Bernstein
India’s leading telecom operators may introduce another round of tariff hikes by the end of 2025, as part of ongoing efforts to improve sector profitability. According to global brokerage firm Bernstein, this move could act as a major growth catalyst and improve revenue predictability across the industry. Tariff Hikes Expected by November–December 2025 Bernstein anticipates […]
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Vodafone Idea’s Revival Will Boost Telecom Competition, Says Ericsson CEO
Swedish telecom giant Ericsson is doubling down on India’s long-term growth, buoyed by recent network agreements with Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea. Borje Ekholm, President and CEO of Ericsson, expressed optimism that a financially stronger Vodafone Idea could enhance market competitiveness and contribute to a healthier telecom ecosystem. India: A Strategic Growth Market for Ericsson […]
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Reliance Jio’s Budget-Friendly Plan with 2.5GB Daily Data
Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, offers one of the most affordable plans with 2.5GB of daily data—priced at just ₹399. If you’re someone who consumes a lot of data daily and wants unlimited 5G access without spending too much, this plan is definitely worth considering. However, the plan is best suited for users living […]
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Vodafone Idea Share Price to go at Rs 12, Says Citi
Global brokerage firm Citi has maintained a ‘Buy (High Risk)’ rating on Vodafone Idea (Vi), setting a target price of ₹12. In its April 13, 2025 research note, Citi said the recent government move to convert ₹36,950 crore worth of Vi’s spectrum dues into equity—resulting in a 49% government stake—could provide crucial momentum for the […]
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Airtel Blinkit Teams Up for 10 Minute SIM Card Delivery
Bharti Airtel has joined hands with Blinkit to offer 10-minute doorstep delivery of prepaid and postpaid SIM cards across 16 cities in India. This initiative is aimed at making mobile connectivity more accessible, including support for mobile number portability (MNP), allowing users to switch from other networks with ease. Customers will be required to pay […]
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Bharti Hexacom’s Tower Deal with Indus Stalls, Market to Watch Stock Movement
Shares of Bharti Hexacom Ltd. will be in the spotlight on Friday, April 11, after the company announced it has temporarily paused its plan to sell 3,400 telecom towers to Indus Towers for ₹1,134 crore. The move comes after an intervention by Telecommunications Consultants India Limited (TCIL) — a Government of India entity that holds […]
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IPL News: Vodafone Idea Gives 5G Services in 11 Stadiums
After a successful 5G launch in Mumbai, leading telecom operator Vi has now rolled out its 5G services across major cricket stadiums in 11 cities—just in time for the ongoing India T20 League (March to May). Fans attending matches in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Visakhapatnam can now enjoy […]
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Government Stake in Vi Confirmed
Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) has issued 36.95 billion equity shares to the Government of India, represented by the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM), following approval under Section 62(4) of the Companies Act, 2013. The allotment, cleared by the company’s Capital Raising Committee on April 8, 2025, is valued at ₹36,950 crore, with […]
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Vodafone Idea 5G to be Launched in Additional 4 Regions
Vodafone Idea (Vi) launched its 5G services in March, starting with the Mumbai circle. In April 2025, the telco confirmed plans to expand its 5G footprint to more circles, including Bihar, Delhi, Karnataka, and Punjab—bringing the total to five circles. While it’s unclear if additional regions will be added this month, Vi has already fulfilled […]
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