Telecom Industry
Airtel’s Evaluation Raises Questions on Taara Technology for Backhaul Deployment
Bharti Airtel, India’s second-largest telecom operator, is reconsidering Taara as its primary choice for wireless backhaul technology. Taara, developed by Alphabet, Google’s parent company, was initially intended to be the backhaul for Airtel’s 4G/5G services. However, field trials revealed limitations, particularly in terms of efficiency during adverse weather conditions. Airtel found that Taara’s performance declines […]
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Despite Reduction in 5G Capital Expenditure, Jio and Airtel’s Free Cash Flow Generation Expected to Remain Limited in 2024, Says Fitch Ratings
The capital expenditure on 5G by Indian telecom giants Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel is expected to decrease from 37% of revenue in the previous fiscal year to 35% in the current fiscal year, according to a research report by Fitch Ratings on December 2. While this reduction is noted, Fitch points out that it […]
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Bharti Telecom Boosts Ownership Stake in Bharti Airtel
Bharti Telecom Limited (BTL), a major stakeholder in Bharti Airtel, has augmented its ownership in the telecom giant through a block deal on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), involving an aggregate sum of Rs 8,301.73 crore. The transaction saw BTL acquiring an additional 1.35% stake in the telecom operator from Indian Continent Investment Limited (ICIL). […]
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Vodafone Idea Collaborates with Job Hai to Enhance Job Search Experience on Vi App
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has entered into a collaboration with Job Hai, a blue-collar recruitment platform under Info Edge (India), to integrate Job Hai into Vi Jobs and Education on the Vi App. This integration aims to enhance job seekers’ access to opportunities, particularly for the youth. Job Hai currently features numerous vacancies from tier 1 […]
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Airtel’s Strategic Embrace of Industrial G for Post-5G Growth
After the successful rollout of 5G services for mobile users, Airtel is strategically shifting its focus to industrial G for future growth. Recognizing that innovations in the mobile space have reached a plateau, the telecom operator sees the potential for significant advancements in industrial applications, particularly in the Internet of Things (IoT) arena. A top […]
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Jio Alleges Indian Telcos Using Unfair Means to Prevent User Porting
India recorded an impressive wireless broadband user base of 840.12 million as of August 31, 2023. Interestingly, the implementation of Mobile Number Portability (MNP) has witnessed a substantial 877.43 million requests by the same date, allowing users to switch telecom operators while retaining their phone numbers. However, a report from thehindubusinessline reveals a concerning trend […]
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Vodafone Idea’s Surge in 4G Subscribers: A Boost from Government Initiative
In Q2 FY24, Vodafone Idea (Vi), India’s third-largest telecom operator, experienced a significant boost through a government initiative in collaboration with the Rajasthan government. The partnership aimed to provide free smartphones and mobile connections to females in the state under the scheme known as Indira Gandhi Smartphone Yojna (IGSY). This strategic move by the government, […]
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Indian Government Considers Overhaul of Telecom PLI Scheme
The Indian government is considering an overhaul of the telecom production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme, which was initially introduced in February 2021. With an allocated budget of Rs 12,195 crore, the scheme aimed to boost telecom manufacturing in the country. However, in FY 23, less than half of the 42 participating companies could meet their targets, […]
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Bharti Airtel Enhances eSIM Upgrade Process; CEO Encourages Transition to eSIM
Bharti Airtel Simplifies Transition to e-SIM Bharti Airtel has recently streamlined the process of upgrading from a physical SIM to an eSIM, as reported by TelecomTalk. This development was also emphasised by Gopal Vittal, the CEO and MD of Bharti Airtel, during the recent earnings call. Advancements in Mobile Technology In an email to […]
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Jio and Airtel Identified as Direct Investment Paths for India’s Digitalization by CLSA
Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, as prominent telecom operators in India boasting extensive user bases, represent direct investment avenues for those seeking to capitalize on the country’s digitalization, according to global brokerage firm CLSA. Both companies have embarked on the deployment of 5G services, aiming for rapid nationwide coverage. The impending Initial Public Offering (IPO) […]
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