Telecom Industry
CNAP Caller ID to be Implemented by Telcos by March 2026
Summary:India’s major telecom operators — Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) — have been directed to fully implement the Caller Name Presentation (CNAP) system by March 2026. The initiative, aimed at curbing spam and fraudulent calls, will allow users to see the caller’s name along with the number during incoming calls. The rollout timeline has […]
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Reliance Jio Offers Free Google Gemini Pro Subscription for its Users
Summary:Google and Reliance have announced a major partnership to offer Google AI Pro, valued at ₹35,100, free for 18 months to eligible Reliance Jio users. The rollout begins with 5G users aged 18–25, granting them premium AI capabilities, enhanced cloud storage, and advanced generative AI tools — democratizing access to AI for millions in India. […]
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Telecom Subscription Data September 2025- Total of 1.23 Billion Subscribers as Broadband Usage Soars
Summary:According to the latest data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), the total number of telecom subscribers in India reached 1,228.94 million as of September 30, 2025. The report highlights steady growth across wireless and broadband segments, with tele-density at 86.65% and broadband users nearing 1 billion, signaling India’s strong progress in […]
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Indus Towers Prepares Dividend Plans, Awaits Regulatory Clarity on Vodafone Idea
Indus Towers is preparing to resume dividend payouts by the end of the fiscal year, but the company remains cautious due to lingering regulatory uncertainty around Vodafone Idea’s AGR (Adjusted Gross Revenue) dues. While Indus has strong cash flow, it is waiting for clarity on Vi’s liabilities before finalizing the distribution. Simultaneously, it is expanding […]
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Positive Outcome for Vodafone Idea in AGR Dues News; Vodafone Idea Shares Gains Quickly
Summary:The Supreme Court of India has granted Vodafone Idea (Vi) a significant reprieve by allowing the central government to reconsider its AGR (Adjusted Gross Revenue) dues. This opens a window for potential reassessment of the telecom company’s liabilities, a vital relief for Vi, which has been under deep financial stress. In a major relief to […]
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Bharti Airtel Partners with IBM to Boost Airtel Cloud with AI and Hybrid Solutions
Summary:Bharti Airtel has partnered with IBM to strengthen its Airtel Cloud platform by integrating IBM’s hybrid cloud and AI technologies. This collaboration will help enterprises, especially in regulated sectors like banking, healthcare, and government, modernize operations and manage AI workloads more securely and efficiently. Airtel and IBM Join Forces for Smarter Cloud Bharti Airtel announced […]
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Vodafone Idea AGR Dues Hearing Now on 27 October; Vi Shares Dips
Vodafone Idea’s AGR Case Update The Supreme Court has deferred Vodafone Idea’s plea challenging the ₹5,606 crore AGR demand for FY 2016–17, directing the Centre to present a clear stance when the matter resumes after Diwali. #CourtCorner | #VodafoneIdea AGR case hearing deferred again, to be taken up after #Diwali pic.twitter.com/3WTtNagv6j — CNBC-TV18 (@CNBCTV18Live) October […]
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India Aims to Make Telecom Sector 20% of GDP by 2035: Scindia at IMC 2025
Summary:At India Mobile Congress 2025, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced that India’s telecom and digital sectors could account for 20% of the nation’s GDP within the next decade, highlighting India’s rapid digital transformation, rising subscriber base, and domestic telecom innovations. Telecom’s Growing Role in India’s Economy Scindia pointed that India already has 1.2 billion mobile […]
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Vodafone Idea Launches Vi Protect in IMC 2025
Summary:Vodafone Idea Limited (Vi) has launched Vi Protect, an AI-powered safety and cyber defense solution for clients and businesses, designed to stumble on voice spam and protect networks. Introduced on the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025, Vi Protect enhances call security and network resilience, showcasing Vi’s push towards smarter, safer digital connectivity. Vi Protect: AI-Powered […]
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Vodafone Idea AGR dues hearing on 13 October; Vi Shares Surges
Summary:Vodafone Idea is seeking Supreme Court to waive interest, penalties related to Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues. Apex court will hear the petition on October 13, 2025. As of 8th Oct 2025, Vodafone Idea surged about 11% over the past week and about 21% over the past week, reflecting the spirit of strong investors before […]
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