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Telecom Industry

Vodafone Stake Sold to Bharti Enterprises

Bharti Enterprises, the parent company of India’s leading mobile operator Bharti Airtel Ltd., announced that one of its group companies had acquired a 4.99 percent stake in the telecom firm from Vodafone. In February, Vodafone had obtained a controlling stake in rival Hutchison Essar. At that time, Bharti stated it had an agreement to purchase […]

Broadband

Vodafone Idea and Asianet Launch Vi One in Kerala: Plan Details Here

Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), a leading Indian telecom operator, has partnered with Asianet, a regional internet service provider based in Kerala, to launch the Vi One service. This service provides customers with both a mobile connection and a fiber broadband connection. Since Vi’s You Broadband service does not operate nationwide, the partnership with Asianet allows […]

Telecom Infrastructure

Budget 2024: Cost of 4G and 5G Network Rollouts Set to Rise with Customs Duty Increase

The upcoming rollouts of 4G and 5G networks are expected to become more expensive, following Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s proposal to increase the basic customs duty (BCD) on printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) from 10% to 15% in the Budget 2024-25. PCBAs are a crucial component in various telecom equipment, including mobile base stations, and […]

Telecom Industry

Vodafone Idea Losses Subscribers in May 2024- TRAI Data

Vodafone Idea (Vi) continues to lose customers despite significant fundraising efforts. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India’s (TRAI) latest monthly performance report reveals that Vi lost 1.67 million active subscribers in May 2024. Additionally, Vi’s overall subscriber base decreased by 0.92 million users. The upcoming quarterly results will provide insights into the number of 4G […]

Broadband

You Broadband 30 Mbps Plan Explained

If you’re looking for a broadband connection that is both affordable and provides quality service, then Vodafone Idea-owned You Broadband can be a perfect choice for you. Many consumers in India, opt for the entry-level 30 Mbps broadband plan. This is because it suits their budget and also the speed requirement for their home devices. […]

Telecom Industry

Jio Tops Wireline Subscriber Additions in May 2024: TRAI

Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, continued its lead in the wireline category by adding the most subscribers in May 2024, according to the latest TRAI (Telecom Regulatory Authority of India) performance indicator report. Jio’s dominant position in the wireline market is further solidified with this growth, making it increasingly challenging for competitors to catch […]

Regulatory

DoT Issues Payment Notices to Telcos for 5G Spectrum Acquired in June Auctions

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) issued demand notices to telecom operators Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea, instructing them to pay for the spectrum acquired in the recent auctions. The telecom operators have until July 26 to make their payments, either in 20 equal yearly installments or by settling the amount in one lump sum. They […]

Telecom Industry

Spectrum Auction 2024 News: Vodafone Idea Acquires 50 MHz Spectrum

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced the acquisition of 50 MHz of spectrum across low-band (900 MHz) and mid-band (1800 MHz and 2500 MHz) frequencies in 11 circles, amounting to Rs 3,510 crore in the latest spectrum auction. The government auctioned a total of 10,522.35 MHz across eight bands, valued at Rs 96,238.45 crore at reserve […]

Telecom Industry

Spectrum Auction 2024 Worth Rs 96k Crores to be Held Tomorrow

The telecom spectrum auction for eight bands is scheduled for June 25. According to Antique Stock Broking, the bidding is unlikely to be vigorous. The brokerage predicts that Bharti Airtel may bid for some of its expiring spectrum valued at Rs 3,820 crore, while Jio will be selective, basing its bids on data traffic flow […]