Vodafone Idea
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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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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Vodafone Idea Rs 340 Prepaid Plan Launched
Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), India’s third-largest telecom operator, has introduced a new prepaid plan priced at ₹340. While the cost may initially seem reasonable, a closer look at the benefits and validity reveals that it’s not exactly a budget-friendly option. The ₹340 plan offers unlimited voice calling, 2GB of daily data, and 100 SMS per […]
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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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5G Services in India: A Look at Entry-Level Plans and ARPU Growth
All three major private telecom operators in India—Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi)—are now offering 5G services. While Vi has only just entered the 5G space, starting with the Mumbai circle, it now joins Airtel and Jio in providing next-gen connectivity to end users. So far, we’ve seen Airtel and Jio offer entry-level […]
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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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SEBI Grants Government Exemption from Open Offer in Vodafone Idea Stake Hike
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has granted the central government an exemption from making an open offer after converting Vodafone Idea’s spectrum dues into equity. This move allows the government to increase its stake in the struggling telecom operator from 22.60% to 48.99% without triggering the mandatory offer to minority shareholders, as […]
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Coverage Maps of Airtel, Jio and Vi Goes Live
Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea have made their network coverage maps available to users on their respective websites. This move comes in response to a directive from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), which mandates telecom operators to display geospatial coverage maps showing the areas where they provide wireless voice and broadband […]
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