The Indian government offers Vodafone Idea a major cash flow relief by capping its annual AGR dues payout at Rs 124 crore for six years. This move aims to ensure sector competition and protect 20 crore consumers. Read the full details.
India's exports to China grew by 33% from April to November 2025, driven by oil meals, telecom gear, and spices. Discover the key drivers behind this major trade shift.
Vodafone Idea gets major relief as Centre freezes AGR dues at Rs 87,695 crore. New repayment schedule stretches to 2041. Read the full details of the debt restructuring plan.
Vodafone Idea shares surged over 10% after the Department of Telecommunications proposed a flexible AGR repayment schedule, offering major relief to the telecom operator. Read the full analysis.
Vodafone Idea gets breather as DoT freezes AGR dues till FY19. Annual payment capped at ₹124 crore for six years from 2026. Shares surge 7.8%. Read full details.
Mobile users in India will see a 15% increase in recharge prices starting June 2026 due to new TRAI regulations. Learn how this impacts your telecom bills.
India's telecom regulator Trai recovered only ₹1.37 crore of ₹45 crore penalties in FY25, as operators challenge orders. Weak powers stall spam control and service quality improvements. Read more.
NHAI identifies 424 mobile network black spots on India's highways, impacting safety. It urges DoT and TRAI to direct telcos for coverage and accident alerts. Read more.
A new report forecasts robust earnings growth for India's EMS, telecom, and retail sectors over the next two years, driven by domestic demand and strategic investments. Read the full analysis.
With Vodafone Idea's debt at Rs 2.3 lakh crore, India's telecom sector risks a duopoly. Learn why a government exit and new investors are crucial for competition and consumer interest.
The Union Cabinet approves a major relief package for Vodafone Idea, freezing its AGR dues and rescheduling payments. This move aims to ensure competition and protect the government's stake. Read the full story.
The Indian government approves a crucial relief package for Vodafone Idea, converting interest dues into equity and freezing AGR payments. This lifeline aims to ensure a competitive three-player telecom market. Read more.
The Indian government defers Vodafone Idea's ₹87,695 crore AGR dues, rescheduling payments from FY32 to FY41. This crucial relief aims to ensure the telco's survival and boost 5G competition.
Major tech giants like Google, Perplexity, and OpenAI are offering free premium AI subscriptions in India through telecom partnerships, making advanced tools accessible to millions. Discover the benefits and how to claim them.
2026 will be pivotal for India's telecom. Vodafone Idea's survival hinges on AGR relief, spectrum auctions may be muted, and Starlink's entry could reshape broadband. Read the full analysis.
A new survey reveals nearly a quarter of Indian mobile users find the complaint filing process cumbersome. Discover key pain points and what telecom operators must improve.
Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia details the regulatory and security factors delaying Starlink's satellite internet services in India. Learn about the crucial steps ahead.
India's 2025 spectrum auction saw telecom giants splurge a record ₹4.3 lakh crore. Discover the key players, bands sold, and how this fuels 5G and digital India's future.
India's telecom sector achieved record growth in 2025, crossing 100 crore internet connections and nationwide 5G rollout. Read about the digital leap.
India's hiring activity jumps 23% in 2025, fueled by telecom, travel, and BFSI. The foundit Insights Tracker forecasts a massive 1.28 crore job expansion in 2026. Read the full report.
Reliance Jio launches a game-changing sub-Rs 100 prepaid plan packed with free Hotstar subscription, daily data, and unlimited calls. Discover the unbelievable benefits and how it redefines budget telecom in India.
India's government reviews a telecom proposal for always-on A-GPS tracking on smartphones. Apple, Google, and Samsung raise privacy alarms. Get the full story on this major surveillance debate.
Learn how India's Sanchar Saathi portal empowers you to block lost/stolen phones, verify IMEI numbers, and combat telecom fraud. A complete guide to using this citizen-centric platform.
India's government seeks more precise phone location data for investigations, sparking protests from Apple, Google, and Samsung. Read the latest on the surveillance debate.
As Airtel and Jio bundle AI tools, India lacks a framework to protect user data and assign liability. Experts call for TRAI to act using AI governance guidelines as a foundation. Read more.
Facing criticism from industry and opposition, the government has withdrawn its directive mandating pre-installation of the Sanchar Saathi app on new smartphones. Read the full story.
India's telecom department mandates Sanchar Saathi app pre-installation on all phones within 90 days. Apple resists, citing privacy concerns. Users can delete the app. Full details inside.
India's new SIM binding mandate for digital platforms divides tech giants and telecom operators. While telcos support the move for security, digital firms raise serious privacy and cost concerns. Explore the full debate.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia reveals Sanchar Saathi app's success: 20 crore portal users, 40.96 lakh fraudulent connections disconnected. Learn how this tool fights cyber fraud.
India's DoT orders Apple, Xiaomi, Vivo, Oppo to pre-install Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app on new devices. Get details on the 90-day deadline, app features, and user permissions.