BUSINESS
Vodafone Idea CEO says AGR overhang trapped telco in ‘vicious cycle’, unveils 3-year reset plan
For years, the uncertainty around adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues kept lenders wary, limiting capital access and slowing network expansion
BUSINESS
Sterlite Technologies flags germanium supply risk as China tightens exports, eyes Europe, US
There are opportunities to source from Europe, the US, and other areas and STL is evaluating those, chief executive officer Ankit Agarwal tells Moneycontrol, stressing on rare earth self-sufficiency
BUSINESS
Vodafone Idea’s turnaround moment has arrived after AGR clarity: Kumar Mangalam Birla
'For the first time in years, the fog has cleared,' he noted
TELECOM
Vi sees adequate cash flows for debt, spectrum, AGR payments; in talks for fresh bank funding
The company added that it is in discussions with banks to raise additional funds.For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, the company reported a loss of Rs 17,540 crore.
BUSINESS
India–EU FTA: Electronics makers eye $50 billion export by 2031
Over the following decade, electronics exports to EU could potentially cross $100 billion with deeper value-chain integration.
BUSINESS
Data boom makes India vital growth engine, strategic operational hub, says Ericsson CEO
Amid uncertainty and tariff pressures, Ericsson is leaning on flexibility rather than forecasts, CEO Börje Ekholm tells Moneycontrol
BUSINESS
Ericsson CEO foresees India upswing after AGR relief for Vodafone Idea, downplays layoff impact
Operating conditions in India are set to improve from the previous year, even as the industry transitions beyond the peak of its record 5G rollout cycle, Börje Ekholm tells Moneycontrol
BUSINESS
Sterlite Technologies narrows Q3 loss to Rs 17 crore
EBITDA rose 16.2% year-on-year to Rs 129 crore from Rs 111 crore, while the EBITDA margin stood at 10.3%, down from 11.1% a year earlier, reflecting a contraction of 80 basis points.
COMPANIES
Macro uncertainty keeps customers cautious, Tata Communications bets on AI for next growth phase: CEO
Despite macro-related challenges, CEO AS Lakshminarayanan said enterprises are actively evaluating artificial intelligence, though most have yet to deploy AI at scale
BUSINESS
Centre clears licence-free use of lower 6 GHz band for faster Wi-Fi networks
Measurements in the lower 6 GHz band will be evaluated over a 1 MHz bandwidth, and devices are required to use contention-based protocols to manage simultaneous access to shared spectrum.
BUSINESS
Tata Communications Q3 Results: Net profit jumps 55% to Rs 365 crore, revenue up 7%
Tata Communications Q3 Results: Data revenue grew 9.3% YoY at Re 5359 crore from Rs 4,903 crore.
BUSINESS
TRAI shifts Navi Mumbai airport telecom dispute to DoT, state authorities
The dispute centres on the newly operational Navi Mumbai International Airport, where passengers have complained of a complete lack of mobile connectivity since commercial operations began on December 25.
BUSINESS
TRAI pushes for risk-based AI governance for telecom
TRAI chairman said AI-led interventions have delivered visible benefits to consumers, particularly in curbing unsolicited commercial communications and digital fraud
BUSINESS
Apple Pay set for India launch as iPhone maker seeks regulatory approvals and begins talks with card networks
The iPhone-maker is aiming for an initial rollout within the current calendar year, subject to regulatory approvals and the finalisation of commercial agreements.
BUSINESS
Telecom industry seeks AI policy clarity, warns uncertainty may hit investment
Speaking at TRAI and STPI’s pre-AI Impact Summit event, COAI director general SP Kochhar said policy leadership and regulatory foresight are essential if India is to fully harness AI’s potential
BUSINESS
OnePlus denies shutdown rumours, says India operations continue as normal
The clarification comes amid heightened scrutiny of smartphone brands’ strategies in India, one of the world’s largest and most competitive mobile phone markets
TELECOM
India smartphone shipments fall 7% in Oct-Dec quarter as inventory, price pressures bite
Despite the broader correction in the December quarter, Vivo retained its leadership position, shipping 7.9 million units and capturing a 23% market share.
BUDGET
Electronics industry seeks duty cuts, MOOWR reforms in Union Budget 2026–27 to boost manufacturing competitiveness
The industry has also sought the fixation of a standard wastage norm of up to 2% for mobile phone manufacturing, citing unavoidable process losses in high-volume, precision-driven electronics production.
BUSINESS
Refurbished smartphone market eyes strong 2026 as prices rise; iPhones lead demand
The secondary smartphone market is expected to have grown 7–8 percent in 2025, with momentum likely to strengthen further in 2026, as per estimates from Counterpoint Research and industry executives.
BUSINESS
Jio adds 20-25 million 5G users every quarter, commands 65% market share
Commenting on average revenue per user (ARPU), Thakur said the improvement during the quarter was driven entirely by organic factors, with no impact from tariff hikes. He attributed the ARPU growth to a richer mix of offerings, higher adoption of 5G services, increased data usage, and customers migrating to higher-value plans.
BUSINESS
BSNL, Viasat to deploy Ka-band satcom for next phase of Indian Navy upgrade
The upgrade marks a shift toward a multi-band, multi-constellation architecture. By combining BSNL’s Gateway Earth Station with Viasat’s global satellite network, the navy is expected to gain wider coverage, faster data rates and improved reliability
BUSINESS
Indus Towers expands Africa presence with Nigeria, Zambia subsidiaries
Indus Towers said no governmental or regulatory approvals are required for the incorporation of the entities
BUSINESS
India’s smartphone market staring at a decline in 2026 as demand stagnates amid record exports
While volumes likely remained flat for fourth successive year in 2025, 2026 will be more challenging
TELECOM
Eutelsat OneWeb LEO network supports Indian Navy’s landmark maritime heritage voyage
The voyage is being documented in real time, with live updates transmitted via OneWeb’s satellite network.
