Cybersecurity takes top billing at India Mobile Congress 2025
Beyond cybersecurity, the Congress will showcase developments in AI-driven solutions, IoT, electronics manufacturing, and next-generation connectivity.
SC to hear Vodafone Ideas plea for quashing additional AGR demand on October 6
According to the apex court’s website, a bench headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) B R Gavai has listed the fresh plea of the VIL for hearing on Monday, when the court reopens after the Dussehra break.
After tepid auctions, Trai explores new model, invites views on 6 GHz, 600 MHz bands
The regulator has also sought views on modifying minimum spectrum rollout obligations following consumer complaints about coverage gaps on highways, train routes and rural areas
US chipmaker Qualcomm sees satcom playing a secondary role to 5G, eyes India’s larger role in 6G
Qualcomm COO and CFO ruled out the possibility of regular direct satellite calls for consumers, citing financial and performance considerations: “You’ll continue to use 5G networks for that; satellite will remain a backup network.”
BSNL, TCS and C-DOT unveil ‘Bharat Telecom Stack’, India’s first homegrown 4G technology
BSNL, TCS, C-DOT and Tejas launch Bharat Telecom Stack, India’s first indigenous 4G solution, boosting self-reliance and digital inclusion.
India poised to lead globally in telecom as manufacturer of 4G stack provider: Minister Scindia
The minister noted that under the leadership of PM Modi, India has made transformational strides, similar to its achievements in space exploration with Chandrayaan-2, Gaganyaan, and Aditya L1, as well as in healthcare through the Vaccine Maitri initiative.
TCS bags 5-year deal to modernise Vodafone Idea’s BSS with AI-driven platform
The business support system transformation programme, anchored on TCS’ flagship products HOBS and TwinX, aims to boost Vi’s customer experience by embedding intelligence, automation, and personalisation
Starlink, Amazon Kuiper may face India cap on subscribers as govt weighs telcos’ revenue threat: Report
The Centre may cap subscribers for Starlink, OneWeb, Amazon Kuiper, and Jio-SES to address telcos’ fears of backdoor entry into mobile broadband.
Big leap for India’s chip dream: First telecom system with made-in-India chips gets TEC nod
A milestone that signals India’s serious entry into the global semiconductor race.
Improving India–China ties unlikely to bring immediate relief to Huawei and ZTE
While India banned several Chinese apps in 2020, Huawei and ZTE were never formally prohibited. Instead, New Delhi tightened security norms through a directive for the telecom sector, which has been in place since June 2021.
Vi Business expands enterprise client ties amid 4G, 5G transformation, says Chief Enterprise Business Officer
Vi Business has adopted a partner-led, cloud-neutral strategy, working with players like Yotta and CtrlS to build a multi-cloud platform layer and managed services capabilities, while also exploring new partnerships.
GSMA urges DoT to drop plan for direct enterprise spectrum allocation
GSMA’s letter comes as the DoT reinitiates its spectrum demand study for private 5G, the second such exercise since June 2022 when it first allowed CNPNs to either lease spectrum from operators or seek it directly
Vodafone Idea in advanced talks to raise Rs 5,000 crore, deal likely to close in next few weeks
According to people directly aware of the matter, the debt will be raised by Vodafone Idea Telecom Infrastructure Limited, a group subsidiary that houses part of the company’s telecom infra and renewable energy assets
BSNL to float tender for 3–4 lakh new towers, roll out low-cost plans to woo private telco users
To tackle SIM accessibility, BSNL is piloting doorstep SIM delivery through India Post in Tamil Nadu and testing eSIM services for a nationwide rollout
Satellite spectrum pricing still under discussion; govt bars overseas use of Indian gateways: MoS Telecom
Elon Musk’s Starlink was the most recent company to secure a Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) licence from DoT after meeting all security compliance requirements under its letter of intent (LoI)
Any relief to Vodafone Idea must be cleared by Cabinet, PMO, Finance Ministry: MoS Pemmasani
Reports suggest DoT has proposed 'multiple relief options' to the PMO, including a fresh two-year moratorium on AGR payments, smaller annual instalments, and waivers on penalties and interest.
Vodafone Idea’s survival on PMO’s table as govt weighs fresh relief: Report
Telecom department proposes moratorium extension, smaller payouts; PMO to take final call on telco’s future.
Vodafone Idea eyes non-bank funds, urges Centre to settle AGR dues to enable bank’s support by March
Outgoing CEO Akshaya Moondra's comments come days after Moneycontrol exclusively reported that Vodafone Idea has entered in early discussions with private credit funds including Davidson Kempner, Oaktree and Värde Partners to raise a small tranche of debt.
Telecom sector’s operating profit to rise 12–14% in FY26, ARPU may climb to Rs 225: Crisil
ARPU levels could climb to Rs 220–225 in FY26, up from Rs 205 in FY25, Crisil Ratings’ director Anand Kulkarni has said. The rise will be driven by operators trimming low-data plans and linking 5G access to higher data packs
Vodafone Idea names Abhijit Kishore as CEO amid funding, AGR uncertainty
Kishore steps into the top role at a critical juncture for the debt-laden telecom operator, which is struggling to secure fresh debt financing amid uncertainty over adjusted gross revenue (AGR) liabilities.
Govt asks BSNL circles to improve quality of service, resolve tower power issues
The government has pumped in over Rs 3 lakh in the last six years to revive the company.BSNL has posted net profit in two consecutive quarters after a gap of 18 years
India’s electronics exports surge 47% in Q1 FY26, smartphones lead the charge
ICEA has projected electronics exports to reach $46–50 billion by the end of FY26, building on the momentum from FY24 and FY25, when exports stood at $29.1 billion and $38.6 billion, respectively.
Bharti Airtel posts a strong quarterly show
Steady ARPU growth lifts the company’s Q1 performance across India and Africa
Bharti Airtel Q1 results: Net profit rises 43% YoY to Rs 5,948 crore, but misses estimates
Bharti Airtel Q1 results: Revenue rises 28% to Rs 49,463 crore, ARPU comes at Rs 250
