Telecom

US sends 'clear message' to China; designates Huawei, ZTE national security threats

In another major blow to China, US FCC has designated Huawei and ZTE as national security threats to cut off federal subsidies to carriers who wish to buy or maintain equipment from either company.

Jul 1, 2020

'Reliance now net debt-free, fulfilled my promise before schedule': Chairman Mukesh Ambani

Investments by global tech investors and a 'Rights Issue' has made Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) a net debt-free company. Accordingly, RIL has raised over Rs 168,818 crore in just 58 days. The company's net-debt was Rs 161,035 crore, as on March 31, 2020.

Jun 19, 2020

Backlash over Reliance Jio's decision to charge voice calls

Reliance says Saudi's PIF to invest Rs 11,367 crore in Jio

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) will buy a 2.32% stake in Reliance Industries' digital unit Jio Platforms for 113.67 billion rupees ($1.49 billion), the Indian conglomerate said on Thursday, June 18.

Jun 18, 2020

Bharti Airtel reports fourth-quarter loss of Rs 5,237 crore amid lockdown

Indian telecom firms raised tariffs late last year after the Supreme Court upheld a demand by India's telecoms department that wireless carriers pay 920 billion Indian rupees

May 19, 2020

No relief package for telcos 'under consideration': DoT to re-examine AGR documents

Ever since Mukesh Ambani led Reliance Jio Infocom entered the telecom market, the tariff has drastically reduced which in turn has affected the revenues of telecom companies

Mar 12, 2020

Airtel prepaid recharge packs: Best plans with unlimited calls, data and more

Here are some hand-picked prepaid recharge plans offered by Airtel in India.

Feb 27, 2020

Airtel revises its IR packs and services

Great news for Airtel users traveling abroad: Telco finally addresses customer grievances

Airtel finally puts an end to exorbitant bills after incurring unwanted charges during international roaming. Here's everything you need to know.

Feb 26, 2020

Two-pronged strategy to avert telecom disaster: Centre may offer relief on taxes, input costs

Two major telcos including Bharti Airtel and Vodafone idea are facing statutory dues of over crore Rs 35,500 and Rs 53,000 crore, respectively.

Feb 24, 2020

Jio makes U-turn on tariff transparency, doesn't want to reveal special recharge packs

Feb 21, 2020

TRAI wants to remove 100 daily SMS limit: What does it mean for users?

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released a draft regulation that aims to remove the current limit of 100 SMS on the users.

Feb 20, 2020

My Country Mobile Provides International Virtual Phone Numbers to over 70 Different Countries

My Country mobile connected to over 1000 telecom operators around the world. My Country Mobile has launched Callmama - Free calling app around the world.

Jan 24, 2020

Big blow to Airtel, Vodafone Idea as SC rejects plea for relief on government dues

The Supreme Court in October 2019 upheld a long-standing demand by the country's telecoms department that wireless carriers pay 920 billion rupees ($12.98 billion) in overdue levies.

Jan 17, 2020

Telcos to bleed further as GST council rejects request for Input tax credit refund

The Indian Telecom sector is on the brink of collapses due to stiff competition and high dues to the government.

Dec 30, 2019

Here's why high spectrum pricing may affect India's march towards achieving 5G goal

Although the DCC's decision will need approval from the union cabinet, if the auction is conducted as per the current rates, there is a possibility that the telcos may not even participate.

Dec 22, 2019

Flaw in Airtel's mobile app exposed data of 32 cr subscribers

According to reports, Airtel confirmed the breach saying that it has fixed the security flaw associated with its application.

Dec 8, 2019

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