India’s wireless subscriber base rose by 5.5 million in August to 1.29 billion, with Reliance Jio and Bha ...More

India’s wireless subscriber base rose by 5.5 million in August to 1.29 billion, with Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel accounting for more than 4.5 million additions, TRAI data showed. Urban subscriptions grew significantly faster than rural connections, while the overall telephone, broadband and wireline subscriber bases also expanded during the month. ...Less

Reliance Jio added the most mobile subscribers in India in August at 2.40 million, followed by Bharti Air ...More

Reliance Jio added the most mobile subscribers in India in August at 2.40 million, followed by Bharti Airtel with 2.11 million, Trai data showed. Vodafone Idea added 506,139 users, extending its subscriber growth streak since February. India’s wireless subscriber base rose 5.51 million to 1.293 billion during August. ...Less

TRAI will examine complaints from Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio over Vodafone Idea’s alleged offers aime ...More

TRAI will examine complaints from Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio over Vodafone Idea’s alleged offers aimed at getting customers to port to its network. Vi said it believes in fair competition and conducts its business in compliance with the law. ...Less

Telecom regulator TRAI mandates affordable voice and SMS-only plans for consumers. Operators must offer s ...More

Telecom regulator TRAI mandates affordable voice and SMS-only plans for consumers. Operators must offer special tariff vouchers with various validity periods. This decision follows opposition from major telecom service providers like Jio and Airtel. Consumer groups argued that existing plans force users to pay for unused data. The new regulations aim to benefit millions of feature phone users across India. ...Less

This year's festive shopping in India is gearing up for a transformation as AI tools take center stage. W ...More

This year's festive shopping in India is gearing up for a transformation as AI tools take center stage. With many intending to spend above ₹10,000, buyers are leaning towards premium purchases. Millennials exhibit a stronger affinity for AI recommendations than GenZ shoppers. In addition, Tier 2 city consumers are emerging as an essential demographic with robust budgets, with apparel and footwear forecasted as the top purchases during this festive time. ...Less

Trai mandates telecom operators to use AI and machine learning for spam detection. A termination charge o ...More

Trai mandates telecom operators to use AI and machine learning for spam detection. A termination charge of ₹0.05 per minute is introduced for automated robocalls. Entities using application-to-person calls must pre-declare their usage with providers. Telecom operators must deploy AI/ML systems to detect and share spam intelligence. A consumer appeals mechanism and graded actions for violations are also introduced. ...Less

TRAI has mandated telecom operators to offer more voice and SMS-only recharge options. These new rules ai ...More

TRAI has mandated telecom operators to offer more voice and SMS-only recharge options. These new rules aim to provide affordable choices for consumers who do not need data. Operators must now provide voice and SMS-only vouchers for various validity periods. This amendment follows TRAI's consultation process and stakeholder feedback. The move allows consumers greater flexibility in selecting recharge plans based on their needs. ...Less

Rural India's telecom landscape shifted from voice to data over a decade. Wireless connections grew signi ...More

Rural India's telecom landscape shifted from voice to data over a decade. Wireless connections grew significantly, replacing declining wireline services across the nation. Telecom operators now focus on connection quality and user experience for rural consumers. Reliable electricity remains a critical challenge for last-mile network expansion. The focus has moved from basic access to digital productivity and economic growth. ...Less

The National Stock Exchange aims for a substantial valuation with its forthcoming IPO. However, an antici ...More

The National Stock Exchange aims for a substantial valuation with its forthcoming IPO. However, an anticipated decline in weekly options revenue share due to growth in other sectors could pose challenges. Notably, transaction charges are vital for the exchange's revenue generation. Recent adjustments to the IPO size indicate a reduction of over fifteen percent, coinciding with major offerings from Reliance Jio and Hyundai Motor India. ...Less

Jio is targeting a September 2027 test flight for its planned 1,600-satellite low Earth orbit constellati ...More

Jio is targeting a September 2027 test flight for its planned 1,600-satellite low Earth orbit constellation, with mass deployment expected from early 2028. The company plans to deploy 400-450 satellites by 2030 and complete the network by 2035, aiming to deliver high-speed broadband to underserved regions. ...Less

The internet and AI have made financial information more accessible than ever. However, access to informa ...More

The internet and AI have made financial information more accessible than ever. However, access to information is not the same as acting upon it to your benefit. Professional fund management, meanwhile, puts a process between emotions and decisions. ...Less

Reliance Jio has introduced new pricing for business messaging services on iPhones. Apple has formally en ...More

Reliance Jio has introduced new pricing for business messaging services on iPhones. Apple has formally entered India's business messaging market, challenging WhatsApp's position. Businesses will pay new rates for marketing, transactional, and OTP messages starting September 1. Rival operators Vodafone Idea and Bharti Airtel are expected to join the Apple RCS ecosystem soon. This move accelerates RCS adoption in India, a leading market for the service. ...Less

India's telecom regulator has strengthened anti-spam rules significantly. New regulations now include AI ...More

India's telecom regulator has strengthened anti-spam rules significantly. New regulations now include AI detection for suspected spam numbers. Automated and robocalls face extended regulatory oversight and new deterrents. Call management apps must share spam data with telcos to offer reporting. Consumers retain the freedom to block or filter calls on their devices. ...Less

The investment platform comprises an $85 million early-stage fund and $20 million deployed through dedica ...More

The investment platform comprises an $85 million early-stage fund and $20 million deployed through dedicated growth-stage vehicles. The early-stage fund closed at 125% above its original target, Vaish told ET. The fund, founded in December 2025 by Vaish and former Together Fund investor Pratyush Choudhury, has made 10 investments since its first close in December 2025. ...Less

DTH operators have provisioned over eleven thousand crore rupees against disputed licence fee liabilities ...More

DTH operators have provisioned over eleven thousand crore rupees against disputed licence fee liabilities. This industry awaits a government decision on reducing the current eight percent licence fee. Operators face significant subscriber losses and declining revenues due to market shifts. They are now expanding into IPTV, broadband, and OTT aggregation services. The licence fee dispute remains sub judice before various legal tribunals and courts. ...Less

There is a legal way to make a loss-making company look profitable, and it turns on a single label almost ...More

There is a legal way to make a loss-making company look profitable, and it turns on a single label almost nobody questions. Once it's applied, a running cost can stop, a whole bleeding business can slip out of the headline number, and a stale valuation can sit untouched for years. This story walks through each of these moves, one by one, and shows them at work inside real Indian companies – including one where a fraction of the true loss was the number shareholders actually saw. ...Less

Lenders led by State Bank of India will provide Vodafone Idea $3.5 billion debt financing. This funding a ...More

Lenders led by State Bank of India will provide Vodafone Idea $3.5 billion debt financing. This funding aims to help the mobile operator rebuild its business and improve its network. Conditions include Kumar Mangalam Birla remaining chairman for the loan's tenure. Indian authorities previously provided a lifeline by capping past spectrum payouts. These actions have helped Vodafone Idea's shares climb significantly this year. ...Less

Jio has set its sights on global expansion through technology crafted in India. By laying a solid groundw ...More

Jio has set its sights on global expansion through technology crafted in India. By laying a solid groundwork for Digital India and hastening the adoption of 5G, Jio has emerged as a leading data operator, linking countless homes and businesses. Founded with the mission of making digital connectivity affordable for every Indian, this decade has seen a remarkable transformation of the country's digital ecosystem. ...Less

Jio Platforms is preparing for its massive initial public offering after receiving Sebi approval. Investo ...More

Jio Platforms is preparing for its massive initial public offering after receiving Sebi approval. Investor outreach will commence this week across key global financial centers. The company plans to issue fresh equity shares to raise substantial capital. Proceeds will primarily be used to repay outstanding borrowings of its subsidiary. This public offering marks Reliance group's first since 2008. ...Less

According to real estate firm JLL, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Uttar Pradesh curren ...More

According to real estate firm JLL, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Uttar Pradesh currently account for 75% of India’s data centre capacity. With national capacity expected to triple to 6 GW by 2029 from 1.6 GW in mid-2026, other states are stepping up efforts to capture a share of this projected growth. ...Less

Telecom operators oppose Trai's draft quality of service norms for 5G network slicing. They argue propose ...More

Telecom operators oppose Trai's draft quality of service norms for 5G network slicing. They argue proposed resource utilization benchmarks should be entirely dropped by the regulator. Public advocacy groups, however, believe these benchmarks can be retained as safeguards. Operators state that actual customer impact is captured via speed and throughput metrics. They believe rigid cell-level thresholds create artificial network constraints and misallocate capital. ...Less

Reliance-owned JioStar’s Bigg Boss has attracted more than 95 advertisers across six language editions, s ...More

Reliance-owned JioStar’s Bigg Boss has attracted more than 95 advertisers across six language editions, spanning Hindi, Bangla, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam. National and regional advertisers feature across the franchise, with first-time advertisers accounting for over half of participation in southern markets and 70% in Hindi, as brands increase spending on regional-language programming during the festive season. ...Less

JioPC: Reliance Jio has launched JioPC as a standalone cloud computing subscription service, open to user ...More

JioPC: Reliance Jio has launched JioPC as a standalone cloud computing subscription service, open to users regardless of their telecom or broadband provider. The service adds up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage to old computers via the cloud, with Jio claiming it can revive machines as old as eight years. ...Less

Jio is likely to finalise the exact dates within a couple of weeks after which it would initiate roadshow ...More

Jio is likely to finalise the exact dates within a couple of weeks after which it would initiate roadshows overseas before holding them at home, said a source close to the development. ...Less

BSNL's indigenous 4G network is handling six petabytes of data daily. The network supports 1.75 lakh 4G b ...More

BSNL's indigenous 4G network is handling six petabytes of data daily. The network supports 1.75 lakh 4G base stations across one lakh sites. High-definition voice calls are now enabled through IP Multimedia Subsystem deployment. Indigenous 5G RAN technology is currently undergoing live testing on BSNL's network. BSNL aims to compete with private operators using its domestically developed mobile network. ...Less

Reliance Jio’s proposed Rs 37,700-crore IPO has received Sebi approval, bringing the much-awaited listing ...More

Reliance Jio’s proposed Rs 37,700-crore IPO has received Sebi approval, bringing the much-awaited listing closer. While the offering could value Jio Platforms at nearly Rs 9.5 lakh crore, its DRHP flags several risks, including spectrum challenges, intense competition, high capital expenditure, vendor dependence, infrastructure concentration and cybersecurity threats. ...Less

Eutelsat OneWeb urgently seeks government security approval for its satellite constellation. The company ...More

Eutelsat OneWeb urgently seeks government security approval for its satellite constellation. The company faces significant delays in launching commercial services in India. This delay impacts its ability to monetize substantial prior investments. Starlink and Jio Satellite also await similar security clearances from authorities. OneWeb's early mover advantage is diminishing due to these prolonged approvals. ...Less

August saw twenty companies raise over twenty-one thousand crore rupees. Listing-day returns have signifi ...More

August saw twenty companies raise over twenty-one thousand crore rupees. Listing-day returns have significantly increased from a discount to a premium. Investors should not treat initial public offerings as lottery tickets. Thorough due diligence is essential to identify strong businesses and avoid duds. Analyzing financials, valuation, and offer details helps separate quality investments. ...Less

India’s IPO market could see a record fundraising month in September, with companies potentially raising ...More

India’s IPO market could see a record fundraising month in September, with companies potentially raising up to Rs 70,000 crore if Jio Platforms or NSE launches its public issue. More than 25 IPOs are expected, as strong domestic liquidity, improved listing performance, and pent-up supply drive the primary market revival. ...Less

Jio Platforms has gained Sebi's green light for its anticipated initial public offering, which is project ...More

Jio Platforms has gained Sebi's green light for its anticipated initial public offering, which is projected to garner between $3.5 and $4 billion. This marks Reliance Industries' first IPO in almost 20 years. The firm intends to issue new equity shares, albeit only representing a minor equity stake. A portion of the raised funds will help in offsetting loans for Reliance Jio Infocomm. ...Less

Jio Platforms has received SEBI approval for its upcoming initial public offering. Reliance Industries sh ...More

Jio Platforms has received SEBI approval for its upcoming initial public offering. Reliance Industries shareholders may still qualify for a reserved portion of the offering. The final details regarding share reservation and the record date are pending. This IPO marks a major value creation milestone for Reliance shareholders. ...Less

Jio Haptik has appointed Adarsh as its new Enterprise Business Head. He will lead sales, customer success ...More

Jio Haptik has appointed Adarsh as its new Enterprise Business Head. He will lead sales, customer success, and international expansion efforts. Adarsh brings nearly two decades of global experience in enterprise sales. The company aims to accelerate enterprise growth and expand its global market presence. Haptik will focus on delivering measurable business outcomes through intelligent agents. ...Less

Bharti Airtel led mobile subscriber additions in July, adding 26.88 lakh users. Reliance Jio followed, ad ...More

Bharti Airtel led mobile subscriber additions in July, adding 26.88 lakh users. Reliance Jio followed, adding 24.46 lakh users during the same period. Vodafone Idea and BSNL also saw subscriber base increases. India's overall wireless subscriber base grew to 128.79 crore in July. The broadband subscriber base also experienced a monthly growth of 0.64 percent. ...Less

Reliance Industries’ telecom and digital arm Jio Platforms has secured Sebi approval for its IPO, taking ...More

Reliance Industries’ telecom and digital arm Jio Platforms has secured Sebi approval for its IPO, taking one of India’s most closely watched listings a step closer to the market. ...Less

Jio Platforms has received Sebi approval for its proposed Rs 37,700 crore IPO, bringing Reliance Industri ...More

Jio Platforms has received Sebi approval for its proposed Rs 37,700 crore IPO, bringing Reliance Industries’ much-awaited listing closer. The issue could value Jio at nearly Rs 9.5 trillion and become India’s largest IPO. The company plans to use Rs 27,500 crore of proceeds to repay borrowings of Reliance Jio Infocomm. ...Less

The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal deleted a significant tax disallowance imposed on Reliance Jio Infocomm ...More

The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal deleted a significant tax disallowance imposed on Reliance Jio Infocomm. This ruling involved over eleven thousand crore rupees in disputed expenditure for tax purposes. The tribunal emphasized that accounting treatment does not solely determine tax classification of expenses. It found no new capital asset was created by the disputed operational costs. This decision provides clarity for businesses in infrastructure-heavy sectors. ...Less

In August, a majority of newly listed IPOs saw a successful debut, outpacing the broader market. Approxim ...More

In August, a majority of newly listed IPOs saw a successful debut, outpacing the broader market. Approximately ninety percent of these listings are still trading above their original issue prices, with Tempsens Instruments shining brightly by doubling its value on the first day. Despite the selective nature of the secondary market, the future looks promising with a strong IPO pipeline anticipated to carry through September, enabling substantial fundraising. ...Less

India has doubled electromagnetic field limits for mobile networks to global standards. This change allow ...More

India has doubled electromagnetic field limits for mobile networks to global standards. This change allows telecom operators to cover larger areas with fewer towers. The revised radiation rules will come into effect next month, benefiting all operators. This move aligns India with international norms followed by many countries. It aims to ensure quality service amid rising 5G traffic. ...Less

India's total telephone subscriber base rose by 6.20 million in July 2026 to 1.35 billion, registering a ...More

India's total telephone subscriber base rose by 6.20 million in July 2026 to 1.35 billion, registering a monthly growth of 0.46 per cent, as both wireless and wireline connections expanded, according to data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Friday. The wireless subscriber base grew 0.46 per cent to 1.31 billion, while wireline connections increased 0.39 per cent to 48.01 million. ...Less

Singtel plans to enter India’s emerging satellite communications (satcom) market, targeting public and pr ...More

Singtel plans to enter India’s emerging satellite communications (satcom) market, targeting public and private enterprises through its Indian subsidiary Singapore Telecom India. ...Less

Digital payments and tax reforms have significantly altered middle-class spending habits. GST has streaml ...More

Digital payments and tax reforms have significantly altered middle-class spending habits. GST has streamlined consumption taxes, impacting everyday purchases and larger items. Real estate regulations offer homebuyers greater protection during significant financial commitments. JAM trinity and telecom reforms increased formal financial access for many citizens. Infrastructure upgrades and digital services have collectively saved valuable time and effort. ...Less

Starlink has reapplied to India’s space regulator for approval of its Gen 2 satellite constellation, seek ...More

Starlink has reapplied to India’s space regulator for approval of its Gen 2 satellite constellation, seeking authorisation for nearly 30,000 satellites in low Earth orbit. The application includes newer capabilities such as direct-to-device connectivity, as India considers expanding satcom spectrum access and finalising rules for satellite-based mobile services. ...Less

Reliance Jio is relaunching its Prime membership program soon. This offers customers a price guarantee fo ...More

Reliance Jio is relaunching its Prime membership program soon. This offers customers a price guarantee for their plans. The company will also enhance benefits under its Rs 299 plan. This move follows Airtel discontinuing some of its lower-priced daily data plans. Experts see this as a shift towards higher telecom tariffs. ...Less

Telecom operators faced a Rs 1.9 crore penalty for service quality breaches in FY26. The Telecom Regulato ...More

Telecom operators faced a Rs 1.9 crore penalty for service quality breaches in FY26. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India imposed these financial disincentives after reviewing non-compliance explanations. BSNL received the highest penalty of Rs 57.5 lakh for flouting norms. Airtel and MTNL were fined Rs 48 lakh and Rs 37 lakh respectively. Vodafone Idea and Reliance Jio also faced penalties for their service quality. ...Less

Lightstorm secured a Rs 2,500 crore debt facility from IndusInd Bank for AI fibre highways. This funding ...More

Lightstorm secured a Rs 2,500 crore debt facility from IndusInd Bank for AI fibre highways. This funding will support the company's AI infrastructure expansion across India. The debt raise follows the announcement of the I-2SEA subsea cable system connecting India and Southeast Asia. Lightstorm plans to expand its domestic fibre capacity over the next year. The company aims for a balanced capital structure with this debt raise. ...Less

RJio is still waiting to get the love back. Jio has been facing Point of Interface (PoI) issue and has of ...More

RJio is still waiting to get the love back. Jio has been facing Point of Interface (PoI) issue and has often targetted Airtel, Vodafone and Idea for the same. ...Less

Reliance Jio customers in various regions, especially Mumbai, faced significant connectivity issues today ...More

Reliance Jio customers in various regions, especially Mumbai, faced significant connectivity issues today. Users reported problems with mobile internet access and frequent call drops. Downdetector confirmed disruptions in both mobile and fiber services. Reliance Jio has yet to release an official statement addressing the outage, leaving users frustrated and voicing their concerns on social media. ...Less

India's telecom subscriber base reached 134.8 crore in June, showing marginal growth. Bharti Airtel and R ...More

India's telecom subscriber base reached 134.8 crore in June, showing marginal growth. Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio led subscriber additions, contributing significantly to the increase. Wireless connections rose to 130 crore, with consumer SIMs forming the largest segment. Wireline connections saw a monthly decline, mainly due to BSNL's losses. Broadband subscribers increased to 108.75 crore, with Jio leading the segment. ...Less

Jio and Reliance Digital have combined with Apple to offer a 70 per cent buyback on the iPhone 8, iPhone ...More

Jio and Reliance Digital have combined with Apple to offer a 70 per cent buyback on the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus. ...Less

Telecom regulator Trai has proposed new quality of service norms for mobile network slicing. These draft ...More

Telecom regulator Trai has proposed new quality of service norms for mobile network slicing. These draft rules will allow telecom operators to charge different rates for various services. Network slicing will only be permitted when operators possess sufficient spectrum capacity. Trai also mandates that tariff offerings must have measurable download and upload speeds. Comments on these proposed changes are due by August 26. ...Less

Under the new offer, Reliance Jio prepaid customers of the 3-month Rs 399 recharge will get full cashback ...More

Under the new offer, Reliance Jio prepaid customers of the 3-month Rs 399 recharge will get full cashback through 8 vouchers of Rs 50 each. ...Less

Reliance Jio is currently experiencing a widespread service outage across India, impacting access to comm ...More

Reliance Jio is currently experiencing a widespread service outage across India, impacting access to communication applications and affecting remote employees. According to Downdetector, there is a notable issue with both fiber and mobile internet connectivity. Complaints surged to about 2,300 reports around 1:41 pm, subsided briefly by 2:11 pm, but then increased again with over 1,900 complaints. ...Less

The government's Life Insurance Corporation share sale has garnered overwhelming attention from instituti ...More

The government's Life Insurance Corporation share sale has garnered overwhelming attention from institutional investors, with bids amounting to an impressive Rs 36,400 crore received on Tuesday. The government is offloading a 6.5 percent stake in the leading insurer to fulfill regulatory public shareholding mandates sooner than anticipated. Retail investors will have the opportunity to engage in this offer beginning Wednesday. ...Less

"We at Jio are committed to a long-term partnership with Apple,” Mukesh Ambani said. ...More

"We at Jio are committed to a long-term partnership with Apple,” Mukesh Ambani said. ...Less

India's mobile subscriber base saw a slight increase in June, reaching 1282.38 million users. Bharti Airt ...More

India's mobile subscriber base saw a slight increase in June, reaching 1282.38 million users. Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio led net additions for core mobile subscribers. Machine-to-machine connections also grew significantly, with Bharti Airtel leading additions. Home broadband subscribers increased by 0.7 million month-on-month. Overall subscriber additions have slowed in recent months. ...Less

Lyf was rolled out this year. Mukesh Ambani opened 4G services called Reliance Jio have free simcards alo ...More

Lyf was rolled out this year. Mukesh Ambani opened 4G services called Reliance Jio have free simcards along with Lyf phones and preloaded Jio apps. ...Less

Bharti Airtel reported a 35.45% year-on-year net profit increase for the June quarter. This growth was fu ...More

Bharti Airtel reported a 35.45% year-on-year net profit increase for the June quarter. This growth was fueled by strong performance in its India mobile operations and Africa business. The company achieved record postpaid net additions and saw growing smartphone data customers. Bharti Airtel's average revenue per user reached the sector's highest at ₹264. Consolidated revenue also increased significantly, reflecting broad business strength. ...Less

Over 300 consumers had serious connectivity problems with Jio as of 11:05 am. Almost 59% of users reporte ...More

Over 300 consumers had serious connectivity problems with Jio as of 11:05 am. Almost 59% of users reported having trouble connecting to the mobile Internet. ...Less

Paytm chief Vijay Shekhar Sharma does bargain hunting on Twitter from his service provider Airtel and end ...More

Paytm chief Vijay Shekhar Sharma does bargain hunting on Twitter from his service provider Airtel and ends up getting a better offer from Jio. ...Less

India may allow telecom operators to offer varied internet speeds and specialized services. This review c ...More

India may allow telecom operators to offer varied internet speeds and specialized services. This review considers advancements like 5G slicing for gaming and healthcare applications. Current net neutrality rules are seen as too rigid for these new technologies. Safeguards will prevent discriminatory practices and ensure the internet remains free. Telecom operators are exploring differentiated services using 5G network slicing capabilities. ...Less

Reliance Jio Q1 Results: Jio Platforms reported a 9% YoY rise in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 7,764 crore, su ...More

Reliance Jio Q1 Results: Jio Platforms reported a 9% YoY rise in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 7,764 crore, supported by higher ARPU, subscriber additions and digital services growth. The IPO-bound telecom major also highlighted its expanding broadband business and deep-tech focus as it prepares for a landmark public listing in India. ...Less

It will not be very unrealistic to expect between 15% and 25% growth in pharma, CRAM & specialty chemical ...More

It will not be very unrealistic to expect between 15% and 25% growth in pharma, CRAM & specialty chemical businesses, says Sachin Shah. ...Less

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has dismissed a complaint against Reliance Jio Infocom Ltd and ...More

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has dismissed a complaint against Reliance Jio Infocom Ltd and over 4,500 companies, citing a lack of evidence to support allegations of anti-competitive conduct. The complainant accused firms across telecom, logistics, GeM procurement, energy, FMCG, and healthcare of cartelisation and abuse of dominance. ...Less

RCom said the grim earnings numbers in the June quarter were triggered by "disruptive pricing" and "unpre ...More

RCom said the grim earnings numbers in the June quarter were triggered by "disruptive pricing" and "unprecedented competitive intensity" in the industry. ...Less

Amazon's satellite venture plans to connect smartphones directly to space. This new service aims to provi ...More

Amazon's satellite venture plans to connect smartphones directly to space. This new service aims to provide voice, messaging, and data globally. Launches are expected to begin in 2028, with FCC approval pending. India is a key market for connecting underserved and unserved populations. This move signals a new frontier in satellite communication technology. ...Less

India's space regulator IN-SPACe has approved Reliance Jio's satellite proposal. This move allows India t ...More

India's space regulator IN-SPACe has approved Reliance Jio's satellite proposal. This move allows India to establish its first local low earth orbit constellation. Jio plans to deploy approximately 1,600 satellites for broadband and mobile services. The proposed system offers significant data capacity, exceeding current global systems. This development enhances national security and reduces foreign satellite dependence. ...Less

Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani said the phone would be a fully-featured smartphone, support ...More

Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani said the phone would be a fully-featured smartphone, supporting the entire suite of applications from both Google Playstore and Jio. ...Less

Amid rising component costs fueled by the Al surge, Ericsson is adjusting its pricing strategy for new te ...More

Amid rising component costs fueled by the Al surge, Ericsson is adjusting its pricing strategy for new tenders and renegotiating its contracts. To counteract these pressures, the company is focusing on accelerating cost reductions and optimizing its supply chain. This trend in the Indian market will heavily affect Vodafone Idea, while Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel may not be as deeply impacted by the changes, analysts said. ...Less

Reliance Jio reported strong June quarter results with ARPU rising to Rs 215.6. The telecom operator's su ...More

Reliance Jio reported strong June quarter results with ARPU rising to Rs 215.6. The telecom operator's subscriber base crossed 533 million, including 285 million Jio True5G users. Jio Platforms achieved record quarterly EBITDA of Rs 20,865 crore, expanding its margin. Reliance Industries saw consolidated revenue increase 24.5 percent year-on-year. Jio is focusing on deep tech and democratizing digital access for India. ...Less

The 59-year-old's re-entry into telecom has been in the making for almost six years as he prodded the tea ...More

The 59-year-old's re-entry into telecom has been in the making for almost six years as he prodded the team, which included daughter Isha and son Akash. ...Less

In a bid for more efficient vehicle-to-everything communication, automotive and tech firms are advocating ...More

In a bid for more efficient vehicle-to-everything communication, automotive and tech firms are advocating for minimal regulatory burdens. They strongly oppose the telecom sector’s requests for exclusive spectrum access and additional charges. Instead, industry leaders propose the use of shared spectrum without fees for applications benefiting the public. Meanwhile, telecom regulators are exploring commercial potentials and considering fees tied to revenue as discussions about spectrum deployment continue. ...Less

Twitter Joins Forces With Filmfare To Celebrate The 62nd Jio Filmfare Awards 2017 in India First-ever cus ...More

Twitter Joins Forces With Filmfare To Celebrate The 62nd Jio Filmfare Awards 2017 in India First-ever custom emoji and stickers for an awards show in India g... ...Less

Get ready for another telecom tariff hike, with prices expected to rise by 12-15% in the next three to fo ...More

Get ready for another telecom tariff hike, with prices expected to rise by 12-15% in the next three to four months. This comes as the market consolidates, favoring established players. Expect a slight increase in average revenue per user this quarter, driven by upgrades to 4G and 5G. Meanwhile, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel are set to gain more subscribers, while Vodafone Idea continues its 5G expansion. ...Less

Reliance Jio’s slowing network speeds and deteriorating customer experience, the brokerage said, had also ...More

Reliance Jio’s slowing network speeds and deteriorating customer experience, the brokerage said, had also led to a slowdown in customer adds. ...Less

Jio Platforms has appointed Pankaj Pawar as its new chief executive officer. This leadership change occur ...More

Jio Platforms has appointed Pankaj Pawar as its new chief executive officer. This leadership change occurs ahead of the company's planned initial public offering. The company aims to raise approximately USD 4 billion through this significant stock offering. Jio Platforms seeks to unlock value from its diverse telecom and digital services businesses. This upcoming IPO is poised to become the largest in India's history. ...Less

With this, its total investment in the network will reach close to Rs 1.9L cr. These investments are prop ...More

With this, its total investment in the network will reach close to Rs 1.9L cr. These investments are proposed to be financed largely through an equity offering. ...Less

JioBlackRock Mutual Fund introduced mutual fund access on the MyJio app. The fund house launched three Ne ...More

JioBlackRock Mutual Fund introduced mutual fund access on the MyJio app. The fund house launched three New Fund Offers (NFOs) which opened and closed recently. These include JioBlackRock Overnight Fund, Liquid Fund, and Money Market Fund. Earlier, JioBlackRock launched an early access initiative and investment management platform Aladdin. ...Less

Jio’s VoLTE feature phones are likely to have front-facing and rear cameras, and may come bundled with ap ...More

Jio’s VoLTE feature phones are likely to have front-facing and rear cameras, and may come bundled with apps such as Jio Chat, Live TV and video-on-demand. ...Less

Reliance Jio Infocomm added 7.7m users to its 4G network in the past quarter, taking its subscriber base ...More

Reliance Jio Infocomm added 7.7m users to its 4G network in the past quarter, taking its subscriber base to 427.6 m as on September 30 ...Less

Reliance Jio, the telecom arm of Mukesh Ambani led RIL, is only company to have pan-India Broadband Wirel ...More

Reliance Jio, the telecom arm of Mukesh Ambani led RIL, is only company to have pan-India Broadband Wireless Access spectrum that can be used for 4G services. ...Less

The Kolkata Municipal Corporation gave in-principle permission to Reliance Jio Infocomm to lay cables for ...More

The Kolkata Municipal Corporation gave in-principle permission to Reliance Jio Infocomm to lay cables for 4G mobile services in the metropolis. ...Less

Reliance Jio’s ‘2020 Happy New Year Offer’ is available for both smartphone and JioPhone customers. For s ...More

Reliance Jio’s ‘2020 Happy New Year Offer’ is available for both smartphone and JioPhone customers. For smartphone users, Jio is offering unlimited voice, 1.5GB daily data, SMS, and access to Jio apps. The validity of the scheme is 365 days. ...Less

Revenues for the quarter came in at Rs 20,901 crore against an ET NOW poll projection of Rs 20,715 crore. ...More

Revenues for the quarter came in at Rs 20,901 crore against an ET NOW poll projection of Rs 20,715 crore. ...Less

According to the report, some 55,000 devices across Ahmedabad, Baroda and Surat are using Reliance Jio’s ...More

According to the report, some 55,000 devices across Ahmedabad, Baroda and Surat are using Reliance Jio’s hotspot services, which are currently being offered free of charge. ...Less

Jio is set to become the world's largest Fixed Wireless Access provider. It will surpass T-Mobile in subs ...More

Jio is set to become the world's largest Fixed Wireless Access provider. It will surpass T-Mobile in subscriber base. Jio's 5G FWA subscribers reached 6.88 million in May. The company dominates the Indian market with over 50 percent broadband share. Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel added most new customers in May. ...Less

Reliance Jio, the telecom arm of Reliance Industries, reported a net profit of INR47.16bn ($635m) in Q4 2 ...More

Reliance Jio, the telecom arm of Reliance Industries, reported a net profit of INR47.16bn ($635m) in Q4 2019, a 13% YoY increase. Jio, which added 29.2 million subscribers in FY2023, also showed a 12% YoY revenue rise with income from operations of INR233.94bn. However, revenue and profit growth was weaker than in previous quarters due to increased expenses and lack of recent tariff hikes. Mukesh Ambani, the chairman and managing director of Reliance Industries, said Jio continued to extend "True 5G reach to 2,300+ cities and towns". ...Less

Reliance Jio is currently in the process of creating the digital infrastructure backbone, and is expected ...More

Reliance Jio is currently in the process of creating the digital infrastructure backbone, and is expected to commercially launch 4G in 2015. ...Less

Experts say Reliance Jio is seeking to lock in users at Rs 303 a month, and is targeting the bigger data ...More

Experts say Reliance Jio is seeking to lock in users at Rs 303 a month, and is targeting the bigger data subscribers who spend at least Rs 700 a month at rivals. ...Less

Reliance Jio has entered into a tower-sharing deal with Bharti Infratel as it tries to tie up for 1,00,00 ...More

Reliance Jio has entered into a tower-sharing deal with Bharti Infratel as it tries to tie up for 1,00,000 towers for a faster rollout of 4G. ...Less

Reliance Jio Infocomm has said it would use the mix of airwaves it owns to offer both high-speed data and ...More

Reliance Jio Infocomm has said it would use the mix of airwaves it owns to offer both high-speed data and voice services. ...Less

Reliance Jio and existing operators such as Bharti Airtel, Vodafone and Idea met telecom regulator Trai t ...More

Reliance Jio and existing operators such as Bharti Airtel, Vodafone and Idea met telecom regulator Trai today to discuss the issue of network interconnection. ...Less

Reliance Jio Q2 Results: Both the topline and bottomline figures were below the market estimate. An ET No ...More

Reliance Jio Q2 Results: Both the topline and bottomline figures were below the market estimate. An ET Now poll had estimated PAT at Rs 4,619 crore while revenue was expected at Rs 22,912 crore. ...Less

GTL Infrastructure Ltd rallied as much as 4.98 per cent in trade on Friday after Reliance Jio Infocomm ha ...More

GTL Infrastructure Ltd rallied as much as 4.98 per cent in trade on Friday after Reliance Jio Infocomm has signed yet another deal to rent telecom towers. ...Less

Reliance Jio Infocomm today signed an agreement with Bharti Infratel to utilise the latter's tower infras ...More

Reliance Jio Infocomm today signed an agreement with Bharti Infratel to utilise the latter's tower infrastructure. ...Less

The Ahmedabad-bench of National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) had earlier this year granted permission to t ...More

The Ahmedabad-bench of National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) had earlier this year granted permission to the composite scheme of arrangement, through which two companies were proposed to be demerged -- Jio Digital Fibre Pvt Ltd and Reliance Jio Infratel Pvt Ltd. This was opposed by the IT department by challenging it before the NCLAT. ...Less

JP Morgan expects Jio to net 100 million users by March end. Morgan Stanley expects Jio to end the Januar ...More

JP Morgan expects Jio to net 100 million users by March end. Morgan Stanley expects Jio to end the January-March period with 90 million customers. ...Less

As Akash Ambani, son of Mukesh Ambani, begins his journey as Reliance Jio’s new chairman, let's take a lo ...More

As Akash Ambani, son of Mukesh Ambani, begins his journey as Reliance Jio’s new chairman, let's take a look at some of the facts about his personal and professional life. ...Less

DragonWave will provide 5,000 turnkey Horizon Compact+ links in support of the Reliance Jio’s plan to rol ...More

DragonWave will provide 5,000 turnkey Horizon Compact+ links in support of the Reliance Jio’s plan to roll out extensive, nationwide 4G/LTE networks. ...Less

“2022 will see big events led by the 5G spectrum auction and a likely mega initial public offer (IPO)/sep ...More

“2022 will see big events led by the 5G spectrum auction and a likely mega initial public offer (IPO)/separate listing of Reliance Jio from RIL, following the 33 per cent pre-IPO stake sales to 13 investors including, 10 per cent to Facebook and 8 per cent to Google in 2020,” the global brokerage said in a research note. ...Less