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Airtel secures nearly 100% investor support to raise Airtel Africa stake to about 79%

Bharti Airtel shareholders have overwhelmingly approved a plan to increase its stake in Airtel Africa Plc. This strategic move involves a cashless share swap, boosting Bharti Airtel's ownership to approximately 79%.

The Economic Times

Airtel expands 5G footprint, rebrands Priority Postpaid as Fast Lane

Bharti Airtel is expanding its 5G network across northern India, adding over 2,900 new sites. The company has also rebranded its Priority Postpaid service to 'Fast Lane'. This service offers enhanced network performance for eligible postpaid users. The move has raised questions about net neutrality and preferential treatment for premium…

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Explained: Why Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea shares rallied up to 4% on Tuesday

Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea shares gained up to 4% after Bombay High Court quashed the government's one-time spectrum charge demands, providing a combined relief of Rs 20,000 crore to Vodafone Idea and Bharti Airtel. The court ruled the government lacked legal authority to issue the demand notices, annulling all…

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TRAI's early assessment suggests new Airtel Priority plans do not violate net neutrality norms

TRAI is diving deep into Airtel's latest Priority Postpaid plans that promise to utilize 5G network slicing for an elevated user experience. Early indications show that there's no infringement of net neutrality. Still, TRAI is on a mission to guarantee that all 5G customers enjoy consistent service levels.

The Economic Times

Jio launches Rs 200 OTT pack with 15 apps, 1,000 TV channels and unlimited 5G

Jio has introduced a new Rs 200 OTT Pass. This pass offers subscriptions to 15 OTT platforms and over 1000 live TV channels. It also includes 30GB of high-speed data and unlimited 5G connectivity for 28 days. This all-in-one entertainment and connectivity pack aims to simplify user subscriptions.

The Economic Times

Telecom subscriber base grows to 133.7 cr in April, Airtel stays on top: Trai data

Bharti Airtel secured the top spot in subscriber growth for April. The company added 34.82 lakh new customers, surpassing rival Reliance Jio in net additions for both wireless and wireline segments. India's total telecom subscriber base reached an all-time high of 133.75 crore. This growth highlights the dynamic nature of…

The Economic Times

Airtel defends 'Priority Postpaid' service before DoT panel, denies net neutrality violations

Bharti Airtel has defended its "Priority Postpaid" service to the Department of Telecommunications. The company asserts the offering, using 5G network slicing, respects net neutrality. It assures that prepaid users will not experience any service degradation. Airtel believes this innovation is crucial for future 6G development in India. The service…

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Airtel launches priority postpaid 5G plans to offer faster, reliable telecom services

Bharti Airtel introduces its latest innovation: Priority Postpaid 5G plans, leveraging state-of-the-art network slicing technology to deliver unmatched speed and reliability. These plans, available from Rs 499 to Rs 1,749 (excluding GST), are ideal for those who crave top-tier mobile service, especially in congested areas.

The Economic Times

Airtel launches 'Priority Postpaid' with a 'slicing' tech: Check the 5G plans

Bharti Airtel has launched "Priority Postpaid," a new service leveraging 5G slicing technology to enhance network experience for postpaid users. This innovation prioritizes connectivity for premium customers during high-traffic situations, ensuring stable performance for work and daily digital needs. It marks India's first deployment of slicing-based 5G services, offering a…

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Bharti Airtel claims No.2 spot: How it beat HDFC Bank to become India's second most valuable company

Bharti Airtel has overtaken HDFC Bank to become India’s second most valuable listed company. Airtel shares rose over 2%, taking its market capitalisation to around Rs 11.8 lakh crore, while HDFC Bank shares fell more than 2%, reducing its market cap to nearly Rs 11.7 lakh crore. Reliance Industries remains…

The Economic Times

Airtel to set up 56 edge data centres within 2 yrs; tariff structure in India needs to change: Gopal Vittal

Bharti Airtel is set to build 56 edge data centers in the next 18 to 24 months. This expansion aims to significantly scale up the company's business in the data center segment. The move is part of a larger strategy to strengthen infrastructure and gain market share. Airtel is also…

The Economic Times

Sunil Bharti Mittal announces succession plan: Meet the GenNext

Airtel founder Sunil Bharti Mittal is preparing for a leadership change over the next ten years. His three children, Kavin, Shravin, and Eiesha, have established their own professional paths. Kavin is a tech entrepreneur, Shravin is an investor and dealmaker, and Eiesha focuses on lifestyle ventures. This signals a new…

The Economic Times

Earnings are strong, but margin pain is coming; Dharmesh Kant on 3 sectors worth owning now

Indian corporate profits are currently strong. However, rising input costs present a significant challenge ahead. Investors should remain patient and selective. Sectors like defence, affordable housing finance, and healthcare offer relative stability. Telecom's Bharti Airtel is a key pick. Real estate faces headwinds, except for the affordable segment. The road…

The Economic Times

Sunil Bharti Mittal to hand over Airtel to his children in 10 yrs, desires Bharti Telecom regains 51% stake in co

Telecom leader Sunil Bharti Mittal intends to pass on Bharti Airtel's leadership to his children in the next ten years. He also aims for promoter firm Bharti Telecom to reclaim over 50 percent ownership. This transition will depend on Airtel's performance and cash generation. Mittal also plans to increase Airtel's…

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Bharti Airtel shares gain over 2% after Q4 results. Why Morgan Stanley sees more upside

Shares of Bharti Airtel rose over 2% on Thursday despite a 34% YoY fall in March-quarter consolidated net profit to Rs 7,325 crore. Investors focused on strong operational performance, with revenue climbing 16% to Rs 55,383 crore. Growth was led by steady momentum in the India business and resilient Africa…

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Bharti Airtel Q4 Results: Profit falls 34% YoY to Rs 7,325 crore even as revenue jumps 16%

Bharti Airtel Q4 Results: Bharti Airtel reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 7,325 crore for Q4 FY26, a 34% year-on-year decline, despite a 16% revenue growth to Rs 55,383 crore. The company recommended a final dividend of Rs 24 per share and highlighted strong performance in India and Africa,…

The Economic Times

Stocks in news: Airtel, Tata Motors, Dr Reddy's, NTPC, Dixon Technologies

Markets faced selling pressure on Tuesday due to weak global cues and macroeconomic concerns, with the Nifty approaching support at 23,150. Several companies like Airtel, Tata Motors, and Dr Reddy's are in focus due to earnings reports and other news developments.

The Economic Times

Will Airtel deliver another strong quarter? Analysts see stable ARPU, healthy subscriber additions in Q4

Bharti Airtel is poised for another solid quarter. Analysts predict steady subscriber growth and consistent revenue. The company's broadband segment is expected to perform strongly. Mobile ARPU is likely to remain stable. Investors will watch for updates on tariff hikes and 5G monetization. Airtel's operational momentum is expected to continue…

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Airtel Africa Joins Starlink to Deliver Direct-to-Cell Service Where Towers Don't Reach

Airtel Africa and SpaceX have joined forces to bring Starlink's Direct-to-Cell technology to 174 million users across 14 nations.

Newslaundry

How a $20 million yacht for Tina Ambani became a case study in ‘corporate sleight’

In the middle of the 2008 global financial crisis, Anil Ambani bought a luxury yacht worth US$ 20 million to gift it to his wife Tina Ambani.

Benzinga

Billionaire Gautam Adani Calls It A 'Monumental Day' As Google Partners With AdaniConneX And Airtel To Set Up $15 Billion AI Hub In India

On Tuesday, Sundar Pichai-led Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google announced plans to invest $15 billion over the next five years to build a massive artificial intelligence data center in India. This deal marks the tech giant's largest investment in the country to date.

Benzinga

India's Bharti Airtel Partners With IBM To Strengthen Cloud Offering

India’s second-largest telecom operator, Bharti Airtel, has partnered with IBM (NYSE:IBM) to offer the U.S software firm’s services through its recently launched cloud platform, as demand for cloud computing grows.

International Business Times UK

Forget Google? Perplexity AI Brings Comet Browser to India — With a Secret Hack to Bypass the £142 Fee

In an effort to challenge Google's dominance, Perplexity AI has launched its Comet browser in India. This new AI-powered tool blends browsing with a powerful answer engine, offering features from summarising articles to booking meetings.

The Independent UK

Elon Musk’s Starlink signs deals with rivals Airtel and Jio to bring satellite internet to India

Deals are subject to SpaceX receiving authorisations to sell Starlink service in India

The Independent UK

Musk's Starlink and Bharti Airtel sign deal to explore bringing satellite internet to India

Indian telecom operator Bharti Airtel says it has signed a deal with Elon Musk’s Starlink to explore providing the U.S. satellite internet giant’s services to customers in India, depending on government approval

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