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Bharti Airtel's Rahul Vatts named COAI Chairperson for 2026-27

Rahul Vatts of Bharti Airtel will lead COAI as Chairperson for 2026-27. Ravi Gandhi of Reliance Jio will be Vice-Chairperson. The announcement came after COAI's Annual General Body Meeting. The telecom industry body reviewed sector developments and discussed future priorities. This leadership change marks a new phase for strengthening India's…

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Stocks in news: HCL Tech, Bharti Airtel, SBI, Adani Enterprises, GMR Airports

Indian equities opened the week strong, with the Sensex and Nifty gaining nearly 1% each on positive global sentiment. Key stocks in focus include HCL Technologies, GMR Airports, Adani Enterprises, and Bharti Airtel, with significant corporate announcements and strategic moves shaping the market outlook.

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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%.

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Mcap of eight of top-10 most valued firms surges by Rs 1.90 lakh cr; ICICI Bank shines

Indian equity markets ended a volatile week on a strong note. Eight of the top-10 most valued firms saw their market valuation surge by Rs 1.90 lakh crore. ICICI Bank led the gains, adding Rs 56,223 crore. This rally was supported by improving global sentiment and RBI measures. Investor confidence…

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Prabhudas Lilladher cuts Nifty target to 26,449, lists 16 high conviction stock picks

Amidst global market turmoil from the Iran-US war and El Nino, Prabhudas Lilladher lowered its Nifty 50 target to 26,449. The brokerage anticipates limited further downside but warns of sharp swings due to prolonged uncertainty. Rising geopolitical risks and import dependence are impacting India's economy, potentially curtailing consumption demand.

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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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Elon Musk's Starlink India launch hits security roadblock ahead of SpaceX IPO

India has halted approvals for Elon Musk's Starlink internet service. Security agencies are concerned about Starlink terminals being used in the Iran war. This delay impacts SpaceX's IPO valuation. India's broadband market remains out of reach for Starlink for now. Domestic operators also face scrutiny. India seeks assurances on security…

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Banks, Bharti, IT: Sandip Sabharwal's top picks & why he is worried about Zepto IPO

Market expert Sandip Sabharwal sees private banks like Axis and ICICI as top buys. He believes IT stocks are oversold with potential for 12-15% upside. Bharti Airtel is his sole pick in telecom. Sabharwal cautions against richly valued domestic companies, citing Zepto's IPO valuation as an example. Investors should focus…

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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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Stocks in news: Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea, NLC India, Motilal Oswal, HCL Tech

Indian markets saw a sharp decline on Monday amid global worries and geopolitical tensions. Nifty moved closer to a key support level. Several companies were in focus. NLC India announced an Offer for Sale. Motilal Oswal saw promoter share sales. HCL Tech launched an AI zone with Google Cloud. IRCTC…

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Bombay HC sets aside govt order on one-time spectrum charges on Airtel, Vodafone Idea

The Bombay High Court has cancelled the one-time spectrum charges for Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea. This decision brings relief of approximately Rs 20,000 crore to both companies. Bank guarantees submitted by the firms will be returned. All demand notices and orders concerning these charges have been set aside. The…

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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.

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Q4 earnings review: Motilal Oswal highlights broad-based beat on estimates, lists 6 sectors that exceeded expectations

Motilal Oswal said Q4 FY26 earnings surpassed expectations, with aggregate profits rising 16% year-on-year against its 8% estimate. Strong performances from BFSI, metals, OMCs, technology, telecom and automobiles drove the beat, while oil & gas lagged. The brokerage remains selective, favouring domestic growth-oriented sectors and stocks.

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Mcap of 7 of top-10 valued firms erodes by Rs 1.54 lakh cr; Reliance takes biggest hit

In a holiday-shortened last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex dropped 639.61 points, or 0.84 per cent, and the NSE Nifty declined 171.55 points, or 0.72 per cent.

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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…

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Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Wednesday

Domestic equity benchmarks ended lower on Tuesday, snapping a three-session rally amid profit booking in financial, realty and consumer stocks. Analysts said Nifty may remain positive above key support levels despite near-term weakness, while broader market sentiment stayed mixed with selective buying interest.

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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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Mcap of 6 of top-10 most valued firms surges by Rs 74,111 cr; Reliance biggest winner

The combined market valuation of 6 of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 74,111.57 crore last week, with Reliance Industries emerging as the biggest gainer.

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Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday

Nifty ended marginally lower as IT and FMCG weakness offset gains in autos, metals and realty. Analysts flagged resistance near key moving averages and bearish momentum. Markets remain rangebound, with crucial support near 23,400 and resistance around 23,800–23,900 levels.

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Vi shares double investments in 1 year. Here’s what analysts from Macquarie, JPMorgan, other global brokerages say

Vodafone Idea shares have surged over 100% in a year. Analysts from Macquarie, JPMorgan, and other global brokerages offer mixed views. While some see potential catalysts like government support and promoter infusion, many highlight significant challenges. Key concerns include securing crucial bank funding for capex and regaining market share. Investors…

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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.

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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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Vodafone Idea shares jump 4% to fresh record high but Nomura, other brokerages remain cautious; here’s why

Vodafone Idea shares surged over 4% to a new record high, driven by a significant net profit increase in Q4 FY26, largely due to accounting gains. Despite a near 100% rally in the past year, brokerages remain cautious, with Nomura downgrading to 'Neutral' while increasing its target price, citing the…

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Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Tuesday

Indian indices were subdued with Nifty up 0.03% and Sensex down 0.10%. High volatility (VIX at 19.63) and bearish momentum indicators suggest near-term weakness. Analysts expect Nifty to trade between 23,300–23,800, with resistance near 23,650 and key selling pressure visible.

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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…

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