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Ambanis double down but Reliance’s growth engines sputter
While the Rs 9,000 crore promoter investment in Q1 brings a measure of reassurance, investors will still have to wait for Jio and retail to work through their challenges.
17 Jul 2026
Airtel’s Q4 performance adds to Jio IPO headwinds
FY26 numbers show that Airtel is stealing a march on its larger rival on most counts and is unrelenting in its ambition, casting a cloud on Jio’s valuation.
18 May 2026
The ifs, buts and maybes continue for Vodafone Idea
Expectations of Vodafone Idea shareholders are (once again) running high for further relief on AGR dues. The government may not play ball so easily.
25 Aug 2025
Airtel reports 43% rise in Q1 net profit, outshines Jio
The telecom major reported strong first-quarter results, supported by steady growth in revenue per user and continued momentum in its India mobile business.
05 Aug 2025
Shiny headlines mask Jio’s dull performance
Reliance’s telecom business has demonstrated impressive growth in Q1. Yet, fundamental slippages are holding back profitability, even as Airtel continues to keep its lead. Expect more headwinds, not a bumper IPO.
20 Jul 2025
Vodafone Idea in talks to raise $2.9 billion in loans
The struggling telecom operator is aiming to borrow from an SBI-led consortium of lenders to strengthen its network.
25 Jun 2025
Airtel’s performance lets it swat away AGR setback
The apex court’s quashing of its over $4 bn relief request did little to dim the telco’s stellar all-round show in FY25 or the market’s love for the stock.
20 May 2025
Vodafone Idea, Airtel ask Supreme Court to waive billions in dues
The two telcos are seeking relief on interest and penalties owed to the DoT, arrived at on the basis of a widened scope of revenue assessment.
18 May 2025
Why telcos’ ‘WhatsApp’ argument against TRAI’s crackdown makes no sense
The telecom regulator’s new rules to battle spam calls and messages has telecom companies all riled up.
17 Feb 2025
BSNL, MTNL get Rs 6,000 crore to boost 4G coverage
The funding, approved by the Cabinet, will be used by the state-owned companies to set up 100,000 4G sites to improve connectivity.
09 Feb 2025
