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DoT Unveils Draft Rules For Spectrum Allocation For Satellite Firms, MTNL, BSNL; Starlink Out Of Ambit
The satellite broadband industry is still awaiting a separate framework.
DoT drafts spectrum assignment rules for BSNL, satellite and broadcasting firms; NGSO players excluded
New draft rules from the Department of Telecommunications will allow administrative spectrum assignment for state-run firms like BSNL and MTNL, law enforcement, and private satellite/broadcasting companies. These rules specifically apply to geostationary orbit (GSO) satellite users, including VSAT and teleport operators, with spectrum fees set at 3-4% of adjusted gross revenue. Non-GSO players like Starlink are awaiting separate pricing and approval processes.
Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea get ₹10,500 crore-plus relief after Bombay HC verdict
Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea have quantified the financial impact of the Bombay High Court's ruling on one-time spectrum charges, with the order setting aside demands worth over ₹10,500 crore and directing the return of bank guarantees.
Airtel Arm Bharti Hexacom Gets Rs 473-Crore Relief After Bombay HC Order In Spectrum Case
The relief comes as part of a wider judgment in favour of Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea, with the court striking down the Centre's retrospective levy of one-time spectrum charges imposed on telecom operators.
Vodafone Idea share price jumps over 3% after Bombay High Court relief on spectrum charges
Vodafone Idea share price has gained 30% in one month, and has rallied 47% in three months. The telecom stock has surged 36% in six months, while it has jumped 106% in one year.
Vodafone Idea Shares Rise 3% After Bombay High Court Quashes Retrospective Spectrum Levy
Vodafone Idea shares rose as much as 3.12%, and are currently trading around 1.60% higher at Rs 14.63 apiece as of 9:20 am.
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 actions taken under them and directing the return of bank guarantees.
HC quashes ₹23,600 cr retrospective spectrum dues on Airtel, Voda Idea
The Bombay High Court has cancelled spectrum charges of approximately 23,600 crore rupees for Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea. The court ruled the government could not retrospectively impose these charges for the period between 2008 and 2012. This decision removes significant financial uncertainty for the telecom sector. It creates a more supportive environment for future investments in India's telecommunications industry.
Airtel, Vi eye over ₹24,000 crore relief as Bombay HC quashes govt's spectrum fee demand
While the Bombay High Court has now quashed the demands against Airtel and Vodafone Idea, the broader legal battle over OTSC remains pending before the Supreme Court through multiple parallel proceedings.
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 Supreme Court is still considering the matter.
Vodafone Idea draws up ₹1 trillion cash strategy amid dues, capex push
Vodafone Idea's plan comes as analysts raise concerns about the company’s future payment obligations to clear spectrum dues, and the company is confident it can raise funds from a State Bank of India-led consortium.
Vodafone Idea gets promoter support but funding challenge persists
Vodafone Idea posted early signs of recovery with stabilising subscribers and higher Arpu, backed by a ₹4,730-crore promoter infusion. However, analysts say large spectrum dues, funding gaps and network expansion needs remain major challenges.