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India's next telecom battle could be fought on highways, with connected cars
India's telecom battles have traditionally revolved around spectrum, towers and tariffs. But a new consultation paper by TRAI on Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication suggests the next frontier could be India's highways. The proposal envisions vehicles, roads, traffic systems and cloud platforms communicating in real time through Cellular V2X technology built on existing 4G and 5G networks.
DoT delicenses mid, high frequency bands to boost passenger safety, autonomous car development
India's telecom department has removed licensing for 5.9 GHz and 77-81 GHz spectrum bands. This move will enhance passenger safety in vehicles. It will also enable the development of autonomous vehicles. Cars and traffic systems can now communicate in real-time. This will make roads safer and reduce congestion. The decision supports connected and autonomous mobility.
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.
Road safety tech plan hit by telcos-auto turf war
India's ambitious V2X deployment faces a major hurdle as telecom operators, tech firms, and auto bodies clash over control. Disagreements over licensing, spectrum, and mandatory testing threaten to delay the life-saving technology aimed at reducing road fatalities. Stakeholders are divided on how to best manage this critical road safety ecosystem.
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.
Ahead of IPO plans, Jio’s spectrum dues decline 4% to ₹1.04 trillion in FY26
The liability remains substantial, primarily due to the company’s historically aggressive spectrum acquisition strategy