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Reliance Jio Telecom Business: Ambanis bet on 5G, AI and broadband in five-point blueprint for Jio's next chapter
Reliance Jio remains India's telecom leader with aggressive 5G expansion, growing subscriber numbers, and new digital services featured prominently at the AGM. Reliance Jio announced five strategic growth commitments, including expanding 5G adoption and broadband access, as its subscriber base surpassed 524 million. The company is also venturing into satellite communications with a proposed LEO constellation and is preparing for a potential $4 billion IPO, solidifying its position as India's largest telecom operator.
Multibagger HFCL shares hit 5% upper circuit for second session. What’s triggering the surge?
HFCL shares surged significantly after securing a substantial contract from Rail Vikas Nigam Limited. This order bolsters HFCL's standing in the telecom sector. The company is also expanding into defence, aerospace, and data centre opportunities. HFCL is transforming into a global technology player with increasing export revenues. The market anticipates continued growth driven by AI and data centre infrastructure.
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 digital communications ecosystem.
HFCL shares jump 5% after Rs 2,666-crore RVNL order; stock soars 200% in 6 months
HFCL shares surged after securing a significant contract from Rail Vikas Nigam Limited for the BharatNet project. This order strengthens HFCL's telecom network presence. The company is also expanding into defence and aerospace sectors. HFCL is a key player in optical fibre cable manufacturing and is involved in AI connectivity. Its export revenue is projected to grow substantially.
HFCL rises after bagging Rs 2,666-cr BharatNet Phase-III contract from RVNL
HFCL rose 3.29% to Rs 196.45 after the company announced that it has secured a contract worth approximately Rs 2,666.09 crore from Rail Vikas Nigam (RVNL) for the BharatNet Phase-III project in the Uttar Pradesh (West) Telecom Circle.
HFCL bags Rs 2,666 crore telcom gear supply order from Rail Vikas Nigam for BharatNet project
HFCL has secured a significant Rs 2,666 crore order from Rail Vikas Nigam Limited. This contract is for the BharatNet Phase-3 project in Uttar Pradesh West. HFCL will supply telecom equipment and manage installation and commissioning. The project includes network creation and maintenance over a considerable period. This order adds to previous contracts for the same project.
Telcos reject call for cheaper, standalone voice & SMS plans
Telecom operators Reliance Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea have rejected the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India's (Trai) proposal for mandatory affordable voice and SMS-only plans. Consumer advocates argue this forces millions of feature phone users to subsidize data they don't use, while telcos claim it's technically unsound and anti-consumer.
Monarch Networth says Nifty can hit 28,000 in 2026, picks three top stocks
Monarch Networth Capital expects Nifty to reach 27,000-28,000 in 2026, driven by earnings recovery, capex growth and lower interest rates. The brokerage favours banking, telecom and IT sectors, while seeing opportunities in select midcap and smallcap stocks including SBI, HFCL and Hindustan Copper.
Telcos, businesses spar over calls, SMS consent regime
Telecom firms and banks are locked in a dispute over India's new digital consent rules for commercial messages. Major operators like Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio want exclusive control over customer consent. They argue smaller players contribute to spam. Other stakeholders believe dominant telcos seek to monopolize a profitable new system.
Mumbai Metro Aqua Line’s 2-year signal war ends: Your phone finally works underground
Mumbai Metro Aqua Line commuters can now enjoy mobile network connectivity after a two-year dispute resolution. Vodafone Idea and Airtel are rolling out services across stations, with Jio to follow soon. Telecom operators now have direct contracts with MMRCL, significantly reducing infrastructure rental costs and ensuring reliable communication for passengers.
Stocks to Watch for June 10: Bharti Airtel, Indigo, Ajanta Pharma, OMC stocks and more
Bharti Airtel gains relief after the Bombay High Court quashed OTSC demands, while IndiGo remains in focus following a 10% hike in aviation turbine fuel prices. Ajanta Pharma sees a promoter stake sale via a block deal, the government expands NLC India's OFS, and Dixon Technologies plans a telecom manufacturing joint venture with Gemtek. Here are the key stocks to watch ahead of Wednesday's trading session.
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.