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WhatsApp Username Feature Runs Into India's Push For Telecom-Linked Identity
WhatsApp has said usernames will be capped at 35 characters.
Bharti Airtel shares in focus as NBFC Airtel Money commences commercial operations after RBI nod
Bharti Airtel shares will be in focus after its NBFC arm, Airtel Money, commenced commercial operations following RBI approval. The development comes as Nomura reaffirmed its bullish stance on the telecom major, raising its target price to Rs 2,355 per share. Despite a 34% drop in Q4 profit, Airtel reported strong revenue growth and margin expansion across its India and Africa businesses.
From WhatsApp chats to food orders: How Sebi cracked a Rs 144 crore stock manipulation scheme
Sebi uncovered an alleged Rs 144 crore pump-and-dump scheme by analysing airline bookings, hotel stays, food delivery records, WhatsApp chats, telecom data and banking trails. The investigation linked digital footprints to identify the alleged mastermind and entities behind five manipulated stocks.
Bharti Airtel's NBFC arm Airtel Money begins commercial operations
Bharti Airtel's NBFC arm, Airtel Money, has commenced commercial operations, marking a key milestone in the telecom company's digital lending strategy after receiving its RBI licence earlier this year.
This move by Dixon Tech could create a large and high-margin opportunity, Investec says
Beyond smartphones, Investec said Dixon's IT hardware and telecom businesses remain on a strong growth trajectory. It expects ongoing backward integration initiatives to support margin expansion from FY28 onwards.
Kotak Institutional removes ABB India, Siemens, Cummins India from model portfolio
Kotak Institutional Equities' Sanjeev Prasad prefers private banks over IT and expensive industrial stocks, citing attractive valuations, stable credit growth and the potential for re-rating. He warned that AI-driven pricing pressure makes it difficult to value IT companies and said investors should avoid chasing richly valued capital goods and electrification stocks despite strong long-term themes. Healthcare, hospitality, retail and telecom remain among his preferred sectors.
10 reasons why Nomura stays bullish on Bharti Airtel, sees 28% upside
Nomura has named Bharti Airtel its top telecom pick, raising its target price to Rs 2,355 and calling it an 'ARPU compounder'. The brokerage highlighted the company's strong free cash flow generation, potential tariff hikes, and growth in its data centers, Airtel Money, and African businesses.
China, India see top firms lose market cap share in AI lag - ET Telecom
China, India see top firms lose market cap share in AI lagET Telecom
DoT opens applications under new telecom authorisation regime
The Department of Telecom has opened applications for companies seeking authorization to provide telecommunication services under the new Telecom Act, 2023. Existing licensees can also migrate to this new regime. A digital portal is now live for submissions. This shift replaces the previous contractual license system. Existing players migrating will need to pay an entry fee and relinquish overlapping licenses. Bank guarantees have also been simplified for new applicants.
India's wireless subscriber base expands to nearly 1300 million in May 2026: TRAI
The number of wireless subscribers increased from 1288.96 million at the end of April 2026 to 1294.46 million at the end of May 2026. This expansion represents a monthly growth rate of 0.43 per cent for the country's wireless sector, according to a Telecom Regulatory Authority of India report, which highlighted steady upward movement across both urban and rural markets.
In the age of AI, telecom vendors say no device can be declared vulnerability-free
Telecom equipment manufacturers are struggling with the government's demand for guaranteed vulnerability-free gear, citing the rapid evolution of cyber threats. Vendors met with the Department of Telecommunications seeking clearer policy guidelines for Pro Tem certificates, essential for selling products like 5G equipment. The government assured that National Centre for Communication Security is finalizing new policy guidelines soon, addressing industry concerns about self-declarations and potential penalties.
BSNL's corner office goes open market as Centre seeks new CMD
The government is actively seeking a new Chairman and Managing Director for BSNL, opening the door to private sector professionals for the first time. Applicants must meet specific age and financial criteria, with a deadline of July 22. This strategic move aims to bring fresh leadership to the state-owned telecom giant, following an extension for the current interim chief.