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BSNL, IIT Kanpur sign MoU for next-generation telecom technologies
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for joint research, development, testing, deployment and commercialisation of next-generation telecom technologies, BSNL Chairman and Managing Director A. Robert Jerard Ravi said on Wednesday.
Dixon Tech shares rise as subsidiary enters JV to manufacture optical telecom products
Dixon Technologies' shares rose after its subsidiary, Dixon Electroconnect, partnered with Gemtek Technology to form a joint venture. This new entity will manufacture and supply optical transceivers and other telecom products in India. Dixon will hold a 60% stake in the venture, aiming to leverage manufacturing prowess with Gemtek's optical module expertise for high-speed networks and data centres.
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.
Telecom stocks in demand: Voda Idea, Bharti Hexa gain up to 4%; here's why
India's telecom sector is in a multi-year recovery, driven by ARPU improvement, structural data demand, and lower incremental capex, analysts at Elara Capital believe.
Five Stocks To Buy: ICICI Bank, Bharti Airtel, Fortis Healthcare And More | June 09, 2026
Top picks include private sector lenders ICICI Bank and Federal Bank, telecom giant Bharti Airtel, and hospital chain Fortis Healthcare.
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.
Telecom revenue growth may slip to single digits without tariff hike
Telecom revenue growth may slow to single digits this year without tariff increases. Operators are delaying hikes due to inflation. A potential 15% mobile tariff rise by the second quarter could boost sector revenue. This would translate to a ₹50 increase for a 28-day pack. Industry leaders' revenue growth moderation often precedes tariff hikes.
Quant MF's Sandeep Tandon prefers power and telecom themes, remains cautious on manufacturing plays
Sandeep Tandon, Founder & CIO of Quant MF, remains cautious on kitchen appliance and consumer manufacturing companies. He said revenue growth in the segment has been modest over the past few years.
Trai plan to regulate internet TV triggers pushback from OTT, broadcaster groups
In a bid to regulate, India's telecom authority TRAI is exploring potential guidelines for online television services, sparking a backlash from digital firms and broadcasters alike. They worry about the implications of rules that could disproportionately affect OTT platforms and digital news sites, which currently abide by IT regulations without the necessity of licenses.
Telcos urge TRAI to regulate OTT apps as spam shifts online
Telecom firms report most spam now bypasses regulations via internet apps. They urge the regulator to bring these platforms under control. OTT providers counter that their oversight falls under a different ministry. Discussions are ongoing regarding new rules for spam calls and messages. Telecom operators are divided on proposed charges for robocalls.
Sterlite Tech in focus; stock zooms 111% in 1 month; up 670% from Jan low
The stock price of the telecom equipment & accessories company was frozen at the upper circuit for the ninth straight trading day, surging 55 per cent during the period.