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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.
$15 billion game-changer: Reliance Jio readies for a big bang in space
Reliance Jio is reportedly planning a massive 1,600-satellite low Earth orbit constellation, aiming for direct-to-device connectivity and extending its telecom dominance into space. This ambitious project, potentially costing $10-15 billion, seeks to bolster India's digital sovereignty and reduce reliance on foreign infrastructure, positioning Jio as a major global player.
Reliance Jio IPO filing nears: A look at its rise, scale, profitability
As Reliance Jio nears a reported $4 billion IPO, here's a look at how India's largest telecom operator grew, its subscriber base, services, profitability and future plans
Reliance Jio IPO: RIL's telecom arm may file draft papers for $4 billion public issue within days, says report
Reliance Jio Infocomm is preparing to file for a $4 billion IPO, potentially becoming India's largest public offering. This move follows a significant fundraising history and aims to enhance Jio's operational capabilities while managing valuation expectations ahead of its upcoming AGM.

Reliance Jio likely to file $4 billion draft IPO papers ‘within days’ before CMD Mukesh Ambani's AGM speech: Report
Jio IPO: Telecom major Reliance Jio is likely to file papers for its draft initial public offering “within days”, ahead of Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani's annual speech, according to a report by the Financial Times.
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.

Buy, Sell Or Hold: Reliance, Shriram Finance, Ashok Leyland, PNB Housing Finance And SJVN — Ask Profit
Market experts shared buy, sell and hold recommendations for an array of stocks.
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.
Ethanol transition can shift to "Transport Energy Backbone" to shield India from oil shocks: KPMG
India's ethanol use is evolving beyond simple blending. It is set to become a key transport energy source. This will help manage fluctuating global fuel prices. An adaptive fuel system, varied distribution, and flex-fuel vehicles are crucial. This shift aims to enhance energy security and reduce reliance on external price volatility.

ED Arrests Ex-Reliance Telecom Director Satish Seth; To Produce Him In Delhi Court
The CBI has booked and raided Seth's premises earlier in March as part of its investigation into an alleged loan fraud worth Rs 114.98 crore at the State Bank of India (SBI).
HVR Solar signs global MoUs to set up 1.2 GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing facility in Uttar Pradesh
HVR Solar Ltd is establishing a 1.2 GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing line in Uttar Pradesh through strategic MoUs signed at SNEC PV Power Expo 2026. Partnering with global technology providers, the facility aims to boost India's domestic renewable energy supply chain, reduce import reliance, and create over 500 local jobs.
Ecommerce isn't adding much to Retail Inc's cart
An ET analysis of eight major retailers-market leader Reliance Retail, Shoppers Stop, Westside, Arvind Fashions, DMart, Spencer's Retail, Pantaloons and Bata-showed that the contribution of e-commerce to overall revenue has seen minuscule improvement since 2021-22 even as online sales continue to increase in absolute terms. By contrast, the Covid-19 pandemic spurred explosive growth, with the share of digital sales in total revenue surging three to four times in 2020-21 and 2021-22.