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Airtel launches 'Priority Postpaid' with a 'slicing' tech: Check the 5G plans
Bharti Airtel has launched "Priority Postpaid," a new service leveraging 5G slicing technology to enhance network experience for postpaid users. This innovation prioritizes connectivity for premium customers during high-traffic situations, ensuring stable performance for work and daily digital needs. It marks India's first deployment of slicing-based 5G services, offering a more reliable and dependable mobile experience.

Top Gainers & Losers on May 19: Triveni Turbine, Tata Tech, Angel One, OLA, Coforge, Vodafone Idea among top gainers
On May 19, the Indian stock market remained range-bound despite positive opening, with the Nifty 50 closing down 0.23%. The broader market outperformed benchmarks, led by Nifty IT's 3.18% gain. Financial stocks struggled, while geopolitical developments around Iran influenced oil prices.
Volume Shocker: MFs added 1 crore+ shares to 9 stocks in April '26; shares rally up to 55%
ETMarkets’ mutual fund analysis highlights 43 stocks with strong share additions in April 2026 versus March 2026, with nine names emerging after a performance filter. Eternal and Vodafone Idea led inflows, while select stocks showed sharp gains driven by sustained institutional buying and strong price momentum.
VolumeShocker:MFsadded1crore+sharesto9stocksinApril'26; sharesrallyupto55%
ETMarkets’ mutual fund analysis highlights 43 stocks with strong share additions in April 2026 versus March 2026, with nine names emerging after a performance filter. Eternal and Vodafone Idea led inflows, while select stocks showed sharp gains driven by sustained institutional buying and strong price momentum.

Vodafone Idea’s survival has certainty, but shareholders’ patience may be tested
Vodafone Idea reduced its loss before tax by 13% to ₹5,515 crore in Q4FY26. The Aditya Birla Group will infuse ₹4,730 crore into the company. Despite this, investor concerns remain over Vodafone’s ability to grow amid high competition and significant debt.

Top Gainers & Losers on May 18: Gland Pharma, Coforge, PB Fintech, BSE, Voltas, Bharti Airtel among top gainers
Indian stocks marginally gained on May 18, driven by strong tech buying and pharma support, with Nifty 50 up 0.03% at 23,649 and BSE Sensex at 75,263. However, the broader market faced pressure as Nifty Midcap 100 and Nifty Smallcap 100 fell.
Selling at higher levels turns 23,800 into key barrier for Nifty: Analysts
Benchmark Nifty closed lower last week. Analysts anticipate continued range-bound trading for Nifty this week. Trading strategies suggest buying on dips and selling on rallies within the 23,800-23,200 range. Specific stock recommendations include Indus Towers, Samvardhana Motherson International, Aditya Birla Capital, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, and Arvind Limited. Investors are advised to consider these opportunities.
Aditya Birla Group to invest $500 million in Vodafone Idea as revival signal strengthens
Aditya Birla Group is injecting ₹4,730 crore into Vodafone Idea (Vi) through a preferential allotment, bolstering the telecom operator's financial standing. This capital infusion follows Kumar Mangalam Birla's return as chairman and aims to support Vi's efforts to compete with rivals Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel.

Vodafone Idea Fundraising: Aditya Birla Group Commits $500M Infusion
The Average Revenue Per User increased to Rs Rs. 190 from Rs. 175.

Vodafone Idea, Bharat Coking Coal, Adani Power, Nazara Tech among the most traded stocks on NSE today, 15 May 2026 - Mint
Vodafone Idea, Bharat Coking Coal, Adani Power, Nazara Tech among the most traded stocks on NSE today, 15 May 2026Mint

Exclusive: Promoter-backed fund raise on cards for AB Capital
Source told CNBC-TV18 that Aditya Birla Capital may soon raise ₹4000-₹5000 crore via preferential issue and QIP with promoter and institutional participation. Vodafone Idea to also consider fundraise on May 16.
Sunil Bharti Mittal announces succession plan: Meet the GenNext
Airtel founder Sunil Bharti Mittal is preparing for a leadership change over the next ten years. His three children, Kavin, Shravin, and Eiesha, have established their own professional paths. Kavin is a tech entrepreneur, Shravin is an investor and dealmaker, and Eiesha focuses on lifestyle ventures. This signals a new chapter for the Bharti group.