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Airtel Business, ITI partner to jointly provide digital solutions to enterprises

Airtel Business and ITI Ltd have partnered to offer digital solutions to enterprises. This collaboration aims to enhance Airtel's share in the public sector market. They will combine high-speed connectivity with secure data center and cloud services. The partnership will also support the nation's defence and security needs. Both companies…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

Airtel’s Nxtra steps up data centre push with two stake deals

Nxtra Data is acquiring stakes in Rochak Systems and Rovision Tech Hub. This move aims to expand its data centre capacity significantly over coming years. The company plans to increase capacity to one gigawatt from current levels. This expansion will be supported by capital expenditure and external funding. Airtel is…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Bharti Airtel shares jump 4% after Q1 results. Here’s what Jefferies, CLSA, others are saying

Bharti Airtel shares rose 4% after the telecom major reported a 37% year-on-year jump in June-quarter net profit and an 18% increase in revenue. Brokerages remained bullish, with target prices implying up to 21% upside, driven by strong subscriber additions, higher ARPU and robust cash flows.

The Economic Times · Aug 5

Who gets faster Internet? India's net world may soon have first class and economy

India is reviewing its net neutrality rules to allow 5G network slicing, a move that could let telecom operators offer premium connectivity with guaranteed speed, latency and reliability. The policy shift could transform industries from healthcare to manufacturing while raising concerns about a two-tier internet where businesses and consumers pay…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Telecom subscriber base rises to 134.8 crore in June; Airtel leads growth: TRAI data

India's telecom subscriber base reached 134.8 crore in June, showing marginal growth. Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio led subscriber additions, contributing significantly to the increase. Wireless connections rose to 130 crore, with consumer SIMs forming the largest segment. Wireline connections saw a monthly decline, mainly due to BSNL's losses. Broadband…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

Rajasthan's Forgotten Village Road Trip Circuit: The Offbeat Desert Route Worth Taking

The Circuit Nobody Told You AboutMandawa does not have a single traffic light. The painted havelis here, merchant mansions covered floor to frieze in frescoes of steam trains, European women, and Hindu gods, sit in a town most Rajasthan itineraries skip entirely. This is the Shekhawati region, and it is…

Times Life · Jul 14

Your mobile bills may go up by another 12-15% soon

Get ready for another telecom tariff hike, with prices expected to rise by 12-15% in the next three to four months. This comes as the market consolidates, favoring established players. Expect a slight increase in average revenue per user this quarter, driven by upgrades to 4G and 5G. Meanwhile, Reliance…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

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.

The Economic Times · Jun 30

S&P upgrades Bharti Airtel to 'BBB+' on strong India, Africa growth and debt reduction prospects

Bharti Airtel's credit rating has been boosted to 'BBB+' by S&P Global Ratings, reflecting robust earnings growth anticipated in India and Africa. The agency foresees expanding profits driven by escalating data consumption and market improvements. Expectations are for a 3-4% subscriber increase and 5-7% ARPU growth in India, while Airtel's…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

Jio IPO: Bharti Airtel shares jump 2% as Mukesh Ambani says Jio to file DRHP today

Bharti Airtel shares rose over 2% after Mukesh Ambani announced Jio Platforms will file its DRHP with SEBI. The proposed IPO could become India’s largest. Jio’s strong subscriber base and valuation outlook highlight intensifying competition with Airtel in the telecom and broadband space.

The Economic Times · Jun 19