Vodafone Idea: News
Why Vodafone Idea's future is uncertain in India
Vodafone Idea (Vi) is unlikely to get any more financial relief from the Indian government on its adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues, which are around ₹84,000 crore.
You can now use Vodafone Idea's 5G in Kolkata, Lucknow
Debt-ridden telecom giant Vodafone Idea has announced the expansion of its 5G network to 23 more cities in India.
Vodafone Idea's stocks up 9% in 5 sessions: Here's why
Vodafone Idea, a major telecom service provider in India, has witnessed a significant surge in its shares. The company's stock has gained nearly 9% over the last five trading sessions.
Telecom stocks are up 19% today: Here we decode why
Telecom shares, including MTNL, Vodafone Idea, and Bharti Airtel, witnessed a major rally today. The surge was mainly due to positive market sentiment after the Israel-Iran ceasefire.
Vodafone Idea shares surge 6% as Centre mulls AGR relief
Vodafone Idea's shares jumped over 6% in early trade on Tuesday.
Indian telcos post 15% revenue surge, driven by tariff hikes
India's top telecom players have reported a 15% year-on-year (YoY) jump in their combined revenues for the March quarter.
Will Vodafone Idea get AGR relief? Telecom minister weighs in
Vodafone Idea's hopes of getting relief in its Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues have been dashed.
Airtel proposes initiative with Jio, Vi to combat telecom fraud
Airtel has pitched a joint plan to tackle the growing menace of telecom fraud in India. The company has sought the support of Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea (Vi).
Merger, sale: What's next for struggling telco Vodafone Idea?
Shares of Vodafone Idea have plunged by 3% today, after an 8% fall yesterday.
Your Wi-Fi connection at home should become stronger, faster soon
The Indian government has proposed new rules to delicense the lower part of the 6GHz spectrum band.
You can use Vi's 5G services in Delhi-NCR from tomorrow
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced its plan to launch 5G services in the Delhi-NCR region tomorrow.
You can use Vodafone 5G in Delhi, Bengaluru from May
Vodafone Idea has announced plans to expand its 5G network to Delhi and Bengaluru in May.
Your phone bills in India are about to go down
The Indian government is scrapping spectrum usage charges (SUC) on airwaves bought by telecom companies before September 2021, the Times of India has reported.
Vodafone-Idea launches 5G services in Mumbai—How plans compare to rivals
Vodafone Idea has officially launched its 5G services in Mumbai, marking a major milestone for the telecom giant.
Control center, call interceptions—Modi government sets demands for Starlink's launch
India's central government has asked Elon Musk's satellite venture, Starlink, to establish a control center in the country, as per a TOI report.
SC rejects Airtel, Vodafone Idea's plea on AGR dues miscalculation
The Supreme Court of India has rejected review petitions of telecom giants Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea.
Vodafone Idea to launch 5G services in Mumbai by March
Vodafone Idea has announced plans to launch its 5G services in Mumbai by March this year.
Jio, Airtel, Vi may increase tariffs by 10% this year
Telecom giants Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea are said to be contemplating a tariff hike of up to 10% in 2025.
Vi's 5G launch could benefit Jio, Airtel users: Here's why
Vodafone Idea (Vi) will launch its 5G mobile broadband service in India this March, the Economic Times reported.
Vodafone Idea board approves raising ₹1,980 crore via share sale
Vodafone Idea's plans to raise up to ₹1,980 crore via a preferential share sale have been approved by the board.
After Airtel, Vi introduces AI-based solution to combat spam messages
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has launched an artificial intelligence (AI)-based solution, designed to identify and flag spam messages sent to its users.
Why Vi, MTNL, other telecom stocks surged by 19% today
Telecom stocks in India soared during today's trading session, with some rising as much as 19%.
Reliance Jio loses 8M subscribers in September, BSNL sees growth
India's largest telecom operator Reliance Jio has witnessed a massive net loss of 79.7 lakh subscribers in September.
Vi's esports tournament goes live, COD players can now participate
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has kicked off its first-ever grassroots esports tournament, called 'Vi Game to Fame.'
What Vi's $3.6B network deal means for investors and customers
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has secured a significant $3.6 billion funding deal, set to revitalize the telecom company and enhance its network infrastructure.
Vodafone Idea inks $3.6B network equipment deal with Nokia, Samsung
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has secured a $3.6 billion deal with tech giants Nokia, Ericsson, and Samsung.
Setback for Airtel, Vi as SC rejects AGR review plea
The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea by telecommunication companies, including Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea, requesting a re-computation of adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues.
Vi shares crash after Goldman Sachs downgrades price by 83%
Vodafone Idea's shares experienced a significant drop of 14% on Friday, falling to ₹12.91 from the previous day's closing price of ₹15.09.
How Airtel and Jio's prepaid users can avoid higher tariffs
Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel have announced a price hike for their prepaid and postpaid mobile plans, set to come into effect from July 3.
Following Jio, Airtel increases mobile data plans by 21%
Bharti Airtel announced on Friday a tariff increase of 11-21% for all prepaid and postpaid users, effective from July 3.
Jio tariff hike: How your prepaid, postpaid plans have changed
Reliance Jio, the leading telecom company in India, has announced a significant tariff hike of 12-25% across all mobile plans.
Vodafone Group plans ₹3,000 crore investment in Vodafone Idea
Vodafone Group Plc is set to invest up to ₹3,000 crore in its Indian telecom joint venture, Vodafone Idea.
India gears up for spectrum auction worth over ₹96,300 crore
India is set to kick off its spectrum auction today, with airwaves valued at a whopping ₹96,317.65 crore up for grabs.
Vodafone Idea shares soar 4% after completing 5G rollout obligation
Vodafone Idea, a leading telecom service provider, has witnessed 4% surge in its share price today.
Vodafone offloads 19% stake in Indus Towers for ₹17,000 crore
Vodafone Group PLC, the UK-based telecom giant, has sold a 19% stake in India's largest mobile tower installation company, Indus Towers, through block deals.
Vi may offer more shares to vendors to clear dues
Vodafone Idea (Vi) is considering offering more shares to its vendors, including Nokia and Ericsson, to settle its outstanding operational dues, according to industry analysts.
Vodafone Idea to raise ₹2,458 crore through equity shares
Vodafone Idea's board of directors has approved a plan to raise up to ₹2,458 crore by issuing over 166 crore fully paid-up equity shares.
Vodafone Idea secures ₹14,000 crore loan from SBI-led consortium
A consortium of lenders, spearheaded by the State Bank of India, has given a preliminary nod for a ₹14,000 crore loan to Vodafone Idea (Vi).
India's ₹96,000 crore 5G spectrum auction postponed to June 25
India's much-awaited 5G spectrum auction, a key event in the telecom sector, has been postponed for the second time and is now slated for June 25.
Vodafone Idea is offering 130GB additional data to its users
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has launched the 'Vi Guarantee Program,' a new initiative aimed at providing an additional 130GB data to new 4G and 5G smartphone users.
Aditya Birla Group's market cap crosses $100 billion milestone
The combined market capitalization of the companies under the Aditya Birla Group has successfully exceeded the $100 billion mark.
Vodafone Idea to raise ₹2,075 crore from Aditya Birla Group
Vodafone Idea has unveiled plans to secure a funding of up to ₹2,075 crore from Oriana Investments, a subsidiary of the Aditya Birla Group.
Vodafone Idea to begin 5G rollout around Diwali
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has unveiled plans to initiate its 5G rollout in about six months, possibly around Diwali, which falls on November 1.
Vodafone Idea's losses in Q4 increase 19.5% to ₹7,675 crore
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has reported a year-on-year increase in losses of 19.5% for the last quarter of fiscal 2024, amounting to ₹7,674.6 crore compared to ₹6,418.9 crore in the same period last year.
India's leading telecom operators prepare for ₹96,317cr 5G spectrum auction
India's top private telecom operators, Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea are set to participate in the upcoming 5G spectrum auction valued at ₹96,317.65 crore.
Vodafone Idea raises crucial funds through India's largest FPO
Vodafone Idea, a prominent telecom service provider currently facing challenges, has successfully concluded its ₹18,000 crore follow-on public offer (FPO), setting a new record as the largest FPO in Indian history.
Vodafone Idea secures ₹5,400 crore from anchor investors
Vodafone Idea has successfully raised ₹5,400 crore from anchor investors.
Vodafone Idea's ₹18,000 crore FPO starts April 18
Vodafone Idea has officially announced the launch of a follow-on public offering (FPO) of its equity shares, valued at ₹18,000 crore.
VI gets approval to raise ₹2,075cr from Aditya Birla Group
Vodafone Idea has announced its plans to secure a substantial investment of ₹2,075 crore from its promoter, the Aditya Birla Group.
Vodafone Idea shareholders approve ₹20,000cr fundraise plan for 5G push
Shareholders of Vodafone Idea have approved a ₹20,000 crore fundraising initiative on April 3.
Airtel, Vi roll out special offers for IPL 2024 season
Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea (Vi) have launched a variety of discounts, tariff revisions, and bonus data deals for prepaid customers in anticipation of the Indian Premier League's 2024 season.
Vodafone-Idea secures $1 billion in equity commitments from anchor investors
Vodafone Idea is making strides in its financial restructuring efforts, having secured over $1 billion (Rs. 8,200 crore) in equity commitments from anchor investors, as it aims to raise Rs. 45,000 crore in equity and debt.
SC overturns HC orders on taxing SIM card sale discounts
The Supreme Court of India granted significant relief to telecom companies by overturning Delhi and Calcutta High Courts' rulings on taxing discounts given during the sale of SIM cards.
Vodafone Idea reports Q3 net loss of Rs. 6,986 crore
Vodafone Idea has experienced a net loss of Rs. 6,985.9 crore in Q3 FY24.
These Vodafone Idea postpaid plans offer free Swiggy One membership
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced that Swiggy One membership will now be included in its Vi Max postpaid plans.
Is Vodafone Idea tying up with Elon Musk's Starlink?
Cash-strapped telecom operator Vodafone Idea has revealed it is not in talks with Elon Musk's satellite internet company, Starlink.
Vodafone Idea jumps 15% to hit 52-week high
Vodafone Idea's stock price on Monday skyrocketed nearly 15% to a new 52-week high of Rs. 18.42 per share on the BSE,
Vi launches Rs. 3,199 annual plan with Prime Video subscription
Vi (Vodafone Idea) has introduced a Rs. 3,199 annual prepaid recharge plan that comes bundled with a one-year Amazon Prime Video mobile subscription.
These Airtel, Jio, Vi plans offer free Disney+ Hotstar subscription
Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) all offer prepaid plans bundled with free Disney+ Hotstar subscription.
Vi Max Family postpaid plans now offer unlimited night-time data
Vi (Vodafone Idea) has rolled out new features for its Max Family postpaid plan subscribers, including Data Sharing and Night Time Unlimited Data.
Vodafone Idea announces Independence Day offer for prepaid users
Just as Independence Day is around the corner, Vodafone Idea (Vi) has revealed a new 'Freedom Offer' for its customers.
Best quarterly prepaid recharge plans from Airtel, Jio, and Vi
India's leading telecom operators are now offering a range of prepaid recharge plans to users with good data benefits, validity, and additional perks.
Cheapest data plans from Vi: Price starts at Rs. 17
Vodafone Idea (Vi) provides a bunch of appealing data plans for its prepaid customers, perhaps more affordable compared to other telecom operators.
These Vi postpaid plans offer multiple connections on single bill
Vodafone Idea (Vi) offers a range of postpaid plans in India.
Vi's single-subscriber postpaid plans in India: Check price and benefits
Vodafone Idea (Vi) currently offers five single-subscriber postpaid plans in India.
Vodafone Idea (Vi) prepaid plans with additional data, weekend rollover
Vodafone Idea (Vi) offers some of the best prepaid recharge plans in the Indian telecom industry.
Vi, Jio, Airtel: Whose Rs. 296 plan is better
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has introduced a new prepaid plan for Indian customers at Rs. 296. The recharge bundle includes bulk data, SMS, voice calling, and 30 days of validity.
Vodafone Idea and Motorola announce 5G partnership in India
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has partnered with Motorola to bring 5G technology to the OEM's smartphone lineup in India.
Reliance Jio, Airtel, and Vi to increase tariffs by 10%
You may soon have higher mobile bills as leading telcos in India are expected to hike the prices of their mobile plans.
5G in India: Which cities have Airtel, Jio's 5G services?
The fifth-generation mobile network or 5G is now live in select parts of India.
SEBI allows converting Vodafone Idea's dues into equity
Struggling telecom player Vodafone Idea has been thrown a lifeline. The Security and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has approved the central government's proposal to convert the company's dues worth $1.92 billion to equity, two officials told Reuters.
Here's how you can get free Vi VIP number online
Telecom provider Vodafone Idea (Vi) has introduced an interesting offer in India that allows customers to select their own new number. They can also obtain a VIP one for free.
5G auction ends: Looking at bids of Jio, Airtel, Adani
India's first 5G spectrum auction came to an end on Monday after 40 rounds of intense bidding.
5G spectrum auction: Reliance Jio emerges as top bidder
The third day of India's first 5G spectrum auction has commenced with the 10th round now underway. Five rounds of intense bidding were witnessed yesterday.
India's 5G auction starts: Reliance Jio, Airtel, Adani among bidders
India's first 5G spectrum auction is now underway and will go on till 6pm today. The number of days of the auction will depend on demand.
Government becomes largest shareholder in Vodafone Idea under new plan
Vodafone Idea (Vi) Ltd. has decided to convert its Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues into government equity.
Vodafone Idea shares hit 52-week low amid uncertainty over future
Trouble is mounting for debt-laden Vodafone Idea (Vi) as its shares tanked as much as 24% on the Bombay Stock Exchange Thursday.
KM Birla offers to hand over VIL stake to government
The Chairman of Aditya Birla Group Kumar Mangalam Birla has offered to hand over his stake in debt-laden Vodafone Idea Ltd. (VIL) to the government or any other entity that the government may consider worthy to keep the company operational.
Steps to activate DND on Airtel, Jio, Vi, other networks
Have those endless promotional calls and messages been annoying you?