InterneTelecom InterneTelecom
  • including Vodafone Idea
  • Authority of India
  • Telecom Regulatory Authority
  • delivering next-generation telecommunications
  • Airtel Africa
  • Reliance Jio
  • Bharti Airtel Limited
  • Agr Dues


    AGR Dues Dispute: Telcos Challenge DoT’s Additional Demands

    AGR Dues Dispute: Telcos Challenge DoT’s Additional Demands

    Telcos Vi and Airtel challenge DoT's additional AGR dues demands post-SC order. Dispute centers on reassessment concerns and accounting completion. AGR dues and telecom firms are key.


    Vodafone Idea Challenges AGR Dues Demand

    Vodafone Idea Challenges AGR Dues Demand

    Vodafone Idea challenges DoT's additional Rs 9,450 crore AGR dues demand, citing Supreme Court rulings. Vi highlights discrepancies and potential double-counting in DoT's calculations until FY17.


    Vodafone Idea: $1B Investment & Government’s Rescue Plan

    Vodafone Idea: $1B Investment & Government’s Rescue Plan

    Indian government seeks $1B investment for Vodafone Idea (Vi) to reduce debt and maintain telecom market stability. Discussing AGR relief and stake dilution to attract investors and ensure Vi's survival.


    Vi’s Future: Capex, 5G, and AGR Clarity

    Vi’s Future: Capex, 5G, and AGR Clarity

    Vi focuses on 5G rollout, reduced churn, and seeks AGR clarity for bank funding. Capex relies on internal accruals post-FPO, with ARPU improving slightly. Future funding strategies are being explored.


    Vodafone Idea (Vi): Government’s Rescue Plan for AGR Dues

    Vodafone Idea (Vi): Government’s Rescue Plan for AGR Dues

    Government explores options to alleviate Vodafone Idea's (Vi) AGR dues burden, including extending payment periods and converting interest, to prevent collapse and protect its investment. Key dues stand at ₹84,000 crore.


    Vodafone Idea (Vi): Financial Troubles & Government Relief Package

    Vodafone Idea (Vi): Financial Troubles & Government Relief Package

    Vi faces financial struggles and potential cash shortages beyond 2029 despite government relief efforts. AGR dues and funding challenges threaten its long-term sustainability. Relief package is being considered.


    AGR Dues: Telecoms Seek Relief from Interest, Penalty

    AGR Dues: Telecoms Seek Relief from Interest, Penalty

    Telecom operators, including Airtel & Vodafone Idea, seek waivers on interest & penalties related to AGR dues. Supreme Court rulings impact financial stability. Government considers options.


    Vodafone Idea: AGR Dues, Equity, and Government Stake

    Vodafone Idea: AGR Dues, Equity, and Government Stake

    Vodafone Idea seeks AGR dues waiver, faces financial strain. Government stake could rise to 49%. Supreme Court to hear appeal. Telecom competition concerns raised. Key issues: AGR, debt, and survival.


    SC deals big blow to Vodafone Idea, Airtel on AGR dues miscalculation plea

    SC deals big blow to Vodafone Idea, Airtel on AGR dues miscalculation plea

    The telecom companies then took the matter to the court again, claiming there were multiple errors in calculating the AGR dues, which exceeded Rs 1 lakh crore.