Bharti Airtel seeks government relief on AGR fees after a Supreme Court order allowing reconciliation of pending dues beyond FY17. Airtel will approach the government to discuss the matter and dues of ₹38,604 crore.
The government seeks clarity on Vodafone Idea's AGR relief from the Supreme Court order. Vi faces significant payments, and the government, a major shareholder, considers relief options. Vi has 200 million customers.
Supreme Court allows reassessment of Vodafone Idea's AGR fees, boosting the telecom operator facing financial strain. Government's equity infusion and consumer protection are key factors. Shares surge on the news.
Supreme Court examines Vodafone Idea's appeal against DoT's ₹9,450 crore AGR demand. Vi contests additional dues. Government seeks solution amidst 49% stake in Vi. Court urges finality.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
Counsels appearing for IBDF told the SC that the tariff order restricted broadcasters’ ability to provision the signals of their pay channels to Prasar Bharati thereby impinging upon their fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression as guaranteed under Article 19 (1) (a) of the Constitution.
