News for 'Reliance Communications'

Bharti Space to invest $36 million in French satellite major Eutelsat

Bharti Space to invest $36 million in French satellite major Eutelsat

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

As part of a plan to refinance debt and expand its upcoming constellation of satellites, French satellite major Eutelsat Communications will raise euro 1.35 billion, or $1.55 billion, through a reserved capital increase and a rights issue, the company announced on Friday. Bharti Enterprises' space venture, Bharti Space Ltd, will invest euro 31.4 million, or $36 million, in the capital raise.

Reliance Globalcom no longer for sale

Reliance Globalcom no longer for sale

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

The unit of Reliance Communications may raise debt, equity

Time To Tackle The Digital Fraud Surge

Time To Tackle The Digital Fraud Surge

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

We propose an expert group be set up to form a national strategy on digital fraud. This group would bring together skills in financial regulation, security economics, cyber defence, and public communications, and an understanding of the Indian financial and security systems. It should lay the foundations of a coordinated approach by the Indian State in fighting digital fraud, suggest Ajay Shah and Nandkumar Saravade.

Blackberry on Reliance network soon

Blackberry on Reliance network soon

Rediff.com14 May 2007

High-end mobile device Blackberry, which was till now available only with the GSM operators, will be soon launched on CDMA platform by Reliance Communications.

Brothers threaten clash over Reliance sale

Brothers threaten clash over Reliance sale

Rediff.com17 Jun 2008

A flare up of sibling rivalry between India 's billionaire Ambani brothers over the proposed takeover of mobile operator Reliance Communications by South Africa's MTN is threatening to spill over into the courts.

Reliance Infra: How this Anil Ambani firm plans to prune group debt by Mar

Reliance Infra: How this Anil Ambani firm plans to prune group debt by Mar

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

The Reserve Bank of India's action against Reliance Capital comes at a time when the Anil Ambani group was planning to make a comeback with the group company, Reliance Infrastructure, raising funds from the promoter family. As part of the comeback plan, Reliance Infrastructure received Rs 550 crore fund infusion from the Anil Ambani family. A month earlier, Reliance Power, a listed subsidiary of Reliance Infrastructure, also raised funds from its parent by issuing preferential allotment of shares thus increasing the stake of Reliance Infrastructure in the company.

Elon Musk's Starlink gets satcom nod for India

Elon Musk's Starlink gets satcom nod for India

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Elon Musk's Starlink has got licence for satcom services in India, according to sources.

Jio, Airtel drive telecom subscriber base growth to 120.5 cr in June

Jio, Airtel drive telecom subscriber base growth to 120.5 cr in June

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

New customer additions by Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel pushed the Indian telecom subscriber base past 120.5 crore in June, according to a Trai report released on Tuesday. The wireless subscriber base grew marginally to over 117 crore and wireline connections in the country increased to 3.51 crore in June from 116.89 crore and 3.47 crore, respectively, in May, as per data released in Trai's subscriber report for June.

Suffering From Heartbreak? Don't Ask AI For Advice

Suffering From Heartbreak? Don't Ask AI For Advice

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

AI can help you reflect but only real experts can guide you through heartbreak, conflict or emotional chaos.

Leaning in: Isha Ambani beyond Reliance Retail

Leaning in: Isha Ambani beyond Reliance Retail

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Isha Ambani means business. Not only when she is doing business - she leads Reliance Retail - but also when she is not. The latter was unmistakable on Wednesday, during her eight-minute 49-second video address on the occasion of "Girls in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Day India 2024".

Reliance, HDFC launch virtual credit card

Reliance, HDFC launch virtual credit card

Rediff.com19 Feb 2008

HDFC bank and Reliance Communications have launched India's first virtual credit card. HDFC credit card users can use their Reliance mobile phones to make payments.

China's Citic Telecom eyes undersea cable JV with Reliance Comm

China's Citic Telecom eyes undersea cable JV with Reliance Comm

Rediff.com23 May 2014

If completed, the move would create a 50-50 joint venture valuing Reliance Communications' cable assets at $1 billion.

Reliance Comm seeks GSM entry

Reliance Comm seeks GSM entry

Rediff.com12 Jun 2006

'No Sane Pilot Would Shut Off Fuel'

'No Sane Pilot Would Shut Off Fuel'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'In multi-pilot operations, no critical switch can be moved without the other pilot's consent.'

Soon, GSM network from Reliance

Soon, GSM network from Reliance

Rediff.com14 Jun 2006

Airtel keen to tie up with Jio, VIL to fight fraud

Airtel keen to tie up with Jio, VIL to fight fraud

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Airtel has informed the government and regulator Trai that it has approached Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea with a proposal for a joint initiative to unite the industry against rising telecom fraud and scams.

Cut spectrum fee: Reliance Comm

Cut spectrum fee: Reliance Comm

Rediff.com8 Aug 2006

Reliance Communications has proposed an entry fee of Rs 150 crore (Rs 1.5 billion) for metro circles and Rs 100 crore (Rs 1 billion) for category B circles for getting 3G spectrum.

MTN may quit Reliance talks: Report

MTN may quit Reliance talks: Report

Rediff.com7 Jul 2008

Quoting an unnamed person familiar with the talks as saying that MTN and RCOM could extend their exclusive talks for another two to three weeks after the 45-day period expires tomorrow, the report said, 'there is no indication that extra time alone would be sufficient to resolve the feud' between Anil and Mukesh Ambani. The deal, if fructifies, could create a combined entity worth about $70-80 billion, which would be one the world's biggest emerging market telecom firm.

Misleading ads: ASCI pulls up Reliance, Idea

Misleading ads: ASCI pulls up Reliance, Idea

Rediff.com28 Dec 2009

During the said period, the Consumer Complaints Council of ASCI found 15 advertisers, including Reliance Communications and Idea Cellular, fast moving consumer goods player Dabur and Elder Pharma and coaching centre Career Launcher, violating the council's code.

Would you buy Starlink plans at 3K-4.2K/month?

Would you buy Starlink plans at 3K-4.2K/month?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

The company had announced similar pricing for Sri Lanka, where its application was in advanced stages of regulatory clearance.

Reliance launches new 3G tablet for Rs 14,499

Reliance launches new 3G tablet for Rs 14,499

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

Reliance 3G Tab comes with a 7-inch capacitive touch screen with Android 2.3 OS and a high speed processor of 1.4GHz.

Reliance Comm to replace Tata Tea on Nifty

Reliance Comm to replace Tata Tea on Nifty

Rediff.com20 Jul 2006

After making its entry into the Bombay Stock Exchange's benchmark 30-share index Sensex in May

Reliance applies for 3G trial spectrum

Reliance applies for 3G trial spectrum

Rediff.com14 Sep 2006

Even before the real 3G mobile services takes off, competition at the trial level is hotting up with Reliance Communications applying for the radio waves for testing of interface for both GSM and CDMA based services.

Reliance acquires licence

Reliance acquires licence

Rediff.com3 Feb 2003

Reliance Communication Inc (USA), owned by Reliance Group, has acquired licence for setting up telecom network in US and UK, a move which will bring down the cost of international long distance calls substantially.

Akashteer emerges as key asset in Operation Sindoor

Akashteer emerges as key asset in Operation Sindoor

Rediff.com23 May 2025

India's indigenously developed 'Akashteer' air defense system performed exceedingly well during 'Operation Sindoor,' according to Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chief Samir V Kamat. The fully automated system, deployed against terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, integrates various radar systems, sensors, and communication technologies. Kamat expressed confidence in the system's success drawing international interest, highlighting India's progress toward self-reliance in the defense sector. He also addressed the future of warfare, emphasizing the need for a blend of traditional and emerging technologies, and outlined the development timeline for the indigenous 5.5-generation stealth fighter aircraft, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).

Sebi clears Reliance Infratel IPO

Sebi clears Reliance Infratel IPO

Rediff.com15 May 2008

According to sources, Reliance Infratel would offer 10 per cent equity to the public valued at Rs 5,000-6,000 crore (Rs 50-60 billion). Reliance Infratel is the telecom infrastructure division of Reliance Communications Ltd.

Vi partners SpaceX-rival AST SpaceMobile for satcom service on smartphones

Vi partners SpaceX-rival AST SpaceMobile for satcom service on smartphones

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Vi partners SpaceX-rival AST SpaceMobile for satcom service on smartphones

Can NC Classic emulate Mondo Classic's charm?

Can NC Classic emulate Mondo Classic's charm?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Neeraj Chopra Classic: Double Olympic medallist hopes to spark javelin revolution in India

China used May conflict as 'live lab' to back Pak: Army deputy chief

China used May conflict as 'live lab' to back Pak: Army deputy chief

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'An important consideration was that we should always be at the top of the escalation ladder. When we reach a military objective, we should try and put a stop to it'

Reliance Mobile launches BIGMaps

Reliance Mobile launches BIGMaps

Rediff.com10 Sep 2009

Available on mobile phones through SMS, WAP and downloads, 'BIGMaps' service will offer local search in form of maps, Reliance Communications said in a statement. The service, which will provide users information on local business, directions to locations, events and movies, will also be provided through internet in the near future, RCom said.

Reliance Comm to save Rs 900 cr from outsourcing

Reliance Comm to save Rs 900 cr from outsourcing

Rediff.com17 Apr 2007

The move by Reliance Communications to outsource its IT requirements would result in an upfront cost savings of around $200 million (Rs 900 crore), with the company seeking a guarantee to this effect from the vendors.

Tribunal rejects tax claim against RCom

Tribunal rejects tax claim against RCom

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

The NCLAT has set aside a petition filed by the state tax department claiming dues from Reliance Communications (RCom) observing that it was based on the assessment made after the initiation of insolvency resolution process against the debt-ridden firm. A two-member NCLAT bench upheld the earlier order passed by the Mumbai bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), which had rejected the state tax department's second claim of Rs 6.10 crore. Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) against RCom was initiated on June 22, 2019. The state tax department had filed two claims.

Espionage: Reliance says its firm cooperating with authorities

Espionage: Reliance says its firm cooperating with authorities

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

The Reliance Group employee is among those who have been arrested

Reliance Infratel plans IPO

Reliance Infratel plans IPO

Rediff.com4 Feb 2008

Reliance Infratel, a subsidiary of Reliance Communications has filed papers with Sebi for issuing IPO.

Modi-Musk Talk: Will Starlink Get Go Ahead?

Modi-Musk Talk: Will Starlink Get Go Ahead?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Starlink's application for offering satcom services in India had been held up for the company's inability to comply with mandatory ownership disclosure norms.