Telcos unveil special packages to catch the eye of premium users
The competition for premium customers among India's leading mobile carriers is escalating, with Reliance Jio introducing more expensive prepaid mobile plans that include extensive over-the-top (OTT) entertainment benefits. In response, Vodafone Idea (Vi) has launched a 365-day recharge pack priced at ₹3,199, offering an annual Amazon Prime video subscription for prepaid users, along with unlimited voice calls, 100 text messages, and 730GB of data. Key Points
Economic TimesVi launches Rs 296 prepaid plan with 25GB data, calling and other benefits
The new Rs 296 prepaid recharge pack from Vodafone Idea comes with unlimited voice calling to all networks, 100 SMS per day and other benefits. Here is what Airtel and Reliance Jio are offering with a similar recharge pack. Key Points
India TodayJio launches Netflix subscription on prepaid plans
Reliance Industries' telecom unit, Jio, on Friday announced the launch of Jio prepaid plans with a bundled Netflix subscription, the company said in a release. A Netflix subscription is already available on select Jio Postpaid and Jio Fiber plans, but this is the first time that a Netflix subscription will be available on a prepaid plan. Key Points
Economic TimesZaggle prepaid Ocean Services Q1FY24 earnings disappoint; shares slump 6%
Zaggle share price slumps 6% on dismal Q1FY24 earnings. Zaggle prepaid reports 67.4% decline in profit after tax for Q1FY24. Key Points
mintRBI to allow non-bank companies to issue e-RUPI vouchers, says Governor Shaktikanta Das
Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das announced that now non-bank companies can also issue e-RUPI vouchers. Besides, the RBI also decided to allow the issuance of RuPay prepaid Forex cards by banks in India. Key Points
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Now get free Swiggy Lite subscription with Rs 866 Reliance Jio prepaid plan: Details inside
Jio, India's leading telecom operator, has launched a new prepaid plan that includes a Swiggy One Lite subscription. This partnership offers Jio prepaid customers a comprehensive entertainment and food delivery experience during the festive season. Key Points
India TodaySmart prepaid meters to reduce power bills by up to 2.5 pc: Union minister R K Singh
Usage of smart meters will lead to digitisation of systems, automation and further efficiencies. It will help in energy accounting, which helps in identifying the areas which need attention. Key Points
Economic TimesYouTube Premium raises prices in India: Check out the updated subscription plans
YouTube Premium subscription prices in India have been raised for all plans. Individual plans now cost Rs. 149 per month, Family plans Rs. 299, and Student plans Rs. 89. prepaid plans have also been updated. Key Points
mintJio brings two prepaid plans with Netflix subscription, price starts at ₹1,099
Reliance Jio has launched two new prepaid plans, priced at ₹1,099 and ₹1,499, that come bundled with a Netflix subscription. This is the first time Netflix is being offered on a prepaid plan. Key Points
mintJio launches Happy New Year 2024 prepaid plans with extra validity, data and more
Jio, a major telecom operator in India, has revamped its Rs. 2,999 annual prepaid plan under the 'Happy New Year Offer 2024', extending its validity from 365 days to 389 days. Key Points
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Increased competition likely to prompt telcos to delay tariff hikes to next fiscal
Private telcos Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea are expected to defer the next round of prepaid tariff increases until April 2024, following intense competition to acquire higher-paying customers and a weak consumption environment. This delay is amid heightened competition as telcos acquire high ARPU customers and aggressive 5G roll-out plans, with low probability for tariff hikes in the near term. Key Points
Economic TimesMukesh Ambani's attempt to crack a hard nut new headache for Airtel investors
Kotak has a buy rating on RIL with a target price of Rs 3,000 and an add rating on Airtel with a target price of Rs 875. Airtel remains a consensus pick on Dalal Street with 25 out of 30 analysts covering the stock giving it a buy rating. Key Points
Economic TimesVodafone Idea launches new plans worth at Rs 368 and Rs 369 with data and OTT benefits
Vodafone Idea has launched two new prepaid plans for users who are looking fordata and OTT beniftis. here are the deatils. Key Points
India TodayAirtel announces in-flight roaming packs for prepaid, postpaid users, price starts at Rs 195
Airtel introduces in-flight roaming plans for prepaid and postpaid customers to stay connected while flying. The plans, priced at Rs. 195, Rs. 295, and Rs. 595, offer varying data, voice minutes, and SMS allowances, catering to different user needs. Key Points
India TodayRBI keeps repo rate unchanged, lowers inflation forecast to 5.1%
The RBI on Thursday kept the repo rate unchanged at 6.50% for the second consecutive time. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) also decided to remain focused on ‘withdrawal of accommodation’ to ensure that inflation progressively aligns with the target while supporting growth, said RBI G Key Points
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Airtel, Jio and Vodafone Idea launch new mobile recharge plans with data, calling and more benefits. Check list
Airtel, Jio and Vodafone Idea have launched new mobile charges in prepaid and the postpaid categories, offering data, calling and more benefits. here are the deatils. Key Points
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