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Vodafone Idea in talks with Starlink, Amazon Kuiper for satcom partnership amid 5G push
Vodafone Idea is in discussions with global satcom firms like Starlink and Amazon Kuiper for potential partnerships. The telco is prioritizing 5G rollouts in major cities to curb subscriber loss, with plans to invest ₹50,000-55,000 crore over the next three years.
Who is Sunita Williams? All about Indian-origin NASA astronaut's life and her remarkable journey to space
Sunita Williams return time: Sunita Williams is set to return to Earth, concluding an extraordinary extended mission spanning more than nine months. Sunita Williams is an accomplished NASA astronaut and a retired US Navy Captain. The Indian-origin veteran NASA astronaut has left an indelible mark on the world of space exploration. She was born on September 19, 1965, in Euclid, Ohio and remains actively involved in space exploration. Her journey into space serves as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring astronauts and space enthusiasts.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of more than 25%
Any investor who has been in the Indian market before Covid knows that corrections are part of every bull run. But it is important that even they be aware whether the correction was led by global or domestic factors. Why? Because the magnitude of the correction in terms of price damage, how long it lasts, and how the recovery shapes up are different for those sparked by global and domestic events. Now, as the market shows signs of recovery, focus on what the currency markets are doing as it is global reasons that are likely to lead to a recovery. The first hint of change will come from the Dollar Index. As and when there is a reversal, the first tranche of money is likely to flow to blue chips. Time to have them on your watch list.
This tax-free perquisite value for salaried employee will see a positive change in New Tax Bill 2025
Tax free perquisite: Experts say due to a tweak in language of the new tax bill, 2025 now tax free perquisite may include employee commuting costs through reimbursements, or transportation through employer owned/operated vehicles, and many more. Shalini Jain, Tax Partner, EY India says, "This could potentially reduce administrative burdens and make it easier for both employers and employees to comply with tax regulations."
February trade deficit at 3.5-year low, exports continue fall
India's merchandise exports decreased by 10.9% in February, marking the sharpest decline in 20 months due to subdued global demand and a high base effect. Imports also dropped by 16.3%, leading to a reduced trade deficit of $14 billion, the lowest in 42 months.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Tuesday
Indian markets closed higher on Monday, led by financial and healthcare stocks. Analysts anticipate range-bound movement amid tariff uncertainties, with investor focus on upcoming FED and BOJ meetings for economic cues.
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In a divorce case in Supreme Court, wife gets a flat near Mumbai without paying any stamp duty for transfer
Divorce: On February 28, 2025 a husband won a divorce case in the Suprme Court without having to pay any alimony to wife. But the Supreme Court ordered the husband to give up all his rights of the Godrej flat near Mumbai & also held that for this transfer of flat, the wife must not pay any stamp duty as per Section 17(2)(vi). Read below to know why.
Tejas Networks shares jump 4% as firm receives Rs 123 crore PLI incentive
Tejas Networks shares: According to Trendlyne data, the average target price for the stock is Rs 1,100, indicating a potential upside of 67% from the current market price. The consensus recommendation from one analyst for the stock is a 'Strong Buy'.
India may not be the promised land for Elon Musk
Elon Musk's ventures, Tesla and Starlink, face significant hurdles in India's market due to customer preferences, regulation, and competition. Starlink's high costs limit its appeal to urban users, while Tesla struggles with pricing and strong local competitors. Despite potential collaborations, India's regulatory landscape and market dynamics make substantial disruption unlikely for Musk's businesses.
Reliance Jio's home broadband base 90% higher than Bharti Airtel's in Q3: CLSA
Reliance Jio gained nearly 2 million home broadband subscribers in Q3FY25, reaching 17 million total, a 90% lead over rival Bharti Airtel's 9.2 million. CLSA highlights that Jio's success is driven by its 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) service, and with expansion to smaller towns, about 70% of Jio's FWA subscribers are from beyond the top 1,000 cities.
US turbulence hits IT stocks; Narayana Murthy’s AI warning
Recession fears in the US are impacting Indian IT stocks, which have significantly slumped from their peaks. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
ISRO masters docking, undocking; paves way for future missions
With this, India becomes the fourth country after the US, Russia and China to master the satellite docking and undocking process. This technology is vital for the transfer of electric power in applications such as in-space robotics, spacecraft control, and payload operations.
Starlink’s India trajectory: Here's everything you need to know as parent SpaceX partners with Jio Platforms and Bharti Airtel
Jio Platforms and Bharti Airtel are now preparing to compete in both traditional broadband and the satellite internet market. Starlink, developed by SpaceX, will offer internet coverage via a network of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. The service is designed to target rural and remote areas with poor or no connectivity.
Share market update: Most active stocks in today's market in terms of volume
The NSE Nifty index closed 27.41 points down at 22470.5
How Pi42 is changing the game for crypto institutions: Avinash Shekhar & Sudhakar Pradhan explain
The crypto market is evolving, and institutions are significantly influencing its future. Avinash Shekhar and Sudhakar Pradhan from Pi42 discuss building a crypto-native liquidity platform, covering essential trading terms, market strategies, and the impact of global events and psychological price levels on Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Over 30.68 cr unorganised workers registered on e-Shram Portal; women constitute 53.68% of registrations
Over 30.68 crore unorganised workers have registered on the e-Shram portal, launched to support unorganised workers with a Universal Account Number. More than half of the registrants are women. The platform, which now supports 22 Indian languages and a mobile application, integrates with 13 social security schemes to enhance accessibility for workers.
Cinemas concerned over Karnataka price-cap proposal, fear other states may follow suit
PVR INOX chief Pramod Arora warned that enforcing such a cap could negatively impact the state's tax revenue. "If this rule is implemented in Karnataka, it would be a short- and long-term setback for revenues and a regressive move. No government wants to discourage any industry be it cinema or aerospace,” he added.
5G’s cosmic ring: Unlocking global connectivity with non-terrestrial networks
Satcom is answering the call for enhanced connectivity, but are India’s 5G non-terrestrial networks ready to take off? The integration of 5G NTN could revolutionise connectivity, enabling remote services and opening new revenue streams for telecom players, though challenges remain in scaling and profitability.
Keypad phones fading out in India as 4G, 5G rise
Feature phones in India face a challenging future due to the shutdown of 2G networks and the rise of affordable 4G and 5G smartphones. Analysts predict a decline in rural feature phone usage as smartphone prices drop and digital services become more accessible, bolstered by telecom efforts to migrate users to 4G and 5G networks.
5G base station additions plunge as Jio and Airtel slow down network-building capex
Recent data highlights a significant reduction in quarterly 5G base station additions by Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel. The decreased rollout of 5G sites is leading to slower revenue growth for tower companies like Indus, as India's top telcos have nearly completed their 5G rollouts and 4G network expansions.
Shock Market: Index yearly return charts slip into red
Raichura said any bounces in the near term may create more selling pressure and a decisive recovery will occur only in large-caps first, and then in mid- and small-caps. "And until we see a strong recovery, investors may not entirely return to the stock market," he said.
Buy HDFC Life, target price Rs 800: Motilal Oswal Financial Services
Motilal Oswal Financial Services recommends buying HDFC Life Insurance with a target price of Rs 800. HDFC Life reported a significant drop in income for the latest quarter but plans to sustain a balanced product portfolio and expand its market presence. The company expects minimal impact from regulatory changes and aims for stable margins.
Pay-TV revenue to decline by 1-3% in FY26 due to subscriber churn: ICRA
Indian pay-TV industry revenue is expected to decrease by 1-3% in FY2026. This is due to subscribers moving to OTT platforms and DD Free Dish services. Subscriber base decline will be partially offset by higher ARPU through bundled and premium content. Increased content costs and network investment will reduce margins.
Buy Ashok Leyland, target price Rs 245: Axis Securities
Axis Securities has given a buy call for Ashok Leyland with a target of Rs 245. The current price is Rs 210.25. The company is showing positive financial growth and aims to achieve medium-term goals. Exports and non-CV businesses are key growth drivers. The company is focusing on electric vehicles and expanding in various regions.
Jio & Airtel partner Big Tech companies to reap benefits of GenAI
India's leading mobile operators, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, are enhancing network operations and opening new monetisation avenues through AI collaborations with top tech firms. These partnerships focus on developing innovative AI models for diverse sectors, from geospatial mapping to healthcare, delivering advanced solutions and efficient services.
Drone firms spot an opening in healthcare logistics space
With the necessary permits and licences under the Drone Rules 2021, companies are allowed to use drone technology for medical supplies, e-commerce, agriculture, defence and construction.
Add Akzo Nobel, target price Rs 4,100: ICICI Securities
ICICI Securities maintains an add rating on Akzo Nobel India with a target price of Rs 4100, citing revenue and PAT CAGRs of 6.8% and 4.3%, respectively, for FY24-27E. The company reported a total income of Rs 1056.50 crore and a net profit of Rs 108.60 crore for the quarter ended 31-12-2024.
Karnataka HC rules against inclusion of service tax in entertainment tax calculation on DTH
The Karnataka High Court has ruled that service tax should not be included in calculating entertainment tax on TV broadcast subscription fees under the Karnataka Entertainment Tax Act. The court set aside the Karnataka Appellate Tribunal's order and remanded the case for reconsideration, directing a fresh decision within three months.
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