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Reliance Industries has signed an agreement to acquire US-based open telecom solutions provider Radisys, according to a statement. (Photo: PTI)

Jio to acquire telecom solutions firm Radisys to accelerate 5G in India

The cash acquisition is aimed at cementing Jio's position in futuristic areas such as 5G and Internet of Things.

30 Jun 2018 12:01 PM

Reliance Jio has upgraded its 4G IP network and started a pre-5G internet service to be a step ahead of its domestic rivals and possibly unleash a 4G-like disruption in the 5G market. (Photo: PTI)

Reliance Jio soft-launches net services of 5G speed

Operators in the United States will be among the first to launch 5G commercial services.

18 Jun 2018 11:20 AM

Reliance Retail plans to continue its "aggressive expansion plans" in the organised retail segment and consolidate its position to keep up with evolving consumer shopping habits, said RIL in its latest annual report. (Photo: AFP)

Reliance Retail to 'leverage' Jio's strength to consolidate position

As per its strategy, it would continue to expand network in tier II and III cities in the country.

08 Jun 2018 12:53 PM

Shares of Reliance Communications (RCom) on Thursday surged 20 per cent, a day after NCLAT stayed bankruptcy proceedings against the company. (Photo: PTI)

RCom shares in demand after NCLAT stays bankruptcy proceedings

The stock jumped 19.14 per cent to Rs 20.85 on BSE. At NSE, shares of the company zoomed 20 per cent to Rs 21.

31 May 2018 1:33 PM

RCom said its unit Reliance Infratel had reached a settlement with its minority shareholders in relation to the sale of its tower and fibre assets.

RCom plans USD 2.68 bn asset sale to Jio, Brookfield in next few weeks

RCom’s consolidated net loss widened to 198.27 billion rupees in the quarter to March.

31 May 2018 10:18 AM

The settlement potentially paves way for the Anil Ambani-controlled telecom operator to sell its wireless assets including mobile masts and airwaves to Reliance Jio.

RCom, Ericsson reach settlement on outstanding dues

NCLAT has asked RCom to pay Ericsson 5.5 billion rupees by end-September as part of the settlement.

30 May 2018 5:10 PM

When contacted, Bharti Airtel denied the allegations terming it a frivolous complaint.

Jio files complain against Airtel over Apple Watch service, Airtel denies charges

Jio filed complaint against Airtel alleging that the company is offering eSim service on Apple Watch Series 3 in violation of licence norms.

14 May 2018 10:52 AM

The subscription of the Jio's Rs 199 plan will start from May 15. (Photo: AFP)

Jio's Rs 199 post plan likely to trigger tariff war: experts

Jio's post-paid tariffs are sharply lower compared to the current tariff plans offered by incumbents.

12 May 2018 12:12 PM

Shares of Indian telecom services providers fell sharply on Friday. (Photo: AFP)

Telecom stocks fall after Reliance Jio unveils new post-paid plan

Airtel and Idea are expected to launch new plans in response to Jio’s offer.

11 May 2018 11:54 AM

This AI-based platform is intended to listen to users' questions and respond in the most suitable way.

Jio unveils AI-based brand engagement platform 'JioInteract'

This new platform claims to be the first AI-based live video call service that features Indian celebrities.

04 May 2018 7:29 PM

Idea Cellular on Saturday reported a nearly three-fold jump in its comprehensive loss at Rs 930.6 crore for the fourth quarter of 2017-18.

Idea Cellular Q4 net loss widens nearly 3-fold to Rs 930.6 crore

The operating revenue dropped 24.47 per cent to Rs 6,137.3 crore in the March quarter of FY18.

28 Apr 2018 3:41 PM

Reliance Industries Ltd said on Friday its telecoms business Jio reported its second straight quarterly net profit since its launch nearly two years ago. (Photo: AFP)

Reliance Jio makes profit for second quarter in a row

Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd triggered a fierce price war among operators as they slashed prices to rival Jio’s low-cost data plans.

28 Apr 2018 11:16 AM

The company’s consolidated net profit for the quarter stood at Rs 9,435 crore as compared to Rs 8,046 crore reported during the same period last year.

RIL’s Q4 net profit surges 17 per cent

Ahead of the results, the shares of RIL surged to its 52-week high of Rs 1,010.70 in the intra-day trade.

28 Apr 2018 3:02 AM

Reliance Jio was planning to recruit about 75,000 to 80,000 people during this financial year, a senior company official said on Thursday. (Photo: AFP)

Reliance Jio to hire about 80,000 people in FY19: official

Jog said the company was having partnership with about 6,000 colleges, including technical institutions, across the country.

26 Apr 2018 7:19 PM

Indus Towers currently operates in 15 telecom service areas and Bharti Infratel’s operations are focused on the remaining 7 circles.

Bharti Infratel, Indus Towers set to merge

To have world’s 2nd largest number of mobile towers.

26 Apr 2018 2:25 AM

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) on Monday adjourned to May 2 its hearing on the Reliance Infratel petition seeking permission to sell its tower and fibre assets. (Photo: PTI)

NCLAT adjourns hearing on Reliance Infratel asset sale to May 2

NCLAT had on April 6 partially allowed sale of the businesses, which was challenged by HSBC Daisy Investments (Mauritius) Ltd.

23 Apr 2018 7:04 PM

London-based OpenSignal, which specialises in crowd sourced wireless coverage mapping all over the world, said that Jio won its national 4G availability award by at least 27 percentage points.

Reliance Jio tops 4G availability, Airtel scores best speed: Report

With a download speed of 6Mbps, Airtel emerged as the clear leader in OpenSignal's speed metrics across 4G providers in the country.

19 Apr 2018 6:42 PM

NCLAT on Wednesday recalled its previous order which allowed debt-ridden Reliance Communications to proceed with the sale of its tower and fibre assets.

NCLAT recalls order that allowed sale of RInfra business

NCLAT recalled its order which allowed Reliance Communications to proceed with the sale of its tower and fibre assets.

18 Apr 2018 1:58 PM

Telecom operator Reliance Jio is learnt to be in talks with three Japanese banks to raise USD 500 million (around Rs 3,250 crore) in debt.

Reliance Jio plans to raise USD 500 mn from Japanese banks

The Mukesh Ambani firm has also signed agreement to buy mobile business assets of Reliance Communications.

13 Apr 2018 3:39 PM

Jio's partnership with Sodexo will further Jio's endeavor to deliver benefits of evolving digital technologies to every Indian. (Photo: AFP)

Jio, Sodexo join hands to accelerate digital transformation

Jio Money solution will be enabled at all Sodexo accepting merchants nationally over a period of time.

13 Apr 2018 8:35 AM

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