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DoT asks telcos to list spectrum needs as data demand surges in lockdown

According to COAI estimates, each telco would require about an additional 5MHz to ensure that the networks continue to function smoothly

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Self-assessment of Airtel, VIL, Tata AGR dues short of DoT's math

In all, AGR dues calculated by the government for 16 entities add up to Rs 1.69 trillion , while telcos' self-assessment place their dues at a mere Rs 37,176 crore

AGR dues: DoT's proposal a boost for Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea

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Airtel, Voda Idea must disclose workings used to arrive at AGR dues: Report

In case of Vodafone Idea Ltd (VIL), the DoT is seeking over Rs 53,000 crore

AGR dues: DoT to reassess documents of Airtel, Voda Idea, Tata Teleservices

The telecom service providers have been directed to make payments on the basis of self-assessment and submit requisite documents for compliance, MoS for communication said in RS

Telcos' self-assessment of AGR dues may at least take 6 months: Report

The government, last week, had asked Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea and other telecom companies to pay remaining AGR dues as per the Supreme Court order without further delay.

Voda Idea puts AGR dues at Rs 21,533 cr as Nick Read calls on FM Sitharaman

Telecom firm advised to pay up at least the principal amount before SC hearing

AGR dues: Telcos approach DoT to rope in CAG to simultaneously audit books

The demand makes sense, given the huge gap between what the operators, based on their assessment of the dues, are paying as compared with the DoT's demand

AGR dues: Centre rules out any bailout package specifically for Voda Idea

Vodafone Idea has has maintained it would not be possible to continue as a going concern without any relief from the government on payment of AGR dues

DoT to issue notices as AGR receipts add up to only Rs 24,000 crore

With significant discrepancies cropping up in the AGR math, the industry may be facing a fresh round of dispute

A telecom crisis, once again

An implosion of the sector will have economy-wide ramifications. This is the last thing India needs now

Tatas make additional payment of Rs 2,000 crore towards AGR dues: Report

The DoT is set to write fresh letters to telecom companies questioning them about the variation in AGR dues assessed by firms themselves and its own calculations

AGR dues: Voda Idea says it can meet liabilities only with govt support

Vodafone Idea said adjustment of GST credit due from the government could help in meeting its AGR payment

Market Ahead, February 27: Top factors that could guide markets today

Adding to the cautious mood on the Dalal Street will be the expiry of the February series derivative contracts today and the release of the Q3 GDP data tomorrow

Govt asks telcos to submit supporting documents on AGR self-assessment

The DoT wants to ensure that the court-mandated criteria is being followed by companies in computing their AGR dues, the source added

Market Ahead, February 24: Top factors that could guide markets this week

While investors will continue to monitor developments on the coronavirus front, the release of India's December quarter GDP numbers on Friday will be another top trigger for the markets

DoT's test checks on telcos AGR dues standard audit procedure: COAI

Cellular Operators' Association of India (COAI) also cautioned that any decision to encash bank guarantees will be "disastrous" for the telecom industry, which only has three private players

Govt officials meet to discuss relief measures for AGR-hit telecom industry

Telecom department officials remained tightlipped after high-level government meeting on Sunday, where officials from NITI Aayog and Finance Ministry are said to have been present

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