Waaree Renewable Technologies Limited (WAAREERTL) has signed a contract for the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) of a 300 MWac / 420 MWp Ground Mount Solar PV Plant. The order was awarded by a domestic renewable energy power generation company and is scheduled for completion in FY 2027-28. This significant win bolsters the company's project pipeline and ensures medium-term revenue visibility. The contract is a commercial order with no promoter interest or related party involvement.

Bharti Airtel has partnered with Google to integrate AI-powered spam protection into RCS messaging, aiming to curb digital fraud in India. The company reported that its existing anti-spam initiatives have already blocked 71 billion spam calls and 2.9 billion SMSes. These efforts have resulted in a significant 68.7% reduction in the value of financial losses for customers on its network. This collaboration extends telecom-grade security to modern messaging, potentially increasing customer trust and enterprise adoption of Airtel's communication services.

Bharti Airtel is significantly expanding its financial services footprint by injecting ₹20,000 crore into its subsidiary, Airtel Money Limited, which recently secured an RBI NBFC license. The investment will be shared between Airtel (70%) and the promoter group (30%) to scale digital lending over the next few years. This move leverages Airtel's existing Lending Service Provider (LSP) model, which has already disbursed over ₹9,000 crore with strong performance metrics. The initiative aims to capitalize on India's low credit-to-GDP ratio of 53% by utilizing Airtel's massive 600 million global customer base and advanced data analytics.

Bharti Airtel has partnered with cloud security leader Zscaler to launch the AI & Cyber Threat Research Center in India. This initiative aims to protect critical sectors like banking and energy against evolving AI-driven cyber threats, with Zscaler reporting 1.2 million intrusion attempts targeting 58 Indian entities recently. The center will leverage Zscaler's global platform, which processes 500 billion daily transactions, combined with Airtel's extensive IoT and mobile network visibility. This strategic move enhances Airtel's enterprise service portfolio and positions it as a leader in national digital resilience.

Bharti Airtel's subsidiary, Airtel Money Limited, has successfully obtained a Certificate of Registration from the Reserve Bank of India to operate as a Type II Non-Deposit accepting NBFC. The license, dated February 13, 2026 (Registration No. N-14.03676), permits the entity to engage in non-banking financial activities without accepting public deposits. This strategic move allows Bharti Airtel to deepen its presence in the financial services sector, potentially offering credit and other financial products to its massive telecom user base. The registration is subject to standard RBI regulatory conditions and oversight.

Bharti Airtel reported a robust Q3 FY26 with consolidated revenue growing 3.5% QoQ to ₹54,000 crores and EBITDAaL margins improving to 51.3%. The India mobile business saw ARPU climb to ₹259, driven by premiumization and 5G adoption, which now counts 181 million customers. Broadband performance was a standout with record net additions of 1.2 million, while the balance sheet strengthened with a net debt-to-EBITDAaL ratio of 1.02. The company continues to focus on operational efficiencies and digital portfolio growth to drive profitability.

Bharti Airtel has introduced a first-of-its-kind AI-powered solution to prevent bank frauds caused by OTP leakages during calls. The system operates at the network level to detect bank OTPs during suspicious calls and warns the customer in real-time. Currently live in Haryana, the company plans to roll out this feature to 100% of its customer base within the next two weeks. This initiative is part of Airtel's broader strategy to position itself as a 'safe network' for its 600 million global customers.

Bharti Airtel delivered a robust performance for Q3 FY26, with consolidated revenue growing 3.5% QoQ to Rs 539,816 million. EBITDA margins remained strong, with EBITDA rising 4.1% QoQ to Rs 311,436 million. The company saw a significant expansion in its total customer base, reaching 645.3 million users across 17 countries. Most notably, net debt excluding lease obligations was reduced by over Rs 141,600 million during the quarter, reflecting strong cash flow generation.

Bharti Airtel delivered a robust performance in Q3 FY26, with consolidated revenue growing 19.6% YoY to ₹53,982 crore. The growth was underpinned by a 13.2% YoY increase in India revenues and strong momentum in the Africa segment. Key operational metrics improved significantly, with India Mobile ARPU reaching ₹259 and the Homes business reporting record customer additions of 1.16 million. The company also demonstrated strong financial discipline, with the Net Debt to EBITDAaL ratio improving to 1.02 times.

Bharti Airtel reported a steady performance for Q3 FY26 with consolidated revenue reaching ₹53,982 crore, a 3.5% sequential growth. Consolidated EBITDA stood at ₹31,485 crore, maintaining strong margins despite an exceptional charge of ₹257 crore related to the new Labour Codes provision. The India Mobile Services segment continued its growth trajectory, contributing ₹28,652 crore to the top line. Additionally, the company has called for the final payment of ₹401.25 per share on its outstanding partly paid-up equity shares.

Bharti Airtel shareholders have officially approved the leadership transition, with Shashwat Sharma appointed as MD & CEO (Airtel India) and Gopal Vittal moving to the role of Executive Vice Chairman. Both appointments are for a five-year term effective from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2030. Additionally, the appointment of former SBI Chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara as an Independent Director was approved. All resolutions passed with overwhelming majorities, typically exceeding 99% of the votes cast, ensuring a smooth transition in the company's top leadership.

Bharti Airtel has announced a first-of-its-kind global partnership with Adobe to provide its 360 million customers with free access to Adobe Express Premium for one year. The subscription, valued at approximately ₹4,000, will be available to mobile, Wi-Fi, and DTH customers through the Airtel Thanks App. This strategic move is designed to enhance customer loyalty and drive digital engagement by offering high-value AI-powered creative tools. By targeting the creator economy and small businesses, Airtel aims to increase ecosystem stickiness and reduce churn.

CARE Ratings has upgraded the credit ratings for Waaree Renewable Technologies Limited across its bank facilities. The long-term rating has been raised to 'CARE A+; Stable' from 'CARE A; Stable', while the short-term rating moved to 'CARE A1+' from 'CARE A1'. Furthermore, the company's total rated bank facilities have been significantly enhanced to ₹2,227.37 crore from approximately ₹1,423 crore, reflecting improved financial performance and higher credit requirements for project execution.

Waaree Renewable Technologies Limited (WRTL) has signed a binding term sheet to acquire a 55% majority stake in Associated Power Structures Limited (ASPL) for approximately INR 1,225 crores. ASPL is a power transmission and distribution infrastructure company that has shown explosive growth, with its turnover nearly doubling from INR 619.76 crore in FY24 to INR 1,216.91 crore in FY25. This strategic move allows WRTL to vertically integrate its renewable energy offerings with power distribution capabilities. The acquisition is a cash deal expected to be completed by April 30, 2026.

Waaree Renewable Technologies Limited has entered into a binding term sheet to acquire a 55% majority stake in Associated Power Structures Limited (ASPL) for approximately INR 1,225 crores. ASPL is a specialist in power transmission and distribution, showing explosive growth with its turnover rising from INR 416.80 crores in FY23 to INR 1,216.91 crores in FY25. This acquisition is a strategic move to integrate power infrastructure capabilities with Waaree's existing renewable energy business. The deal is expected to be completed by April 30, 2026, through a cash consideration involving both primary and secondary transactions.