STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY
Sunil Mittal Calls India-Africa Telecom Bet A Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity
Bharti Airtel Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal said the combination of Airtel and India presents a “once in a lifetime opportunity” for global corporations, driven by the country’s massive young population, rising digital consumption and growing demand for technology-led services. Speaking during the company’s earnings call, Mittal said India offers a rare scale opportunity comparable only […]
CW Bureau
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May 21, 2026
GENERAL
Airtel Hits 650 Mn Users, Emerges As World’s Second-Largest Operator
Bharti Airtel has crossed the 650 million customer milestone, reinforcing its position as the world’s second-largest telecom operator by subscriber base. According to GSMA Intelligence, Airtel ranks second globally, with a strong presence spanning India and Africa. Focus on trust and innovation Bharti Airtel executive vice chairman Gopal Vittal described the milestone as both an […]
CW Bureau
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Apr 2, 2026
GENERAL
Sunil Mittal To Step Aside From Airtel Africa, Gopal Vittal Set To Take Over
In a significant leadership transition, Airtel Africa plc has announced that Sunil Bharti Mittal will step down as chairman at the conclusion of its Annual General Meeting in July 2026. The move marks the end of an important chapter that began with the company’s public listing in 2019 and its subsequent rise into the FTSE […]
CW Bureau
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Mar 25, 2026
