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Vodafone is unlikely to proceed with the planned flotation of its Indian unit after entering negotiations to sell the assets to Idea Cellular.

The telecom carrier faces multiple operational risks including ongoing tax litigation, rising costs and growing competition.

HDFC partners with Vodafone in India to launch mobile banking, while Mizuho Corporate Bank implements a FircoSoft solution.

The record deal is well received, but a tough timetable and a tight discount leave the three bookrunners holding a small portion of the shares.

Li Ka-shing's Hutchison Telecommunications yesterday announced a deal to combine its operations in Australia with Vodafone to create a $2.7 billion firm.

Vodafone and Essar to continue as partners in India. Essar negotiates a put of its Hutchison Essar shares after four years.

Vodafone soft-pedals on some of its post acquisition announcements as discussions begin with the Essar group, and the Ruia family, regarding its 33% stake in Hutchison Essar.

Vodafone values Hutchison Essar at $18.8 billion. Vodafone investors cheer but analysts are more cautious and telecom shares across Asia feel a trickle-down effect.

A new report offers mixed signals.