Vodafone Idea shares in focus as govt rejects $5B dues waiver; telco moves SC citing ‘public interest’

Vodafone Idea has approached the Supreme Court, challenging the government's rejection of its plea to waive over $5 billion in interest and penalties on statutory dues. The telecom operator's petition urges the court to direct the government to act "in public interest," citing the critical nature of the telecom sector. The court is expected to hear the matter this week.