Google eyes 5% stake in Vodafone Idea

Just last month, social media giant Facebook bought a stake in Jio Platforms in its major thrust in the Indian market which is touted to be the world's fastest-growing mobile market.At that time itself it was asked: how will Facebook's rival Google respond?The answer, it would seem, is: By buying a stake into Jio's rival.As per a report appearing in the Financial Times, Google is exploring an investment in Vodafone’s India business, and the ongoing talks are still at a preliminary stage.&n