The Centre has asked states that have signed agreements with Elon Musk-owned Starlink to put further discussions and projects on hold until the satellite internet company receives the necessary licence to operate in India. The move comes after the government questioned Starlink India over its decision
Starlink has renewed its efforts to expand its satellite communication services in India. SpaceX’s satellite internet provider, Starlink, resubmitted an application to the country’s space regulator for approval of its Gen 2 satellite constellation. The Elon Musk-owned company has sought authorisation from the Indian National Space
Elon Musk is now the world’s richest individual, with a net worth of $1.4 trillion. SpaceX’s soaring valuation largely drives the data. The private space company has now overtaken Amazon in market value, making it the world’s fifth-largest company. The milestone signals the growing influence of private
Major American Airlines are set to partner with SpaceX to introduce high-speed Starlink internet on more than 500 narrowbody aircraft. The installation work will begin in early 2027. The move is part of the growing competition among airlines to offer faster and better in-flight Wi-Fi
Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is in early discussions with Starlink to explore partnership opportunities for satellite backhaul and enterprise internet services in India. Sources said executives from BSNL and Starlink recently held preliminary talks. The discussions focused on using satellite technology for wireless backhaul and
The Government of Meghalaya has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Starlink, the satellite internet venture led by Elon Musk, to pilot satellite communication (satcom) services in the state’s remote regions. The collaboration aims to bring reliable broadband connectivity to underserved areas, with an
Lauren Dreyer, Vice President of Starlink Business Operations, has clarified that Starlink’s satellite internet service has not launched in India, despite a brief online stir earlier this week. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Dreyer explained that the Starlink India website is not yet live,