US EditionStarlink's launch in India now a matter of when, not if
- Elon Musk’s company Starlink, which offers broadband internet via satellites, has been issued a Letter of Intent by the Indian government to start providing its services in India as of May 7, 2025.
- This approval follows earlier regulatory and licensing challenges, including a failed launch attempt over three years ago and adherence to new Indian telecom and security rules.
- Starlink operates a constellation of about 7,000 low earth orbit satellites delivering high-speed broadband capable of supporting streaming, gaming, and video calls, with plans to expand to over 40,000 satellites.
- The Indian government requires Starlink to comply with strict regulations, including real-time tracking of user terminals near borders and content control similar to terrestrial networks.
- This development positions Starlink to enter India's vast internet market alongside local competitors like OneWeb and Jio, suggesting increased satellite broadband competition in the coming months.
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Starlink’s launch in India now a matter of when, not if
Elon Musk’s Starlink has received anticipated state approval in India, opening the door to enter the world’s second-biggest internet market after China — over three years after SpaceX’s previous attempt to launch its satellite-based broadband in the country eventually failed. On Wednesday, the Indian Department of Telecommunications gave its nod to Starlink to start working toward its compliance in the South Asian nation, a senior official confi…
Starlink receives Letter of Intent but must accept these conditions before starting satellite service in India
Elon Musk's satellite broadband company, Starlink, has received a letter of intent from the Indian government to initiate its services in the country. A LoI serves as a roadmap for discussions regarding a potential agreement. It signals that both parties are eager to move forward with a deal and helps clarify key details and terms. While it typically isn’t legally binding, it may include certain binding elements, such as provisions for confident…
Starlink gets nod for satcom services as telecom dept issues LoI
New Delhi: Starlink, backed by billionaire Elon Musk, on Wednesday received government nod for satcom services in India, as Department of Telecommunications issued a letter of intent (LoI) to it. Starlink is a satellite internet service developed by SpaceX — the American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company founded in 2002 by the world’s richest man Musk. It provides high-speed, low-latency broadband internet worldwide using s…
Elon Musk's Starlink Moves Closer To Approval, Gets 'Letter Of Intent': Report
Taking a step towards granting approval to Starlink, the government has issued a letter of intent to the Elon Musk-owned satellite internet services provider, according to a report by news agency PTI.
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