US EditionStarlink's License Sparks New Era in India's Digital Connectivity
- On Tuesday, the Indian government authorized Starlink to provide satellite-based mobile communication services across the entire country.
- The approval followed a three-year wait and builds on talks between SpaceX's COO Gwynne Shotwell and Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia about satellite collaboration.
- Starlink has received approval to operate alongside two other major satellite internet providers in India, strengthening efforts to deliver high-speed connectivity to underserved and remote areas.
- Pricing will start at ₹3,000 per month for unlimited data, with a hardware kit costing ₹33,000, aiming to bring connectivity to rural and remote areas.
- This license represents a significant advancement for India's Digital India initiative, promoting a competitive environment accessible to any company that meets the regulatory criteria, with Scindia affirming the government's readiness to welcome such firms.
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Starlink's License Sparks New Era in India's Digital Connectivity
Gwynne Shotwell, President and COO of SpaceX, met with India's Communications Minister Scindia to discuss satellite communications opportunities following Starlink's recent license approval. This development marks a significant step towards deploying high-speed satellite internet services in India, promising transformative digital connectivity and collaboration.
SpaceX President and Chief Gwynne Shotwell Appreciated India for Granting Starlink License: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia | 📲 LatestLY
Union Communications minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has said that he held a "productive meeting" with Gwynne Shotwell, president and chief operating officer of Elon Musk-owned SpaceX, who appreciated the license granted to the affordable satellite internet service Starlink in the country. 📲 SpaceX President and Chief Gwynne Shotwell Appreciated India for Granting Starlink License: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.
SpaceX President meets India Minister after Starlink approval
SpaceX’s Starlink India expansion gained momentum as SpaceX President and COO Gwynne Shotwell met with Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday, following the company’s recent telecom license approval. The discussions focused on satellite communications to advance Digital India’s connectivity goals. “Had a productive meeting with Ms. Gwynne Shotwell, President & COO of SpaceX, on India’s next frontier in connectivity. We delved in…
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