Satellite Service
Starlink India Launch Gets Regulatory Nod
Summary:Elon Musk’s Starlink has secured the final regulatory approval from India’s space regulator, IN-SPACe, on July 8, 2025, paving the way for its commercial satellite internet operations in the country. This crucial clearance, following earlier approval from the telecom ministry, positions Starlink as the third authorized satellite internet provider in India, alongside Eutelsat’s OneWeb and […]
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T-Mobile to Launch Satellite-Based Data Service via Starlink in October
T-Mobile is set to roll out a satellite-based data service on its T-Satellite network—powered by SpaceX’s Starlink—starting October 1, expanding its effort to eliminate mobile dead zones across the U.S. The service follows the commercial launch of T-Satellite on July 23, which will initially support SMS, MMS, picture messaging, and short audio clips. According to […]
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AST SpaceMobile and Vodafone Idea Deal Done for Satellite Broadband
In a strategic move to bridge India’s digital divide, Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced a partnership with AST SpaceMobile, a U.S.-based satellite cellular broadband provider, to deliver direct-to-device satellite connectivity across underserved and remote regions of India. The collaboration aligns with the Digital India initiative’s goal of universal mobile access. “Collaboration to bring Direct-to-Device satellite […]
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Starlink India Launch- Space X President Meets Scindia After License Approval
Gwynne Shotwell, President and COO of Elon Musk’s SpaceX, met with Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday, just days after Starlink secured a long-awaited licence from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to provide satellite internet services in India. Minister Scindia described the meeting as “productive” with discussions focused on expanding collaboration in satellite communications to […]
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India Plans Satellite Constellation to Counter Foreign Surveillance; Private Sector to Play Key Role
In a strategic push to strengthen national security, the Indian Ministry of Defence is finalizing a multi-year contract to deploy a constellation of satellites aimed at monitoring foreign spacecraft that could be surveilling India, according to three sources familiar with the matter. Valued at ₹150 crore annually, the project is expected to be executed by […]
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Elon Musk’s Starlink India Soon to be Start Its Service, Waiting for License
India is poised to welcome Elon Musk’s Starlink into its growing satellite internet ecosystem. Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, on June 5, confirmed that Starlink is on track to become the third satellite internet provider licensed to operate in India, alongside Reliance Jio and Bharti’s OneWeb. “In the coming days, the third license will be issued,” […]
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Starlink Set to Launch in India Within 12 Months, Offering High-Speed Satellite Internet
Starlink, the satellite-based internet service from Elon Musk’s SpaceX, is gearing up to launch operations in India within the next 9 to 12 months, according to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). The initial rollout will deliver 600 to 700 Gbps (gigabits per second) of bandwidth, capable of supporting between 30,000 to 50,000 users in select […]
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TRAI’s Spectrum Fee Proposal for Satcom Raises Concerns Over Start-Up Viability
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued new recommendations on spectrum usage fees for satellite-based communication services, a move that experts warn could create significant entry barriers for startups and smaller players. While TRAI aims to simplify regulation and encourage investment, the fee structure may inadvertently slow efforts to make satellite connectivity more […]
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Project Kuiper Seeks Fast-Track Entry into India’s Satellite Broadband Market
Amazon’s Project Kuiper, the satellite internet initiative led by Jeff Bezos, has formally approached the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to accelerate its entry into India’s satellite broadband market. This move comes amid heightened regulatory activity and rising competition, especially following Elon Musk’s Starlink receiving a Letter of Intent (LoI) from the DoT to begin operations […]
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DoT Finalizing Satellite Spectrum Allocation Rules, Awaits Cabinet Approval for Pricing
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is finalizing the detailed regulations and will initiate the allocation process once Cabinet approval for pricing is obtained. This framework aims to accelerate the commercial rollout of satellite broadband across India, focusing on remote and underserved regions while ensuring government revenue and regulatory oversight. Satellite operators will be required to […]
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