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'Violated terms of service': Musk explains why Starlink services were restricted in Ukraine

World | Oct 25, 2026, 07:18 AM IST

SpaceX founder Elon Musk has admitted that he was behind restricting Starlink services in Ukraine, and accused Kyiv violating the terms of service, claiming that Zelenskyy's government used it for offensive operations.

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Musk ordered slowdown of Ukraine's Starlink network; kept Trump and Zelenskyy in dark: Report

World | Oct 21, 2026, 07:02 AM IST

A report by an American media outlet has claimed that SpaceX founder Elon Musk had deliberately ordered slowing down of Starshield, a low-Earth-orbit and military-grade satellite communication systems that is used by Ukraine. This had vastly effected Ukraine's operations against Russia.

Reliance breaks silence on Starlink, says rules apply equally to foreign and domestic players

Business | Oct 16, 2026, 09:48 AM IST

Reliance said it has grown in India, which welcomes investment and innovation, homegrown or international, that improve people's lives.

OPINION | Mr Elon Musk, law is equal for everybody in India

India | Oct 09, 2026, 04:37 PM IST

Elon Musk has questioned India's telecom policy over Starlink's delayed licence, alleging that powerful business interests are blocking its launch. The Centre rejected the claim, saying satellite operators must follow the same rules.

Starlink service in India being blocked by Oligarchs: Elon Musk

Technology | Oct 08, 2026, 07:29 AM IST

A verified account operating in the name of DogeDesigner said, "11,256 of India's listed villages still lacked 4G coverage as of May 2026." The account mentioned "Indian needs Starlink" and shared information about the lack of telecom connectivity in the country's rural area.

Starlink India launch gets fresh push as Elon Musk says satellite internet can help rural areas

Technology | Aug 21, 2026, 10:52 AM IST

Elon Musk renewed Starlink satellite internet push to India, saying that the service could help underserved rural communities. SpaceX has reapplied to IN-SPACe for approval of its second-generation satellite constellation after an earlier regulatory setback linked to security concerns.

Starlink network crosses 10600 satellites as SpaceX launches 24 more into orbit

Technology | Jun 15, 2026, 11:31 AM IST

SpaceX expands Starlink satellite internet network beyond 10,600 satellites following the successful launch of 24 new satellites aboard a Falcon 9 rocket. The mission also brought one of SpaceX's reusable boosters within a single flight of matching the company's reusability record.

Starlink partners with Meghalaya for satellite internet, gets closer to India rollout

Technology | Apr 01, 2026, 07:21 PM IST

Starlink is moving closer to its India launch after signing a deal with the Meghalaya government to improve connectivity in remote areas. The company has also received key approvals, but final rollout depends on regulatory decisions.

Starlink partners with Airtel to support calling without network coverage

Technology | Mar 26, 2026, 06:22 PM IST

Starlink has partnered with Airtel Africa to test satellite-based calling and internet services. The move could allow users to stay connected even in no-network zones, though the India rollout still depends on spectrum allocation.

Elon Musk teases Starlink smartphone focused on AI, not like today’s iPhones or Android handsets

Technology | Jan 30, 2026, 05:07 PM IST

Elon Musk has hinted at the possibility of a Starlink-branded smartphone in the future. Unlike conventional iPhones or Android devices, the potential phone could focus heavily on AI performance and energy efficiency, leveraging neural networks rather than traditional smartphone features.

Starlink provides free internet access amid digital shutdown in Iran protests

Technology | Jan 14, 2026, 02:57 PM IST

Amid widespread protests and a near-total internet blackout in Iran, Starlink – SpaceX’s satellite internet service – is reportedly being offered for free to some users inside the country, activists and news reports say. With domestic mobile and broadband services shut down by the government.

Musk's SpaceX offers free Starlink internet service in Iran as protests continue to rage: Report

World | Jan 14, 2026, 06:50 AM IST

SpaceX has activated free Starlink internet service in blackout-hit Iran as protests intensify nationwide. With thousands of receivers smuggled into the country, the move has become a crucial communication lifeline amid mounting unrest.

Starlink withdraws 'incorrect' India internet prices, cites glitch and pending regulatory approval

Technology | Dec 09, 2025, 01:36 PM IST

The VP of Starlink Business Operations clarified the situation, stating that Starlink has not yet launched in India and is therefore not taking customer orders.

Starlink India price revealed: What users get for Rs 8600 per month plan and how to apply

Technology | Dec 08, 2025, 04:20 PM IST

Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, has officially listed its India pricing with a monthly charge of Rs 8,600 and a one-time hardware cost of Rs 34,000. The company promises unlimited data, high uptime, and wide coverage across remote regions.

Maharashtra partners with Starlink for satellite internet

Maharashtra becomes India's first state to partner with Starlink, CM Fadnavis announces

Technology | Nov 05, 2025, 06:47 PM IST

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis emphasised that the Maharashtra-Starlink collaboration will bolster the state's flagship Digital Maharashtra Mission and integrate seamlessly with its programs for electric vehicles (EVs), coastal development, and disaster management.

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