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Elon Musk's Starlink reapplies for India approval of satellite network with direct-to-device tech

Starlink has reapplied to India's space regulator for approval of its Gen 2 satellite constellation, seeking authorisation for nearly 30,000 satellites in low Earth orbit. The application includes newer capabilities such as direct-to-device connectivity, as India considers expanding satcom spectrum access and finalising rules for satellite-based mobile services.

Elon Musk's Starlink reapplies for India approval of satellite network with direct-to-device tech

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Starlink has reapplied to India's space regulator for approval of its Gen 2 satellite constellation, seeking authorisation for nearly 30,000 satellites in low Earth orbit.

The application includes newer capabilities such as direct-to-device connectivity, as India considers expanding satcom spectrum access and finalising rules for satellite-based mobile services.

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Starlink has reapplied to India's space regulator for approval of its Gen 2 satellite constellation, seeking authorisation for nearly 30,000 satellites in low Earth orbit. The application includes newer capabilities such as direct-to-device connectivity, as India considers expanding satcom spectrum access and finalising rules for satellite-based mobile services.

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