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Musk accuses Indian oligarchs of delaying Starlink as New Delhi defends satellite internet approval process

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Elon Musk accused unnamed Indian oligarchs of blocking Starlink’s launch to protect their market position, while India’s Communications Ministry said its satellite communications approval framework is fair and non-discriminatory. Musk also rejected claims that Starlink was used by insurgent groups, saying its beams were turned off over India.

Discovered 2026-10-07T11:05:41.579265-07:00 | 2026-10-07T11:05:41.579265-07:00

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  • Starlink’s entry into India remains subject to regulatory approval, making the country’s licensing framework and market access consequential for satellite broadband providers.
  • Musk’s allegations and the ministry’s denial put scrutiny on whether approval processes are applied consistently; the reports do not provide evidence supporting his claims.
  • Musk separately said Starlink beams were turned off over India, rejecting claims that the service had been used by insurgent groups.

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