Reliance Jio on Thursday said that, after building extensive mobile and fibre networks on the ground, it is now turning its focus to space with a proposed constellation of around 1,600 satellites and 23 ground stations across India. The initiative aims to extend connectivity to remote areas where conventional terrestrial … Read More
Reliance Jio is working to develop an indigenous satellite technology stack and has already filed patents in the pre-6G space as it seeks to strengthen India’s position in next-generation telecommunications, Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited Chairman Akash Ambani said on Thursday. Jio advances indigenous satellite technology Speaking on the sidelines of … Read More
Satellite communications company Starlink has developed India-specific security controls and built more than 20 gateway sites in the country, said Lauren Dreyer, Vice President – Starlink Business Operations. She added that the company is “keeping Indian users’ data within India.” Dreyer delivered a keynote address at India Mobile Congress (IMC) … Read More
The Ministry of Communications on Thursday, October 8, 2026, reiterated that India’s regulatory framework for satellite communication services is fair and non-discriminatory, rejecting claims by SpaceX CEO Elon Musk that “certain oligarchs” in India were blocking the launch of Starlink satellite internet services in the country. Musk Alleges Roadblocks to … Read More
In exactly a year from now, Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, will make its move to go to space. The company has already been filing applications for the approvals and getting the necessary licenses over the last few years. Now, Jio has filed an application with the ITU (International … Read More
Starlink has renewed efforts to offer satellite communication services in India by resubmitting an application to the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) for authorisation of its Gen 2 constellation, according to an Economic Times report dated August 20, 2026, citing people familiar with the matter. The proposed … Read More
SpaceX owned Starlink has yet again started putting in efforts to start business in India. Starlink, which operates a satellite constellation globally, has not been able to tap into India. Despite trying for more than half a decade, Starlink has not been getting permission from the Indian government to start … Read More
Airtel Business, the business arm of Bharti Airtel, and ITI Limited, the country’s first PSU post-independence and a premier telecom and varied technology segment manufacturer, have entered into a strategic collaboration to help enterprises in India fast-track their digital transformation and unlock new opportunities for growth, resilience, and innovation, according … Read More
Reliance Jio’s proposal to deploy around 1,600 low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites has been found “technically sound” by India’s space regulator, the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), according to government officials. The proposal has been assessed as being on par with global satellite constellations such as Starlink, according … Read More
Reliance Jio is planning to develop and launch its own low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation comprising 1,600-1,650 satellites at an altitude of around 650 kilometres over the next two to three years, aiming to provide broadband and direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity services, according to an Economic Times report by Kiran … Read More
Starlink, a SpaceX owned satellite communications (satcom) company has been eyeing to launch services in India for many years. However, year after year, the company is just facing delays due to regulatory norms. Many countries globally have already started offering space broadband services to its citizens. Not in India, however. … Read More
Starlink has said that it is still in active discussions with the Indian government for getting permissions to launch services. SpaceX, the parent company of Starlink is going to go for IPO in the near future. Amidst this, news reports surfaced saying that Starlink has hit a snag yet again … Read More
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