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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
IN-SPACe nod: Starlink clears final hurdle for India launch
Elon Musk's satcom venture Starlink Wednesday cleared the final hurdle for launch of services in India, as the company received satellite authorisation approval from space regulator and promoter Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) for five years. ' IN-SPACe authorisation to SSCPL has a validity period of five years from the date of authorisation or end of operational life of Gen1 constellation — whichever is earlier,' the satellite authorisation body said. Earlier, the company had received a licence to offer satellite services in India from department of telecom on June 5, and IN-SPACe clearance now paves the way for it to start work on setting up ground infrastructure to begin services. IN-SPACe nod: Starlink clears final hurdle for India launch | page 9 New Delhi: Elon Musk's satcom venture Starlink on Wednesday cleared the final hurdle for launch of services in India, as the company received satellite authorisation approval from Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe). Earlier, the company had received a licence to offer satellite services in India from the department of telecom (DoT) on June 5, and the IN-Space clearance now paves the way for it to start work on setting up ground infrastructure to begin services, possibly over the next few months. IN-SPACe granted authorisation to Starlink Satellite Communications (SSCPL) for enabling provisioning of low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites constellation, namely Starlink Gen1. 'IN-SPACe authorisation to SSCPL has a validity period of five years from the date of authorisation or end of operational life of Gen1 constellation — whichever is earlier. The rollout of services is subject to the stipulated regulatory provisions and requisite clearance/approval/licence from the relevant govt department(s),' the satellite authorisation body said. The Starlink Gen1 Constellation is a global constellation with 4,408 satellites orbiting earth in altitude varying between 540-570 kms capable of providing 600 Gbps throughout India. In June, Starlink had received approval for three licences — Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS), Commercial Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT), and Internet Service Provider (ISP) after trying for years to get a go-ahead. 'With the two approvals done, the company will now begin work to set up ground infrastructure for enabling services. A lot of equipment will also be imported and approvals will be sought for the same,' sources said. According to reports by a section of analysts, Starlink is expected to launch its services at data prices under Rs 1,000, which would still be higher than the fibre-to-home broadband rates offered by Reliance Jio and Airtel.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Musk's Starlink gets nod to launch services in India
India's space regulator INSPACe has granted a licence to Elon Musk-run Starlink to offer space-based internet services in the country. "Indian National Space Authorisation and Promotion Centre (INSPACe) granted authorisation to M/s Starlink Satellite Communications Private Limited, New Delhi (SSCPL) for enabling provisioning of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites constellation, namely Starlink Gen1. The authorisation will enable SSCPL to provide satellite communication services in India," a statement from the space sector regulator said. The authorisation is valid for a five-year period from the date of authorisation (July 8) or the end of the operational life of the Gen1 constellation -- whichever is earlier.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Indian space regulator approves Musk's Starlink services for 5 years
New Delhi: The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) on Wednesday announced that it has approved Elon Musk's Starlink for a period of five years in the country. With this, the final regulatory hurdle for the cheaper internet service to start rolling out its commercial satellite broadband operations in India has been cleared. In a statement, IN-SPACe said it "has granted authorisation to Starlink Satellite Communications Private Limited, New Delhi (SSCPL) for enabling provisioning of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation, namely Starlink Gen1." "The Starlink Gen1 Constellation is a global constellation with 4408 satellites orbiting Earth at altitudes varying between 540-570Km capable of providing about 600 Gbps throughput over India," it added. The authorisation will enable SSCPL to provide satellite communication services in India. "IN-SPACe authorisation to SSCPL has a validity period of five (5) years from the date of authorisation or end of operational life of Gen1 constellation – whichever is earlier," the regulator said. Starlink now needs to acquire spectrum from the government and establish ground infrastructure for its services. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is set to grant trial spectrum to the US-based space firm to complete security compliance demonstrations. Starlink has signed its first commercial agreements with VSAT providers in India. VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) service providers offer satellite-based internet and communication solutions, particularly for locations with limited or no terrestrial connectivity. The affordable satellite-based internet service Starlink is now set to roll out in the country in a few months. However, IN-SPACe noted that the roll-out of the cheap internet service "is subject to the stipulated regulatory provisions and requisite clearance/approval/license from the relevant government department(s)". Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said last week that all due diligence has been completed from their end for the entry of SpaceX's Starlink service in India, and once they receive the necessary regulatory and licensing approvals from the space regulator, they can roll out the service in the country whenever they wish to. The space regulator had earlier issued a draft letter of intent (LOI) to the company. Starlink provides internet through a network of satellites orbiting Earth. The company currently operates the world's largest constellation of satellites, with more than 6,750 in orbit. Starlink services are already available in several countries, including Mongolia, Japan, the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, Jordan, Yemen, Azerbaijan, and Sri Lanka. Amazon's Project Kuiper, Starlink's rival, is also awaiting regulatory approvals from both the DoT and IN-SPACe. Kuiper is planning a large-scale satcom rollout in India.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
IN-SPACe grants 5-year authorisation to Starlink for satellite services in India
Photo/Agencies BENGALURU: The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) has authorised Starlink Satellite Communications Private Limited (SSCPL), a New Delhi-based entity, to deploy and operate its low earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation — Starlink Gen1 — in India. Starlink, operated globally by Elon Musk-led SpaceX, has been seeking to enter the Indian market for some time. And the approval, dated July 8 and valid until July 7, 2030, marks a significant step in enabling satellite-based broadband services across the country, with SSCPL now authorised to provide satellite communication services using the Starlink Gen1 network. This global constellation comprises 4,408 satellites operating at altitudes between 540km and 570km, and is capable of delivering a cumulative throughput of approximately 600 Gbps over Indian territory. The authorisation is valid for five years from the date of issuance or until the end of the operational life of the Gen1 constellation — whichever comes earlier. IN-SPACe clarified that the commercial rollout of services will still require all necessary regulatory approvals, clearances, and licences from relevant government departments. IN-SPACe's clearance forms part of India's broader effort to liberalise the satellite communication sector and increase private participation in space-based services. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Descoperă BMW X5 Legacy Limited Edition. Cu o rată fixă de 789€ + TVA/ lună şi costurile de întreţinere incluse. Vezi oferta Undo With this authorisation, SSCPL now has a regulatory foothold to proceed with service deployment plans, although it will still need to secure spectrum allocation and other clearances from the Department of Telecommunications and other bodies. Officials at IN-SPACe described the development as a key milestone in expanding India's satellite communications ecosystem and supporting next-generation broadband access using space technology.
