Starlink, Elon Musk and TRAI

Elon Musk's Starlink Could Be Limited To 'Mobile Dark' Zones In India: Report
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is likely to push for satellite internet services to be initially limited to mobile dark zones — regions lacking terrestrial network coverage. This move comes as Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio establish partnerships with SpaceX’s Starlink,
Elon Musk’s Starlink stares at uncertain future in India as TRAI mulls license curbs
TRAI is set to recommend a five-year timeframe for satellite spectrum licenses, enabling market assessment and price adjustments. This stance opposes Elon Musk’s 20-year request, as Jio and Airtel push for shorter licensing durations amid emerging collaborations.
TRAI plans to limit satellite permits to five years, defying Musk's Starlink
India's TRAI plans a five-year allocation of satellite broadband spectrum, differing from Elon Musk's 20-year request. Recommendations on pricing and allocation will be finalized within a month. Mukesh Ambani's Reliance and Bharti Airtel have partnered with Musk's Starlink for distribution in India.
TRAI's satellite permit cap may pose hurdles to Starlink's India foray
TRAI is preparing recommendations to the Centre, which include limiting satellite communication permit period and deciding on satellite spectrum pricing
TRAI favors 5-year satellite spectrum licence, defies Starlink’s 20-year demand: Reports
The official also noted that satellite spectrum pricing "will be substantially lower" than conventional telecom licences, which are typically awarded via auction for 20 years.
How TRAI's license limits could impact Starlink's future in India
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is mulling a five-year limit for satellite broadband spectrum licenses, a Reuters report said. The move could throw a spanner in the works of Elon Musk 's Starlink, which is eyeing a 20-year license.
India watchdog plans to limit satellite permits to five years, defying Musk's Starlink
India's telecom regulator plans to recommend that satellite broadband spectrum be allotted for around five years to assess initial market adoption, defying Elon Musk's Starlink, which is seeking a 20-year permit,
India May Limit Starlink’s Satellite Spectrum to 5 Years, Defying Musk’s 20-Year Request
Indias telecom regulator, TRAI, is set to recommend a five-year allocation for satellite broadband spectrum, challenging Elon Musks Starlink, which sought a 20-year permit. This move aims to assess market adoption
The spectrum challenge: Starlink may have a new Indian hurdle as TRAI eyes 5-year spectrum allocation
TRAI's spectrum recommendation challenges Starlink's 20-year request, but aligns with that of Indian telecom players ...
Trai may restrict Starlink, satcom firms to mobile dark spot regions
This move could alleviate concerns earlier expressed by Jio and Bharti Airtel, among other telecom operators, that global ...
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Elon Musk’s Starlink entry dogged by security concerns and questions
What can Musk’s SpaceX do that ISRO cannot? The question gains currency following agreements signed by Airtel and Jio to ...
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TRAI Mulling Satcom Spectrum Allotment For Five Years; A Fourth Of Starlink’s Demand: Report
TRAI is mulling to recommend allotment of satellite broadband spectrum for five years to assess initial market adoption.
'Starlink’s Tie-Ups With Jio & Airtel Ease Competition Concerns': Citi Report
New Delhi: Starlink's tie-ups with Jio and Bharti support the view that satcom services will complement the telcos' existing offerings and ease concerns over satellite services posing a competitive ...