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Musk's Starlink and India's Reliance sign surprise satellite internet deal


Published on 2025-03-12 04:02:19 - Reuters
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  • By Aditya Kalra, Munsif Vengattil and Nivedita Bhattacharjee NEW DELHI/BENGALURU (Reuters) -Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio signed a deal with Elon Musk's SpaceX to bring Starlink satellite internet services to India,

Elon Musk's Starlink, a satellite internet constellation operated by SpaceX, has entered into a strategic partnership with India's Reliance Jio Infocomm to bring satellite-based internet services to India. This unexpected collaboration aims to enhance connectivity in remote and underserved regions of the country where traditional internet infrastructure is challenging to deploy. The deal will see Starlink providing the satellite technology, while Reliance Jio will handle the distribution, marketing, and customer service aspects. This partnership not only marks Starlink's expansion into one of the world's largest telecom markets but also aligns with India's push towards digital inclusion, promising to bridge the digital divide by offering high-speed internet access to millions. The agreement was announced as a surprise move, highlighting the potential for innovative solutions in global internet connectivity.

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