Starlink nears India launch: Elon Musk’s satcom giant gets final regulatory go-ahead, prepares for compliance trials

Elon Musk-owned Starlink is poised to receive its final regulatory approval to launch satellite communication services in India, with space regulator IN-SPACe issuing a draft authorisation document for the company to sign. Once completed, the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre will countersign the document, effectively clearing the way for Starlink to begin operations.The […]

Elon Musk bets on India: Tesla to open showrooms in July; ‘Made in China’ EV may cost more than $56,000, says report

Tesla’s first retail location is scheduled to open in Mumbai by mid July. (AI image) Elon Musk-led Tesla plans to inaugurate its first showrooms in India this July, according to informed sources, marking its official entry into the world’s third-largest car market, as the company seeks expansion amidst declining sales in European and Chinese markets.The […]

Elon Musk’s Starlink faces new rival as Vi joins AST SpaceMobile, smartphone satcom service announced, launch date to be decided later

Vodafone Idea on Wednesday announced a strategic partnership with US-based satellite communications company AST SpaceMobile to deliver satellite-based mobile services directly to smartphones across India, without the need for specialised hardware or apps.The telecom operator said the tie-up aims to expand coverage in India’s unconnected regions by integrating AST SpaceMobile’s space-based cellular technology with Vi’s […]

Tesla price hike: Elon Musk-led EV maker raises Model S and X prices by $5,000 in US after upgrades; premium variants now start at $84,990

Tesla has increased prices of its Model S and Model X vehicles in the United States by $5,000 following an update to the two premium electric models, the company announced Thursday via a post on X and updates to its official website.The price hike applies to all configurations of both models. With the adjustment, the […]

Elon Musk net worth: Post apology to Donald Trump, world’s richest man sees rise in wealth – what’s Musk’s net worth now?

Elon Musk had contacted Trump via telephone prior to making his public apology. (AI image) Elon Musk net worth: The world’s richest person, Elon Musk, saw his net worth increase modestly after he expressed regret about remarks made against US President Donald Trump.Forbes’ real-time billionaire tracking system indicated that Elon Musk’s fortune increased by $191 […]

Security topmost priority: Elon Musk’s Starlink may have to share data on seized kits under Indian satcom permit; US company was unwilling to…

Elon Musk’s Starlink may now be required to share user data under its new satcom permit from the Indian government. This includes details of satellite kits seized in India, especially in the North-East region—information the company had previously declined to share.This comes after Indian security agencies raised concerns over the suspected misuse of Starlink devices […]

Donald Trump vs Elon Musk: Who has more to lose – US President or world’s richest man? Stakes are high for both!

The fallout between Trump and Musk has created significant implications for both these influential figures. The spat between US President Donald Trump and world’s richest person Elon Musk, is getting uglier as each hour of the day passes. From trading harsh barbs to threats, it’s a fight like no other. And it keeps getting worse! […]