ET Exclusive: India weighs security checkpoint for Starlink, global satcom firms
The Indian government is in discussions to create a hardware device for monitoring satellite communications from foreign providers. This device aims to ensure national security by controlling internet traffic from companies like Starlink. Officials state that this security layer will prevent potential risks associated with untrusted transport carriers.
Notably, Starlink has faced regulatory challenges for not complying with local infrastructure regulations.
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- Business
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- ISRO & space
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- The Economic Times
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- kiran rathee
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- Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 5:30 am IST
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