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The Indian government has reportedly decided not to allow Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet service to operate in the country, citing national security concerns. Officials are worried about foreign control over critical communication infrastructure and the possibility of the service being used in sensitive border regions or during emergencies. Security agencies have also raised concerns after reports of Starlink terminals being found in conflict zones without official approval. Authorities fear that the network could bypass government internet restrictions or shutdowns during law-and-order situations. Many social media users have welcomed the decision, calling it a strong step toward protecting India's sovereignty and promoting self-reliance in the telecom sector. Critics of Starlink point to its use in conflict zones such as Ukraine, where the service has sometimes operated beyond the direct control of governments. They argue that an independent satellite network could create security and regulatory challenges for countries. While Starlink has helped provide internet access in remote areas across the world, India's decision reflects concerns over national security, data sovereignty, and government control during crises. Domestic telecom supporters have praised the move as a way to protect India's strategic interests. @thetrid.ent

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This post was published on 10th June, 2026 by Himanshi on her Instagram handle "@thetrid.ent (The TridEnt)". Himanshi has total 58.5K followers on Instagram and has a total of 941 post. Himanshi receives an average engagement rate of 15.6% per post on Instagram. This post has received 81 comments which are lower than the average comments that Himanshi gets. Overall the engagement rate for this post was lower than the average for the profile.