India news Live Updates, 14 October 2026: ‘Satellite internet subject for discussion,’ says Parliamentary panel amid Musk row

The Indian Parliament's Standing Committee on Information Technology is discussing the possibility of satellite internet, amidst the ongoing row with Elon Musk's Starlink. The committee is reportedly looking into the regulatory framework for satellite internet services.

The development comes as Starlink, a subsidiary of SpaceX, has been facing regulatory hurdles in India, with the government expressing concerns about the company's registration and licensing.

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