Starlink satellite internet devices were found in the hands of militants in the conflict-ridden region of Manipur. This discovery has raised serious questions about the internet service’s presence in India and its possible misuse. Could Starlink be operating illegally in the country? And what is Elon Musk’s role in all this?
On December 16, the Indian Army’s Spear Corps shared a photo on social media showing a Starlink kit among weapons, bombs, and ammunition seized during a raid in Manipur. The devices were reportedly found with members of the People’s Liberation Army of Manipur, a separatist group based in Myanmar that’s fighting for an independent state.
The situation is complex. Officially, Starlink is not available in India, and its satellite beams are supposed to be turned off in the region, according to Elon Musk. Yet, this isn’t the first time that Starlink has caused trouble in India. Earlier this month, police in Andaman and Nicobar found another Starlink device on...
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