Musk signals fresh Starlink push for India after minister meeting

• Elon Musk signals a renewed push for Starlink's entry into India following a meeting between SpaceX executives and India's Communications Minister.
• India's Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia met Starlink VP Lauren Dreyer to discuss expanding satellite internet access, particularly for remote "last-mile access."
• The initiative aims to leverage satellite technology for remote connectivity, aligning with PM Modi's vision for a "digitally empowered India."
• Starlink has faced regulatory hurdles in India since 2021 but hopes for potential approval in 2025.
• Provisional pricing for Starlink in India was revealed as ₹34,000 for hardware and ₹8,600 monthly, aiming to address India's significant digital divide.

Why It Matters: Starlink's India entry could boost internet access, narrowing the digital divide.