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A fresh dispute is brewing over Starlink’s operations in India after Elon Musk’s company raised concerns about alleged discrimination in the country’s satellite communication framework.The Indian government has pushed back against the allegations, maintaining that its regulatory framework for satellite communications is fair, transparent and designed to apply consistent standards to all operators. Officials have also stressed that data security and national interests remain key considerations as India expands its satellite-based connectivity ecosystem. n18oc_breaking-newsn18oc_india CNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE Watch News18 LIVE 24x7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQFollow us on Google: news18.co/cn18gFollow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.comNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

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