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Elon Musk Addresses Starlink Device Use Allegations in Manipur

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Starlink Beams Allegedly Linked to Conflict

Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX, recently clarified that Starlink satellite beams have been “turned off over India.” His statement came in response to allegations that a Starlink device was being used in the conflict-hit region of Manipur. The controversy arose after Indian security forces seized internet devices, along with arms and ammunition, during a raid in the Keirao Khunou area of Imphal East district.

Images shared by the Spear Corps of the Indian Army on social media depicted the seized items, sparking public interest when observers noted that one of the devices bore the Starlink logo. This discovery fueled speculations about the potential role of satellite internet in escalating tensions in the region.

Details of the Seizure in Manipur

On December 16, the Indian Army’s Spear Corps released a statement detailing the outcomes of coordinated raids conducted in Manipur. The joint operations involved troops from the Indian Army, Assam Rifles, and Manipur Police, targeting both hill and valley regions in the districts of Churachandpur, Chandel, Imphal East, and Kangpokpi. During these operations, it was confirmed that Starlink satellite beams were inactive over the region, ensuring no external technological interference.

The operation led to the recovery of an extensive cache of weapons and equipment, including 29 firearms such as sniper rifles, automatic weapons, pistols, country-made mortars, and single-barrel rifles. Additionally, grenades, ammunition, and other war-like materials were confiscated. The forces emphasized the significance of the raids in disrupting unlawful activities in the troubled region.

Musk’s Statement on Starlink’s Involvement

Elon Musk’s comments on social media aimed to address concerns about Starlink’s potential misuse. By asserting that Starlink satellite beams are inactive over India, Musk sought to dispel allegations of the technology’s involvement in the ongoing violence in Manipur. While his statement was brief, it highlighted the measures SpaceX takes to control the deployment and usage of its satellite internet services in sensitive regions.

This clarification comes amid heightened scrutiny of technology’s role in conflict zones. Social media platforms and communication technologies are often debated for their impact on security and their potential misuse. The revelations about the seized Starlink device, coupled with Musk’s response, underscore the growing complexities surrounding technology’s influence in global and local conflicts.

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Starlink: Musk’s Internet Revolution Unveiled

Starlink is a group of satellites made by SpaceX, a company started by Elon Musk. The aim of this project is to make the internet faster in areas where it's not good, especially far away places. Starlink will send lots of small satellites into space that orbit close to Earth. These satellites will work together to make sure people can get good internet almost everywhere, even in places that are hard to reach.

➥ Background and Rationale ➲ Global Internet Connectivity Issues Access to the internet is crucial for modern life, but many parts of the world are still not connected or have poor connections. Traditional internet infrastructure like fiber-optic cables and cell towers often can't reach rural or isolated areas because they are too expensive and difficult to set up. This gap in digital access worsens inequalities, making it harder for people to get education, healthcare, and job opportunities.

➲ Technological Innovations SpaceX’s Starlink uses new satellite technology to solve these problems. In the past, satellite internet was slow and had delays because signals had to travel very far. Starlink's plan is to put satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO), which is much closer to Earth, making the internet faster and more responsive.

➥ Technical Specifications ➲ Satellites Starlink satellites are small and flat, each weighing about 260 kg. They have several high-speed antennas and one solar panel. The satellites work in the Ku-band and Ka-band frequencies, offering various services. Key features include: Low Latency: Placed at heights between 340 km and 1,200 km, the closeness to Earth reduces signal travel time, achieving latencies as low as 20 ms.

Read in detail: https://www.knowledgewale.com/2024/05/starlink-musks-internet-revolution.html

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🖤🐚 Yay, it's Friday! 🖤🐚

Good morning everybody! Rolled through another busy week, and like all of you, glad it's over.

Some highlights include moving closer to the river to escape the blazing temps (been getting a lot of river time in), ordered and got my Starlink all set up!

The area that I'm in has spotty internet at best, so it's nice to have a reliable source of internet. Love it so far, the engineers at SpaceX made a fantastic product! 😎

Oh, and I've been getting some questions about where I'm getting my bikinis, and I gotta give credit to Shein - the swimwear and outfits are super cute, affordable and shipping is fast! Highly recommend!

Well that's enough for now. Hope everybody's day goes by fast and that you all have a fantastic weekend, love to all! 😘

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ஸ்டார்லிங்க் செயற்கைக்கோள் The Starlink satellite was decommissioned ஏவுதலை SpaceX கவுண்ட்டவுனில் 5 வினாடிகள் உள்ள நிலையில் நிறுத்தப்பட்டது !

ஸ்டார்லிங்க் செயற்கைக்கோள் The Starlink satellite was decommissioned ஏவுதலை SpaceX ஒரு வாரத்திற்குள் இரண்டாவது முறையாக ராக்கெட் ஏவுதலை நிறுத்தியது.

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