As SpaceX struggles to launch Starlink in India, Elon Musk has stepped up his attack on billionaire Mukesh Ambani, mockingly calling him the country's 'prime minister' to suggest he wields outsized control over its government and accusing him of blocking the satellite internet service from competing. On Friday, Musk continued his criticism of the famed Reliance Industries' chairperson in a post on X, arguing that Starlink could bring internet access to areas that remain unconnected, giving children more opportunities to learn, and helping small businesses reach customers worldwide. Musk's latest comments follow his accusations earlier this week that unnamed 'oligarchs' were blocking Starlink's launch in India to protect their business interests. India's Ministry of Communications rejected the allegations, saying the country's regulatory framework for satellite communications is 'fair and non-discriminatory.' Musk then went further on Thursday, questioning Ambani's influence in a...
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