Modi and Musk meet in US to explore space and technology collaboration

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with SpaceX CEO Elon Musk during his U.S. visit. They discussed topics like space, technology, and innovation. Modi's meeting with Musk follows their previous encounter in New York in 2023. Musk aims to launch his Starlink satellite internet service in India, facing delays due to regulatory issues and competition from local telecom companies. The Indian government has changed its policy on satellite spectrum allocation, which may help Musk's plans. Musk's Tesla is also looking to enter the Indian market but faces challenges from high import duties. The Indian government is promoting electric vehicles and has introduced new policies to encourage local manufacturing.