India, Jan. 27 -- Global satcom provider Starlink will need fresh approval from the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) to offer its new technology services like direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity in India.

D2D service allows satellites to directly communicate with devices like smartphones, IoT trackers and more.

However, IN-SPACe had earlier rejected the Elon Musk-led company's application for Gen 2 constellation, which would have allowed it to offer all its services, including D2D, Economic Times reported.

The licence for Gen2 constellation was rejected as they operate on higher frequency bands, some of which are not permitted to operate in India, the report said, citing an official.

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