A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched 23 Starlink internet satellites, 13 of which have direct-to-cell capability, from Florida this afternoon (March 18).

The arrival of Starlink in Niger comes at a time when the nation is grappling with considerable connectivity issues. A large portion of its population has struggled to access reliable internet services.

Reliance Jio and Airtel have partnered with Elon Musk's Starlink, increasing hopes for a quick launch of satellite internet services in India. Here's how Starlink will bring internet to our homes.