India has officially banned all online money gaming after the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 received Presidential assent. Offenders face strict jail terms and heavy fines, while e-sports and social gaming will be promoted.
The Online Gaming Bill 2025 bans all money-based online games, advertisements, and related financial transactions to curb fraud and addiction. Opposition staged protests, but the government said the move is for the “greater good” of society.
The Lok Sabha has approved the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, banning money-based online games while promoting e-sports, educational, and social gaming. The Bill also sets up a central authority to regulate and oversee the online gaming ecosystem in India.
IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirms a new Aadhaar law is on the way. It will align with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 to better protect user data.
A complaint has been lodged against well-known YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia, social media influencer Apoorva Makhija, and comedian Samay Raina. The complaint has also named the organisers of the show India’s Got Latent, where these personalities appeared in the latest episode.
IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the Modi government’s commitment to “democratizing technology” in the Lok Sabha, emphasizing potential AI regulation and the need for societal consensus. He highlighted the importance of addressing misinformation and promoting AI education through data labs in smaller cities, while ensuring responsible AI adoption aligns with safety and transparency principles.
The Indian digital landscape is currently witnessing a significant upheaval following Google’s recent decision to delist several Indian apps from its Play Store. This move has sparked a nationwide debate over digital sovereignty, monopolistic practices, and the survival of Indian startups in the face of global tech giants. Anupam Mittal, the Shark Tank judge and […]
