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 Madras High Court upheld Tamil Nadu’s ban on online real-money gaming between 12 AM and 5 AM to mitigate addiction and public health risks. Despite opposition from gaming companies, the Court deemed the measure necessary and constitutional. It emphasized that gambling differs from free games, prompting potential addiction and financial losses.