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RMG industry divided over Tamil Nadu’s online gaming regulations

TNOGA regulations will primarily impact pay-to-play games such as Rummy and Poker. Multiple RMG federations and operators are evaluating how to implement the TNOGA regulations.

The gaming federations will seek six months of time for the implementation while some RMG operators believe a formal lawsuit should be filed immediately, others are hesitant.

TNOGA Regulations enforced, RMG operators face compliance challenges

TNOGA has previously advocated for measures to curb addiction among young people playing pay-to-play games.

The regulations took effect on the date of publication in the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette, leaving RMG (Real Money Gaming) operators scrambling to comply with the new rules or risk criminal liability.

Industry stakeholders seek govt action against illegal betting apps

Opinion trading apps pose such questions for users to wager money on future outcomes.

A representation letter will also be sent to Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Ministry of Finance, SEBI and ASCI on the need to prohibit opinion trading platforms in India.

Finance Ministry to meet RMG operators on Friday, will discuss money laundering in online gaming

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in September 2024 that revenue from online gaming increased by 412%, reaching Rs 6,909 crore within six months.

Stakeholders will also discuss challenges faced by the industry such as GST and penetration of offshore gambling companies in India.

From ambulance to hookah: Police raid Blinkit dark stores, seize ₹15 Lakh worth of goods

Notably, Blinkit had recently introduced a 10-minute ambulance service in Gurugram to exemplify rapid emergency healthcare at the doorstep.

In 2023, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel declared the operation of hookah bars illegal in the state. The relevant law was amended with strict provisions to prevent their operation, taking immediate effect.

TNOGA’s ‘Blank Hours’ regulation will push users to illegal gambling platforms, experts raise concerns

On Tuesday, EGF representatives met with TNOGA officials, including Md. Nasimuddin and Dr. M.C. Sarangan, to discuss concerns related to Tamil Nadu's RMG regulations.

As RMG companies rush to assess the necessary technological changes, stakeholders express concerns about users from Tamil Nadu shifting to offshore gambling platforms during restricted hours.

India excluded as Google expands real-money skill game ads globally

By launching stores in India, Google aims to replicate Apple's retail strategy

The tech giant only provides advertising services to Daily Fantasy Sports and Rummy operators. Notably, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) is already investigating Google on this matter.

MIB to issue notice to comedian Samay Raina over ‘obscene’ content on ‘India’s Got Latent’

The ministry stated that it has received concerns from Honorable Members of Parliament, statutory organizations, and public grievances regarding content on OTT platforms.

The National Human Rights Commission, based on a complaint filed by Yogendra Singh Thakur, has asked YouTube to remove the video featuring Ranveer Allahbadia’s “obscene” remarks.

Tamil Nadu vs RMG Industry: Fourth legal battle over online gaming restrictions

On Tuesday, EGF representatives met with TNOGA officials, including Md. Nasimuddin and Dr. M.C. Sarangan, to discuss concerns related to Tamil Nadu's RMG regulations.

TNOGA Chairman Mohammed Nasimuddin had stated that preliminary survey analysis suggests that about 20 percent of students in the state are addicted to online games.