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GDAI signs MoU with FICCI to streamline gaming policies, sector growth

The MoUs with the states of Rajasthan and Sikkim further stipulate that GDAI will provide expertise in skill development and expanding the video gaming industry.

GDAI has also signed MoUs with the states of Rajasthan and Sikkim to enhance game development, align policy initiatives, and drive innovation.

EXCLUSIVE: Telangana govt to form separate e-sports policy, confirms IT Minister

Telangana could be the first state in India to introduce comprehensive esports policies.

Confirming Storyboard18’s article on Telangana planning for India’s distinct esports policy, Telangana IT Minister, D. Sridhar Babu shared that industry stakeholders have already shared respective suggestions on the same.

Gaming can help India’s share in global M&E sector climb to 4%: Sanjay Jaju, MIB

Industry leaders stressed the importance of adopting proven, non-disruptive digital technologies to enhance efficiency and unlock opportunities in India’s culturally diverse market.

Addressing the gaming community and stakeholders at an event, Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, talked about how the ‘sunrise’ sector has the potential to create jobs, fund start-ups and build enterprises.

EXCLUSIVE: India’s gaming industry gets clarity, RMG sector to be regulated by MeitY

Multiple think tank policy consultants have raised concerns over the challenges posed by emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence.

The longstanding demand to differentiate between entertainment-focused gaming and pay-to-play gaming has finally been addressed by the government of India.

Minister Jayant Chaudhary emphasizes MESC governing council’s role in ‘Skill India to Build India’

Chaudhary acknowledged the government's commitment to this vision through the AVGC policy

Chaudhary discussed the global demand for skilled professionals and how India has an unparalleled opportunity to establish itself as a major talent hub

Google News exec Shailesh Prakash steps down amid rising tensions with publishers

Shailesh Prakash joined Google in November 2022.

Amid rising tensions between Google and news publishers, the Indian-origin Shailesh Prakash, VP and General Manager, Google News has stepped down.

South Asia telecom leaders convene to discuss regional connectivity, digital transformation

The News Broadcasters and Digital Association (NBDA) warned that while GBBs have the potential to diversify broadcasting, allowing them to operate without a well-defined regulatory structure could undermine competitive fairness.

Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia highlighted India’s digital leadership at SATRC-25, urges collaboration on connectivity and sustainable development goals.

US election, Donald Trump fuel crypto ad boom in India; players up spends by 15%

Once Donald Trump begins implementing crypto regulations, many countries including India might follow suit, though the frameworks will require time, say experts.

US election results have ignited a trading frenzy in India with platforms recording the highest hourly volume this quarter. Experts point out ad spending to grow nearly 100% in the coming months.