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iGaming Business

Romania bans slot machines in small towns

Parliament voted in favour of Government Emergency Ordinance (GEO) 82/2023 with some amendments. This law has been in place since 6 October 2023. One of these amendments dictates that slot machines must only appear in a locality that has a population of more than 15000 people. Effectively, this bans them from sparsely populated areas. Approving…

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My Wabash Valley

SNEAK PEEK: Terre Haute Casino Resort set for grand opening

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) - The long-awaited Terre Haute Casino Resort is set for its grand opening on Friday. Churchill Downs Incorporated officials offered a sneak peek of the gaming floor and three of the five restaurants within the building on Wednesday. THCR General Manager Mike Rich said seeing the renderings become a reality has been…

Travel ・ 21 days

Chicago Tribune

Oswego OKs new regulations on video gambling

Oswego trustees have agreed to impose a cap on video gambling cafes and also on video gambling at gas stations in the village. The Village Board also decided not to grant any new video gambling licenses to convenience stores as part of the newly-approved ordinance, which is designed to regulate future gambling sites in town. The board in May 2013…

Law ・ 22 February 2024

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Gas stations defy Springfield's gambling machine ban

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. - KOLR 10 Investigates at least two gas stations that are gambling with the city of Springfield's new rule banning slot machine-style games that pay out cash prizes. According to the ordinance, it took effect upon passage Monday night. KOLR 10 Investigates visited multiple Fast'N Friendly convenience store supervisors who claim…

Incidents ・ 17 February 2024

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Illinois Rep. Gonzalez's Internet Casino Gaming Bill In Committee

The Illinois legislature will ponder online casino gaming in this year's General Assembly after State Rep. Edgar Gonzalez's House Bill 2239 was assigned to the House Gaming Committee last week. Gonzalez's bill, originally filed last year and failed to make it beyond first reading, is the companion to Senate Bill 1656 filed by Sen. Cristina Castro…

Sports ・ 06 February 2024

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From Regulations to Opportunities: Best Countries for Online Casino Startups

From Regulations to Opportunities: Best Countries for Online Casino Startups Are you considering starting an online casino venture? The world of online gambling is booming, and there are plenty of opportunities for entrepreneurs to get in on the action. Not all countries are created equal, though, when it comes to regulations and opportunities for…

Industry ・ 03 February 2024

Florida Politics

House clears ‘illegal slot machine’ measure, but questions remain about clarity, ‘unintended consequences’

Unsuspecting night managers could get ensnared in violations they didn't know they were committing. A House bill seeking to crack down on illegal gambling operations in the state has cleared its second committee, but concerns remain about unintended consequences and a potential lack of clarity. The bill (HB 189) cleared the House Appropriations…

Incidents ・ 01 February 2024

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Park Lawn Queen Of Hearts Keeps Rolling With Jackpot At $230,000

OAK LAWN, IL - Fog did not deter the faithful who gathered Wednesday at At The Office Bar and Grill in Crestwood for the Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Raffle. The jackpot going into Wednesday's drawing was just a few hundred dollars shy of $230000 and climbing. Vicky C.'s ticket was pulled, who was actually present for the drawing and used a stamper to…

Winnings ・ 25 January 2024

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Lawyers raise concerns over new Curaçao online gambling regulation

The National Ordinance for Games of Chance (LOK) entered the Curaçao's parliament for approval in December. The LOK will overhaul how gambling is regulated in Curaçao. The change has been long pending since 2020 when the Netherlands government requested that Curaçao reform its gambling regulations as a condition of financial relief in the wake of…

Law ・ 15 January 2024

MediaNama

Highlights: Madras HC's Judgment on TN's Online 'Gambling' Ban

Last month, the Madras High Court once again struck down the Tamil Nadu government's attempts to ban online skill games (non-gambling games) under a larger ban on online gambling. Chief Justice Sanjay V. Gangpurwala and Justice P.D. Audikesavalu held that the state government had the power to regulate skill games, and banning them exceeded its…

Law ・ 04 December 2023

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Casino Could Be Built Without Zoning Change: Fairfax County Executive

RESTON, VA - Questions raised about whether state and local laws would allow a casino to be built in Fairfax County, where it would fit best, what gaming is allowed and what government bodies must OK a plan were answered fully, or in part, Wednesday. Fairfax County Executive Bryan Hill responded Wednesday to questions posed by Hunter Mill District…

Law ・ 17 November 2023

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Casino and Blue Cross labor strikes stretch on in Detroit

Detroit casino workers are continuing their strike against three operators, hopeful that they'll be able to secure a big win like the UAW has in tentative deals with domestic automakers. It's day 26 for the strike. On Oct. 17, unionized casino workers at MGM Grand Detroit, MotorCity Casino, and Hollywood Casino at Greektown launched a strike…

Sports ・ 12 November 2023

Lexology

Navigating the Transition: Curaçao's New Online Gaming Portal

The government of Curaçao has today established an Online Gaming Portal The Online Gaming Portal is intended for: Application for online gaming licences under the existing law, namely, the National Ordinance on Offshore Games of Hazard (Landsverordening buitengaatse hazardspelen, P.B. 1993, no. 63) (hereinafter the " NOOGH "), whereby operators…

Industry ・ 02 November 2023

NH Business Review

Keene zoning amendment would keep casinos out of downtown

A zoning amendment backed by Mayor George Hansel would keep casinos out of Keene's downtown core, limiting them to specific zoning districts of the city. The proposed ordinance, slated to go before the Keene Planning Board and the City Council's Planning, Licenses and Development Committee in a joint meeting Nov. 13, defines charitable gaming…

Law ・ 26 October 2023

WREG

'Operation Casino Royale' shuts down gambling machines

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Memphis Police say they have seized more than $1 million in cash and 268 casino-style gaming machines in a crackdown on illegal gambling across the city. MPD's Vice Team launched "Operation Casino Royale" in the summer of 2022, when the city became aware of gaming machines being installed in corner stores and gas stations across…

Incidents ・ 18 October 2023

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MPD seized $1M in ‘Operation Casino Royale’ due to illegal slot machines

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis Police Department launched "Operation Casino Royale" in July 2022 to investigate and dismantle illegal slot machines and other crimes. Police announced the results of the operation on Monday. Out of 65 investigations, MPD said they arrested two suspects and issued 53 misdemeanor citations and 12 city ordinance…

Incidents ・ 17 October 2023

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Are Online Casino Apps Legal in India?

Online casino apps are a popular way of enjoying various casino games on mobile devices, such as slots, roulette, blackjack, poker, and baccarat. Online casino apps can provide fun, convenience, and lucrative opportunities for players who love gambling. However, in India, the legal situation of online casino apps is not clear-cut, as it depends on…

Law ・ 14 October 2023

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Romania changes rules for online gambling operators

As previously announced (see Romania issues draft Emergency Ordinance that could significantly impact gambling industry (cms-lawnow.com), on 5 October 2023 the Romanian Government adopted Emergency Government Ordinance no. 82/2023 (" EGO no. 82/2023 "), amending Emergency Government Ordinance no. 79/2009 on the organisation and exploitation of…

Industry ・ 11 October 2023

iGaming Business

Romania increases online gambling licence fee to €500,000

On Thursday, the Romanian government approved an emergency ordinance that makes a raft of wide-reaching reforms to its gambling laws. These include increased licence costs, new advertising rules, a ban on alcohol in gaming venues and a requirement that gambling businesses have a fiscal headquarters in Romania. The ministry of finance proposed the…

Law ・ 06 October 2023

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It's high time we regulate online gaming, gambling and betting

As Bangladesh embraces the journey towards Smart Bangladesh to reap the benefits of technological advancements, it must also address the challenges that come with it. Two of the most notorious beneficiaries of technological revolution are online "gambling and gaming," reshaping how we engage with games of chance and with games of skill. In the name…

Law ・ 03 October 2023

Gambling News

Curaçao Initiates Its Updated Online Gambling License Application Process

Curaçao's Gaming Control Board (GCB) has taken a significant step in regulating the nation's online gambling by initiating the application process for operators seeking new online gambling licenses. This highly awaited measure will significantly benefit foreign regulators as Curaçao-based offshore operators previously thrived on offering illegal…

Law ・ 04 September 2023

Lexology

Romania expects significant changes to its gambling legislation

A recent draft legislative proposal initiated by the Romanian government is generating serious concerns due to the significant changes recommended by the proposal. The prospective changes are intended to address Romania's increasing budgetary deficit (currently at 2.33% of GDP, but expected to rise to 6.4% by year's end) and the need to combat tax…

Law ・ 29 August 2023

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City of Wichita cracking down on illegal slot machines

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) - There is an evidence section for Wichita police that has nearly 1000 llegal slots. More are likely on the way as the WPD continues to confiscate the machines. "For probably close to 10 years in Wichita, we have seen an increase in gambling, illegal gambling," said WPD Captain Travis Rakestraw. City Council member Jeff…

Law ・ 08 August 2023

World Casino News

Rochester To Potentially Get First Charitable Gaming Casino

It was recently reported that Greg Carlin, principal of New England Gaming and Consulting LLC, has submitted a proposal to the City of Rochester to open a charitable gaming casino at Lilac Mall, a shopping mall recently purchased by the aforementioned principal's company called GSG Rochester Propco LLC of Manchester. He also urged for a chance to…

Sports ・ 05 August 2023

Richmond Times

Richmond judge signs off on second casino vote

Richmonders will cast their votes a second time on whether the city will house a casino in Southside after the city received the go-ahead from a Richmond City Circuit Court Judge and the Virginia Lottery. The Richmond Office of Elections confirmed the signed petition in a tweet Tuesday afternoon, emphasizing its authority to hold the…

Law ・ 26 July 2023

Inquirer

Valenzuela bans Pogos, other forms of online gambling

MANILA, Philippines - Valenzuela City is the latest local government shutting its doors on Philippine offshore gaming operators (Pogos), whose contributions to the economy tend to be overshadowed by their increasing association with crime, particularly human trafficking involving Chinese nationals. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Mayor Wes…

Incidents ・ 05 July 2023

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A general introduction to gambling law in Romania

The Romanian primary gambling legislation (Government Emergency Ordinance No. 77/2009 on the organisation and operation of games of chance, as subsequently amended and supplemented (GEO 77/2009)) provides the following definitions for gambling products: Lottery - a game of chance that depends on the random outcome of events consisting of the…

Law ・ 06 June 2023

Yakima Herald Republic

It Happened Here: Legends Casino opened to the public 25 years ago

Twenty-five years ago Monday, what is now Legends Casino Hotel opened its doors to the public. Since then, it's proved to be a bet that has paid off well for the Yakama Nation, as a source of revenue and employment of tribal citizens and for various community groups that have benefited from its annual grant program. "Any business that starts out…

Land-based ・ 22 May 2023

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History: Gambling in Sheridan County’s Early Days

Gambling and gamblers were as much a part of the Old West as were cowboys. Professional gamblers frequented the saloons, the riverboats, and the trains, looking for honest or dishonest games, as long as there was a good chance of them winning. There were gamblers on the local passenger trains that ran through Sheridan, as seen in this story from…

Law ・ 30 April 2023

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ERGO Analysing Development Impacting Business: Tamil Nadu Bans Online Gambling

1.1 The Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill 2022 (Bill) received the assent of the Governor of Tamil Nadu, Mr R N Ravi, on 7 April 2023. Pursuant to the Madras High Court striking down the Tamil Nadu Gaming and Police Laws (Amendment) Act 20211, the Tamil Nadu government constituted a fivemember committee…

Law ・ 24 April 2023

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Cripple Creek Casino Sign Wars Flare Up!

Council Denies Historic Preservation Designation; Fears Lost of Landmark Status Rick Langenberg It was a case of Déjà vu in the Cripple Creek City Council Chambers last week in a hearing that drew comparisons to the early years of limited stakes gaming, when historic preservation decisions almost turned into near fist fights. In what some describe…

Land-based ・ 14 April 2023

Mint

Online gambling can earn you a jail term in Tamil Nadu, but what's next?

NEW DELHI: Tamil Nadu has banned online gambling, rekindling a campaign against gaming firms in India that has raged for over a year-and-a-half. The move came just three days after the Centre included gaming firms under its intermediary rules. Mint explains the controversy: What just happened in Tamil Nadu? After much back-and-forth (even within…

Law ・ 13 April 2023

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Tamil Nadu Anti-Gambling Law: Govt bans online gambling; Here's all you need to know

Tamil Nadu, India: On April 10, the Tamil Nadu Government notified the Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill, after Governor RN Ravi gave his assent, following which it was published in the Government Gazette. The legislation is set to come into force in Tamil Nadu following the notification. The legislation prohibits advertisements…

Law ・ 12 April 2023

rediff.com

Governor finally gives assent to TN bill banning online gambling

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi has given his assent to a bill banning online gambling which was adopted in March by the state assembly for a second time, official sources said on Monday. Just after the TN assembly adopted a resolution urging the Centre and President to fix a timeframe for state governors to approve bills adopted by the house, Raj…

Politics ・ 12 April 2023

Deccan Herald

Tamil Nadu bans online gambling and regulates online games

With Governor R N Ravi signing the re-enacted bill into law, the Tamil Nadu government has banned online gambling and regulated online games in the state by publishing the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill, 2022 in the gazette. The government notified the new law immediately after the Governor sent his…

Law ・ 12 April 2023

Mint

Tamil Nadu bans online gaming, imposes fine up to ₹10 lakh, 3-year jail term

Tamil Nadu has banned online gambling after state governor RN Ravi gave his assent to the Bill. With the Governor clearing the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill, a gazette notification would follow. Hours later, Chief Minister M K Stalin announced in the House that a good outcome of the resolution passed…

Industry ・ 12 April 2023

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Tamil Nadu Governor Gives Assent To Prohibition Of Online Gambling Bill

Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi has given assent to the state's Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill, Chief Minister MK Stalin informed the assembly on Tuesday. The assent came following prolonged criticism by the State over the time taken by Governor Ravi to approve bills passed by the legislature. Earlier, the assembly…

Politics ・ 11 April 2023

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tamil nadu: Tamil Nadu governor gives assent to bill banning online gambling

Governor RN Ravi on Monday approved a long-pending Bill to ban online gambling, which includes online rummy and poker with stakes in the State. The legislation, called the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill, also seeks to regulate online gaming including fantasy sports which may now need vetting by a…

Law ・ 11 April 2023

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TN Guv gives assent to Bill banning online gambling

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi has given his assent to a Bill banning online gambling which was adopted in March by the state Assembly for a second time, official sources said on Monday. Just after the TN Assembly adopted a resolution urging the Centre and President to fix a timeframe for State Governors to approve Bills adopted by the House, Raj…

Politics ・ 11 April 2023

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TN Governor Gives Assent To Bill Banning Online Gambling

Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi has given his assent to a Bill banning online gambling which was adopted in March by the state Assembly for a second time, official sources said on Monday. Just after the Assembly adopted a resolution urging the central government and President to fix a time frame for state governors to approve Bills adopted by the…

Politics ・ 11 April 2023

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online gambling prohibition: Tamil Nadu Guv RN Ravi gives ascent to Bill on Prohibition of Online Gambling

Governor RN Ravi on Monday gave ascent to'Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games' Bill. The Tamil Nadu Assembly had unanimously adopted the bill to ban online gambling again on March 23, weeks after state Governor R N Ravi returned it to the government for reconsideration. Piloting The Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online…

Law ・ 11 April 2023

The Indian Express

Tamil Nadu House passes Bill to ban online gambling

Two weeks after Governor R N Ravi returned the Bill banning online gambling and regulating online games to the government for its consideration, the Tamil Nadu Assembly passed the same legislation on Thursday. Chief Minister M K Stalin, who reintroduced the Bill, said that the state government has "the right to streamline, regulate, and protect"…

Law ・ 24 March 2023

Hindustan Times

TN assembly readopts bill against online gambling

The Tamil Nadu assembly on Thursday passed the bill to ban online gambling for the second time in six months and days after governor RN Ravi returned it, questioning the state assembly's competence to frame a law on the subject. The bill, titled Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill, 2022, was introduced in…

Law ・ 24 March 2023

rediff.com

Tamil Nadu assembly passes bill to ban online gambling again

The Tamil Nadu assembly on Thursday once again unanimously adopted the bill to ban online gambling, weeks after state Governor R N Ravi had returned it to the government for its reconsideration. Piloting the bill, Chief Minister M K Stalin said he was moving it with a'heavy heart' while referring to the loss of lives. Many persons had allegedly…

Law ・ 23 March 2023

The Federal

Bill to ban online gambling passed once again in TN Assembly

The Tamil Nadu Assembly on Thursday once again unanimously adopted the bill to ban online gambling, weeks after state Governor R N Ravi had returned it to the government for its reconsideration. Piloting the bill, Chief Minister M K Stalin said he was moving it with a "heavy heart" while referring to the loss of lives. Many persons had allegedly…

Law ・ 23 March 2023

The Print

Tamil Nadu assembly passes bill banning online gambling again, weeks after governor returned it

Chennai: The state legislature has unanimously re-adopted The Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Ordinance, 2022 which aims to ban online gambling. The bill adopted first on 19 October 2022 was returned to the government for reconsideration on 8 March by Governor R.N. Ravi, who sought additional information and…

Law ・ 23 March 2023

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Online gambling ban bill: Tamil Nadu assembly once again passes Bill to ban online gambling

The Tamil Nadu Assembly on Thursday once again unanimously adopted the Bill to ban online gambling, weeks after state governor R N Ravi had returned it to the government for its reconsideration. Piloting the Bill, chief minister M K Stalin said he was moving it with a "heavy heart" while referring to the loss of lives. Many people had allegedly…

Law ・ 23 March 2023

The Federal

TN assembly again passes bill to ban online gambling

The Tamil Nadu Assembly on Thursday for a second time unanimously adopted a Bill to ban online gambling, weeks after Governor R N Ravi returned it for reconsideration by the House. Referring to the loss of lives by those who lost money in online gambling, Chief Minister M K Stalin said he was moving the Bill with a "heavy heart". Many persons had…

Law ・ 23 March 2023

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TN: CM Stalin to present Online Gambling Prohibition Bill again in Legislative Assembly

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin will be presenting The Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill, 2022 again tomorrow in the Legislative Assembly. It is said that more than 40 people have lost their lives playing online rummy in the state owing to delay in the bill being passed. According to Patrika, the…

Law ・ 22 March 2023

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Tamil Nadu government to table fresh Bill against online gambling

A day after Governor R.N. Ravi returned the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill, adopted by the Assembly last year, a Cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin at the Secretariat on Thursday, decided to table a second Bill, reiterating the government's decision to impose the ban. Briefing…

Law ・ 10 March 2023

The Hindu

T.N. Law Minister hints at re-adoption of Bill against online gambling

A day after it emerged that Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi returned a Bill banning online gambling, State Law Minister S. Regupathy indicated the Government might readopt the Bill in the Legislative Assembly, just as it had done when the anti-NEET Bill was returned last year. If the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly adopted yet another Bill seeking to…

Law ・ 09 March 2023

The Daily Star

Online gambling and money transaction: A question of legality in the context of Bangladesh

Online gambling has become a major crux spanning from metro areas to distant rural areas, with multiple syndicates comprised of local and foreign individuals leeching off crores of taka from the country. Online gambling has become a major crux spanning from metro areas to distant rural areas, with multiple syndicates comprised of local and foreign…

Law ・ 12 February 2023

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E-Gaming Federation announces to challenge Tamil Nadu regulation to ban online gaming

E-gaming Federation will challenge a regulation issued by the Tamil Nadu government to ban online gaming as it categorizes rummy and poker as games of chance, the industry association said on Wednesday. E-gaming Federation (EGF), whose members include Games24x7, MPL and Junglee Games, cited a Supreme Court ruling that, according to the industry…

Industry ・ 02 February 2023

Shaw Local

Peru council talks potential gambling fees, limiting parlors

The Peru City Council discussed possible new gambling regulations at Tuesday night's meeting, including potential fees and licensing requirements. Corporate Counsel Scott Schweickert identified two main concerns the council discussed when the conversation began in May. First, the council expressed interest in increasing fees for video game licenses…

Law ・ 04 January 2023

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PMK founder insists Governor to give assent to law banning online gambling

S. Ramadoss, the founder of Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK), reaffirmed the need for the Tamil Nadu (TN) Governor to swiftly give his assent to the law banning online gambling. A recent highlights a youth named Arunkumar taking his life allegedly due to losing money in online gambling. He said, "A graduate youth named Arunkumar from Karumanginaru…

Politics ・ 29 December 2022

Inquirer

Pasig bans Pogos, online gambling firms

Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto has approved a local ordinance banning all online and offshore gaming operations in his jurisdiction, pointing out that gambling "undermines the social, moral and economic growth" of the city. City Ordinance No. 55, authored by Councilor Simon Tantoco, prohibits the issuance of permits to companies conducting e-games,…

Law ・ 29 December 2022

GMA Network

Pasig gov't orders closure of online gambling establishments

Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto is giving online gambling establishments in the city a year to shut down their operations based on newly signed Ordinance 55 Series of 2022. "Ordinance 55, s-22. Existing online gambling establishments in Pasig have 1 yr (2023) to wind up operations," Sotto said in a tweet with an attached copy of the ordinance. Sotto…

Poker ・ 27 December 2022

MediaNama

Tamil Nadu govt declined to provide info on online gambling law's report

Update on 26/12/2022: The Tamil Nadu government once again declined to disclose information on its gambling law's public consultations citing Section 8(i) of the Right to Information Act, 2005. "The Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2022 (..) is yet to come into effect and since the matter is still…

Law ・ 26 December 2022

The News Minute

TN man dies by suicide after suffering losses due to online gambling

Manimuthu, a manager at an electronics store, left a suicide note blaming online gambling. newsOnline Gambling DeathsSunday, December 11, 2022 - 17:17 A manager at an electronics store died by suicide near Vazhpadi in Salem district after losing money in online gambling. The manager Manimuthu took his own life at a temple in Veppilapatti. Vazhpadi…

Incidents ・ 26 December 2022

The Hindu

Fighting the menace of online gambling

Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi has chosen to remain silent on the fate of the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill even four weeks after the Ordinance on the same subject lapsed. There are several pieces of legislation awaiting the Governor's clearance, but the Bill in question is different from the rest. An…

Incidents ・ 26 December 2022

India Today

Online games based on chances: Tamil Nadu law minister defends ban

Tamil Nadu Gaming and Police Laws (Amendment) Act of 2021, bans playing of games like rummy and poker with stakes. (Representational Image/Reuters) By Akshaya Nath: Tamil Nadu law minister S Regupathy on Friday issued a clarification to the queries raised by Governor RN Ravi regarding the state's ban on online gambling and regulations of online…

Law ・ 21 December 2022

The Street

Las Vegas Strip Tries to Solve a Dangerous Problem

Hotel casinos and other businesses along the Las Vegas Strip are hoping to increase safety and reduce crime along the busy resort corridor to ease the minds of their guests, and Clark County believes it may have the solution for their concerns. The Strip has endured some high profile crimes in the last year including several shootings that have led…

Incidents ・ 20 December 2022

The Indian Express

Tamil Nadu ordinance on banning online gambling expires for want of Governor’s assent

The Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Ordinance expired on Sunday night for want of Governor's assent to the Bill approved by the Tamil Nadu Assembly last month. This has sparked a new conflict between the state government and Governor R N Ravi on a day the state reported another death by suicide at Tenkasi,…

Politics ・ 20 December 2022

World Casino News

Cayuga Nation opens another LakeSide Entertainment casino

Cayuga Nation, the operator of LakeSide Entertainment Casino in Union Springs has expanded its offer by opening a new Lakeside Entertainment location in Seneca Falls. Seneca Falls location: Clint Halftown, Cayuga Nation's federal representative, informed that the casino opened on Friday. It is located at the intersection of Route 89 and Garden…

Incidents ・ 18 December 2022

Brand Equity

Explained: Tamil Nadu's New Law On Ban Of 'Games Of Chance' And Gambling

The Tamil Nadu government has stated that although only internet gambling has been outlawed in the state, no comprehensive ban on online games has been proposed. They are now asking Governor R. N. Ravi to sign a bill that will outlaw online gambling and govern online games with in state. S. Raghupathy, the state's law minister, noted that no…

Law ・ 18 December 2022

The News Minute

TN online gambling ban: Governor holds meeting with E-gaming industry representatives

The meeting comes against the backdrop of the Bill seeking to ban online gambling and regulating online games waiting for assent from Governor RN Ravi. Even as the Tamil Nadu government awaits Governor RN Ravi to assent to the Bill banning online gambling and regulating online games, representatives of the E-Gaming Federation (EGF) met him at…

Industry ・ 17 December 2022

The Hindu

E-Gaming representatives meet Governor on Bill to ban online gambling

At a time when the State government and political parties have been urging Governor R.N. Ravi to grant his assent to a Bill to ban online gambling and regulate online games, it has emerged that representatives of the E-Gaming Federation met Mr. Ravi at the Raj Bhavan on December 5 to share their views on the proposed legislation. A source from the…

Law ・ 13 December 2022

The Hindu

Narayanasamy urges Puducherry government to promulgate ordinance banning online gambling

Former Chief Minister V. Narayanasamy on Monday urged the All India N.R. Congress-led National Democratic Alliance government in the Union Territory to promulgate an ordinance to ban online gambling. Addressing a press conference, he said online gambling was widely prevalent in Puducherry. There are reports of people getting financially trapped in…

Politics ・ 12 December 2022

News9 Live

Only online gambling banned, TN govt clarifies to Governor’s query

The Tamil Nadu government on Friday said no complete ban on online games has been proposed but only online gambling has been proscribed in the state and sought Governor R N Ravi's assent to the Bill to prohibit online gambling and regulate online games in the state. As per the doctrine of proportionality, no total ban has been proposed, state Law…

Law ・ 12 December 2022

afkgaming.com

Tamil Nadu’s Ordinance Banning Online Gambling Lapses

The Tamil Nadu Assembly passed an ordinance prohibiting online gambling and regulating online gaming earlier this year, following which the state's Governor R N Ravi gave his assent to the same on 1st October. The State Assembly then tabled the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gaming and Regulation of Online Games Bill to ban online gambling and…

Law ・ 06 December 2022

World Casino News

Greenwood's new casino in Pennsylvania delays opening to 2023

On Tuesday, November 29th, Pennsylvania-based Parx Casino Shippensburg, a subsidiary of Greenwood Gaming & Entertainment, reported that the casino will delay its originally planned November 2022 opening by several months, resulting in its grand opening in February 2023. The delay comes after unforseen construction delays and supply chain…

Sports ・ 06 December 2022

The Hindu

T.N. ordinance on online gambling may lapse on November 27, 2022

Time is running out for the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Ordinance, with Governor R. N. Ravi yet to give his assent to the related legislation, which was adopted by the Assembly last month. The ordinance will lapse on Sunday if the Governor does not give his assent to the Prohibition of Online Gambling…

Law ・ 05 December 2022

The Hindu

Date for implementation of ordinance on online gambling yet to be notified, T.N. govt. tells Madras HC

A batch of cases filed before the Madras High Court challenging the constitutional validity of the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Ordinance, 2022, was withdrawn on Wednesday after the State government told the court that the Ordinance has not come into force as yet. Acting Chief Justice T. Raja and Justice…

Law ・ 03 December 2022

The Indian Express

DMK government softens stand towards Governor, hopeful of nod for Bill on online gambling

Softening its stance towards Governor R N Ravi, the Tamil Nadu government on Saturday expressed hope that Ravi would quickly sign the Bill prohibiting online gambling and regulating online games. This comes after the DMK-led government had initially criticised Ravi over the delay in giving the Bill his assent. The Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online…

Politics ・ 03 December 2022

The News Minute

Tamil Nadu’s Strict Law against Online rummy sites in India

Rummy has an obfuscated status in India. While many people will admit to enjoying playing rummy with friends and families, the card game is often considered gambling when played for stakes. Rummy was accepted as a'game of skill' by the Supreme Court back in 1968, but the state of Tamil Nadu has now decidedly passed a law banning it. The term'game…

Law ・ 01 December 2022

The News Minute

Why online casinos, gambling, and betting are being banned in TN

The real-money gaming industry in India has been in the news over the past few months. The sector was brought into the limelight recently after the Tamil Nadu Cabinet, on September 26, approved an ordinance banning all forms of online skill games within the state. On October 8, the State Governor, RN Ravi, signed and approved the ordinance. On…

Law ・ 01 December 2022

India Today

Auto driver in Chennai dies by suicide after losing money in online gambling

An auto-rickshaw driver in Chennai died by suicide after accumulating debts due to online gambling. (Representative image) By Pramod Madhav: A 28-year-old auto-rickshaw driver died by suicide after incurring losses in online gambling. He had borrowed money recently and lost that as well. He took a grave decision due to the monetary problems. The…

Incidents ・ 01 December 2022

The News Minute

Is online gaming with real money legal or illegal in India?

The online gaming industry in India is a strange beast. On the one hand, it is one of the country's fastest-growing sectors; on the other hand, real money games involving money are banned in most Indian states. Despite the legal ambiguity surrounding the industry, a KPMG report predicted that online gaming would reach 29000 Crores in revenue by…

Law ・ 01 December 2022

ABP News Live

Online Gambling Ban: TN Law Minister S Regupathy Meets Governor RN Ravi, Urges Him To Give Assent For Bill

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Law Minister S. Regupathy met Governor RN Ravi at Raj Bhavan in Chennai on Thursday and discussed about the Bill to ban online gambling in the state. He also urged the Governor to soon give assent to the bill. On Thursday, Law Minister S. Regupathy addressing the reporters said, "A Bill has been brought to ban and regulate…

Politics ・ 01 December 2022

Deccan Herald

Governor’s delay in giving assent to ban online gambling has raised suspicion: DMK

Tamil Nadu's ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Wednesday fired yet another salvo against Governor R N Ravi, this time for "delaying" his assent to a bill banning online gambling in the state, saying his actions have raised "suspicion" among people. An editorial in Murasoli, DMK's official organ, tore into the Governor for "sitting on" The…

Politics ・ 30 November 2022

MediaNama

Restrict minors from online gambling: Petition in Madras HC

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has sought the Union's response in a petition seeking to restrict minors from playing on online gambling and sports betting websites, reported Times of India. The Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was brought by Tirunelveli activist S. Ayyaa and heard by a Division Bench comprising Justices R. Mahadevan and…

Law ・ 30 November 2022

deccanchronicle.com

Online gambling resumes in TN as ordinance lapses

Chennai: Leaders across the political spectrum accused Governor R N Ravi of causing a sudden spurt in online gambling after Sunday midnight when the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Ordinance lapsed after he did not give his consent for the legislation relating to it. Among those who criticized the Governor…

Law ・ 29 November 2022

New Indian Express

Expected Guv Ravi to give assent to Bill on online gambling by Sunday: S Reghupathy- The New Indian Express

CHENNAI/PUDUKOTTAI: The ordinance banning online gambling lapsed on Sunday, and all eyes are on Governor RN Ravi since the Bill on the matter is still pending with him. Asked about the government's next move, a top officer said: "We await the approval of the governor for the Bill." The ordinance was not notified by the Tamil Nadu government after…

Law ・ 29 November 2022

timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Online Gambling Row: Govt Decides To Wait For Assent

Chennai: As the ordinance on online gambling lapsed on Sunday, Tamil Nadu government has decided to wait for governor R N Ravi to give his assent to the bill to replace it that has been passed by the state assembly. Many political parties, however, slammed the governor for delaying assent as the state continues to report suicides over loss of money…

Law ・ 29 November 2022

Deccan Herald

Tamil Nadu parties criticise Governor for not giving his assent to bill on online gambling

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi on Monday came under severe criticism from political parties, including ruling DMK, for "delaying" his assent to the bill banning online gambling in the state, in the backdrop of a 22-year-old migrant labourer ending her life after losing over Rs 70000 by playing online games. The Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online…

Politics ・ 28 November 2022

Punjab News Express

PMK wants TN Guv's assent to bill banning online gambling bill

CHENNAI: The political arm of the powerful Vanniyar community, the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) has demanded that the Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi give assent to the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill. The bill passed by the state Legislative Assembly is pending approval from the governor. PMK state…

Politics ・ 28 November 2022

The Hindu

T.N. Minister defends Bill on online gambling

The Tamil Nadu government on Friday defended the Bill that the Assembly adopted to prohibit online gaming and gambling after Governor R.N. Ravi sought some clarifications. Addressing reporters at the Secretariat, Law Minister S. Regupathy said the Governor had raised questions over various provisions. The government received the Raj Bhavan…

Politics ・ 26 November 2022

The Hindu

T.N. Law Minister S. Regupathy defends Bill on online gambling as Governor raises questions over the legislation

The Tamil Nadu government on Friday defended the Bill that the Assembly adopted to prohibit online gaming and gambling after Governor R.N. Ravi sought some clarifications. Addressing reporters at the Secretariat, Law Minister S. Regupathy said the Governor had raised questions over various provisions. The government received the Raj Bhavan…

Politics ・ 25 November 2022

The Indian Express

Only online gambling banned, clarifies Tamil Nadu govt

The Tamil Nadu government on Friday said no complete ban on online games has been proposed but only online gambling has been proscribed in the state, and sought Governor R N Ravi's assent to the Bill to prohibit online gambling and regulate online games in the state. As per the doctrine of proportionality, no total ban has been proposed, state Law…

Politics ・ 25 November 2022

Devdiscourse

Only online gambling banned, clarifies TN govt

The Tamil Nadu government on Friday said no complete ban on online games has been proposed but only online gambling has been proscribed in the state, and sought Governor R N Ravi's assent to the Bill to prohibit online gambling and regulate online games in the state. As per the doctrine of proportionality, no total ban has been proposed, state Law…

Politics ・ 25 November 2022

mirchi9.com

Tamil Nadu to Shut Down Online Gambling

A landmark move by the Tamil Nadu government in India to shut down online gambling within the state is sparking fears of a massive uptick in illegal gambling operations in the state. An ordinance was agreed upon by the Tamil Nadu Cabinet last week, and pending the governor's approval, the new rule will roll out almost immediately. The new law comes…

Sports ・ 23 November 2022

The Press Of Atlantic City

Casino executives push for safer, more walkable Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY - The city must become a walkable resort like Las Vegas if it wants to stay competitive, two casino executives said at Friday's Clean and Safe Atlantic City meeting at City Hall. And that means dealing with a growing problem of homeless people sleeping on and under the Boardwalk, and in other areas in the Tourism District, they…

Travel ・ 19 November 2022

Punjab News Express

PMK hits out against TN govt not implementing online gambling ban

CHENNAI: The Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) has come out strongly against the Tamil Nadu government for not implementing the online gaming ban. In a statement, party state president Anbumani Ramadoss said that the Tamil Nadu government had passed an ordinance to ban online gaming but had not implemented it. The PMK leader said that the state…

Law ・ 18 November 2022

Brand Equity

online gambling ban: Will contest Tamil Nadu's online gambling ban in court: Gaming companies

The E-gaming Federation, a collective of online gaming operators, is set to take the Tamil Nadu Government to court on a law banning online gambling and proposing regulation for online gaming. An EGF statement said the state law - the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online gaming Act, 2022 - recognises rummy and poker as…

Law ・ 18 November 2022

The Quint

What Does India's Law Say About Online Gaming and Online Gambling?

On 16 November, the Madras High Court withdrew a batch of petitions challenging a Tamil Nadu state ordinance that bans online gaming and online gambling, after the state government said that the ordinance had not come into effect yet. Even as this happens, a central government-appointed task force has recommended a new nationwide legislation to…

Industry ・ 17 November 2022

CNBC TV 18

Madras Hc Dismisses Case Against Constitutional Validity Of Tamil Nadu'S Online Gambling Ban

A two-member bench of the Madras High Court dismissed a case against the Tamil Nadu Government's ordinance to ban online gambling, after stating that it would hear it only if and when it becomes a law. The petitioners subsequently withdrew the case against the ordinance. "Which court in this world hears a challenge to an ordinance that is yet to…

Law ・ 17 November 2022

BusinessMole

Advertising Laws For Foreign Gaming In Sweden

Over the years, the government of Sweden has introduced new regulations on the operations of online casinos in the country. This includes rules regarding online gambling sites licensed by Swedish authorities and foreign ones. While there have been discussions about banning such advertisements completely, it has yet to happen. In this article, read…

Law ・ 14 November 2022

The Hindu

HC to hear on Nov. 16 a plea challenging constitutional validity of Ordinance banning online gambling

The Madras High Court on Thursday adjourned to November 16 the hearing on a writ petition filed by Mumbai-based All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) challenging the constitutional validity of Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Ordinance, 2022. Acting Chief Justice T. Raja and Justice D. Bharatha Chakravarthy…

Law ・ 12 November 2022

ABP News Live

Tamil Nadu Assembly Passes Bill To Ban & Regulate Online Gambling Games

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Assembly passed a bill to ban and regulate online gambling games on Wednesday. Earlier, Tamil Nadu government passed a resolution to ban online games in the state. On Wednesday, Tamil Nadu Law Minister S Regupathy introduced a bill to Ban Online Gambling Games in Tamil Nadu assembly. The move of the state government comes after…

Games ・ 11 November 2022