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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

SME Futures

- Madras high court upholds Tamil Nadu’s online gambling act, exempts games of skill

In a significant ruling on November 9, 2023, the Madras High Court maintained the validity of the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Act, 2022. However, the court clarified that the act's restrictive provisions would only be applicable to games of chance, exempting games of skill such as rummy and poker. This…

Law ・ 14 November 2023

The Nation Roar

From Rummy to Roulette: India's Love Affair with Online Gambling

India's tryst with gambling is age-old, spanning over various epochs, cultures, and realms. From the ancient texts narrating gambling sagas to the modern-day online gambling platforms offering myriad gaming choices, the country's fondness for gambling remains unwavering. The burgeoning popularity of online gambling in India mirrors the global…

Law ・ 27 September 2023

MediaNama

Online Games involving Stakes Affected by Gambling Ban: TN Govt

Online games are prohibited when played for stakes, argued Advocate General R. Shunmugasundaram while defending the Tamil Nadu government's online gambling ban before the Madras High Court yesterday. As reported by The New Indian Express, Shunmugasundaram added that the ban doesn't prevent companies from running online gaming platforms in the…

Law ・ 18 August 2023

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Madras HC questions why Tamil Nadu can't ban online gambling

Last week, a Madras High Court bench questioned why Tamil Nadu's competence to ban online gambling was being doubted, given that states have the constitutional jurisdiction to regulate'betting and gambling', reported Times of India. Chief Justice Sanjay Vijaykumar Gangapurwala and Justice P.D. Audikesavulu were hearing the online real money gaming…

Law ・ 24 July 2023

Hindustan Times

In online gaming scam, man loses Rs. 58 cr! Here is how you can stay safe-check tips

With the increasing numbers of smartphones and easy access to the internet, the trend of online gaming in India has witnessed a tremendous surge. From casual entertainment to real-life money-making opportunities, online games have captured the attention of millions. The country had a staggering 421 million online gamers last year, a clear…

Incidents ・ 23 July 2023

The Hindu

Online gambling Act is fully within the legislative competence of the State, Tamil Nadu govt. asserts before Madras High Court

The Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Act, 2022, is intra vires (within the legal powers) the legislative competence conferred on the State legislature by the Constitution and not ultra vires as contended by All India Gaming Federation and others, the State government has asserted before the Madras High…

Law ・ 03 July 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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Can The Gatekeepers For Online Gaming Help Curb Betting, Gambling?

The online gaming industry has seen a fair share of turmoil over the past few years, especially due to the absence of a nodal ministry and a national regulatory framework. The last week, in particular, saw several developments related to the sector that have players with a skin in the game keeping a close watch. The government issued regulations to…

Industry ・ 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

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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: 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

Devdiscourse

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

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

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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

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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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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

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Online Gaming Attracts 28% Gst, Government Tells Parliament

The Union Minitry of Finance on Tuesday said online gaming attracts 28 percent Goods and Services Tax (GST) and that there is no proposal under consideration to legalise it. "Actionable claims in the form of betting and gambling including those arising from online gaming attract 28 percent GST and the GST Act does not make the levy dependent on…

Industry ・ 28 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

Republic World

'Online betting & gambling subject to 28% GST, legalisation not on cards': Centre tells RS

The Union Ministry of Finance stated on December 20 that there is no intention to legalise online gambling and that it is subject to 28% Goods and Services Tax (GST). "Actionable claims in the form of betting and gambling including those arising from online gaming attract 28% GST and the GST Act does not make the levy dependent on whether it is a…

Incidents ・ 21 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

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online gaming ban: Ban promotion of online gambling, Karnataka BJP MLA implores Centre

Former Karnataka law & education minister S Suresh Kumar has written to Union Ministers Amit Shah and Nirmala Sitharaman urging them to ban the promotion of online games involving monetary bets through advertisements, text messages, mobile calls and other forms of marketing. In separate letters, he said he was aware of the court rulings allowing…

Law ・ 18 December 2022

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While Centre drafts a law, Tamil Nadu has banned real-money online games to curb gambling addiction

B Bhavani assured her father she would quit online card games - a promise she had made several times before as her family in southern India fretted about her mounting debts. A few hours later, the 29-year-old took her own life. Bhavani, who was married with two young children, had racked up losses that her husband estimated at more than Rs 1…

Law ・ 13 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

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"A need for regulation": As Indians take up online games, gambling fears grow

B Bhavani assured her father she would quit online card games - a promise she had made several times before as her family in southern India fretted about her mounting debts. A few hours later, the 29-year-old took her own life. Bhavani, who was married with two young children, had racked up losses that her husband estimated at more than a million…

Law ・ 13 December 2022

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TCS faces hiring bias lawsuit in US; BJP MLA asks Centre to ban online gambling ads

In 2018, a California district court ruled in favour of TCS in a lawsuit filed by three former employees who accused the IT services provider of discrimination in hiring. Now, the company faces a similar class-action lawsuit, filed by a disgruntled former employee who alleges that it has repeatedly favoured Indian and South Asian job-seekers in the…

Law ・ 13 December 2022

The Star

As Indians take up online games, gambling fears grow

CHENNAI, India: B. Bhavani assured her father she would quit online card games - a promise she had made several times before as her family in southern India fretted about her mounting debts. A few hours later, the 29-year-old took her own life. Bhavani, who was married with two young children, had racked up losses that her husband estimated at more…

Law ・ 09 December 2022

Firstpost

Online gaming platforms want their users to believe that their products are a game of skill. Are they really?- Technology News, Firstpost

This article is a part of a larger series on Online Gaming in India. The previous article deals with what exactly is the difference between a game of skill and a game of luck. Click here to read the article. Online games like rummy, poker and fantasy leagues have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially because of the pandemic, with…

Industry ・ 08 December 2022

APN

Western Casino Games Are More Popular Than Indian Games

Traditional Indian table games remain at the forefront of specific player volumes, rankings, online visibility, and revenues based on filtering and selection. This is true primarily for mobile applications and multiple tech-enabled physical gaming meetings, like among friends or family, and with or without money through peer gaming platforms or a…

Games ・ 06 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

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

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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

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

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Bill Banning Online Gambling Legally Sound, Says Tn Govt

Chennai: A day after governor R N Ravi raised queries about the bill on online games and gambling, the state government clarified that the bill was legally sound, well within the framework of the Constitution and the state was competent to enact the legislation. The bill has made distinction between games of chance and skill, and prohibits only…

Law ・ 26 November 2022

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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

Hindustan Times

Tamil Nadu ordinance banning online gambling challenged

An ordinance promulgated by the Tamil Nadu government recently, banning online gambling, has been challenged in the Madras High Court. The first bench of Acting Chief Justice T Raja and Justice D Bharatha Chakravarthy, before which the PIL petition from All India Gaming Federation, by its general secretary Sunil Krishnamurthy on Thursday came up,…

Rummy Games ・ 11 November 2022

Devdiscourse

TN ordinance banning online gambling challenged

An ordinance promulgated by the Tamil Nadu government recently, banning online gambling, has been challenged in the Madras High Court. The first bench of Acting Chief Justice T Raja and Justice D Bharatha Chakravarthy, before which the PIL petition from All India Gaming Federation, by its general secretary Sunil Krishnamurthy on Thursday came up,…

Rummy Games ・ 10 November 2022

Lexology

Tamil Nadu Online Gaming Regulation Ordinance

We bring you the latest chapter in the ongoing struggle around regulating online gaming and'Real Money Gaming' in India. In 2021, you will remember, the state of Tamil Nadu (" TN ") had passed a law prohibiting all forms of online gaming, including games of skill. This ban was struck down by the Tamil Nadu state high court (" HC "). While the HC…

Law ・ 08 November 2022

Hindustan Times

TN governor approves ordinance banning online gambling in state

Tamil Nadu governor RN Ravi on Friday gave his assent to an ordinance to ban online gambling and regulate online gaming in the state. Following his assent, the Tamil Nadu prohibition of online gambling and regulation of online games ordinance, 2022 came into effect. The prohibitions include online gambling, playing online games of chance (namely…

Politics ・ 02 November 2022

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Tamil Nadu govt promulgates Ordinance prohibiting online gambling, games

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government promulgated an ordinance to prohibit online gambling and regulate online games in the State and said an online gaming authority will be established to exercise powers conferred by this Ordinance. A gazette notification issued by the government on October 3 and the Ordinance promulgated by Governor R N Ravi on…

Gaming Authorities ・ 31 October 2022

The Hindu BusinessLine

Online Games: How to protect people without harming the industry

Why are some state governments banning online games? The state governments, especially in the South, in their intent to protect consumers from falling into a debt trap, banned the entire bouquet of online games, including games of skill and all online games in the ambit of betting and gambling. In 2017, Telangana promulgated a ban on online…

Industry ・ 26 October 2022

Trak.in

This Indian State Bans Online Gambling Games; Passes Bill To Regulate & Ban All Online Games

Tamil Nadu Assembly passed a bill which will ban and regulate online gambling games. The Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Act, 2022 was tabled in the state Assembly on Wednesday. It will come into force on the date notified by the government. The move comes amidst widespread addiction to online games and…

Games ・ 26 October 2022

The Hindu

Tamil Nadu bans online ‘games of chance’ and gambling

Online gambling and online games of chance have been banned in Tamil Nadu. At the same time, the other online games will be regulated. The ban covers rummy and poker, according to an ordinance promulgated by Governor R.N. Ravi on October 1, a copy of which was made available to this newspaper on Friday. A top government official said the date of…

Gaming Authorities ・ 26 October 2022

Gambling News

Tamil Nadu Banned Online Gambling, EGF to Challenge Law

India's tenth-largest state, Tamil Nadu, introduced a law banning online gambling this week, following advice from a committee headed by a retired High Court Justice but the bill will likely be challenged by the E-gaming Federation (EGF). The Tamil Nadu Assembly passed a bill on Wednesday to ban online gambling in the state and replace an Ordinance…

Law ・ 22 October 2022

Brand Equity

online gambling: RUE-LETTE: The human cost of online gambling

Siphoning off money from employers, faking their own kidnapping for ransom, robbery and even taking their own lives, online gamblers can be pushed to desperate lengths. While gambling for money has been a "timepass" for decades in India - inside homes or even outdoors on open lawns and street corners where men gather to pay teen patti and rummy…

Law ・ 22 October 2022

Ummid

Is it legal to Gamble Online in India? Take a look at Regulations

New Delhi: India's online gaming industry has seen huge growth in the last few years. But is it legal to gamble online in the county? IANS take a look at how the gaming market is regulated and has evolved in the country. For the records, there are only three states where iGaming is regulated in India. These are the states of Goa, Daman, and Sikkim.…

Law ・ 21 October 2022

Financial Express

Tamil Nadu government promulgates Ordinance prohibiting online gambling, games

The Tamil Nadu government promulgated an ordinance to prohibit online gambling and regulate online games in the State and said an online gaming authority will be established to exercise powers conferred by this Ordinance. A gazette notification issued by the government on October 3 and the Ordinance promulgated by Governor R N Ravi on October 1,…

Gaming Authorities ・ 21 October 2022

New Indian Express

Bill against online gambling passed by TN Assembly; federation decides to move court- The New Indian Express

CHENNAI: The State Assembly on Wednesday passed the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gaming and Regulation of Online Games Act, 2022. The Bill, introduced by Law Minister S Raghupathi, was passed after the Governor promulgated an ordinance to ban gambling and regulate online games on October 1. Immediately after the Bill was passed, the E-Gaming…

Law ・ 20 October 2022

Yogonet

India: Tamil Nadu passes bill to ban online gambling and regulate online gaming

India's state of Tamil Nadu has passed a bill to ban online games of chance or gambling. The bill was introduced byTamil Nadu Law Minister Sevugan Regupathy in the state assembly on Wednesday. As per local media reports, the bill has been introduced for banning online gambling platforms, including rummy and poker. The state is set to announce in…

Law ・ 19 October 2022

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Online Gambling Games Ban: Tamil Nadu Assembly Passes Bill To Ban Online Gambling Platforms, Including Rummy and Poker

Agency News ANI |Oct 19, 2022 05:02 PM IST Chennai, October 19: Tamil Nadu Law Minister S Regupathy on Wednesday introduced a bill in the state assembly to ban online gambling games. As per the reports, the Bill has been introduced for banning online gambling platforms including Rummy and Poker. The Tamil Nadu government in March had stated that…

Games ・ 19 October 2022

Deccan Herald

Tamil Nadu Assembly passes Bill banning online gambling

The Tamil Nadu Assembly, on Wednesday, passed a Bill to ban online gambling and regulate online games in the state, based on recommendations by a committee headed by Justice (retired) K Chandru. The Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill, 2022, replaces an ordinance approved by the state cabinet on September…

Rummy Games ・ 19 October 2022

The Print

Tamil Nadu Assembly passes bill to ban online gambling games

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 19 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Law Minister S Regupathy on Wednesday introduced a bill in the state assembly to ban online gambling games. As per the reports, the Bill has been introduced for banning online gambling platforms including Rummy and Poker. The Tamil Nadu government in March had stated that they were…

Games ・ 19 October 2022

Deccan Herald

Tamil Nadu Moves Towards Banning Online Games of Chance and Gambling

The state of Tamil Nadu has now banned online games of chance or gambling. Other online games will also be regulated. The ordinance was signed by Governor RN Ravi on October 1st and when the ban will take effect will be announced in the coming days. Online gaming has been gaining so much following not only in Tamil Nadu but the whole of India.…

Rummy Games ・ 19 October 2022

TechCircle

Online gaming industry prepares court challenge against TN gambling ordinance

The online gaming industry is planning to challenge the Tamil Nadu ordinance that seeks to ban online gambling and regulate online gaming in the state. The ordinance was passed by the state government on Monday, October 3. Stakeholders and lawyers with knowledge of developments said that the ordinance "goes against many years of established court…

Industry ・ 11 October 2022

Money Control

Tamil Nadu gambling law: Online rummy, poker firms block users from playing real money games

October 10, 2022 / 04:52 PM IST Online rummy and poker platforms such as Adda52, RummyCircle, Junglee Rummy, and PokerBaazi have started blocking access to people in Tamil Nadu after the state governor approved an ordinance on October 10 to ban online gambling. Puneet Singh, co-founder and COO of Baazi Games, which runs the online poker platform…

Rummy Games ・ 10 October 2022

The Hindu

‘Promulgation of ordinance to ban online gambling will come as a relief to families of compulsive players’

The promulgation of an ordinance to ban online gambling in the State will come as a relief to families of compulsive players caught in the throes of this addictive pastime, say social and mental health workers in the city. The ordinance "prohibiting online gambling" was approved by Tamil Nadu's Council of Ministers on September 26, and was mooted…

Mobile ・ 07 October 2022

Swarajya

Tamil Nadu Cabinet Approves Ordinance To Ban Online Gambling

The Tamil Nadu Cabinet on Monday approved an ordinance to ban online games with stakes in the state. The ordinance will be put into effect after the approval of the governor, a government statement said. This move comes at a time when the Tamil Nadu government has filed a petition challenging the Madras High Court's judgement that had struck down a…

Law ・ 27 September 2022

Outlook

Tamil Nadu Approves Ordinance To Ban Online Gambling In The State

The Tamil Nadu Cabinet on Monday approved an ordinance to ban online games with stakes in the state. The ordinance will be put into effect after the approval of the governor, a government statement said. This move comes at a time when the Tamil Nadu government has filed a petition challenging the Madras High Court's judgement that had struck down a…

Law ・ 26 September 2022

Mint

Tamil Nadu Cabinet approves ordinance to ban online gambling in state. Read here

The Tamil Nadu Cabinet on Monday approved an ordinance to ban online gaming int he state. On getting the Tamil Nadu governor's approval the ordinance would be promulgated in the state. The development comes after the Supreme Court of India had issued notice on 10 September on a petition filed by the Tamil Nadu government challenging the Madras High…

Law ・ 26 September 2022

Deccan Herald

What Is The Legal Status Of Playing Online Rummy In India?

A number of card games like Ghulam Chor, BlackJack, Rummy and Poker have always been an intrinsic part of Indian culture and are still played with great gusto during family get-togethers and festivals. In fact, festivals like Diwali and Janmashtami call for special game nights among friends and family. Rummy has snuck a sweet spot in the hearts of…

Rummy Games ・ 26 August 2022

New Indian Express

TN may ban some online games, regulate others- The New Indian Express

CHENNAI: The State government may not go for a total ban on online gaming but it may be one of the few to come up with regulations to regulate the industry. Reliable sources revealed that there were different types of online games and some need to be banned, while others regulated. It is learnt that the recommendations of the committee headed by…

Law ・ 29 June 2022

MarketBeat

Flutter Entertainment plc (OTCMKTS:PDYPY) Receives Consensus Rating of "Buy" from Brokerages

OTCMKTS:PDYPY - Get Rating) have been assigned an average rating of "Buy" from the fifteen research firms that are covering the firm, MarketBeat Ratings reports. Eleven equities research analysts have rated the stock with a buy recommendation. The average 12-month target price among analysts that have updated their coverage on the stock in the last…

Sports ・ 29 June 2022

Mint

Highest tax slab on online gaming may stunt growth

NEW DELHI: The government's plan to levy the highest goods and services tax (GST) slab on online gaming has the industry worrying about future growth plans. Industry experts and executives said that it could stunt the growth of online gaming firms and force fantasy sports firms to reduce the prize pools they offer, which could drive their big users…

Finance ・ 27 June 2022

The Indian Express

We need to formulate a structured gaming law that allows players to enjoy the thrills of online gaming responsibly, safely, transparently and securely

Online gaming has swiftly emerged as the most engaging form of entertainment in India owing to younger demographics, increased internet penetration, and affordable smartphones. Evolving technologies resulting in immersive experiences have led more people to adopt this new form of entertainment instead of the passive ones. The popularity of online…

Law ・ 25 June 2022

Mint

Online Gaming, Casino, Horse Racing To Soon Attract 28% Gst

18 May seems to be a D-Day for the online gaming sector as the Group of Ministers (GoM) has unanimously decided to impose 28% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on casino, race course and online gaming services. All kinds of online gaming will attract a GST of 28%, according to a CNBC-TV18 report. The structure on which GST will be levied has also been…

Industry ・ 18 May 2022

The Free Press Journal

Online gaming industry pitches for retaining 18% GST

At present, services of casinos, horse racing, and online gaming attract 18 percent GST./Representative image | The online skill-based gaming industry has made a case for retaining the service under the 18 percent GST slab instead of putting it into the highest 28 percent tax rate category, saying the move will badly hit the $2.2-billion…

Industry ・ 11 May 2022

CNBC TV 18

Online Gaming Industry Urges Government To Retain 18% Gst

The online skill-based gaming industry has made a case for retaining the service under the 18 percent GST slab instead of the 28 percent tax rate category, saying the move will badly hit the $2.2-billion sector. The increase in taxation would not only have a catastrophic impact on the industry, but also encourage offshore operators who would…

Industry ・ 11 May 2022

Devdiscourse

Online gaming industry pitches for retaining 18 pc GST

The online skill-based gaming industry has made a case for retaining the service under the 18 percent GST slab instead of putting it into the highest 28 percent tax rate category, saying the move will badly hit the USD 2.2-billion sector. The increase in taxation would not only have a catastrophic impact on the industry but also encourage offshore…

Industry ・ 11 May 2022

East Mojo

Play Teen Patti real cash Game online in India

Card games are incredibly popular across India. Rummy and poker have long been go-to games to play online, but now, teen patti (otherwise known as तीन पत्ती, flash, flush, teen pathi, or 3 patti) has shifted into the limelight. This classic, straightforward, action-packed game of cards from the Subcontinent is now available as a real teen patti…

Gaming Authorities ・ 28 April 2022

Punjab News Express

A new wave of laws and restrictions threaten online gaming in India. What does it mean for Punjab?

The legal situation of casinos in India is far from homogeneous. Although in Daman, Goa and Sikkim, the industry has clear laws, the reality is that it does not in the rest of the country. The issue gets even more complicated regarding online gaming, a very well developed topic in the article from thenewsminute, "Legal Landscape of Indian Online…

Industry ・ 28 February 2022

The Hindu

Banning online gambling easier said than done?

Karnataka will join its southern neighbours in bringing in a legislation to ban online betting and gambling in the upcoming Legislature session starting on Monday. While the law will provide stringent punishment for those flouting the ban if they are caught, enforcing such a ban and monitoring the Internet is easier said than done, senior police…

Law ・ 16 February 2022

Gambling Insider

Indian state to ban online gambling

Indian state Tamil Nadu will soon ban online gambling, Chief Minister Muthuvel Karunanidhi Stalin has announced in the State Assembly. According to Stalin, the previous government had enacted a law to ban online gaming in the state. The ordinance was promulgated on the background of suicides by gamers who allegedly lost important amounts of money…

Law ・ 06 January 2022

Techstory

Up to $50M capital raise to grow Delta Corp online gaming division

Delta Corp., the largest and only listed company in India engaged in casino gaming, wants to "pump up the numbers" for its growing online gaming business. Hardik Dhebar, chief financial officer of Delta Corp., confirmed in an interview with CNBC TV18 that the company is looking to raise up to $50 million to grow Delta's online gaming division,…

Industry ・ 29 November 2021

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Everything You Need To Know About Karnataka's Ban On Online Gaming

The online gaming industry has the potential to generate $2 Bn in revenues by 2023 and is currently valued at $1 Bn+ Despite the boom, Indian states are undecided on the legalisation of online gaming due to the indecisiveness of what comprises a game of skill or a game of chance While the governments of Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Odisha and…

Strategy Guide ・ 03 November 2021

The Indian Express

Karnataka gambling law: ambit, HC challenge

On September 21, the Karnataka legislature passed a legislation to amend the Karnataka Police Act, 1963, making all forms of gambling, including online, a cognisable and non-bailable offence. The Karnataka Police (Amendment) Act, 2021 was notified and came into force on October 5 It was passed in Karnataka despite similar laws introduced in Tamil…

Law ・ 29 October 2021

TaxScan

GST on online Gaming: Are you game?

With virtual reality ruling all aspects of our lives, gaming is no exception. Owing to the pandemic, not only adults, playground for kids has also shifted on the screens. The online gaming industry in India has seen exponential growth in terms of both, revenue and usage. It is anticipated that the online gaming industry would grow at a compounded…

Industry ・ 04 September 2021

The Free Press Journal

Regulations affecting gambling industry's growth in India: All you need to know

The overall gaming industry in India is expected to grow exponentially in the upcoming years. The gambling sector also plays a major role in the expansion of the overall gaming industry in the country. When we take a look at the factors that will affect the growth of this sector, we will notice that changes in the regulations are also a major…

Industry ・ 03 September 2021

Money Control

Nazara Technologies Eyes Bigger Pie Of Online Skill Games With OpenPlay Acquisition

Industry ・ 31 August 2021

Indian Sports News

Tamil Nadu ‘excessive’ online gambling law struck down-what does it mean for India’s gaming industry?

The Tamil Nadu government's recently enacted law that bans online betting games like rummy and poker has been declared as invalid. A few weeks ago, the Madras High Court struck down the Tamil Nadu Gaming and Police Laws (Amendment) Act, 2021, on grounds that it does not follow the national Public Gaming Act, 1867. The first bench of Chief Justice…

Law ・ 25 August 2021

Inside Sport

Madras HC Repeals Recent TN Act Banning Online Games for Money

Madras HC Repeals Recent TN Act Banning Online Games for Money - Judges in Chennai declared the law invalid as it was against a previous Constitutional ruling. Online gaming companies had challenged the bill prohibiting some of the nation's favourite games, as confirmed by a recent study into the profile of the average desi player. Media reports in…

Law ・ 25 August 2021

Technosports

EvenBet Gaming enters Indian market with new skill game ‘Call Break’

Thursday, 19 August, 2021 India: Leading online gaming software developer EvenBet Gaming has added the in-demand card game'Call Break' to its platform's extensive library of titles. The game was recently launched by such popular platforms as MPL and Faboom which is owned by Adda 52, a subsidiary of Delta Corp. This marks the 35 card game adapted by…

Mobile ・ 19 August 2021

MediaNama

RTI: Union government considering "uniform approach" to online gambling regulation

The IT Minister's statement was in response to a letter written by the Andhra Pradesh CM requesting the government to ban online gambling sites due to concerns of addiction and suicide. You're reading it here first: The union government is considering a "uniform approach" to regulating online gambling and real money gaming, according to a letter by…

Law ・ 19 August 2021

European Gaming

India: Madras High Court Strikes Down Online Gambling Ban

A ban over online games of skill such as rummy and poker in the state of Tamil Nadu has been struck down by the Madras High Court, which ruled it was excessive and disproportionate to the object it sought to achieve. The court has asked the state government to present a new legislation to regulate online games. A petition to strike down the ban was…

Law ・ 06 August 2021

ABP News Live

Tamil Nadu: Madras HC Quashes Law Enacted By AIADMK Of Banning Online Gambling Games

Chennai: The Madras High Court on Tuesday struck down the law that was enacted by the AIADMK government, banning online games such as rummy and poker that were played with stakes in the state. The ordinance to ban online betting games was promulgated by Governor Banwarilal Purohit in November 2020 and the amendment bill, Tamil Nadu Gaming and…

Games ・ 03 August 2021

European Gaming

EvenBet Gaming strengthens offering with new card game Call Break

Leading online gaming software developer EvenBet Gaming has added the in-demand card game Call Break to its poker platform's extensive library of titles. The skill-based strategy card game has seen a huge uptick in popularity across South Asia, particularly in India and Nepal. With relatively few vendors offering Call Break, EvenBet's new version…

Mobile ・ 14 July 2021

Lexology

Legal Turmoil Revolving Around Gambling and Betting Websites

The legality of making a bet and gambling has been a topic of vast debate over the course of many years. Although in India gambling of playing cards and rolling of dice has been in lifestyles considering that time immemorial, yet, one frequently comes throughout the debates on playing on both legal and moral While one segment seeks to legalize…

Gambling Sites ・ 12 July 2021

MediaNama

Plea in Kerala HC seeks ban on online gambling, particularly rummy

There is a fresh plea, this time in the Kerala High Court, asking for online gambling and wagering platforms - or real-money gaming platforms depending on what state you are in - be regulated and monitored. Filed by one Pauly Vadakkan, a film director, the petition pleaded the Kerala HC to declare online betting and gambling, particularly online…

Rummy Games ・ 09 February 2021

United News Of India

Online Gambling in Tamil Nadu to Cost Two Years Imprisonment, Fine Up to Rs 10,000

Chennai: Online games like rummy and poker involving betting shall invite imprisonment up to two years or fine not exceeding Rs 10000 or both, according to an amendment Bill introduced in the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Thursday, seeking to replace an ordinance banning cyberspace gambling. CBSE Board Exam 2021: Tamil Nadu Students Worried About Clash of…

Rummy Games ・ 05 February 2021