India bans real-money gaming, recognises esports in new bill

India’s Lok Sabha, the lower house of Parliament, has passed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, introducing a nationwide framework for the sector that bans real-money gaming while formally recognising esports. The Bill prohibits online money games such as poker, rummy, fantasy sports, and betting apps, along with their advertisements and financial transactions. … Continue reading India bans real-money gaming, recognises esports in new bill