India’s Parliament has passed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, which bans all online games involving real-money play. The government said the measure was necessary to address risks of addiction, financial losses, and psychological harm. The new law also prohibits related

The Lok Sabha on August 20, 2025, passed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. The legislation bans all real-money online gaming, including those based on skill, chance, or a mix of both. At the same time, it formally recognizes and promotes esports, separating it from gambling-related activities. Key Provisions of the Bill […]

Australia has officially extended its social media restrictions to include YouTube, banning children under 16 from creating personal accounts on the platform starting December 10, 2025. The decision aligns YouTube with platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook, and X, which already face similar age limits in the country. Harmful Content and Algorithm Concerns

The Delhi government has approached the Supreme Court seeking a review of the ban on older petrol and diesel vehicles in the capital and surrounding NCR areas. The case is expected to be heard on Monday, July 28, by a bench led by Chief Justice B. R. Gavai. Appeal Against Blanket Ban The government’s petition […]

Pakistan has extended its ban on Indian aircraft using its airspace until August 24, 2025. The restriction, issued through a fresh NOTAM (Notice to Airmen), applies to both civilian and military aircraft registered in India, as well as leased planes operated by Indian airlines. This marks the second consecutive extension of Pakistan’s airspace restrictions since […]

The United Kingdom has officially lifted a five-year ban on Pakistani airlines, paving the way for resumption of direct flights between the two countries. The ban was originally imposed in 2020 after a plane crash in Karachi that killed 97 people, followed by revelations that nearly 30% of Pakistani commercial pilots were flying with dubious […]