Centre Blocks 300 Illegal Betting Platforms

By BPN News Desk March 20, 2026

Government Policies National

The Centre has blocked 300 illegal gambling and betting websites and mobile applications in its latest enforcement action against unlawful online gaming activity. The crackdown covers multiple types of platforms, including sports betting sites, online casino services and betting exchanges

Law & Order National

SC Pushes Online Gaming Law Challenge to January

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

The Supreme Court has said that the petitions challenging the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act (PROGA), 2025 will be heard by a three-judge Bench, postponing the matter to January 21, 2026. The court noted that questions involving the constitutional validity of a central law must be examined by a larger Bench. Industry Seeks […]

Business Finance

August UPI Hits Record 20B Transactions Despite Gaming Ban

By BPN News Desk September 6, 2025

UPI crossed a new milestone in August 2025 by processing 20.01 billion transactions in a single month. This marked the first time UPI volume went past the 20 billion mark. The total transaction value was ₹24.85 lakh crore, slightly lower than July’s ₹25.08 lakh crore. On average, UPI handled 645 million transactions a day, amounting […]

Law & Order National

India’s Top Gaming Apps Halt Real-Money Games

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2025

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 advertisements and restricts payment services tied to wagering platforms.

Law & Order National

Lok Sabha Bans Real-Money Gaming, Boosts Esports

By BPN News Desk August 20, 2025

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 […]