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Online Gaming Bill 2025: Real-Money Games Banned, E-sports Recognised — Full Breakdown, Penalties & What’s Next

Aug 20, 2025 | Online Gaming & Betting Regulation

The Lok Sabha has passed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. It bans real-money online games and related ads/payments, recognises e-sports and social/educational games, creates a central Authority, and introduces strict penalties, search and blocking powers. Here’s what it means for users, companies and the legal landscape.