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The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting had issued advisories refraining online betting platforms from advertising on any media during major sporting events

The research was conducted by IIT Professor Tapan Gandhi and his team to verify the dominance of skills in online games like poker and rummy

Nazara Technologies will also get exclusive rights to publish the games in the Indian subcontinent and the Middle East region on a revenue-sharing basis

Focusing on content-based platforms and deep tech, it will make investments in key areas like gaming and associated segments

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced that a 28 per cent GST on the full-face value of bets placed on online games will be implemented from October 1

In Q1FY24, its revenue grew by 14% YoY, reaching Rs 254.4 crores, while its Profit After Tax (PAT), rose by 31% YoY, amounting to Rs 20.9 crores

In its 50th meeting earlier this month, the Council headed by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman decided to levy the maximum 28 per cent tax on the full face value of bets in online gaming, casinos and horse racing

The development came after 100 online gaming companies and industry associates urged the centre to revise the 28 per cent GST rate

Online gaming players have expressed disappointment with the decision of the Goods and Services Tax Council to levy a 28 per cent tax on online games involving real money

It launched its first battle royale game Raider Six, a few days ago