India’s Online Gaming Act 2025 is set to overhaul the sector from May 1, with MeitY notifying the framework that creates the Online Gaming Authority of India. OGAI will classify games, enforce compliance, and can penalize or shut down platforms. Payments will face added scrutiny as banks and payment gateways must verify gaming registration certificates, while new user protections include age checks and responsible gaming safeguards.
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