Tamil Nadu: New online gambling law imposes heavy fines, imprisonment

The Tamil Nadu government officially notified the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill on Monday, after it received assent from the state governor, RN Ravi. Continue reading “Tamil Nadu: New online gambling law imposes heavy fines, imprisonment”

Tamil Nadu cabinet approves ordinance to ban online games with stakes

An ordinance outlawing online gaming sports betting was adopted by the Tamil Nadu cabinet on Monday and will be put into effect after receiving Governor R.N. Ravi’s approval, according to a government statement. The state’s ban on stakes-based online games like Rummy and Poker was overturned by the Madras High Court, and the Tamil Nadu government subsequently lodged an appeal with the Supreme Court. Continue reading “Tamil Nadu cabinet approves ordinance to ban online games with stakes”