India’s Gaming Newsroom • 2025

India’s Gaming, Esports & Policy—In One Place

99Baazi News brings you in-depth coverage of India’s gaming ecosystem—esports, fantasy sports, casual & mobile gaming, real-money gaming, gambling regulation, taxation, startup funding, creator economy, and government policy updates.

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Transparent, independent reporting for gamers, founders, publishers, policymakers, and investors.

Real-time News & Analysis

Esports, fantasy gaming, casino & gambling regulation, tax policy (GST/TDS), and more—summarized for busy readers.

Made for India

Indian publishers, studios, tournaments, creators, and legal updates—tracked with context that matters here.

Policy & Compliance

Follow drafts, bills, advisories, court cases, and state-level notifications with primary source links.

About 99Baazi News

99Baazi News is an independent newsroom focused on India’s interactive entertainment landscape. We cover gaming industry news, esports tournament results, fantasy sports trends, real-money gaming (RMG), and gambling regulation with deep context. Our reporting bridges policy and product—tracking how laws, court judgments, and taxation shape the games people play.

Expect explainers for newcomers and practitioners alike: state-wise regulatory views, compliance checklists, business model breakdowns, monetization trends, ad-tech shifts, age-gating best practices, and consumer protection developments. If it impacts India’s gaming community—players, streamers, founders, or investors—you’ll find it here.

Beat Coverage: Esports • Fantasy Sports • RMG • Casino/Gambling • Mobile & PC/Console • Creators & Streaming
Business: Funding, M&A, partnerships, publishing deals, brand sponsorships, live-ops & UA
Policy: Central/state bills, rules, advisories, taxation (GST/TDS), consumer & KYC norms
Technology: Anti-cheat, netcode, payments/UPI, identity/KYC, data privacy, cloud & infra

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Esports

Prize Pools, Leagues & Team Moves

Follow Indian tournament calendars, publisher announcements, roster changes, LANs, and viewership milestones.

Fantasy Leagues, Rules & Consumer Safety

Track platform policies, responsible play guidelines, KYC updates, and match-day participation trends.

Legal Landscape, GST & Compliance

Stay on top of bills, notifications, taxation updates, and compliance advisories that impact operators and players.

Regulatory Tracker: Primary Sources

Central Government & Ministries

Courts & State-level Updates

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Online gaming policy Esports tournaments Fantasy sports regulation RMG • GST & TDS Gambling bills Funding & M&A

Explainers & Deep Dives

Fantasy Gaming vs. Real-Money Gaming vs. Gambling

India’s gaming vocabulary often blends terms. Fantasy gaming typically involves team selection and performance-based points; real-money gaming (RMG) includes games where users stake money and can win monetary rewards; gambling refers to wagering on outcomes, usually chance-led. Legal treatment can vary by state, by game category (skill vs. chance), and by evolving jurisprudence and policy.

Operators frequently implement age-gating, KYC, spending limits, and responsible gaming measures to align with consumer protection expectations. Always consult official sources and local regulations to verify status.

How Taxation Touches Gaming: GST, TDS & Winnings

Tax rules can influence pricing, rewards, and player behavior. Platforms may be subject to GST on supplies, while TDS could apply to certain winnings or payouts depending on transaction type and thresholds. For accurate, current rules, refer to official portals and professional advisors.

GST Portal – rates, circulars, FAQs
Income Tax – TDS guides, updates

Player Safety & Responsible Play

We track best practices: parental controls, self-exclusion, deposit limits, playtime reminders, and fair-play policies. Operators that publish transparent odds, protect data, and respond to grievances help build a healthier ecosystem.

For Founders: Compliance & Operations

Startup operators navigate payments (UPI, cards), KYC workflows, fraud monitoring, ad-policy changes, and state-wise legal views. Our coverage highlights go-to resources, court developments, and signals from regulators and industry bodies.

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FAQ

We’re India’s gaming newsroom—covering esports, fantasy, RMG, gambling regulation, and industry business. No promotions or play links here; we focus on information and primary sources.

No. We provide news and educational explainers. For formal advice, consult legal and tax professionals and check official portals listed in our Regulatory Tracker.

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