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Tuesday, February 3, 2026
TopicAll-India Gaming Federation

Topic: All-India Gaming Federation

IT Ministry’s new draft rules propose ban on betting in online games, moots self-regulatory body

Draft rules released Monday also ban betting advertisements. Govt will now hold 'extensive consultations' with gamers, startups, investors & think tanks before rules are finalised.

Connect, compete, earn: How Covid lockdowns set Indian gaming industry on path to $2 bn by 2023

Online gaming grew 28% to reach approximately US$1.3 billion in India in 2021, compared to US$906 million in 2019. Industry is hopeful of growth in revenues as well as jobs.

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Floundering PM Internship Scheme has seen 44% drop out since 2024 launch. Budget deals drastic blow

Only 21 percent of interns complete programme as Centre slashes budget by over 50% after poor joining and high attrition.

CDS Gen Chauhan in Armenia, focus on deeper defence ties including new deals

Armenia has procured significant defence equipment from India, including artillery guns, multi-barrel rocket launchers, air defence system, sniper rifles, weapons locating radars, anti-drone weapons.

Swiss report should now close Op Sindoor debate. Knowing when to stop the fight is key too

The key to fighting a war successfully, or even launching it, is a clear objective. That’s an entirely political call. It isn’t emotional or purely military.