Online Gaming Bill 2025 passed in Lok Sabha with real-money gaming ban, esports boost

The Times of India reports that India's Lok Sabha has passed the Online Gaming Bill 2025, introducing a ban on real-money gaming whilst providing support for esports development. The legislation marks a significant regulatory shift for India's gaming sector, distinguishing between skill-based esports and gambling-oriented real-money games. This policy move is expected to reshape the competitive landscape for gaming studios and esports organisations operating in the country.

Reported by The Times of India. This is a wire brief — read the full story here.