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Need clarity in definitions, wider governance in online gaming rules: UKIBC

The council has urged govt to legalise and regulate gaming market across India, particularly sports betting, in line with Law Commission's 2018 recommendations

Govt to hold separate consultation next month on PIB fact-check rules

MeitY last week released a modification to the draft Infor­mation Technology Rules, 2021

Draft IT rule changes will impact press: Indian Newspaper Society

The concerns in particular pertain to Clause 3(1)(b)(v)

Draft IT rule amendments to impact press in India: Indian Newspaper Society

INS has asked the ministry to drop the proposed amendment

Put online gaming policy on hold: Law commission to MeitY officials

Ministry unlikely to shelve draft rules, asks commission to submit inputs

New data protection law to straddle individual rights, innovation: Vaishnaw

Indigenously developed 5G, 4G telecom technology stack will be rolled out in the country this year

Online platforms to remove fake content flagged by govt: New IT draft rules

This includes information found to be false by fact-checking unit at Press Information Bureau

Gaming firms seek distinction between 'video games' and 'real money games'

In the ministry's recent draft notification, 'video games' and 'online games played for stakes' are combined under one definition

MeitY calls another consultation on online gaming policy on Tuesday

The ministry earlier this month released draft amendments to the IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, in relation to online gaming

Esports players seek clear definition of online games during consultations

The ministry earlier this month released draft rules for online gaming for public consultation

Self-regulating body to work at arm's length from gaming industry: IT min

Rajeev Chandrasekhar added that many of the burning issues around online user harm, safety and trust, safeguarding children from addictive intermediaries or platforms will be addressed

Personal data: All you need to know about data localisation rules in India

Data localisation is storing the data, critical and non-critical, within the boundaries of a country

On industry demand, ASCI extends 'Dark Patterns' paper feedback deadline

According to data analysed by ASCI, 29 per cent of ads in 2021-22 were misleading

IT ministry looking to regulate online gaming for children: Report

The new regulations may make it necessary for gaming companies to install mechanisms to prevent in-game purchases by anyone below 18 years of age

Centre may boost PLI outlay to attract iPad, MacBook production: Report

The proposal to enhance the outlay has already been sent by the IT ministry to finance and other ministries

Govt to launch Digital India Innovation Fund for startups: IT ministry

The government will launch a Digital India Innovation Fund that will support deeptech startups, Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar said on Friday. The minister made these comments during his address to over 1,000 college students as part of the 'New India for Young India: Techade of Opportunities program' at the Catholic Bishop House Campus, Thamarassery, Kerala, an official statement said. Chandrasekhar said the government will launch a Digital India Innovation Fund that will support deeptech startups. The minister mentioned that PM's vision of New India is one with ample opportunities for every Indian to participate in the development process, with hardwork and skills as the only determinants of success.

Centre committed to working with all communities: MoS Chandrasekhar

Every Indian must have equal opportunities to prosper irrespective of community, caste, place or religion and the Centre was committed to working with all communities for the future of the country, said Union Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar here on Friday. Chandrasekhar said Christians contributed to the growth and development of Kerala and were a stakeholder in 'Amrit Kaal' - the journey towards a developed nation by 2047, according to an official release. The Minister was speaking at the inauguration of the Malabar Yuvajana Sangamam in Kozhikode district of the State, the release said. He tweeted about his interaction with leaders of the Christian community during the day. "Had lunch with Bp.Mar Remigiose Inchananiyil, Bp.Mar Varghese Chakkalakal and members of Kerala Catholic Youth Movement #KCYM. "Grateful to Sister Celesti from the Missionary sisters of Mary Immaculate and her team for the delicious lunch," he tweeted. At the

IT minister launches 'Stay Safe Online' campaign to tackle cybercrime

As part of India's G20 presidency, Electronics & Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday launched the "Stay Safe Online" campaign and the "G20 Digital Innovation Alliance" (G20-DIA).

IT ministry appointed as nodal ministry for online gaming in India

The Department of Sports under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has been notified as the nodal agency for e-sports

Centre appoints MeitY as the nodal ministry for gaming, to set rules soon

The industry came under scrutiny after the proliferation of games like cards, casinos, and fantasy sports among young people led to addiction and financial losses, with some reported cases of suicide