Tamil Nadu Government's Legal Counsel Justifies Compulsory Aadhaar Authentication Demand
The sizzling dispute between real money gaming apps and the Tamil Nadu Government over regulations is turning up the heat, as the latest update shows the Madras High Court has dismissed all petitions filed by the gaming companies.
In the courtroom, the Government's counsel argued that only driving licenses and passports would serve as a single-step verification. The counsel further suggested that a Night Ban, restricting poker apps from operating between 12 AM to 5 AM, is vital to prevent youngsters from misusing these gaming apps excessively[1].
As the argument revolved, the counsel also highlighted the importance of other regulations like age restrictions, which prohibit anyone below 18 from participating in real money gaming apps[1].
Interestingly, the current controversy in the real-money gaming sector comes after some companies filed petitions against Tamil Nadu's planned restrictions on online gaming apps[1]. These regulations have caused ripples throughout the industry, striking a balance between streamlining aspects related to online games and prize money, while also imposing restrictions on minors and implementing age verifications[1].
Real Money Gaming apps have been under the radar in India for some time now, and its future remains uncertain. If the current challenge persists, it could potentially harm India's booming gaming industry that has recently witnessed positive developments, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi advocating for Indian IT to lead globally[1]. Companies like Nazara Technologies have expanded investments in gaming apps and even acquired foreign game publishers[1].
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Roy D'SilvaRoy D'Silva, a published author, dives into the world of poker after a decade-long stint covering various beats like Bollywood, OTT, and more. An enthusiast of cycling and documentaries, Roy is always on the lookout for that next big story that'll take center stage in the whirlwind poker world[1].
Sources:[1] Enrichment Data[2] https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/gaming/madras-high-court-upholds-tamil-nadu-regulations-on-real-money-gaming-apps-7990463/[3] https://www.livemint.com/news/india/madras-high-court-upholds-tamil-nadus-number-gaming-law-as-valid-11625970473753.html[4] https://www.businesstoday.in/latest/settlement/real-money-gaming-madras-high-court/story/363907.html[5] https://www.gamblinginsider.com/latest-news/61265/tamil-nadu-real-money-gaming-regulations-remain-valid-madras-high-court-judgement
In the midst of the dispute, Roy D'Silva, a prominent author, delves into the politics surrounding the real money gaming industry, with the latest unfolding in the policy-and-legislation arena, particularly between real money gaming apps and the Tamil Nadu Government. The excessive use of these gaming apps by minors is a concern raised in the general news, with the Government proposing age restrictions and a night ban as potential solutions.
