Online Gaming

Samsung, Apple, Meta and Netflix are pushing deeper into gaming, using games to strengthen hardware, subscriptions and ecosystems as the industry expands beyond consoles

Updated On: 12 Aug 2026 | 3:52 PM IST

Atari, the arcade ‌and console pioneer that ​filed for bankruptcy protection ​just over a decade ago, is riding a broader ​industry shift toward mining back catalogues and nostalgia-driven franchises

Updated On: 03 Aug 2026 | 1:00 PM IST

Gaming companies have moved the Supreme Court to review its ruling upholding the 28 per cent GST levy and retrospective tax demands of more than Rs 1.5 lakh crore

Updated On: 14 Jul 2026 | 10:45 PM IST

Rockstar Games has opened GTA 6 pre-orders for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in India. Here's everything to know about pricing, editions, launch timeline, eligible platforms, and bonus content

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 11:57 AM IST

From retrospective taxation and quality reforms to polymer notes, exam glitches and middle-class stress, today's opinion pages examine key policy challenges

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 6:15 AM IST

The current decision on online gaming-gambling is a case in point. This is not an activity that creates large employment, not does it serve genuine needs of people

Updated On: 01 Jun 2026 | 10:39 PM IST

Executives at real money gaming firms fear retrospective GST liabilities and penalties could force liquidation of personal assets amid mounting financial stress

Updated On: 28 May 2026 | 11:22 PM IST

Top court also upholds states' right to ban online betting, gambling

Updated On: 28 May 2026 | 12:18 AM IST

The BGMI 4.4 update brings Greek mythology-themed gameplay to Erangel along with new vehicles, squad upgrades, new cosmetics, creator voice packs, and more

Updated On: 21 May 2026 | 1:33 PM IST

From May 1, India’s online gaming industry enters a new regulatory era under the Online Gaming Act, 2025. In this video, we break down what’s changing, how the new regulator will function

Updated On: 04 May 2026 | 3:05 PM IST
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Industry players say PROGA rules will help distinguish e-sports from real-money gaming, curb proxy platforms, and bring regulatory clarity, though some gaps remain

Updated On: 23 Apr 2026 | 7:45 PM IST

The government has notified online gaming rules mandating user safety features and grievance redressal, with new norms set to come into effect from May 1

Updated On: 22 Apr 2026 | 11:50 PM IST

Nvidia is set to roll out GeForce Now in India from April 16 in early access, allowing select users to stream PC games across devices without requiring high-end hardwar

Updated On: 14 Apr 2026 | 10:11 AM IST

GTA Online's Neighbourhood Watch event brings new law enforcement vehicles and Dispatch Work, with 2X-3X rewards, outfit unlocks, and discounts available until April 15

Updated On: 03 Apr 2026 | 12:09 PM IST

BGMI adds a cricket league minigame tied to live matches, with tokens redeemable for rewards, including the returning M416 Glacier skin

Updated On: 26 Mar 2026 | 3:51 PM IST

BGMI 4.3 update goes live with Ancient Secret Rise mode, UI overhaul, card collection system and new collaborations, including CSK and KKR content rollout

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 12:06 PM IST

Krafton confirms new BGMI collaborations with IPL teams Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders as part of the upcoming 4.3 update rollout, starting March 21 onwards

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 11:58 AM IST

Rockstar Games has launched the Community Series Showcase in GTA Online, offering a GTA$1,000,000 login gift, triple rewards and free vehicles

Updated On: 13 Mar 2026 | 3:27 PM IST

The DGGI's arrest of Fino Payments Bank MD Rishi Gupta in a probe linked to banned online gaming has intensified scrutiny of GST liability, programme managers and compliance networks

Updated On: 01 Mar 2026 | 9:56 PM IST

Nvidia has launched the GeForce Now app for Amazon Fire TV devices, enabling cloud gaming access on select Fire TV Stick models

Updated On: 13 Feb 2026 | 11:17 AM IST