Google files writ in Karnataka HC against CCI's probe into Play Store rules

CCI has been probing charges of Google's allegedly heavy commission on app developers for in-app purchases and paid apps

Tech major Google on Monday filed a writ petition in the Karnataka High Court, seeking more time to respond to queries of Competition Commission of India (CCI) on a probe into the use of Google’s Play Store payment system for in-app purchases and paid apps.

Earlier this month, Google had extended the timeline for developers to integrate with the Play store's billing system to October 31 2022, which is one of the reasons for seeking more time.

In a statement, a Google spokesperson said: “We have filed a writ in Karnataka High Court regarding the interim relief application in the Google Play