Introducing tough norms to curb online betting is also a key reason. The panel will seek to harmonise current gaming rules in a way that addresses concerns that some ministries have. Essentially, while the IT Ministry has so far been the nodal ministry for online gaming, other ministries — primarily Home and Finance — also want to have a say. “The 28 per cent Goods and Service Tax (GST) action on the online gaming space was the first plan of action on the sector. The rules for online gaming were promulgated a few months before the GST was imposed.

Source: Indian Express November 26, 2023 04:35 UTC