India’s $3-billion online gaming industry was growing smartly, with reports pegging it at $8.6 billion by FY27, growing at a CAGR of 27 per cent. But the GST Council’s decision to bring all real-money online gaming under a blanket 28 per cent GST has slammed the brakes on its growth. Can these firms emerge from this massive crisis, or will they fold under the burden? Find out in the latest issue of BT. Plus, read about the renewed IPO activity seen in the equity markets, and the reasons behind it. Also find an interview with Irdai chief Debasish Panda, who talks about the insurance regulator’s focus and plans. All that and more in the latest issue of BT. Grab your copy today.