The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights has raised concerns with the ministry of electronics and information technology regarding the lack of KYC norms for gambling platforms, resulting in the unlawful participation of children. The commission has requested a detailed report on the gambling apps and websites in India within 10 days.
Tightening The Reins: Indian Government Blocks Over 550 Illegal Betting and Gambling Apps The Indian government has blocked over 581 applications, The Indian government has blocked 581 applications following inquiries by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) into an illicit betting app syndicate.
The Indian government has blocked 581 applications, including 174 betting and gambling app, Pankaj Chaudhury, the minister of state for finance, told the parliament on Monday. Some prominent platforms operating illegally include Parimatch, Fairplay, 1XBET, Lotus365, Dafabet, and Betwaysatta.
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