Tamil Nadu government promulgates Ordinance prohibiting online gambling, games
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As per the general prohibitions, no bank, financial institution or payment gateway provider shall engage in any transaction or authorisation of funds towards payment for any online gambling or any game of chance.
Tamil Nadu government promulgated an ordinance to prohibit online gambling and regulate online games in the State. An online gaming authority will be established to exercise powers conferred by the Ordinance. The Authority will regulate and issue certificate of registration to local online game providers and identify online Rummy and Poker games. Violators will face a 3-month jail term or a fine up to Rs 5,000. Geo-blocking will also be resorted. It will restrict users from accessing online content based on their location. Online gambling means online wagering or betting and includes playing any onlinegame of chance for money or stakes.
