Last updated on October 3, 2025
No, streaming online games of chance is increasingly restricted in India. Several state governments, including Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, have attempted to ban online gambling and games of chance, citing public health and addiction concerns. While some bans were overturned by courts, the central government is now considering national legislation to regulate or prohibit such content. In 2023, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology proposed rules requiring platforms to register and verify games involving monetary stakes. Streaming such games without compliance may result in takedown orders or penalties.
December 15, 2023