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Feb 4, 2026
Esports misses out as India’s budget 2026 backs AVGC sector
India’s Union Budget 2026 puts the spotlight back on the Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics (AVGC) sector, giving the country’s esports and gaming community a cautious sense of optimism, even though the budget didn’t offer direct funding or clear regulations for competitive gaming. .
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Feb 3, 2026
Nazara Technologies Invests in FAU-G Developer nCore Games
Nazara invested an undisclosed amount in nCore Games, transitioning from publisher to strategic investor in the FAU-G developer
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Budget 2026 Gaming Industry: India to Become Global Creator Hub
Budget 2026 gaming industry push: The government aims to set up AVGC Creator Labs in 15,000 schools and 500 colleges to bridge skill gaps and generate 20 lakh new creative jobs.
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Jan 30, 2026
Union Budget 2026: What tech and gaming industries expect from FM Nirmala Sitharaman’s 9th budget
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2026. Similar to the past years, the union budget is being closely watched by industries with a range of policy and fiscal expectations.
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Jan 28, 2026
Esports World Cup Foundation Launches ‘Road to EWC’, Confirms Global Qualification Season for Esports World Cup 2026
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], January 27: As India’s Esports ecosystem enters a high-growth phase, KRAFTON India is doubling down on grassroots development through its nationwide College Campus Tour, now in its second year.
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Jan 6, 2026
Indian esports stakeholders discuss the country’s prospects in 2026
In 2025, India’s esports ecosystem gained further legitimacy through the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act (PROGA), a legislation that banned betting platforms and real money gaming while reinforcing esports as a competitive sport.
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Dec 24, 2025
How regulation and esports recognition reshaped India’s gaming industry in 2025
New Delhi: India’s gaming industry closed 2025 after a year marked by regulatory overhaul, structural change and market realignment, reshaping business models, investment priorities and the sector’s longer-term growth outlook.
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Dec 16, 2025
IPL 2026 auction: BGMI maker Krafton introduces 'In-Game Auction Play' in Real Cricket
BGMI publisher Krafton has launched 'In-Game Auction Play' in Real Cricket, mirroring the IPL auction. This feature demands strategic bidding and resource management, making squad selection crucial for season success.
Read More Dec 15, 2025
IPL 2026 auction: BGMI maker Krafton introduces 'In-Game Auction Play' in Real Cricket
India’s gaming industry had a volatile year, with rapid growth in online play, a sudden real-money gaming ban, and esports gaining official recognition.
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Dec 12, 2025
IPL 2026 auction: BGMI maker Krafton introduces 'In-Game Auction Play' in Real Cricket
India’s gaming industry had a volatile year, with rapid growth in online play, a sudden real-money gaming ban, and esports gaining official recognition.
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October 1, 2025
The country's media and entertainment industry is expected to see a growth of 9.7% annually in revenues to reach US$ 73.6 billion by 2027.
The online gaming and sports sector in India is growing at a CAGR of 19.2% and is projected to reach Rs. 39,583 crore (US$ 4.8 billion) by FY28.
Read More August 21, 2025
Parliament passes online gaming bill: Key provisions, aims of legislation - what Centre said
The Rajya Sabha has approved The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, aiming to regulate the rapidly growing online gaming sector and mitigate risks associated with money-based gaming. The bill categorizes online games into e-sports, online social games, and online money games, promoting the first two while strictly regulating the latter due to public health concerns.
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August 21, 2025
Real Money Out, Esports In: Online Gaming Bill Set To Become Law | 5 Key Points
The Online Gaming Bill, passed by the Parliament today, affects India’s $3.8-billion gaming industry led by Dream11, Games24X7 and Mobile Premier League.
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Feb 5, 2026
Esports World Cup Foundation Launches ‘Road to EWC’, Confirms Global Qualification Season for Esports World Cup 2026
The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has announced the launch of Road to EWC, a global qualification program that will serve as the official pathway to the Esports World Cup 2026, scheduled to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July 6 to August 23, 2026.
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