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Odisha Semiconductor Push: Two Plants to Create 1,280 Jobs

Odisha is set to anchor two major semiconductor manufacturing facilities under the Semicon India Programme, generating over 1,280 direct hig...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Media, Gaming & OTT

89% Reserved Train Tickets Booked Online, Says Railway Ministry

Indian Railways has reported that nearly 89 percent of reserved train tickets are now booked online, compared to 49 percent a decade ago. Th...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Media, Gaming & OTT

SEBI Chief Urges Shift From Compliance to Stewardship for Corporate Boards

Speaking at the Institute of Directors Annual Conclave, SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey urged corporate boards and independent directors to...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Media, Gaming & OTT

Centre Enforces MMDR Amendment Act 2026 on Mining Taxes

The Ministry of Mines has notified the immediate commencement of the MMDR Amendment Act, 2026. The law restricts state governments from levy...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Media, Gaming & OTT

Centre Limits State Taxes on Mineral Rights in MMDR Amendment

Parliament has enacted the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026, prohibiting state governments from imposing ...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Media, Gaming & OTT

India Enforces MMDR Amendment Act 2026 to Overhaul Mining Fiscal Rules and Captive Sales

The Ministry of Mines has notified August 22, 2026, as the official commencement date for the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24

Official Media, Gaming & OTT Gazettes & Notifications

Date Ministry / Authority Subject / Title Action
2026-08-24 Ministry of Finance Hiring Multimedia Consultants through outsourcing View PDF
2026-08-21 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Notification regarding Cable Television Networks (Amendment) Rules, 2026. View PDF
2026-08-19 Ministry of Commerce and Industry Appoints Shri Hari N as Chairman, Rubber Board, Kottayam, Kerala under the Department of Commerce View PDF
2026-02-19 Ministry of Law and Justice The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Amendment Act 2021 The Mines and Min View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Safety of Journalists View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology Parliament Question: Fake Content on Social Media Platforms View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Unregulated Digital News Portal View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Casual Assignees engaged by All India Radio and Prasar Bharati View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Regulation of Digital Media View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Phase I of National AI Skilling Initiative View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: National Film Development Corporation View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Receiving of Content Related Complaints View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Culture Parliament Question: Conservation of Protected Monuments in Tiruchirappalli and Pudukkottai View PDF
2026-08-07 Securities and Exchange Board of India SEBI streamlines inspection of market intermediaries View PDF
2026-08-06 International Financial Services Centres Authority Specification of Certification Course for KMPs and other employees of Capital Market Intermediaries View PDF
2026-08-05 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Law for Cyberbullying View PDF
2026-08-05 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Welfare of Journalists and Media Persons View PDF
2026-08-05 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Assessment of Television and Radio Broadcasting Coverage in Tamil Nadu View PDF
2026-08-05 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Contribution of Mumbai as Film, Television, Digital Media and Broadcasting Hub View PDF
2026-08-05 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Strengthening of Mass Communication Infrastructure View PDF
2026-08-05 Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology Parliament Question: Prohibition of Holding Social Media Accounts for Children under 16 Years View PDF
2026-08-05 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Expansion of Community Radio Services View PDF
2026-08-05 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Regulation of Digital Media Platforms View PDF
2026-08-05 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Advertising Support to Media Organisations in Punjab View PDF
2026-08-05 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Pirated Films View PDF
2026-08-05 Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Parliament Question: Reforms to Strengthen Editorial Independence View PDF
2026-08-05 Part VI - Section 1 GENERAL NOTIFICATIONS--Assistant Director of Handlooms, Tirunelveli.--Winding up the affairs of Raya View PDF
2026-08-04 Ministry of Textiles Parliament Question: Mission for Cotton Productivity View PDF
2026-08-02 Ministry of Information & Broadcasting BRICS WAVES Bazaar to Bring Together Over 500 Delegates from BRICS Member and Partner Countries in M View PDF
2026-08-01 Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs Union Minister Manohar Lal Inspects Bhalswa Dumpsite; Reviews Progress of Legacy Waste Remediation View PDF

Frequently Asked Questions on Media, Gaming & OTT

How are online real-money games regulated in India?

MeitY's IT Rules 2023 establish Self-Regulatory Bodies (SRBs) for verifying permissible online games, accompanied by a 28% GST on entry values and strict KYC requirements.