Archive · 21 May 2025
Tamil Nadu Gaming Authority Issues Notices to Online Gaming Apps
The Tamil Nadu government is cracking down on online gaming apps.
The government sent warnings to about 25 apps that let people play games for money.
The apps now stop people from playing between midnight and 5 AM.
Some companies are following the rules, but some aren't.
The government is thinking about asking the government to ban the apps that don't follow the rules.
Studies have shown that people who play online games can lose money, and feel bad.
So, the government is trying to protect people from the possible harm of online gaming.
Tamil Nadu Online Gaming Authority (TNOGA) issued notices to at least 25 online gaming apps.
Gaming apps are now restricting gameplay from midnight to 5 AM following the notices.
Some apps have started complying with state guidelines, while others have not yet.
TNOGA plans to request MEITY to ban non-compliant apps in Tamil Nadu.
A study showed financial and emotional impacts of online gaming on young adults.
- Who
- Tamil Nadu Online Gaming Authority (TNOGA) and online gaming apps.
- What
- Notices issued to online gaming apps, restricting gameplay hours and compliance checks.
- When
- Recently, following violations of state guidelines.
- Where
- Tamil Nadu.
- Why
- To address violations of state guidelines and address financial and emotional impacts of online gaming.
- Apps Receiving Notices
- At least 25
- Restricted Gaming Hours
- Midnight to 5 AM
- State Involved
- Tamil Nadu
- Percentage losing under 500 Rupees
- 42%
- Percentage losing at least 1 lakh Rupees
- 1.7%