India moves to ban online betting games, fearing associated vices

Crackdown could put brakes on rapidly growing industry estimated at $3bn in 2028

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The Indian government has moved to ban online gambling, potentially dealing a blow to the domestic industry. © Reuters

SAYAN CHAKRABORTY

BENGALURU -- India is cracking down on online betting games, which the government believes are spurring "compulsive behavior" and leading people to "financial ruin."

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