In this episode of Newstrack, the focus is on Parliament's passing of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025, a move set to overhaul India's digital entertainment sector. The bill effectively outlaws online money games, citing concerns over addiction, financial ruin, and money laundering. In an exclusive conversation with Marya Shakil, Managing Editor, India Today TV, Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnav defended the legislation, stating it was a necessary strict action against a menace spreading 'like drugs.' He said, 'Wherever the choice is between middle class and a segment of the industry, the welfare of the middle class has to be seen.' The programme also explores the industry's reaction, which warns the ban could push gamers towards illegal platforms and impact a Rs 2 lakh crore sector. The show also touches upon the government's new policy on sporting ties with Pakistan, allowing for games in multi-nation tournaments like the Asia Cup but maintaining a ban on bilateral series.
Newly sworn in Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay shared a headline-grabbing selfie moment with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi shortly after taking oath in Chennai, adding a viral political-pop culture touch to the historic ceremony.
TVK leader C Joseph Vijay on Sunday took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu amid a sea of supporters, his friends and family, and several political leaders. Eight other TVK leaders were sworn in besides him, as ministers in the new government. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also attended the ceremony. The TVK managed to secure the Governor's nod to form the government after the Congress, the CPI, the CPI(M), the VCK, and IUML extended their support to the Vijay-led party for a colaition government.
Watch how Rajpal Yadav reacted to Nawazuddin Siddiqui praising him for helping fellow actors during their struggling days in Mumbai.
Yogi Adityanath on Saturday presented a saffron gamcha to Suvendu Adhikari, shortly after the latter took oath as the first BJP Chief Minister of West Bengal. The crowd also erupted into a loud cheer as the scene unfolded at the swearing-in ceremony in Kolkata. This was at least the second such instance in recent weeks when the duo's bonhomie was witnessed publicly. Earlier, during the election campaign in the state, a powerful scene was witnessed when Adhikari bowed down at the feet of the UP Chief Minister as a mark of respect.
