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India passes controversial telecoms bill amid privacy concerns

India passes controversial telecoms bill amid privacy concerns Rachael Davis / Last Updated: Dec 21, 2023 India’s parliament has passed a controversial bill to modernize its telecommunications and connectivity ahead of the country’s general election in spring 2024. The new bill, voted through on Thursday, December 21, would replace original legislation dating back as early … Continue reading India passes controversial telecoms bill amid privacy concerns

India demands $12B from online gaming firms, cites tax evasion

India demands $12B from online gaming firms, cites tax evasion Radek Zielinski / Oct 25, 2023   In a massive crackdown, Indian tax authorities have issued notices to numerous online gaming companies demanding approximately 1 trillion rupees ($ 12.03 billion) in taxes that the companies allegedly evaded over the years, a senior government official revealed … Continue reading India demands $12B from online gaming firms, cites tax evasion