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Gajendra Verma on 'Udantashtari': Wanted to push the boundaries of Hindi pop
Mumbai, April 24: Singer-songwriter and music producer Gajendra Verma has released the music video for his latest track ‘Udantashtari’ and said that with the track he wanted to push the boundaries of Hindi pop.
Deep understanding of consumer behavior and AI key to growth: Zupee founder
New Delhi, April 22: Dilsher Singh Malhi, Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Zupee, stated that a deep understanding of consumer behaviour and strong data-driven artificial intelligence (AI) can aid the company's growth.
With Rs146 Cr PAT, Zupee reports first-ever profit, reinforces position as India's leading skill gaming platform
New Delhi, April 22: Zupee, India's leading skill-based gaming platform, on Tuesday announced its financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, posting Rs1,123 crore in net revenue. The company also reported a net profit of Rs 146 crore, marking its first annual profitability since inception, corroborating strong business fundamentals and sustainable growth.
Esports World Cup 2025: S8UL announces first wave of games it will take part in, including EAFC 25
Mumbai, April 10: S8UL, a global name in esports and gaming content, has officially announced its participation in five titles at the highly anticipated Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025, set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from July 7 to August 24.
S8UL to compete in top categories including chess, EAFC 25 at Esports World Cup 2025
Mumbai, April 9: Popular online game chess will be debuting at this year's Esports World Cup 2025 and S8UL, the top esports competitors, will be fighting for honours in the new category along with regular ones.
Microsoft unveils AI-generated version of Quake II
Washington, April 7: Microsoft has taken a significant step in its Xbox AI era by introducing an AI-generated version of Quake II, playable in a browser through Copilot.
Future of Indian startups robust despite trade tariff challenges: Founders
New Delhi, April 4: India’s startup story remains strong and promising despite global uncertainties, top industry leaders said at the ‘Startup Mahakumbh’ event here on Friday.
He had a very keen interest on Indian game development: Animesh Agrawal on his conversation with PM Narendra Modi
New Delhi April 2: India Esports Player Animesh Agrawal has spoken about his meeting and conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi about Indian gaming and e-sports in India. Agrawal believes that the conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi about Indian gaming and e-sports has shifted the national perception of the industry.
Reliance to partner with BLAST for Esports business in India
Mumbai, April 2: RISE Worldwide Limited ("RISE"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited ("Reliance"), and BLAST Esports Limited ("BLAST"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of BLAST ApS, today announced an agreement to form a joint venture to conduct esports business in India, according to a release from RISE.
WWE Superstars take over Clash of Clans of Wrestlemania 41
New Delhi, March 31: World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) and Supercell's popular mobile game Clash of Clans, which has amassed more than two billion lifetime downloads, have announced a new partnership that will see a roster of WWE Superstars headline an electrifying in and out-of-game event throughout April, as per an official statement from WWE.
Digital to contribute about half of India's media-entertainment sector revenue by 2027: FICCI-EY report
New Delhi, March 29: New media space in India is growing by leaps and bounds, with an ever-increasing rise in internet penetration supported by the affordability and aspiration of its citizens.
Krafton acquires India's Nautilus Mobile to expand global sports game portfolio
Seoul, March 28: South Korean gaming giant Krafton said on Friday it has acquired a controlling stake in India-based game studio Nautilus Mobile for $13.75 million.
Enforcement actions against online money gaming firms intensified ahead of IPL season
New Delhi, March 22: The enforcement actions against offshore online gaming entities have been intensified by the Directorate General of Goods and Services Tax Intelligence (DGGI).
Centre blocks 357 illegal offshore online money gaming platforms, 700 under scanner
New Delhi, March 22: The government on Saturday said that it has blocked 357 websites/URLs of illegal/non-compliant offshore online money gaming entities so far, and 700 such entities are under the scanner.
Guys go and play FIFA with him...: Curran on Dhoni's off-the-field persona
London, March 21: England all-rounder Sam Curran opened up on spending time with legendary Indian cricketer and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) former skipper MS Dhoni, pointing to his stressfree, easy-to-talk persona, which has made him popular among people.
How Streaming Platforms are Shaping Online Gaming Trends
London, Mar 21: In recent years, streaming platforms have fundamentally changed the landscape of online gaming. Services like Twitch and YouTube have transformed gaming from a solitary experience into a vibrant community phenomenon.
Vijay Deverakonda, Prakash Raj issue clarifications amid promoting betting app allegations
New Delhi, March 21: Actor Vijay Devarakonda and Prakash issued a clarification on Thursday following the allegations on them for allegedly promoting illegal betting and gambling apps through their social media platforms.
Rana, Vijaya Devarakonda, Prakash Raj issue clarifications on betting apps
Hyderabad, March 21: Hours after Cyberabad police registered a FIR against them for allegedly promoting betting apps, Tollywood actors Rana Daggubati, Vijay Devarakonda and Prakash Raj on Thursday clarified that they are not promoting any illegal app.
Full compliance with the law...: Rana Daggubati's team amid betting app allegations
New Delhi, March 20: Following allegations that Rana Daggubati had promoted illegal betting apps, the actor's team issued a clarification on Thursday, saying that his endorsement is in "full compliance with the law."
Centre issues 1,298 blocking orders related to online betting, gaming
New Delhi, March 20: In a bid to curb the risks posed by online gaming and potential harms like addiction, the government has issued 1,298 blocking directions related to online betting/gambling/gaming websites (including mobile applications) between the year 2022-24.
S8UL to represent India at Esports World Cup 2025 among 40 top global teams
New Delhi, March 18: In a landmark development, S8UL has been selected as a Club Partner by the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) for the upcoming EWC season, 2025, making history as the first and only Indian team to earn this honour.
China: Officials aim to restrict social media and screen time, youth left in divide
Beijing, March 16: Chinese officials are aiming to restrict the usage of social media and screen time among the youth, citing adverse impact on the physical health and academic performance of youth, a report by the Voice of America stated.
GameZone: The Ultimate Platform for Playing Tongits Online
Manila, March 14: GameZone is the premier online platform for playing Tongits, offering an authentic gaming experience with various modes and generous rewards, making it a favorite among Filipino players.
realme to launch P3 Ultra & P3 smartphones with cutting-edge chipsets on March 19
New Delhi, March 10: In an era where smartphones have become an essential part of daily life, performance plays a vital role in shaping the user experience. Whether it's gaming, multitasking, or professional content creation, users demand devices that offer not just speed but also efficiency, stability, and seamless operation.
SOGF Grandmasters Series: Rahane, Humpy hail West Zone champions, advocate for mind sports' move to mainstream
Mumbai, March 5: The West Zone Finals of the inaugural SOG Grandmasters Series, hosted by the Skillhub Online Games Federation (SOGF), concluded on Tuesday, marking a milestone as the first-ever on-ground competition in the series. Over two days of intense gameplay, the tournament highlighted strategy, skill, and cognitive excellence across three mind sports categories.
Koneru Humpy, youngest-ever Indian woman grandmaster, joins as brand ambassador of SOG Grandmaster Series
New Delhi, March 2: The Skill Online Games Federation (SOGF) proudly announced the appointment of Padma Shri awardee Koneru Humpy, India's youngest-ever Woman Grandmaster and one of the country's most celebrated chess icons, as the Brand Ambassador of the SOG Grandmaster Series.
SOGF Grandmasters Series: Rahane named brand ambassador for West Zone finals
Mumbai, February 28: After the success of the South Zone 1 in Bengaluru, the SOGF Grandmasters Series now moves to the West Zone, where the finals are set to take place on March 3-4 at the Sahara Star, Mumbai. The Grandmasters Series, an initiative of the Skillhub Online Games Federation (SOGF), continues its mission of elevating mind sports across India with a competitive tournament, aiming to find India's best mind sports athletes.
Skyesports Souvenir National Esports Championship debuts at Bengaluru GAFX
Bengaluru, February 27: The Skyesports Souvenir 2025 National Esports Championship (NEC) is making its much-anticipated debut at Bengaluru GAFX 2025 from February 27 to March 1, 2025.
Bharat Tech Triumph Program awards 20 game developers at Grand Finale in New Delhi
New Delhi, February 27: The Bharat Tech Triumph Program (BTTP) awarded 20 game developers at the Grand Finale event in New Delhi.
Indian PC market up 3.8 pc to 14.4 million units in 2024: Report
New Delhi, Feb 24: The Indian personal computer (PC) market saw steady growth in 2024, with total shipments rising by 3.8 per cent year-over-year (YoY) to 14.4 million units, a new report said on Monday.
Ariana Grande likes to play online games with strangers
Los Angeles, Feb 22: Singer-actress Ariana Grande has shared that she likes to play the game Monopoly online with strangers when she is waiting around on set.
OCA expands esports program for 2026 Asian Games, boosting India's medal hopes
Harbin, Feb 21 : India's prospects for a stronger Esports presence at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games have received a boost, with the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) announcing an expanded lineup of 11 Esports titles for the event.
ASCI, online gaming industry join hands to curb illegal betting ads
Mumbai, Feb 18: The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) on Tuesday joined online gaming industry to tackle the issue of illegal betting and gambling advertisements from offshore entities.
MoS Sports inaugurates Maharashtra Esports Open Championship 2025
Pune, February 17: Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Nikhil Khadse, hailed the Maharashtra Esports Open Championship 2025 as a historic milestone, while inaugurating the first-ever state-backed tournament.
Maharashtra Esports Open Championship 2025 inaugurated in Pune
Pune, Feb 17: Maharashtra Esports Open Championship 2025 has been inugurated by Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports Raksha Nikhil Khadse on Monday.
Nazara Technologies' profit declines 53.6 pc in Q3
Mumbai, Feb 15: Gaming and e-sports company Nazara Technologies reported a sharp decline of 53.6 per cent in its net profit for the October-December quarter (Q3) of FY25.
New show 'Jaadu Teri Nazar--Dayan Ka Mausam' inspires an Android gaming app
Mumbai, Feb 13: Star Plus’s new show “Jaadu Teri Nazar—Dayan Ka Mausam” is set to captivate audiences in an exciting new way, as it inspires the launch of its very own Android gaming app.
ESFI hails Government's decision as game-changer for grassroots Esports, boosting talent identification, growth
New Delhi, February 12: The Esports Federation of India (ESFI) has hailed the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports' decision to include esports medal winners and their coaches under its Cash Incentive Program as a revolutionary step for the industry.
Riyadh to host inaugural Olympic Esports Games in 2027, qualifying starts this year
Lausanne, Feb 11: The inaugural Olympic Esports Games will take place in Riyadh in 2027, two years later than originally planned, following a 12-year agreement with Saudi Arabia signed last year. The qualifying period, the Road to the Olympic Esports Games, will start this year, the International Olympic Committee said on Tuesday.
College Rivals season 2 promises high-octane finale in Mumbai with top gamers in action
Mumbai, February 7: After 224 days of intense nationwide qualifiers, the top college gamers from across the country are ready to battle it out at the College Rivals Season 2, an Ampverse DMI collegiate gaming IP, as per Ampverse DMI press release.