Gambling

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Ban On Online Gaming 'Unconstitutional', Says Karnataka High Court

The Karnataka High Court, on February 14, overturns state legislations banning online gambling games. The bench, comprising Chief Justice Ritu Raj Awasthi and Justice Krishna S Dixit, reportedly declared the provisions in question to be ultra vires to the constitution. Notably, The Karnataka government had notified the law banning betting and wagering in online games, including skill-based games like poker and rummy, played for stakes, in… read-more

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 - 03:15 PM / by Shaloo Priya

Tags: Karnataka, High Court, Online game ban, lifted, Karnataka Police Act, 2021

Courtesy: ANI News

Sikkim

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Sikkim Govt Plans To Lift COVID-19 Curbs Amid Dip In Daily Infections

Amid a decline in daily Coronavirus infections, the Sikkim government has announced to lift the COVID-induced restrictions in the state. The state government in Sikkim has decided to allow markets, shops, and commercial establishments to function as normal. In addition, education institutions are allowed to remain open and functional. Notably, Sikkim recorded 541 active cases of COVID 19 infection, in the last 24 hours.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 - 03:29 PM / by Shaloo Priya

Tags: Travel, Sikkim, CORONAVIRUS RESTRICTIONS, lifted, Government

Courtesy: The Times Of India