Overview

• The Directorate General of Goods and Services Tax Intelligence (DGGI) has blocked 357 illegal offshore gaming websites and frozen ₹126 crore across 2,400 bank accounts.
• Approximately 700 offshore gaming companies are under investigation for GST evasion, with 166 mule accounts linked to illicit transactions already blocked.
• Three Indian nationals running offshore gaming platforms from abroad have been arrested, and further investigations are ongoing.
• Authorities warn that funds processed through mule accounts may be funneled into illicit activities, posing risks to national security.
• The public is advised to avoid unregulated gaming platforms, often endorsed by celebrities, to protect personal finances and support financial integrity.