The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) welcomes the regulatory clarity following the notification of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Rules, 2026 (Rules) under the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. The association notes that the framework provides greater clarity on categorization, compliance expectations and institutional mechanisms, which will support responsible growth of the sector while safeguarding user interests.

The IAMAI appreciates the consultative approach adopted by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), which has enabled constructive dialogue with industry stakeholders. It believes the rules will bring in the much-needed regulatory clarity, allowing the industry to operate, innovate and re-build with greater confidence.

The notification marks an important step towards establishing a clear, consistent and forward-looking regulatory framework for the online gaming ecosystem in India. The incorporation of several industry recommendations in the Rules has ensured that the regulatory framework is implementable, future-ready and aligned with the evolving nature of technology and digital platforms.

The IAMAI will continue to work closely with both the industry and the Government to facilitate smooth and effective implementation of the Rules, ensuring outcomes that are beneficial for the industry as well as for the users.

The IAMAI remains committed to supporting the development of a robust, responsible and futuristic digital gaming ecosystem, and to strengthening India’s position as a global leader in digital innovation and emerging technologies.

Marking Earth Day, the Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group), a leading FMCG conglomerate and multi-business corporation, strengthened its portfolio-wide climate action strategy that embeds sustainability into core business decision-making across its diverse operations. Aligned with India’s updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), the DS Group’s roadmap focuses on decarbonization, resource efficiency and responsible growth. A comprehensive Greenhouse Gas (GHG) inventory for FY 2024–25, covering operations, energy use and the supply chain, is being developed in alignment with Scope 1, Scope 2 and relevant Scope 3 emissions to enable targeted, data-led interventions across the value chain at DS Group.

DS Group HQ earned recognition with LEED Platinum (No.1 globally existing buildings) and LEED Zero Carbon from USGBC, setting a benchmark in sustainable, carbon-neutral operations

This rigorous audit covers the full spectrum of emissions, including direct operations, purchased energy, and critical supply chain activities. By identifying the most significant emission drivers across its entire value chain, DS Group is moving from broad intent to focused, data-backed interventions. This scientific approach ensures that the DS Group can address its carbon footprint with precision, offering tangible relief to the environment while hardwiring climate considerations into its internal governance and future decision-making processes.

Announcing this, on the Earth Day, Mr Rajiv Kumar, Vice Chairman, DS Group said, “This multi-dimensional strategy prioritizes decarbonization and resource integrity as non-negotiable metrics. The DS Group is accelerating its transition toward renewable energy to decrease the carbon intensity of its products and services, while simultaneously advancing circular economy principles to manage water and materials with maximum efficiency. Furthermore, by engaging supply chain partners in sustainable sourcing, DS Group is mitigating the indirect environmental impacts that often go unaddressed. This commitment goes beyond mere compliance, actively shaping the DS Group’s identity and ensuring that every strategic decision is fueled by a clear, intentional drive to create meaningful impact. Every future expansion will now be screened through a climate-risk lens to ensure that growth remains aligned to India’s updated NDC Goals.”

In the Indian industrial landscape, the proactive stance of DS Group serves as a vital blueprint for how private enterprises can catalyze the nation’s green transition. By voluntarily adopting high standards for carbon accounting, the DS Group proves that leadership driven by internal values creates a lasting ripple effect for the community. The progress is anchored in a robust governance framework, with zero regulatory non-compliance, stakeholder complaints, product recalls on account of quality issues, 100% pay parity and zero data breaches, besides focussed commitment towards renewable energy adoption. Going forward, DS Group will evaluate all investments through a climate-risk lens while advancing renewable energy adoption, circularity and responsible sourcing across its ecosystem.

About DS Group
The DS Group (Dharampal Satyapal Group) is a one of the leading FMCG conglomerates and a Multi-Business Corporation with a strong Indian and International presence. Founded in the year 1929, it is an inspiring and successful business story that blends a remarkable history and legacy with visionary growth. It has an extensive and diverse portfolio with presence in Food and Beverage, Confectionery, Mouth Freshener, Hospitality, Agri, Luxury Retail businesses, and other investments. Catch, Pulse, Pass Pass, Silver Pearls, Ksheer, Rajnigandha, Ovino, L’Opera, Le Marche, Birthright, LuvIt, Chingles, Golmol, Namah are some of the leading brands, the Group proudly shelters today.

As a corporate, DS Group is guided by a clear set of values that are built on a strong foundation of collective good to give back to society and protect the planet. The DS Headquarters has been awarded Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum certification, under the USGBC (US Green Building Council) existing building O&M (Operation and Maintenance) program version 4.0. The DS Headquarters has also received LEED Zero Carbon Certification, by the USGBC. DS Group has aligned its financial performance with global ESG priorities with the launch of a pioneering Double Materiality Assessment across all businesses. Further demonstrating its environmental leadership, the DS Group has a water positivity index at 1.8 across its business units in 30 locations of India.

Joint Solar, a trusted name in the renewable energy segment has announced next phase of growth with higher efficiency solar modules manufacturing among its key focus areas. Backed by more than two decades in business, the company has established a 1.3 GW manufacturing base and executed over five lakh installations pan-India.
 

Mr. Vinod Sharma, Managing Director, Joint Solar
 

Founded by engineer duo Mr. Vinod Sharma and Mrs. Pratibha Sharma, Joint Solar began operations in the year 2000 when awareness around solar energy was still limited or almost negligible in most parts of the country. Joint Solar initially focused on products such as solar street lights, solar power plants, solar high mast systems and solar pumps, before expanding its operations in 2009 and widening its footprint across multiple regions.

Over the years, the company has executed more than five lakh installations pan-India, with a strong presence across North India, including Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Delhi-NCR, while also expanding into eastern markets such as Odisha, West Bengal, Nagaland and Mizoram.

Joint Solar said it currently manufactures solar panels across poly, mono and TOPCon technologies, aligned with changing customer demand and evolving efficiency requirements. The company operates two plants, including a major manufacturing facility in Pilakhua near Hapur with 1.3 GW capacity, supporting its focus on large-scale production and advanced solar modules.

The company has also set a target to produce more than 5,000 higher-efficiency modules daily, as it aligns manufacturing capabilities with rising demand in the sector.

Speaking on the company’s journey, Mr. Vinod Sharma, Managing Director, Joint Solar, said, “When we started in 2000, awareness around solar energy was limited. Over the years, the market has changed significantly and customer expectations have evolved. We have grown with these changes by upgrading technologies, expanding manufacturing and staying focused on dependable products.”

He added, “Our approach has been to combine experience with continuous improvement. We have an R&D division that works on technology upgrades and product development, and we remain committed to contributing to India’s renewable energy goals through quality manufacturing.”

Joint Solar said customer demand is increasingly shifting towards advanced and higher-efficiency technologies, prompting manufacturers to stay aligned with product innovation. The company said its focus remains on upgrading product offerings and strengthening its position in line with changing market requirements.

The company also said continuous technology upgradation and in-house research remain important areas of focus, with efforts directed at aligning product offerings with evolving market needs. Joint Solar said its recent industry recognition, including the Award for Excellence in Renewable Energy, has added encouragement to its focus on quality manufacturing and long-term growth.

Commenting on wider solar adoption in India, Mr. Sharma said awareness remains a key challenge. “Lack of awareness continues to be one of the reasons solar has not expanded to its full potential. We have been making continuous efforts to spread awareness about renewable energy and help build confidence around solar solutions,” he said.

The company said smaller cities and emerging markets continue to present opportunities, with dealer-led growth and stronger distribution remaining important focus areas. Joint Solar said its long-term priorities remain centered on advanced manufacturing, technology upgradation and supporting the broader clean energy transition through reliable solar solutions.

For more information, please visit www.jointsolar.in.

Fortis Hospital Manesar, today launched Fortis Cancer Institute, the first dedicated cancer institute in Manesar, marking a significant leap in technology and precision led cancer care. The Fortis Cancer Institute at Manesar brings together a wide spectrum of next-generation cancer treatment technologies and specialised interventions under one integrated platform – designed to deliver comprehensive, personalised, and outcomes-driven cancer care.

Left to Right : Dr Vinay Samuel Gaikwad, Senior Director Surgical Oncology, Dr Pooja Babbar, Consultant Medical Oncology, Dr Mansi Chowhan, Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology

Fortis Cancer Institute, Manesar is backed by the latest healthcare infrastructure which includes Da Vinci Xi robotic surgery system, HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy), PIPAC (Pressurized Intraperitoneal Aerosolized Chemotherapy), HAIP (Hepatic Artery Infusion Pump) chemotherapy, fluorescence-guided breast surgery, oncoplastic breast surgery, a dedicated lymphedema clinic, and organ-specific oncology programmes designed to deliver highly personalised treatment. The institute also places strong emphasis on precision oncology, supported by a multi-disciplinary tumor board, alongside newer treatment approaches such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, molecular oncology, and genetic counseling and testing, enabling more tailored treatment decisions for complex cancer cases.

Speaking at the launch, Dr. Vinay Samuel Gaikwad, Senior Director, Surgical Oncology, Fortis Hospital, Manesar said, “The future of oncology lies in combining surgical precision with personalised treatment pathways. At Fortis Cancer Institute, our focus is on using advanced technologies to make cancer treatment more targeted, less invasive, and more effective for every patient.”

Dr. Pooja Babbar, Consultant, Medical Oncology, Fortis Hospital, Manesar said, “Cancer care today is no longer defined by a single treatment approach. By integrating molecular diagnostics, targeted therapies, and collaborative decision-making, we are creating a more comprehensive model of care that can improve both outcomes and quality of life.”

Dr. Mansi Chowhan, Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology, Fortis Hospital, Manesar said, “What makes modern oncology different is the ability to treat each cancer uniquely. Through genetic testing, immunotherapy, and organ-specific expertise, we are able to design treatment strategies that are far more precise than conventional care.”

Abhijit Singh, Facility Director, Fortis Hospital Manesar, said, “The launch of the Fortis Cancer Institute at Manesar marks a significant step in our mission to bring world-class, advanced cancer care closer to patients in Manesar and surrounding regions. At a time when cancer cases are rising globally, there remains a critical gap in accessible, high-quality treatment. Fortis Cancer Institute, Manesar is designed to bridge this need, delivering cutting-edge technology, multidisciplinary expertise, and some of the finest oncologists to ensure comprehensive, patient-centric care.”

About Fortis Healthcare Limited 
Fortis Healthcare Limited is a leading integrated healthcare delivery service provider in India. The healthcare verticals of the company primarily comprise hospitals, diagnostics, and day care specialty facilities. Currently, the company operates 36 healthcare facilities (including JVs and O&M facilities) across 12 states and union territories. The Company’s network comprises over 6,000 operational beds (including O&M beds) and 400 diagnostics labs.

The Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India, convened a high-level meeting with exporters and industry stakeholders on 17 April 2026 to address the ongoing crisis arising from disruptions in maritime services linked to geopolitical developments in the Middle East.

The meeting formally recognized that the challenges faced by exporters are systemic, widespread, and not isolated incidents, cutting across sectors, ports, and shipment categories, and require policy-level intervention. Exporters across industries—including agri commodities, food products, FMCG, and handicrafts—highlighted severe operational and financial distress resulting from unilateral actions by global shipping lines.

Containers remain stranded across ports, ICDs, and transshipment hubs due to service suspensions, rerouting, and cargo diversions. Despite the disruption in cargo movement, exporters continue to incur detention, demurrage, and multiple ancillary charges.

Ms. Priyanka Mittal, Chairperson, Basmati Rice Farmers & Exporters Development Forum, stated, “We appreciate DG Shipping’s proactive step in formally documenting exporter grievances and acknowledging the scale and seriousness of the issue. However, the situation on the ground continues to remain extremely challenging for exporters.”

Exporters reported widespread imposition of charges that are arbitrary, non-transparent, and disproportionate to services rendered, including war risk surcharges (WRS), detention, demurrage, congestion levies, and transshipment-related costs. War risk surcharges alone have ranged from USD 800 to USD 6,000 per container, often imposed without prior notice or revised retrospectively. In several cases, cumulative charges have escalated to 60–70% of cargo value, rendering exports commercially unviable.

Operational disruptions have further aggravated the situation, with shipping lines unilaterally:

• Diverting cargo to alternate ports such as Jebel Ali, Sohar, and Salalah

• Holding containers at transshipment hubs without clarity on onward movement

• Returning containers to origin ports (“back-to-town” scenarios)

These decisions have been taken without adequate consultation with exporters, while the financial burden arising from such disruptions continues to be borne entirely by them.

“Exporters are effectively being asked to absorb open-ended financial liability for circumstances entirely beyond their control. This is not sustainable and requires urgent correction,” Ms. Mittal added.

A key concern highlighted during the meeting was the lack of transparency and absence of standardized norms governing shipping line charges. Exporters noted that charges are frequently imposed without adequate justification or cost breakdown, and often communicated after cargo movement has commenced, creating significant uncertainty and contractual risk.

The discussions also brought out a critical structural gap in India’s maritime ecosystem, including the absence of a clear regulatory framework governing shipping line practices, lack of standardization in the application of detention and demurrage, and absence of defined protocols for handling force majeure situations and cargo diversions.

“In this context, the continued imposition of charges without commensurate service delivery raises important questions of alignment with the principles of fairness, reasonableness, and carrier obligations embedded within India’s maritime regulatory framework, including the Merchant Shipping Act,” Ms. Mittal noted.

Exporters, particularly MSMEs, highlighted a significant imbalance in bargaining power between large global shipping lines and individual exporters, leaving them with limited recourse and exposing them to disproportionate financial risks. The ongoing accumulation of charges has created what many described as a “running meter,” severely impacting working capital and, in some cases, forcing exporters to consider abandoning cargo.

Beyond immediate financial stress, the situation is straining export commitments, disrupting long-standing buyer relationships, and undermining India’s credibility as a reliable supplier in global markets.

DG Shipping informed participants that complaints have been formally registered, assigned unique tracking mechanisms, and will be consolidated for submission to the Inter-Ministerial Group (IMG), DGFT, and other relevant authorities for policy-level consideration. Industry bodies including FIEO have also submitted consolidated representations reflecting the widespread nature of the issue.

While acknowledging the facilitative role played by DG Shipping, the industry has urged time-bound and decisive intervention, including:

• Ensuring that charges are strictly linked to actual services rendered

• Directing shipping lines to release and allow return of containers without linkage to disputed charges

• Establishing clear regulatory guidelines for treatment of cargo during force majeure and geopolitical disruptions

• Introducing standardized norms and transparency requirements for shipping line charges

“Immediate relief is essential to prevent further financial damage. At the same time, this situation presents an opportunity to address long-standing structural gaps and create a more transparent, balanced, and resilient maritime trade framework for India,” Ms. Mittal said.

The industry emphasized the need for a collaborative, rules-based approach, with regulators, shipping lines, and exporters working together to ensure continuity of trade while upholding fairness and accountability.

Exporters remain hopeful that the ongoing engagement will lead to timely, structured, and enforceable solutions that safeguard India’s agri, FMCG, and MSME export sectors—critical pillars supporting farmer incomes, employment, and the broader economy.

“If left unaddressed, such practices risk setting a precedent that could undermine confidence in India’s maritime trade framework and distort fair market conduct,” Ms Mittal concluded.

Parimatch is proud to announce a new partnership with BOHEMIA, THE PUNJABI RAPPER. This artist steps into the Parimatch Squad, a project that brings together creators from different backgrounds and sounds, ​​featuring high-energy collaborations and dynamic digital content that connects music, lifestyle, and culture.
 

Music Star BOHEMIA Joins the Parimatch Squad
 

BOHEMIA is a pioneer of Punjabi rap and one of the earliest voices to bring desi hip-hop to a global audience. He is famous for his honest lyrics and amazing sound. For more than twenty years, BOHEMIA has influenced urban music in many countries. His songs tell personal stories over modern beats, making him an important voice in international hip-hop.
 

BOHEMIA’S journey has been shaped by life between Pakistani and American cultures, where he developed a strong sense of independence and creative freedom. He built his career by following his own path and staying true to his vision, which helped him stand out in a fast-changing music industry. His work continues to reflect a mindset focused on authenticity, resilience, and exploring new directions in music.
 

​​“Joining the Parimatch Squad is amazing. Music has no borders, and it can connect us all. Together with the team, we will bring fresh sounds and vibrant energy to every listener. I am excited to share this journey with fans around the world,” shared BOHEMIA.
 

“Music brings the spirit of victory to life, and the Parimatch Squad amplifies creators who combine bold ideas and creativity in everything they do. Their sound invites people to connect, feel inspired, and celebrate achievements together,” commented a Parimatch Press Office.
 

Parimatch will bring fans closer to the artists through collaborations and live experiences that highlight the creativity and individuality of each member. Follow Parimatch on Instagram to stay updated on exclusive content, artist collaborations and latest updates from the Parimatch Squad.