India shuts 242 illegal betting and gambling websites under online gaming law - Yogonet

Source: Yogonet | Published: Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT | Topic: Betting

This betting update is curated from Yogonet and adapted for Muskan players. For the official Muskan app and betting hub, use the invitation link.

Online Betting in India — Legal Guide 2026

India's online betting landscape is governed by the Public Gambling Act of 1867 and individual state laws. While most states prohibit traditional gambling, online betting through international platforms like Muskan (licensed by Curaçao eGaming) operates in a legal grey area accessible to Indian players in states without specific anti-online-betting laws.

States Where Online Betting is Legal

  • Sikkim — Online gaming and sports betting regulated by Sikkim Online Gaming Act 2008
  • Nagaland — Skill-based gaming regulated by Nagaland Act 2016
  • Goa — Casino-based gambling regulated by Goa Public Gambling Act 1976
  • Daman — Permits casino operations

States with Restrictions

  • Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka — Online betting restricted
  • Maharashtra — Anti-online-gambling law (but skill-based fantasy is legal)
  • Other states — No specific online betting laws, generally legal for international platforms

Muskan Compliance

Muskan operates under Curaçao eGaming license #8048/JAZ and accepts Indian players above 18 years old. The platform promotes responsible gambling and offers self-exclusion tools, deposit limits, and reality checks.

About Muskan

Muskan is a leading India-facing casino and sportsbook platform licensed by Curaçao eGaming. The platform offers casino games (slots, live casino, crash games, table games, lottery), sports betting (cricket, football, tennis, basketball, esports), and the World Cup 2026 hub. Download the official Muskan app via the invitation link for a 100% first-deposit welcome bonus up to ₹20,000.

Muskan Recommended Pages

New users are encouraged to complete KYC before their first withdrawal to prevent pending-time on later cash-out requests.

Two-factor authentication adds a strong layer of protection; enable it from account settings once your profile is fully registered.

In-app purchases and deposits use the same payment methods you registered; saved cards never expire unless you remove them manually.

Account recovery uses the registered email and the last four digits of the deposit method; support never asks for the full card number.

In-game statistics are refreshed every minute, so a hot streak on the lobby leaderboard can shift quickly with new joiners.

Account recovery uses the registered email and the last four digits of the deposit method; support never asks for the full card number.

India Player FAQ

Is Muskan Online available for Indian players?

Yes. Muskan Online is written for Indian Android users and focuses on INR payments, mobile play, account safety and responsible gaming guidance.

Does Muskan Online support UPI, Paytm or PhonePe?

Payment availability can vary by account and region, but Indian players should always check the cashier page for UPI, Paytm, PhonePe, Google Pay, NetBanking and INR options before depositing.

How can Indian players stay safe while playing online?

Use a strong password, enable OTP or two-step verification when available, set a clear budget, avoid chasing losses and play only if you are 18+ and local rules allow it.

Which games are popular with Indian users?

Teen Patti, Rummy, Aviator-style crash games, fishing games, slots and cricket-themed games are common choices among mobile-first Indian players.