Terms & Conditions

Compliance Notice

These Terms have been completely revised to comply with the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025.

MANDATORY LEGAL DISCLAIMER: The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 has completely prohibited all real-money online gaming in India effective August 21, 2025. Lotus365 has immediately ceased all betting, wagering, and real-money gaming services. These Terms now govern only our free-to-play educational gaming and e-sports services.

Compliance with Online Gaming Act, 2025

Immediate Service Changes

All real-money betting has been permanently discontinued
Financial gambling transactions are completely prohibited
Casino-style games with monetary stakes are banned
Sports betting markets have been removed entirely

Only Permitted Services

Free-to-play cricket prediction games with virtual rewards only
Educational cricket content and statistical analysis
E-sports competitions with performance-based recognition (no monetary prizes)
Social gaming features for cricket fan community building

Prohibited Activities Under Indian Law

Strictly Forbidden

The following activities are criminal offenses under the 2025 Act:

For Users:

Participating in real-money gaming through any platform (penalty: up to 3 years imprisonment)
Facilitating or promoting illegal gambling services (penalty: up to ₹1 crore fine)
Using VPNs or other tools to access prohibited gaming sites
Advertising or recommending illegal betting platforms to others

For Platform Operators:

Offering real-money gaming services (penalty: 3 years imprisonment + ₹1 crore fine)
Processing financial transactions for gambling (penalty: 2 years imprisonment + ₹50 lakh fine)
Advertising gambling services through any medium
Facilitating access to prohibited gaming platforms

User Eligibility Under New Legal Framework

Age and Legal Requirements

Must be 18+ years old with valid government ID verification
Must be legally resident in India or authorized to access Indian services
Must not be subject to gambling addiction treatment or court orders
Must comply with all provisions of the Online Gaming Act, 2025

Prohibited Users

Individuals with gambling addictions (as verified through government databases when available)
Users attempting to circumvent the 2025 Act restrictions
Anyone facilitating illegal real-money gaming activities
Entities promoting prohibited gambling services

Permitted Gaming Activities

Educational Cricket Games

Virtual prediction contests with no monetary value
Statistical analysis tools for cricket match data
Quiz competitions about cricket history and rules
Fantasy team building with points-based scoring only

E-Sports Competitions

Skill-based gaming tournaments with recognition awards
Performance rankings and achievement systems
Community competitions with virtual trophies
Educational workshops on competitive gaming

Strictly No Money Involved

Involve no real money deposits, withdrawals, or stakes
Offer only virtual rewards like badges, rankings, or recognition
Avoid gambling mechanics such as betting or wagering
Comply with e-sports regulations under the 2025 Act

Mandatory Compliance Monitoring

Real-Time Violation Detection

Attempts to create real-money gaming features
Communication about illegal betting between users
Links or references to prohibited gambling sites
Suspicious patterns that might indicate Act violations

User Reporting Obligations

Offers to participate in illegal real-money gaming
Attempts by others to facilitate prohibited gambling
Suspicious activities that might violate the 2025 Act
External solicitations for betting or wagering services

Cooperation with Authorities

Provide information to investigating officers when legally required
Allow access to account data during compliance reviews
Participate in audits conducted by the Online Gaming Authority
Report violations to appropriate government agencies

Enhanced Penalties and Enforcement

Criminal Liability

Cognizable, non-bailable offenses allowing arrest without warrant
Corporate liability extending to company officers and directors
Enhanced penalties for repeat offenders (up to 5 years imprisonment)
Asset seizure and forfeiture for illegal gaming operations

Platform Enforcement Actions

Suspend accounts showing signs of prohibited activity
Report violations to designated government authorities
Cooperate fully with law enforcement investigations
Provide evidence for prosecution of illegal gaming activities

Data Sharing with Government Authorities

Mandatory Disclosure

Online Gaming Authority for compliance verification
Designated investigation officers for enforcement actions
Financial Intelligence Unit for transaction monitoring
Cybercrime authorities for illegal gaming investigations

Without User Consent

Without prior notification during active investigations
Without court orders for national security matters
In real-time for ongoing compliance monitoring
Retroactively for historical compliance audits

Financial Transaction Prohibitions

Completely Banned

Processing payments for gambling or betting services
Facilitating transfers to illegal gaming platforms
Converting virtual currency to real money through gaming
Accepting deposits for wagering or betting purposes

Approved Transactions

Subscription fees for premium educational content
Registration costs for legitimate e-sports competitions
Administrative charges for platform access (where legally permitted)
Donations to cricket development programs (with proper licensing)

Intellectual Property Under New Framework

Government-Approved Content

Educationally focused cricket content complying with the Act
E-sports materials meeting government promotion criteria
Social gaming features that avoid gambling mechanics
Community tools that support legitimate cricket fandom

Prohibited Content

References to betting odds, tips, or strategies
Gambling-related imagery or terminology
Links or advertisements for prohibited gaming services
Content encouraging real-money gaming activities

Youth Protection Measures

Mandatory parental consent for users 18-21 (when technically feasible)
Automatic usage limits to prevent excessive gaming
Educational content about gambling addiction risks
Regular wellness checks through platform messaging

Addiction Prevention

Behavioral pattern analysis to identify problematic usage
Mandatory breaks during extended gaming sessions
Referral systems to professional counseling services
Family notification options for concerning activity patterns

Platform Modifications for Compliance

Immediate Changes

Complete removal of all betting and wagering features
Conversion of existing accounts to free-play only
Enhanced monitoring systems for compliance verification
New user interfaces removing gambling-related elements

Ongoing Adaptations

Modify services to ensure continued Act compliance
Remove features that might facilitate prohibited activities
Implement additional monitoring as required by authorities
Cease operations if compliance becomes impossible

Termination and Account Closure

Mandatory Closure

Any attempt to engage in real-money gaming
Promotion or facilitation of illegal gambling activities
Violation of compliance monitoring requirements
Failure to cooperate with government investigations

Voluntary Closure

Without penalties for compliance-related concerns
With data retention as required by the 2025 Act
Subject to ongoing legal retention requirements
After completion of any pending investigations

Limitation of Liability Under New Law

Government enforcement actions under the 2025 Act
Service interruptions due to compliance requirements
Account restrictions imposed for legal compliance
Data sharing mandated by government authorities

Maximum Liability

Service fees paid for legitimate educational content
Subscription costs for approved e-sports participation
Administrative charges for platform access
Zero liability for any gambling-related claims

Dispute Resolution Under New Framework

Government Priority

Act compliance issues must be reported to authorities first
Suspected violations cannot be resolved through internal processes
Legal investigations override private dispute resolution
National security matters are excluded from user dispute mechanisms

Limited Internal Resolution

Technical issues with approved gaming features
Account access problems for legitimate services
Educational content quality or accuracy concerns
Community interaction disputes not involving illegal activities

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 (primary authority)
Information Technology Act, 2000 (as amended)
Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002
All applicable Indian criminal and civil laws

Exclusive Jurisdiction

Online Gaming Authority for compliance issues
Designated Courts under the 2025 Act
Cybercrime tribunals for technology-related violations
Indian courts only - no international arbitration

Emergency Compliance Updates

Government directives requiring immediate compliance
Court orders mandating service modifications
National security requirements affecting platform operations
Public safety concerns related to online gaming

User Notification

Platform alerts for all active users
Email notifications where technically possible
Government announcements through official channels
Legal notices as required by authorities

Contact for Legal Compliance

Compliance Officer: compliance@playbetlotus365.com
Legal Department: legal@playbetlotus365.com
Government Relations: govt-relations@playbetlotus365.com

Regulatory Authorities

Online Gaming Authority: [Contact details to be provided by Government]
Cybercrime Cell: cybercrime@gov.in
Financial Intelligence Unit: fiu-ind@gov.in

By continuing to use Lotus365 services, you acknowledge full understanding of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, commit to complete compliance with its provisions, and accept that any violations may result in criminal prosecution under Indian law. Our platform is designed to serve only legitimate educational and e-sports gaming needs within the strict boundaries established by Indian legislation.