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From GFF rumours to ED and GST raids: Mapping the gaming-fintech crackdown

From GFF rumours to ED and GST raids: Mapping the gaming-fintech crackdown

29 May 2026, 08:24 PM

Enforcement Directorate (ED), Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) actions against online gaming and fintech companies in last couple of months.

Hrithik Roshan-endorsed RUGR, Blume-backed IppoPay under DGGI scanner

Hrithik Roshan-endorsed RUGR, Blume-backed IppoPay under DGGI scanner

08 Apr 2026, 02:33 PM

RUGR and IppoPay are now part of the wider investigation into suspected GST violations tied to a high-value online betting case.

At a Glance: Razorpay

At a Glance: Razorpay's M&A activity since its first acquisition in 2019

18 Jun 2025, 10:35 PM

The Head and Tale looks back at those deals struck by Razorpay as the company readies itself for an initial public offering (IPO) in the coming years.

Razorpay picks majority stake in consumer payments platform POP

Razorpay picks majority stake in consumer payments platform POP

17 Jun 2025, 01:58 PM

POP had raised $2.4 million in its seed funding round led by India Quotient and angel investors last year.

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  5. Sarvam AI raising $74 million in extended Series B funding led by Nvidia
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