OnlineRummyY.com (“Website”) is operated by AJMERCURY ICT CONSULTING AND SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) and complies with Indian laws regarding skill-based gaming. This page outlines the legal framework within which the Website operates and the restrictions applicable to certain jurisdictions.
1. Game of Skill
1.1 Skill-Based Game:
Rummy is recognized as a game of skill under Indian law, as affirmed by judgments of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India. Games of skill, where success depends predominantly on a player’s skill, strategy, and decision-making abilities rather than chance, are not considered gambling.
1.2 Legal Exemption:
According to the Public Gambling Act of 1867 and various state-specific laws, games of skill are exempt from prohibitions related to gambling. Hence, playing rummy for stakes is legal in most parts of India.
2. Prohibited Jurisdictions
While playing rummy is legal in most Indian states, some states explicitly prohibit online gaming for real money. Players from the following states are strictly prohibited from accessing or participating in real-money games on OnlineRummyY.com:
- Andhra Pradesh
- Assam
- Meghalaya
- Nagaland
- Odisha
- Sikkim
- Telangana
It is the responsibility of the user to ensure compliance with local laws before accessing the Website. The Company reserves the right to deny access to users from these restricted jurisdictions.
3. Age Restriction
Participation in real-money games is strictly limited to individuals aged 18 years or older. By registering on the Website, users confirm that they meet this age requirement. Any violation of this clause may result in account suspension and forfeiture of winnings.
4. Compliance with Tax Regulations
4.1 Tax Deduction at Source (TDS):
As per Indian tax laws, any winnings above ₹10,000 are subject to Tax Deducted at Source (TDS). The applicable tax will be deducted before winnings are credited to your account, and a TDS certificate will be issued.
4.2 User Responsibility:
Players are solely responsible for reporting their winnings and fulfilling any other tax obligations under Indian law.
5. Dispute Resolution
In case of disputes regarding the legality of rummy or any related issues, the following principles apply:
- The Company will comply with court orders and legal directives.
- Any disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
6. Disclaimer
The Company does not provide any guarantees regarding the legality of accessing the Website in jurisdictions outside India. It is the sole responsibility of the user to ensure compliance with all applicable local laws. The Company assumes no liability for any legal consequences arising from unauthorized use of the Website.
7. Contact Us
For any queries related to the legality of our services, please reach out to us:
Company Name: AJMERCURY ICT CONSULTING AND SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED
Phone No: 7022635662
Address: No. 07, K No. 08, Shop No. 02, Ground Floor, Hennur Bande Road, Byraveshwara Layout, Kalyan Nagar, Bangalore North, Karnataka, India, 560043
Email: ajmercuryconsultpvtltd@gmail.com