Gaming
TATA IPL Fan witnesses thousands of dans catching the action on JioCinema
Mumbai: JioCinema, the digital rights holder of the TATA Indian Premier League, has invited fans to TATA IPL Fan Parks experience across Ghaziabad, Gorakhpur, Rohtak, Ajmer, Nashik and Kochi as excitement around the league reached fever pitch. Thousands turned up in support of their favorite teams that were in action over the weekend.
Ghaziabad, Gorakhpur, Rohtak witnessed Royal Challengers Bangalore beat Delhi Capitals by 23 runs in the first game of the double-header on Saturday while Punjab Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants by two wickets in the second match.
Fans in Ajmer, Nashik, and Kochi saw Mumbai Indians defeat Kolkata Knight Riders by five wickets in the first game of the double-header on Sunday followed by Rajasthan Royals win over Gujarat Titans by three wickets in the second match.
Access to the TATA IPL Fan Park was free of cost and both games were live streaming on giant LED screens through JioCinema. The TATA IPL Fan Park had a wide variety of offerings for people of all ages, including a dedicated Family Zone, Kids Zone, Food & Beverages, and the JioCinema Experience Zone.
Ramleela Ground in Ghantaghar, Marwar Inter College in Naseerabad, Old ITI Dasahra Ground in Rohtak, Chhatrapati Shivaji Stadium, Nashik, Dayanand College, Ram Ganj Area, Ajmer, and Stadium Ground, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Kaloor, Ernakulam were transformed into entertainment hubs as people were able to not just catch live action but also enjoy with their family and friends.
The fan park was part of JioCinema’s comprehensive plans to take cricket to every internet user and every community with access to the internet by inviting fans to TATA IPL Fan Parks across more than 35 cities and towns. Extending their digital-first offerings, JioCinema plans to make out-of-home sports viewing omnipresent across 13 states, for the first time on digital.
Gaming
Skyesports, GodLike Esports sign MoU with Maharashtra Cyber
Partnership promotes esports growth and cyber hygiene across the state.
MUMBAI: Skyesports and Godlike Esports just teamed up with Maharashtra Cyber because when you’re levelling up gaming in India, even the police want to join the squad. Skyesports, India’s leading esports and gaming IP builder, and premier organisation Godlike Esports have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Maharashtra Cyber, the state’s nodal cyber security office, to foster esports development while embedding cyber hygiene and online safety practices across Maharashtra.
The agreement, formalised during a closed-door meeting in Mumbai, aligns with the state’s push to grow the orange economy and positions Maharashtra as a rising hub for digital gaming and esports. It emphasises responsible participation, cyber awareness and safe digital conduct among gamers and youth.
Under the MoU, Skyesports will organise and promote tournaments and community initiatives infused with cyber hygiene messaging. GodLike Esports will contribute through professional player mentorship, community engagement and awareness programmes encouraging positive behaviour. Maharashtra Cyber will support safety campaigns and promote responsible online practices within the ecosystem.
Skyesports founder and CEO Shiva Nandy said, “The growth of esports requires strong collaboration between the industry and government stakeholders. This MoU with Maharashtra Cyber represents an important step toward strengthening Maharashtra’s esports ecosystem through responsible gaming initiatives and grassroots engagement.”
Maharashtra Cyber additional director general of police Yashasvi Yadav added, “As esports continues to grow rapidly among young audiences, it is equally important to promote safe and responsible digital practices within the gaming ecosystem.”
Godlike Esports, founder Chetan “Kronten” Chandgude noted, “The true growth of esports in India lies in strengthening its roots at the grassroots level. This collaboration will support the state’s vision of building a strong and sustainable esports ecosystem.”
Eyrie Entertainment will cover and amplify Maharashtra Cyber’s cyber awareness activities across events and campaigns.
The partnership reflects a forward-looking effort to nurture Maharashtra’s esports talent pipeline while ensuring rapid growth is matched by strong digital safety guardrails. Further initiatives, tournaments and outreach programmes are expected to be announced soon.
In a state where gaming is levelling up faster than broadband speeds, this MoU isn’t just paperwork, it’s a power-up that turns players into safer, smarter pros, one secure headshot at a time.
