Gaming
IAMAI announces new leadership for Digital Gaming Committee
MUMBAI: The Internet and Mobile Association of India [IAMAI] announced the appointment of Bhavit Sheth, co-founder & COO of Dream Sports (Dream11), as the new chairman of its Digital Gaming Committee. Nikhil Bansal, Industry Head – Gaming & eServices at Google has been appointed as the co-chairman of the Committee.
Sheth and Bansal takes over the leadership from Bhavin Pandya, co-founder, Games 24X7, who served as a chairman of the committee and Dilsher Malhi, founder and CEO, Zupee, and Ankush Gera, co-founder & CEO, Junglee Games, as co-chairs of the committee.
The IAMAI Digital Gaming Committee represents the interest of India’s rapidly growing digital gaming ecosystem, which includes game developers, platforms, technology providers, and service partners. The committee plays a pivotal role in driving dialogue with policymakers, advocating for responsible gaming, and supporting the sustainable growth of the sector.
Bhavit Sheth, with his deep experience in building one of India’s largest sports technology companies, brings valuable insights into entrepreneurship, user engagement, and industry advocacy. Nikhil Bansal, through his role at Google, brings a global perspective on digital gaming trends, monetization strategies, and regulatory best practices.
On his appointment, Sheth said: “It’s an honour to take on the role of Chairman of IAMAI’s Digital Gaming Committee. The sector has immense potential to drive innovation, create jobs, and contribute to the vision of Digital India. I look forward to working closely with industry peers and policymakers to promote responsible gaming and build a sustainable ecosystem that benefits players, creators, and the broader community.”
Bansal said, “I’m excited to join as co-chairman of IAMAI’s Digital Gaming Committee and collaborate with stakeholders to unlock new opportunities for growth. India’s gaming landscape is evolving rapidly, and by fostering dialogue, best practices, and innovation, we can help shape an inclusive and thriving industry that delivers great experiences for millions of gamers.”
Gaming
Konami concludes successful eFootball India campaign
Campaign featuring Rinku Singh, Varun Chakravarthy and other stars boosts engagement ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026.
MUMBAI: When cricket meets football in the virtual world, even the biggest fans can’t help but score and Konami’s latest eFootball campaign in India has clearly hit the back of the net. Konami Digital Entertainment has successfully wrapped up its India campaign for eFootball, which brought together cricketers Rinku Singh and Varun Chakravarthy, actors Naslen Gafoor and Chandu Salim Kumar, and footballers Sahal Abdul Samad and Shubhasish Bose. The multi-star campaign generated strong excitement across gaming, football, and creator communities through social content, fan participation, and in-game engagement.
Building on the initial launch that featured a limited-time Lionel Messi card, the campaign united fan communities, lifestyle creators, football creators, and competitive eFootball influencers. It significantly expanded the game’s visibility and deepened engagement with fans across the country.
The campaign also saw thousands of entries submitted as part of its social media engagement challenge, reflecting high levels of community enthusiasm and active creator involvement.
Looking ahead, Konami plans to build on this momentum with more eFootball experiences for Indian fans as the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches. With global attention on the tournament set to rise, India will remain a key market for deepening community engagement and bringing fans closer to the action.
In a country that lives and breathes sport, Konami has shown that mixing real-world stars with virtual thrills is a winning formula leaving fans eagerly waiting for the next goal.
