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IFES Unveils eX Club, Creating New Pathways for Careers in Gaming and Esports

New Initiative Aims to Empower Students, Gamers, Creators, and Educational Institutions Through Structured Esports Development, Global Rankings, and Career Opportunities New Delhi, India: The International Federation of Esports (IFES) has officially launched the eX Club (Esports Excellence Club), a first-of-its-kind global initiative designed to transform gaming communities into structured ecosystems of learning, competition, networking, leadership, and career development. The initiative aims to bring together students, gamers, content creators, educational institutions, gaming communities, and industry stakeholders under a unified platform that promotes excellence in esports while creating pathways for professional growth…

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Speaker Announcement | ESCOM 2026 | Nauman Mulla | STAN

We are excited to welcome Nauman Mulla as a featured speaker at ESCOM 2026. As the Co-Founder & COO of STAN, one of India’s fastest-growing gaming and creator community platforms, Nauman has played a pivotal role in building a thriving ecosystem connecting millions of gamers, creators, brands, and esports enthusiasts across the country. STAN has grown into one of Asia’s largest gaming communities, serving tens of millions of users and redefining fan engagement in gaming. With extensive experience spanning esports, gaming, creator economy, operations, partnerships, and community building, Nauman has…

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Bharat Gaming Masters 2026 Set to Unite India’s Top Gamers for Global Representation

New Delhi: In a major development for India’s rapidly growing esports industry, the International Federation of Esports (IFES) has officially announced the launch of Bharat Gaming Masters (BGM) 2026, a nationwide esports championship aimed at identifying and nurturing India’s top gaming talent while creating a pathway to international competition. The championship is being positioned as one of India’s largest esports initiatives, featuring a prize pool exceeding INR 50 Lakhs and providing gamers with an opportunity to compete across multiple globally recognized gaming titles. Registrations for Bharat Gaming Masters 2026 have…

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IFES Unveils Official Logo of Bharat Gaming Masters (BGM) 2026; Winners to Represent India at International Gaming Masters Cup 2027

New Delhi: In a landmark development for India’s rapidly growing esports ecosystem, the International Federation of Esports has officially unveiled the logo of Bharat Gaming Masters (BGM) 2026, a nationwide esports championship designed to identify, nurture, and elevate India’s finest gaming talent to the global stage. The launch of Bharat Gaming Masters marks the beginning of a new era in competitive gaming, positioning India among the emerging global leaders in esports and digital sports. The championship is being developed as a large-scale national esports property that will connect grassroots gaming…

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Nihal Sarin Qualifies for Esports World Cup 2026 Chess Event

Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin has officially secured qualification for the chess event at the upcoming Esports World Cup 2026 through the Champions Chess Tour (CCT) leaderboard standings. Representing Indian esports organization S8UL, Nihal becomes one of the few Indian players to earn a place at the prestigious tournament, joining fellow Grandmaster Aravindh Chithambaram. The Esports World Cup chess competition is scheduled to take place from August 11 to 15 in Paris and will feature a prize pool of USD 1.5 million (approximately ₹14.3 crore). The larger Esports World Cup festival…

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Saudi Arabia Introduces Gaming and Esports into National School Curriculum

is taking a major step toward the future of digital education by officially integrating game development and esports into its national school curriculum. The initiative marks a significant shift in how gaming is viewed within education systems. For years, video games were often seen as distractions from academics. Now, Saudi Arabia is positioning gaming as a gateway to technology, creativity, and future career opportunities. Rather than focusing purely on playing games, the program aims to teach students how games are created. Schools across the country will introduce subjects related to…

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Esports Careers Gain Global Acceptance as Demand for Education Pathways Rises, Says Logitech G Study

Esports Careers Gain Global Acceptance as Demand for Education Pathways Rises, Says Logitech G Study A new global survey commissioned by Logitech and its gaming division Logitech G suggests that esports and professional gaming are steadily becoming more accepted as viable career options around the world. According to the Logitech G PRO Series Survey released on May 13, nearly 65% of respondents worldwide believe there should be structured education and career pathways for people looking to enter the esports and gaming industry. The findings point toward growing public support for…

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India’s Gaming Shift: Browser Games Rise as Real-Money Gaming Faces Regulatory Heat

Casual Gaming, Esports & Browser-Based Platforms Emerging as the New Growth Engines of India’s Digital Gaming Ecosystem India’s online gaming industry is entering a transformational phase as increasing regulatory scrutiny and restrictions on real-money gaming (RMG) platforms are accelerating the growth of browser games, casual gaming, and esports ecosystems. () The gaming sector spent much of the past year dealing with legal uncertainty, taxation challenges, and policy interventions surrounding online betting and monetary gaming models. Recent developments and proposed regulations have forced several real-money gaming operators to suspend or reconsider…

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India Sets Global Benchmark in Esports Governance: Online Gaming Authority to Transform Industry from May 1

New Delhi: In a landmark move that positions India at the forefront of global gaming regulation, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has officially constituted the Online Gaming Authority of India (OGAI) under the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. The new framework will come into force from May 1, 2026, ushering in a new era of structure, transparency, and global credibility for the country’s rapidly growing gaming ecosystem. A Strategic Leap for India’s Global Leadership The formation of OGAI marks a decisive step by India…

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Level Up the Future — Esports Makes Global Strides in New Delhi!

New Delhi, August 14, 2025: The wait is over! The Esports Community & Industry Summit (ESCOM) 2.0 is gearing up to take center stage at Bharat Mandapam, the crown jewel of India’s convention venues, on 22–23 November 2025. This isn’t just another esports event — this is India’s global leap into the future of esports, gaming, and tech innovation. Whether you’re a gamer, publisher, developer, investor, educator, policymaker, or tech enthusiast — ESCOM 2.0 is the place where the world’s esports and gaming elite converge to learn, connect, invest, and…

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