Google removes India`s Paytm from the Play Store — here`s what`s going on
(Android Central)

Paytm has been kicked out of the Play Store for violating Google`s gambling policies. Google just booted Paytm from the Play Store. Listings for both the Paytm app and Paytm First Games have been taken down, and if you try searching for Paytm on the Play Store, all you`ll find is the Paytm for Business app that lets businesses set up payments on the service. Paytm introduced a fantasy cricket tournament ahead of the debut of the Indian Premier League on September 18, leading to the ban. Google states that online casinos or `unregulated gambling apps` that facilitate betting aren`t allowed on the Play Store, and that`s the main motive for removing the app. This is a big blow to Paytm, which has over 350 million downloads on the Play Store and sees ubiquitous usage across all parts of India. Paytm`s growth was fueled by India`s demonetization, where the government took most of the currency notes out of circulation on short notice in a bid to fight corruption. With cash in short supp...