Notification
No new Notification messages
Q2 FY'24-25 Results of Top Companies
Reliance, TCS, HDFC Bank & more: Explore key financial highlights from India's top quarterly results.
Open a Free Demat Account
Pay ZERO maintenance charges for the first year, get free stock picks daily, and more.
Diwali Offer: MTF at just 9.99%
Iss Diwali, Investments Ko Karo 4X with our Trade Now, Pay Later (MTF) feature
Track Market Movers Instantly
Stay updated with real-time data. Get insights at your fingertips.

Nazara Technologies Subsidiaries Receive ₹1,120 Crore GST Notices

Listen to our Podcast: Grow your wealth and keep it secure.

0:00 / 0:00

Synopsis:

Nazara Technologies' subsidiaries, Openplay Technologies and Halaplay Technologies received show cause notices totaling ₹1,120 crore for GST discrepancies. Collectively, these subsidiaries contributed less than 2% of revenues and 1% of profit of Nazara Technologies in Q1 2024.

Nazara Technologies News Today

Nazara Technologies, a prominent player in online gaming and sports, disclosed that its subsidiaries, Openplay Technologies and Halaplay Technologies, have received show-cause notices from the Director General of GST Intelligence, Kolkata. The notices, issued on July 16, propose a combined liability of ₹1,120 crore under Goods and Services Tax (GST).

Show Cause Notices Details

According to Nazara's exchange filing, Openplay Technologies faces a proposed liability of ₹845.72 crore, while Halaplay Technologies is confronted with ₹274.21 crore. These claims pertain to the calculation of GST based on pooled sums by players rather than gross gaming revenues, as detailed in the company's response to the notices.

Response and Legal Review

Nazara Technologies stated that both subsidiaries are currently evaluating the show cause notices in collaboration with their legal counsels and tax advisors. They aim to assess the implications thoroughly and determine the appropriate course of action moving forward.

Financial Contribution

During the quarter ended March 2024, both subsidiaries collectively accounted for less than 2% of Nazara Technologies' total revenues and less than 1% of its profit, underscoring their relatively minor financial contribution to the company's operations.

Explore: Nazara Technologies Ltd Share Price

Impact on Nazara Technologies Share Price

On Tuesday, Nazara Technologies share price closed at ₹923.20 on the NSE, reflecting a rise of ₹16.65 or 1.84% from the previous day's closing price. The stock remains in focus today after Wednesday’s close on account of Muharram.

Key Takeaways

The issuance of substantial GST show cause notices to Nazara Technologies' subsidiaries highlights a significant regulatory challenge in the online gaming sector. As the company navigates this issue, its response and strategic decisions will be crucial in mitigating financial impact and maintaining stakeholder confidence amidst ongoing legal proceedings.

Disclaimer: Investments in the securities market are subject to market risk, read all related documents carefully before investing.

This content is for educational purposes only. Securities quoted are exemplary and not recommendatory.

For All Disclaimers Click Here: https://bit.ly/3Tcsfuc

Share this article: 

Read More Blogs

Our Secure Trading Platforms

Level up your stock market experience: Download the Bajaj Broking App for effortless investing and trading

Bajaj Broking App Download

8 Lacs + Users

icon-with-text

4.8+ App Rating

icon-with-text

4 Languages

icon-with-text

₹5000+ Cr MTF Book

icon-with-text