PUBG: News
29 Dec 2022
AndroidIs Krafton's BGMI returning to India in January 2023?
The Indian government banned the second coming of PUBG, Battle Grounds India (BGMI), in July this year. Now, it seems that an imminent return is on the cards for Krafton's popular battle royale game.
29 Jul 2022
Rajeev ChandrasekharBGMI game removed from Indian app stores after government ban
Two years after it banned PUBG, the Indian government has brought down the curtain on BGMI, the second coming of the former.
16 Jun 2022
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMeet Ana, a 'hyper-realistic' virtual human by PUBG's parent company
Krafton is known for the popular game PUBG, but that might change soon. A playful and realistic Gen Z virtual woman named "Ana" may soon become the Korean company's poster child.
08 Jun 2022
KolkataTeen shoots mother dead for not letting him play PUBG
In a shocking incident in the Uttar Pradesh capital Lucknow, a 16-year-old boy killed his mother for not letting him play mobile games.
14 Nov 2021
Android'PUBG: New State' reportedly bricking smartphones; game developer Krafton responds
The newest addition to the PUBG game franchise, called PUBG: New State, launched last week. However, gamers soon began reporting their phones were getting bricked when they tried to run the game.
12 Nov 2021
Android'PUBG: New State' finally launched on Android and iOS
Krafton's latest game, PUBG: New State, has been officially launched for iPhone, iPad, and Android devices in 200+ countries, including India.
28 Oct 2021
PUBG Mobile'Battlegrounds Mobile India' announces special in-game offers for Diwali
Popular mobile game franchise Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) is hosting an in-game event to celebrate the Indian festival of lights, Diwali.
15 Jul 2021
TechnologyLatest Battlegrounds Mobile India update includes in-game Tesla Gigafactory, vehicles
Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) has received its first major update since it was officially released on July 2.
02 Jul 2021
PUBG CorporationBattlegrounds Mobile India is now available to all Android users
The replacement of Indian mobile gamer's favorite PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) called Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) was available as an Early Access download, starting May.
16 May 2021
PUBG CorporationHere's how and why to pre-register for Battlegrounds Mobile India
South Korea-based PUBG Corporation recently announced that mobile gamers will be able to pre-register for the Indian version of the game starting May 18.
15 May 2021
TikTokNewsBytes Briefing: New vulnerability affects every internet-connected device, and more
Security researchers have discovered a new FragAttack vulnerability that isn't restricted to smartphones, but encompasses absolutely every single device bearing Wi-Fi capability. It even compromises the new WPA3 Wi-Fi security protocol.
06 May 2021
Gaming BytesPUBG Mobile will be relaunched in India as Battlegrounds Mobile
PUBG players who aren't desperate and/or technically savvy to bypass the India ban with VPN will finally be able to get back to their old habit.
08 Apr 2021
GoogleNewsBytes Briefing: PUBG Mobile bans millions for cheating, and more
When your game is predicated upon competitive multiplayer gameplay, it's a terrible prospect to have cheaters run amok. PUBG Mobile's Ban Pan initiative has been banning in excess of a million players every week.
07 Apr 2021
Gaming BytesPUBG Mobile permanently bans 1.6 million players for cheating
PUBG Mobile has long had a chronic problem with cheaters. The developers have been releasing weekly reports detailing anti-cheat measures. And, now the company has permanently banned a massive 1.6 million player accounts in the five-day period between March 28 and April 1.
01 Mar 2021
Prakash Javadekar'PUBG' just one of many violent, explicit mobile games: Javadekar
Many mobile games are "violent, explicit and addictive," and PUBG was just one example, Union Minister Prakash Javadekar said on Sunday, announcing a government plan to set up a center of excellence in gaming and other related areas to promote Indian cultural ethos.
26 Jan 2021
Indian GovernmentIndian Government will continue ban on PUBG and TikTok
The Indian Government has reportedly sent notices to Chinese app makers relaying that their existing bans will continue. The government had blocked 59 Chinese apps in June and 118 more in September last year.
22 Jan 2021
PUBG Mobile LitePUBG introduces Reputation Levels for good conduct; Won't affect gameplay
PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds' (PUBG) release notes for the 10.2 update list the inclusion of Reputation Levels to promote good conduct. The levels are indicative of perceived player behavior.
21 Jan 2021
TwitterHomegrown game FAU-G coming to Android devices on Republic Day
Fearless and United Guards (FAU-G), a game by Studio nCore Pvt. Ltd. and promoted by Akshay Kumar is set to hit Android devices on January 26. It will compete with popular battle royale game PUBG for a share of the Indian mobile gaming market.
17 Dec 2020
TencentPUBG Mobile India not granted permission for launch, confirms government
The central government has confirmed that it has not granted any permission to PUBG Mobile India for a launch.
24 Nov 2020
WeChatCentre bans 43 more mobile apps; check full list here
The central government on Tuesday decided to ban 43 mobile applications for being "prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity" of India.
12 Nov 2020
TencentPUBG Mobile is returning to India: Here's everything to know
PUBG Corporation, the creator of PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG), has announced it is preparing to soon launch a new game called "PUBG Mobile India" specifically created for the Indian market.
27 Sep 2020
IndiaPUBG ban not likely to be revoked anytime soon: Report
The ban on PUBG came as a big blow for PUBG Corporation, the creator of the title, and Tencent Games, the Chinese company behind its mobile version.
13 Sep 2020
Microsoft#WeeklyRecap: Android 11, affordable Xbox Series S, and more
This week, a number of developments were reported in the world of technology, especially in the consumer tech department.
08 Sep 2020
IndiaPUBG Corporation breaks ties with Tencent Games in India
PUBG Corporation, the original developer of PUBG, has announced the decision to break association with China's Tencent Games in India.
06 Sep 2020
Twitter#WeeklyRecap: PUBG banned, PM Modi's Twitter account hacked, and more
This week, a number of developments were reported in the world of technology, but two events gained particular attention.
05 Sep 2020
iOS#TechBytes: 5 PUBG MOBILE alternatives you can try
India's decision to ban PUBG MOBILE among 118 Chinese apps has left fans of the Battle Royale hit reeling.
05 Sep 2020
Narendra ModiAll you need to know about Akshay Kumar's FAU-G game
Just days after the Indian government placed a fresh ban on more than 100 Chinese apps including the popular battle royale game PUBG amid escalated tension in Ladakh, a made-in-India alternative has been announced.
04 Sep 2020
TencentPUBG maker Tencent will engage with India for ban reversal
Earlier this week, India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology announced the decision to ban more than 100 Chinese apps over national security concerns.
02 Sep 2020
IndiaAfter TikTok, India bans PUBG, 117 more Chinese mobile apps
Amid fresh provocation by Chinese in Ladakh, India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has banned as many as 118 Chinese applications.
27 Jul 2020
IndiaIndia mulls ban on 275 more Chinese apps, including PUBG
Weeks after banning as many as 59 applications from China over safety concerns, India has put 275 more apps from the neighboring nation on its radar.
12 Jul 2020
Facebook#WeeklyRecap: Instagram's Reels, Jio's WhatsApp clone, Google's smart speaker, more
This week, tech giants like Google, Facebook, and Jio made headlines in the world of technology.
09 Jul 2020
FacebookFacebook to PUBG, Army directs troops to delete 89 apps
Amid growing security concerns, the Indian Army has directed its troops to delete 89 smartphone applications.
13 May 2020
Gaming Bytes#GamingBytes: Five tips to defeat PUBG squads single-handedly
PUBG is one of the most tactically intense Battle Royales where gamers play in solos, duos or squads, trying to win the chicken dinner.
12 May 2020
Battle RoyalePUBG: Five things you should know about 'Vikendi'
PUBG is one of the most tactically accurate, competitive Battle Royale games where players must fight in solos, duos or squads as they try to win the chicken dinner among 100 gamers.
07 May 2020
Gaming Bytes#GamingBytes: Best loot locations and landing spots in PUBG
PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds or PUBG is one of the most popular 'Battle Royale' games.
04 May 2020
iOSBattle of Battle Royales: PUBG vs Fortnite vs Apex Legends
Gaming space, in recent years, has been dominated by Battle Royale titles.
03 May 2020
Gaming Bytes#GamingBytes: Five PUBG tips for quick healing
PUBG has made its mark in the Battle Royale genre for its military tactical approach. Due to this, both planning the looting and killing in-game become instrumental in winning the chicken dinner.
23 Apr 2020
Gaming BytesPUBG Mobile: Five best guns to use in Miramar
PUBG Mobile is one of the most tactically intense Battle Royale games and for players to survive, their choice of weapon becomes really important.
21 Apr 2020
Gaming Bytes#GamingBytes: Five guns pros prefer to use in PUBG Mobile
PUBG Mobile is a competitive Battle Royale and the intensity increases with a rise in the number of gamers.
20 Apr 2020
Gaming Bytes#GamingBytes: Five easy tips to win chicken dinner in Sanhok
PUBG Mobile is one of the most tactically intense Battle Royale games and the competition is getting tougher with an increase in the game's popularity.