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Google Unbothered By Govt’s Warning On Delisting Of Indian Apps: Bharat Matrimony CEO

Inc42 · 1y ago

Google Unbothered By Govt’s Warning On Delisting Of Indian Apps: Bharat Matrimony CEO

Google continues to face backlash after delisting several prominent apps from its Play Store for non-compliance with billing policies. Bharat Matrimony's founder and CEO, Murugavel Janakiraman, confirmed that the startup's 150+ apps on the Play Store have yet to be reinstated. This is despite apps from Shaadi.com and Info-Edge finally being restored. Janakiraman stated that Google informed him that the impacted apps would only be relisted if they comply with the user choice billing system. The delisting has sparked criticism and calls for app reinstatement and a rollback of Google's new payment system.

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Google Delists Info Edge’s Naukri & 99acres; Founders Say Google Killing Indian Startups

Inc42 · 1y ago

Google Delists Info Edge’s Naukri & 99acres; Founders Say Google Killing Indian Startups

Google continues to crack down on Indian startups, delisting apps from its Play Store. Naukri.com and 99acres, both owned by Info Edge, have had their apps removed, while others such as Bharat Matrimony, Shaadi.com, and TrulyMadly have also been delisted. Startups are calling for government intervention to address what they see as Google's dominance and unfair commission charges. Some are advocating for a state-backed app marketplace to compete with big tech companies. Google has not responded directly to the founders' complaints.

IAMAI advises Google not to delist apps

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

IAMAI advises Google not to delist apps

The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) has urged Google to refrain from delisting any apps from Google Play. This comes in response to reports that Google may remove apps from 10 Indian companies from the Play Store due to non-compliance with Google Play policies. Google has already removed apps from Bharat Matrimony, Shaadi.com, Jodii, Stage, Truly Madly, and Alt, citing non-compliance with App Store billing policies. IAMAI has stated that four of its members have received notices from Google and believe that a substantive hearing is pending before the Supreme Court of India.

Google Delisting Row: Startup Founders Meet Ministers, Seek Action Against The Tech Giant

Inc42 · 1y ago

Google Delisting Row: Startup Founders Meet Ministers, Seek Action Against The Tech Giant

Several Indian startup founders met with central government ministers to discuss their concerns over Google's delisting of apps and sought government intervention. The virtual meetings with IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Minister of State Rajeev Chandrasekhar were attended by founders such as Murugavel Janakiraman of Bharat Matrimony, Snehil Khanor of Truly Madly, and Vinay Singhal of STAGE, among others. They raised issues regarding the impact on employment, innovation, tax collection, and urged the revamping of competition laws to address Google's alleged discriminatory pricing and abuse of market dominance. The ministers promised to take up the matter with Google for a sustainable solution and encouraged a level playing field for startups.

Mint Explainer: Who’s winning the app war – Google or Indian startups?

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Mint Explainer: Who’s winning the app war – Google or Indian startups?

Google has temporarily removed the apps of several popular Indian startups, including Bharat Matrimony, Shaadi.com, Naukri, and 99acres, from its Play Store. The move came after Google sent notices to startups, stating that their apps would be restored if they started paying a service fee to be listed on the store. The action caused controversy within the Indian startup community, leading to government intervention and subsequent restoration of the apps. The debate surrounding app store fees originated globally, as regulators in the US and the European Union have been engaging with Google about its Play Store charges.

Indian firms begrudgingly comply with Google Play rules while seeking regulatory intervention

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Indian firms begrudgingly comply with Google Play rules while seeking regulatory intervention

Several Indian firms, including Shaadi, Matrimony.com, and Bharat Matrimony, have started complying with Google's Play Store billing rules to have their apps reinstated on the platform. Other apps that have returned include Naukri and 99acres by Info Edge, Kuku FM, Stage, Altt by Alt Balaji, and QuackQuack. Google provides three options for in-purchases: the consumption-only model, the Google Play billing system, or an alternative billing system. Some developers, however, have sought government intervention and approached India's antitrust regulator to address the issue. The dispute centers around Google's fees and its alleged preferential treatment of large companies.

Google’s Delisting Of Apps Cannot Be Permitted: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Inc42 · 1y ago

Google’s Delisting Of Apps Cannot Be Permitted: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Tech giant Google recently removed several popular Indian apps from its Play Store due to non-compliance with billing policies. The move has been met with criticism from the Indian government and industry leaders, who argue that such delisting should not be allowed. IT and Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the government takes a strong view on the issue and will not permit the delisting of apps. Meanwhile, affected companies are urging the government to intervene and restore their apps. The dispute between Google and Indian startups over billing policies has been ongoing, with the Supreme Court involved in hearing pleas challenging the policy.

Google India may remove BharatMatrimony, Info Edge and 8 others for non-payment.

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Google India may remove BharatMatrimony, Info Edge and 8 others for non-payment.

Google is reportedly considering removing apps from 10 Indian companies, including popular matrimony apps, due to a dispute over service fee payments. The disagreement arises from Google's imposition of a service fee on in-app payments. The move could escalate tensions and has already affected the stock prices of some companies involved. Google maintains that its fees support investments in the app store and Android OS. This potential removal of apps raises concerns within the Indian startup community.

Google Play Delists Indian Apps: Dark Day For Indian Internet, Say Startup Founders

Inc42 · 1y ago

Google Play Delists Indian Apps: Dark Day For Indian Internet, Say Startup Founders

Indian startups are criticizing Google Play for delisting their apps for not complying with the user choice billing system. According to founders, their apps were removed following a Supreme Court ruling on February 9 that declined relief to Indian app developers. The delisting came with short notice, not enough time for startups to respond. Some founders have expressed plans to take legal action against Google. The tech giant claims the delisted companies violated Google Play's policies while complying with payment policies of other app stores. This battle stems from the user choice billing system implemented by Google last year, which drew criticism from startups. Alternative app stores, such as PhonePe's Indus Appstore, have since emerged to challenge the dominance of Google Play.

Google reinstates popular Indian apps in Play Store, government says delisting cannot be permitted

Thehindubusinessline

Thehindubusinessline · 1y ago

Google reinstates popular Indian apps in Play Store, government says delisting cannot be permitted

Google has reinstated several Indian apps, including those from Info Edge, after they complied with Play Store billing policies. The move comes after the Indian government criticized Google for delisting around ten Indian apps. However, some apps, such as QuackQuack, TrulyMadly, and Stage, remain delisted. The Indian IT and Telecom Minister has called for a meeting on Monday to address the issue, stating that Indian startups should be protected and not subject to the policies of big tech companies. Google had recently announced its payment policy, offering different billing options for developers.

Google to remove some Indian apps over Play Store fees violation

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Google to remove some Indian apps over Play Store fees violation

Google has announced that it will remove apps from its Play Store in India if developers fail to comply with its billing policies. The move comes after several companies in India, including Bharat Matrimony and Shadi.com, challenged Google's Play Store billing policy earlier this year. Google stated that these developers had ample time to comply with the policies but chose not to do so. The company will begin removing non-compliant apps from Friday onwards. Google's decision is aimed at creating a level playing field and ensuring consistent policy enforcement across the ecosystem.

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