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Gambling Cons, Scams and Scoundrels Police Raid Stars Poker Room in Bangalore

Police Raid Stars Poker Room in Bangalore

Star Poker Room

The Stars Poker Room which only opened in November 2015 was raided by local police and closed down while it was holding its first live poker tournament. The poker room was only allowed to open after the Bengaluru High Court ruled that poker was a game of skill and not a game of chance.

SThe Indian Poker Association had already opened up a similar venue in Ulsoor in October 2015. Following its success, this second room in Bangalore was opened, operating without any problems from the authorities until its first poker tournament was raided. With the tournament down to just 60 players, approaching the bubble, police burst in and closed down the venue.

With great regret we have to announce the cancellation of Stars Poker Series. Really thankful to all the supporters who stood by. We are still continuing cash games & sit ā€˜nā€™ games at IPA Stars.

Rajeev Raut ā€“ Stars Poker Room

The recently opened poker room which bears an uncanny resemblance to the official PokerStars brand has no connection with the online poker brand but has since caught the attention of the big name in poker.

We actively monitor our IP portfolio and third party use of such rights, taking formal action as and when needed to protect our rights and reputation in the marketplace.

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