
Google has initiated action against 10 Indian companies by removing their apps from the Google Play Store for failing to comply with its billing policies, specifically over not paying a service fee, which Google charges at a rate of 30% for app transactions. This move is part of an ongoing dispute over service fee payments, with Google warning these companies of app removal for evading Play Store fees. Among the affected are popular matrimonial and job search apps, including Bharat Matrimony, Naukri, and 99acres, owned by Info Edge, which received notices demanding payment of the service fee. The tech giant's enforcement action comes amid reports that some Indian startups are exploring legal options and considering passing on a 'Google Fee' to consumers, ranging from 11% to 26%, to counter the impact of these delistings. Industry body IAMAI has condemned the removals as 'unfair and disproportionate,' highlighting the broader tension between Google and Indian app developers over in-app payment fees.
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IndiaTodayFLASHGoogle has removed 10 Indian apps from its Play Store, including popular ones like Bharat Matrimony, Jeevansathi, Naukri, and https://t.co/ChKCrRYZYn https://t.co/lYZBktxMg9
Young Turks🏮 Google has taken down five of Info Edge owned apps including the flagship Naukri app, Naukri Recruiter, Naukrigulf Job Search App, 99acres, and Shiksha. This development is part of Google’s plan to remove Indian app developers who haven’t complied with its billing policy. https://t.co/XMSxG4r2a3
ETtech🚨 Google delisted apps from Play Store without giving due notice: Info Edge Info Edge said that the company’s mobile applications Naukri, Naukri Recruiter, Naukrigulf, 99acres and Shiksha have been delisted from the #Google Play Store. https://t.co/XfU6su6xDe
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