Google has recently reached a settlement with the Competition Commission of India (CCI) over allegations of unfair practices in the Android TV sector, agreeing to pay Rs 20.24 crore. This settlement is significant as it is the first of its kind under the revised Competition Act. As part of the agreement, Google will provide standalone licenses for Play Store and Play Services, and will also waive the Android Compatibility Commitments for devices that are shipped to India without Google apps. This move is expected to promote fair competition in the market and provide more options for consumers. It comes after CCI found Google guilty of abusing its dominant position in the market. The tech giant has been under scrutiny in various countries for alleged anti-competitive practices, and this settlement demonstrates a step towards addressing such concerns. With this resolution, Google aims to comply with the regulations set by the Indian authorities and maintain a level playing field for all players in the Android TV ecosystem. This development is likely to have a positive impact on the competition landscape in the Indian market and may lead to more choices for consumers when it comes to Android TV devices.

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Google settles Rs 20.24 crore CCI dispute over Android TV, offers standalone licenses in India.
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