“LAW OF DIGITAL SKIES AND VIRTUAL WORLD: LIABILITY, PRIVACY AND GOVERNANCE OF UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS AND ONLINE GAMING”

About the Book

This edited book addresses the evolving legal challenges at the intersection of emerging technologies, focusing on unmanned aerial systems (drones) and online gaming. It examines the complex issues surrounding liability, privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, and regulatory governance in an era where digital skies and virtual realms are reshaping society, commerce, and law. The book aims to bring together interdisciplinary perspectives to analyze legal frameworks, ethical considerations, and policy responses for ensuring accountability, safety, and rights protection in these dynamic digital domains.

 The suggested themes for the chapters of the proposed book are as follows:

Part I — Governance and Regulatory Framework

– Drone Rules, 2021 & Amendments, Digital Sky Platform

– IT Rules on Online Gaming & State vs Centre Jurisdiction

– Global Best Practices: FAA (USA), EASA (EU)

Part II — Liability, Accountability and IPR

– Liability for drone operations, accidents, insurance

– Platform liability in gaming – fraud, addiction, suicide cases

– Intellectual Property in Virtual Worlds, E-sports & Gaming Assets

Part III — Privacy, Security and Emerging Challenges

– Data Privacy & Aerial Surveillance – Puttaswamy Judgment

– Cybersecurity in Connected Drones & Gaming

– AI, Biometrics, Dark Patterns & Ethical Issues

Part IV — New Paradigm: PROG Act, 2025

– Overview of Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025

– Complete ban on Online Money Games, Ban on Ads & Financial Transactions

– Penalties: 3 years + Rs. 1 Cr fine, Promotion of E-Sports & Social Games

– Impact on Industry & Constitutional Challenges

Part V — Tax Liability and Financial Regulation

– GST @ 28% on Online Gaming: Constitutional Validity & Policy Impact

– Income Tax on Winnings (Section 115BBJ) and TDS

– Drone Taxation, Import Policy & PLI Scheme for Drones

– Financial Regulation: FDI, Money Laundering, Offshore Gaming Apps & PMLA

– Tax Evasion and Enforcement by DGGI

This list is just illustrative and not exhaustive. Researchers are welcomed for papers on any topic which is related to the core theme.

CALL FOR PAPERS

The original and unpublished papers are invited for an Edited Book having ISBN to be published by reputed publisher. Research papers are invited from Academicians, Professionals, Advocates, Practitioners, Research Scholars and Students etc. Participants will be invited to contribute research papers on sub-themes and selected papers will be published in the form of an Edited Book having ISBN. The Editorial Board reserves the right to disqualify the research paper in case of plagiarism. The submissions of the research paper should not infringe the copyright of the third party. The Editorial Board reserves the right to make suitable amendments in the final draft of the research papers at the author’s end.

IMPORTANT DATES

LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACT:      5th November, 2026    (300 words)

INTIMATION OF APPROVAL OF ABSTRACT:            20th November, 2026

LAST DATE FOR FULL CHAPTER SUBMISSION:     15 January 2027

(5000-8000 words)

PUBLICATION OF BOOK:                                       April-May 2027

The papers should be sent by e-mail to editors.gndu2026@gmail.com. Papers submitted after the last date shall not be considered for publication.

PUBLICATION FEES:

Publication Fee from Academicians, Professionals, Advocates, Practitioners, Research Scholars is Rs. 500/-. Payment will be made by the author at the time of acceptance of full paper after the review process of the research paper.

BRIEF GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSIONS

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION:

1. Abstract submission must be strictly in MS Word format only. (Submission made in any other format shall not be considered)
2. Co-authorship is limited to the maximum of two authors.
3. All submissions must be made in the English language only. Abstract shall not exceed more than 250-300 words including keywords (maximum 5). Author(s) names, designation and their affiliations are not included.
4. Format: All submissions must be in Book Antiqua, Font Size 10, Justified and with 1-Line Spacing, Paper Size: A4 Sheet with margin of 1 cm each side.
5. Abstract is being accompanied by a Cover page which must include the details in the following order:
6. Theme of the Chapter
7. Title of the Chapter

• Name of the Author and Co-Author (if any)

1. Designation and Contact details of Author and Co-Author (e-mail IDs/contact or mobile numbers etc.)

FULL CHAPTER SUBMISSION:

1. Full chapter submission must be strictly in MS Word format only. Submission made in any other format shall not be considered.
2. Co-authorship is limited to the maximum of two authors.
3. All submissions must be made in the English language only. Chapter should be original and unpublished work of the author(s) and any form of plagiarism is strictly prohibited.
4. Plagiarism Criteria: 10% and AI Plagiarism Criteria: 20%, excluding footnotes and bibliography. Both Reports should be attached at the time of submission of the full paper.
5. The word limit of the final full submitted paper should not be more than 5000 words 8000 words (Maximum).
6. The author(s) must give a declaration of the originality of the work. The UGC Anti- plagiarism guidelines shall be adhered. Author(s) shall solely be responsible for the accuracy of statements, opinion and view presented in the chapter.
7. Full chapter must be accompanied by a Cover page which must include following details:
8. Theme of the Chapter
9. Title of the Chapter

• Name of the Author and Co-Author (if any)

1. Designation and Contact details of Author and Co-Author (e-mail IDs/contact or mobile numbers etc.)
2. Format for main body: All submissions must be in Font-Book Antiqua, Font Size-10, Justified and with 1-Line Spacing, Paper Size: A4 Sheet with margin of 1 cm each side.
3. For citation of the Full chapter, you may refer to APA Style of Citation, 7th Reference regarding APA Style of Citation, 7th Edition https://libguides.csudh.edu/citation/apa-7 or https://libguides.csudh.edu/ld.php?content_id=52097964.
4. Research Paper with footnote is accepted for publication. Research Paper with Endnotes/References is not accepted for publication.
5. Full chapter shall be submitted via email only at gndu2026@gmail.com.

ANTI-PLAGIARISM DECLARATION:

Each participant is required to submit an Anti-Plagiarism Declaration along with the research paper stating that his/her paper is an original and bona fide piece of research work and that it has not been published or being considered for publication elsewhere.

DISCLAIMER:

The views expressed by the author’s in research papers of this book are not the official view of the Editorial Board. They are the independent views of the author’s. So the author(s) are only responsible for their articles. The Editorial Board shall not be responsible for the views expressed by the author’s. All rights are reserved with Editors. No part of this publication can be reproduced or transmitted in any form or any means, without prior permission of the Editors.