Indian authority fines Google twice: Finds conduct unlawful in the android mobile device ecosystem and play store policies

Continuing its crackdown on the Indian digital sector, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), within a span of five days, imposed penalties worth INR 1,337.76 crore (~USD 162 million) and INR 936.44 crore (~USD 113 million) on Google for abusing its dominant position in the Android mobile operating system (Android OS) market and in relation to its ‘Play Store’ policies, respectively. In addition to the hefty penalties and the cease and desist orders, the CCI has directed Google to adopt corrective measures to create a level playing field.