Cabinet decided to amend the Press and Registration of Books Act. The objective is to streamline the age old processes and to address certain issues concerning print media policy and guidelines. The new features of the proposed Act include that those convicted in terrorist acts or anything done against the security of the state will be prevented from bringing out a publication. It also proposes to make filing of annual statements by publishers compulsory and has provisions to limit on foreign news content and foreign investments.
News On AIR | February 10, 2011 2:38 PM
Cabinet decides to amend existing Press and Registration of Books Act