media · In Force

Press and Registration of Periodicals Act 2023

Replaces Press and Registration of Books Act 1867. Online registration. Title allotment online. Decriminalisation of offences. Press Registrar General. Digital publications included.

Enforced

1 March 2024

Ministry

Ministry of Information & Broadcasting

Key provisions and changes

• Online title registration
• Decriminalisation of offences
• Digital publications included
• Press Registrar General
• Appeal to Press Council