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India Implements Landmark Changes in Criminal Laws to Protect Women and Children

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03 Dec 2025

In a significant move, India's Ministry of Home Affairs introduced the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, emphasizing stringent measures for crimes against women and children. This includes severe penalties, such as life imprisonment or death for gang rape of minors under 18. The laws also incorporate new offences like fraud under the guise of marriage or employment. Key provisions include online reporting of crimes, Zero FIR policy, witness protection, and digital advancements in legal processes, all aimed at creating a citizen-centric justice system and ensuring timely and fair redressal of grievances.

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United States and India Reach Interim Trade Agreement Framework

The United States and India have agreed on a framework for an Interim Agreement aimed at enhancing reciprocal trade. This agreement reaffirms their commitment to broader negotiations on a U.S.-India Bilateral Trade Agreement, initiated by President Donald J. Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Key terms include tariff

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah Reviews Security in Jammu and Kashmir

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Congratulates India's U-19 Cricket Team on World Cup Victory

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United States and India Reach Interim Trade Agreement Framework

Latest Press Releases from Media Center

Union Home Minister Amit Shah Reviews Security in Jammu and Kashmir

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Congratulates India's U-19 Cricket Team on World Cup Victory