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| How is "printing" defined in the context of periodicals under the Act? | "Printing" means the reproduction of a periodical through any technology involving mass production of copies, but excluding photocopying. Read More |
| How is an "owner" defined under the Act? | An "owner" is an individual, firm, or any such legal entity owning a periodical. Read More |
| What is the definition of "Register" in the Act? | "Register" means the register of periodicals maintained under clause (b) of sub-section (3) of section 5. Read More |
| Who is the "specified authority" as per the Act? | The "specified authority" refers to a District Magistrate or District Collector or such other officer as the State Government or a Union Territory Administration may specify by notification. Read More |
| What does the term "title" mean in relation to a periodical under the Act? | "Title" in relation to a periodical means the name of the periodical as may be verified by the Press Registrar General. Read More |
| How can a publisher initiate the process for obtaining a certificate of registration for a periodical under section 7 of the Press and Registration of Periodicals Act, 2023? | A publisher intending to start a periodical must make an online application on the Press Sewa Portal. The application should be accompanied by specified documents, and a processing fee of Rs. Read More |
| What happens after a successful upload of the application on the Press Sewa Portal? | The Press Sewa Portal generates an acknowledgement along with a unique 10-digit Applicant Reference Number (ARN). Read More |
| Is it possible to make corrections or remove/fill omissions in the application, and if so, within what timeframe? | Yes, the publisher can make corrections or remove/fill omissions in the application within three days of furnishing it. Read More |
| How does the Press Registrar General verify the application, and what happens if deficiencies are identified? | The Press Registrar General verifies the application for completeness, payment of fees, adherence to guidelines, and other necessary particulars. Read More |
| What is the process after the publisher submits details addressing the deficiencies, and what happens if deficiencies are not rectified? | After receiving details from the publisher to rectify deficiencies, the Press Registrar General processes the application. Read More |