Lok Sabha clears Indian Ports Bill, 2025, modernising century-old regulations:

The Lok Sabha has passed the Indian Ports Bill, 2025, aimed at overhauling port governance in India and replacing the outdated Indian Ports Act, 1908. The legislation seeks to streamline procedures, integrate digital technologies, and enhance ease of doing business to boost trade efficiency. This reform positions India to strengthen its role as a global maritime hub.