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Government tightens FCRA rules, revises penalties for violations by NGOs
The Union home ministry has revised FCRA penalties and amended the rules for NGOs receiving foreign funds. The changes tighten registration, disclosure and utilisation norms, including donor tracing and spending conditions.
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teleSUR English
· Jul 1, 2026
Florida Criminalizes Local Companies That Conduct Business with Cuba
The law expands criminal penalties and allows for the revocation of business licenses. On Wednesday, the Foreign Interference Restriction and Enforcement Act (FIRE) went into effect in Florida, criminalizing local companies that conduct business with Cuba. RELATED: New State Institute Drives Cuban Economic Restructuring The legislation aims to curb the influence of governments considered hostile []
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· Jun 23, 2026
Ghana vs England: FBI warns supporters, list of restrictions to be adhered to
FBI warns World Cup fans and drone operators to respect Temporary Flight Restrictions near venues. Violations are a federal offence amid heightened security.
The Rising Nepal
· Jul 2, 2026
Centre questions 23 local govts for budget delays
By A Staff Reporter, Kathmandu, July 2: The federal government has sought clarification from 23 local governments that f...
Guinee news
· Jul 4, 2026
Raffinage local, traçabilité, contrôles renforcés : la nouvelle stratégie de la Guinée pour mieux valoriser son or
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ANTARA News
· Jul 12, 2026
PP TUNAS enactment shows positive impact on child protection features
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Wirepoints
· Jun 26, 2026
Cocktails-to-go, new state agency among laws taking effect July 1 – Capitol News IL
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Le Monde
· Jun 29, 2026
French parliament passes law to curb rise of fast fashion
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Arutz Sheva
· Jun 22, 2026
'October 7 on steroids:' Officers' dire warning following change on Yellow Line
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India TV News
· Jun 23, 2026
Govt tightens FCRA rules for NGOs, revises penalties on foreign funding violations: Key changes explained
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has revised the compounding penalties for several violations under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 (FCRA) relating to the receipt and utilisation of foreign contributions by non-governmental organisations (NGOs), according to a gazette notification. The orders were notified by the ministry on Monday under powers conferred by section 41(1) of the Act.
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· Jun 25, 2026
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· Jul 13, 2026
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· Jun 23, 2026
Magyar government fundamentally changes Hungarian public media, pledges it will be balanced, impartial
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SundayTimes
· Jul 13, 2026
FREE TO READ | Under the rulebook
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Off The Press
· Jul 8, 2026
DOJ warns state election officials of ‘potential criminal penalties’ over noncitizen voting
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News24
· Jun 29, 2026
News24 | ANALYSIS | Lessons from Africa on the costs of SA’s migration approaches
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The Standard
· Jul 7, 2026
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· Jun 26, 2026
The Supreme Court Enables Trump’s Cruel Immigration Agenda
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· Jun 22, 2026
What does the law say on hanging a flag on your balcony during the World Cup in Spain – and how to avoid a €3,000 fine?
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· Jun 30, 2026
Iowa’s New Laws Go Into Effect July 1: Here’s What’s Changing
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India Today
· Jun 23, 2026
Centre tightens FCRA rules; asks NGOs to declare purpose, operating areas
Centre tightens FCRA rules; asks NGOs to declare purpose, operating areas
AllAfrica
· Jun 29, 2026
South Africa: Lessons From Africa On the Costs of South Africa's Migration Approaches
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UrduPoint
· Jul 10, 2026
Bold regulatory reforms vital to transform business environment
Bold regulatory reforms vital to transform business environment
YNaija
· Jul 7, 2026
Federal Ministry Directs Harmonised Approach to the Regulation of Internet Platforms and Online Intermediaries
The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy has directed for regulatory status quo be maintained on matters relating to the regulation of Internet platforms, online intermediaries and other cross-cutting digital economy issues, pending the development of a harmonised national policy and governance framework. The decision follows a high-level strategic meeting convened by the... Read More Read » Federal Ministry Directs Harmonised Approach to the Regulation of Internet Platforms and Online Intermediaries on YNaija
The korea Herald News
· Jul 10, 2026
S. Korea says revised network act nondiscriminatory, vows continued talks with US
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· Jul 7, 2026
Economy minister: Govt prioritises reducing aid exclusion errors as Malaysia prepares for ageing society
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· Jun 29, 2026
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· Jul 2, 2026
Updated scale-based regulations for NBFCs: Tata Sons may be required to list
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· Jun 22, 2026
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· Jul 7, 2026
Money-laundering watchdog sanctions 342 offenders
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Nepal News
· Jul 13, 2026
‘विदेशी अभ्यास नक्कल गरेर ट्राफिक जरिवाना तोक्न मिल्दैन’
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· Jun 25, 2026
China’s ethnic unity law sparks fears of cross-border repression targeting Taiwan
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Anadolu Agency
· Jun 29, 2026
French parliament approves bill to curtail ultra-fast fashion
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Vanguard News
· Jun 23, 2026
Tinubu forwards State Police Constitution Amendment Bill to Senate
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Daily Post Nigeria
· Jul 7, 2026
PFIPC scandal: Babachir Lawal reveals only reason SGF might have refused to flag fake agency
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· Jul 13, 2026
Congress should empower states to fix benefit cliffs
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· Jul 7, 2026
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