Question : FDI in Newspaper Industry

(a) whether the Government is considering a proposal to increase the limit on FDI in local newspapers and magazines to 49% from 26%;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) if not, the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister

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THE MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE)
OF THE MINISTRY OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY
(SHRIMATI NIRMALA SITHARAMAN)

(a) to (c): Review of FDI policy is an ongoing process and significant changes are made in the FDI policy regime, from time to time, to ensure that India remains an attractive investment destination. At present, no proposal is under consideration of the Government to review the extant FDI policy in this sector.


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