Print Media Registration Process
The Registrar of the Newspapers of India (RNI) registers all publications, such as newspapers and magazines in India in accordance with the provisions of the Press and Registration of Books Act, 1867. RNI was established in 1956 on the recommendations of the First Press Commission, and all periodicals in the country are mandated to register themselves with RNI before they start publishing. RNI maintains a Register of Newspapers containing particulars of all newspapers. It also issues a Certificate of Registration to the newspapers. RNI works with District Magistrates to keep them informed about available titles. RNI Registration The owners must get an RNI registration from the Registrar of the Newspapers in order to begin publishing a newspaper, magazine, or printed publication in India. Under the Press and Registration of Books Act of 1867 (PRB)., our Ministry of Information and Broadcasting oversees and sets regulations for the Registrar of Newspape...