Daily Bulletin

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah inaugurated an exhibition on the three new criminal laws, the 'Naveen Nyaya Sanhitas', in Siliguri, West Bengal, on August 21, 2026, with West Bengal Chief Minister Shri Suvendu Adhikari also present. Shri Shah highlighted that the new laws, implemented by the Suvendu Adhikari government immediately upon assuming office, aim to replace the previous "reign of fear" with a "government of trust" by ensuring speedy and transparent justice. He stated that the full implementation of these laws within two years is expected to deliver justice in any FIR case up to the Supreme Court within three years.

The 'Naveen Nyaya Sanhitas' introduced by the Modi government incorporate advanced technological features such as e-FIR, Zero FIR, mandatory Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) investigations, and electronic evidence, making the justice system fast, modern, transparent, and victim-centric. Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah emphasized that these laws prioritize women and children, mandating forensic visits and reports in all cases with prescribed punishment exceeding seven years, and judicially binding courts to accept all e-documents. These provisions are designed to significantly reduce the time taken in prosecution, policing, and the overall justice system.

Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah affirmed the Modi government's commitment to granting Indian citizenship to Hindu, Sikh, and Jain refugees from Bangladesh within six months, with the Ministry of Home Affairs having authorized eight collectors in West Bengal for this purpose. Speaking in Siliguri on August 21, 2026, Shri Shah also reiterated the government's clear policy to "detect, delete, and deport" infiltrators from the state. He commended the West Bengal government, led by Chief Minister Shri Suvendu Adhikari, for providing approximately 1,129 acres of land for border fencing, demonstrating its prioritization of national security.

West Bengal Chief Minister Shri Suvendu Adhikari's government has launched three dedicated toll-free numbers to combat the culture of 'cut-money', syndicates, and illegal toll collection in the state, providing citizens a direct avenue for lodging complaints and ensuring action. Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, speaking in Siliguri on August 21, 2026, praised these initiatives, stating that they mark the establishment of the rule of law in West Bengal after a long period of "cadre raj" and "goonda-raj." He asserted that these measures will permanently uproot corruption from the state.

Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah announced on August 21, 2026, that the Ministry of Home Affairs recently secured the passage of a Bill in Parliament to make the complete rendition of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ a part of government programmes. This historic decision follows the full rendition of ‘Vande Mataram’ from the Red Fort on August 15, 2026, marking the country's 80th Independence Day and 150 years since its composition. The initiative aims to instill a strong sense of patriotism and convey Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay’s immortal message to future generations.

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the National Road Safety Board (NRSB) held an institutional meeting at NHAI Headquarters in New Delhi on August 21, 2026, to comprehensively review and strengthen road safety systems on the National Highway network. Chaired by Dr. Nitin R. Gokarn (Chairman, NRSB) and Shri Santosh Kumar Yadav (Chairman, NHAI), the discussions focused on adopting a 'Safe System approach' across six strategic areas, including highway engineering, operations, emergency response, and digital safety management. The NRSB Chairman specifically lauded NHAI's deployment of Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS) and predictive AI solutions for enhancing safety.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah reiterated the government's steadfast commitment to deporting every illegal immigrant from the country. This statement reinforces the administration's stance on national security and immigration policy.

The MMDR Amendment Bill 2026 has been hailed as a historic step for mineral-rich states by Shri Sanjay Seth. This legislative amendment is expected to bring significant changes to the mining sector, potentially enhancing revenue and development opportunities for these states.