Centre Rolls Out e-Zero FIR Initiative To Tackle High-Value Cybercrime Swiftly News24 –
Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday announced the launch of the e-Zero FIR initiative by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C). The new initiative will nab any criminal with unprecedented speed
The home minister posted on X, “The MHA’s Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) introduced the new e-Zero FIR initiative to nab any criminal with unprecedented speed. Launched as a pilot project for Delhi, the new system will automatically convert cyber financial crimes filed at NCRP or 1930 to FIRs, initially above the threshold limit of ₹10 lakh. The new system, which will drive investigations swiftly cracking down on cybercriminals, will soon be extended to the entire nation. The Modi government is bolstering the cybersecurity grid to build a cyber-secure Bharat.”
The MHA’s Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) introduced the new e-Zero FIR initiative to nab any criminal with unprecedented speed. Launched as a pilot project for Delhi, the new system will automatically convert cyber financial crimes filed at NCRP or 1930 to FIRs,…
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) May 19, 2025
Shah launches new OCI portal
Earlier, Shah inaugurated a revamped Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) portal here in the national capital to improve the digital experience for OCI cardholders.
The launch marks a significant step in the government’s efforts to modernise citizen services for the Indian diaspora.
According to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the new portal has been developed in response to rapid technological advancements over the past decade and feedback from existing OCI cardholders regarding issues with the previous system.
“Union Home Minister Amit Shah today launched the new Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) portal in New Delhi. In light of significant technological advancements over the past decade and feedback received from OCI cardholders, a new OCI portal has been developed to address existing shortcomings and enhance the user experience,” said the MHA in a statement.
Today, launched the revamped OCI Portal with an up-to-date user interface to make registration of Overseas Citizens seamless. The new features will include improved functionality, enhanced security, and a user-friendly experience. The revamped OCI Portal is accessible at:… pic.twitter.com/3Z6hYhIzL5
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) May 19, 2025
Officials stated that the revamped platform addresses existing shortcomings and is designed to offer a more user-friendly, efficient, and seamless interface for individuals of Indian origin residing overseas.