National Investigation Agency — Legal Reforms

Entry	Year	Description	Impact
NIA Amendment Act 2019	2019	The amendment significantly expanded NIA's mandate and jurisdiction. It added new offences including human trafficking for terrorism, cyber-terrorism, counterfeit currency, and offences under Explosive Substances Act. The amendment granted NIA authority to investigate cases with international ramifications and offences committed against Indian citizens abroad. It also enhanced powers for investigation of terror funding and provided for attachment of property used in scheduled offences.	The amendment transformed NIA from a domestic counter-terrorism agency to one with global reach, aligning with international trends in transnational terrorism investigation. It strengthened India's capability to address cross-border terrorism and enhanced the agency's role in international cooperation. The expansion also reflected the evolving nature of terrorism threats including cyber-terrorism and sophisticated funding mechanisms.