A bill of lading provides evidence of a contract between a shipper and a seller. It details what is being shipped, who the buyer is, and their location. A bill of lading also serves as a receipt ...

The bill is set to streamline business processes, reduce litigation risks, and improve clarity for carriers, shippers, and ...

It also ensures that a transferred bill of lading in the hands of a bona fide holder is treated as conclusive evidence of the ...

Sean Gallup / Getty Images The shipping industry standard is three original bills of lading, but you can have more than three as long as the number of originals is documented on each bill.

Lok Sabha passes Bills of Lading Bill, 2024 to modernise shipping laws, align with global standards, and empower government.

The Lok Sabha passed the Bills of Lading bill, establishing a legal framework for issuing bills of lading. Critics argue it might disadvantage small businesses by not regulating freight charges.

Parliament Budget Session Live Updates: The Rajya Sabha cleared the Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024. The bill seeks to enhance ...

The Lok Sabha has passed the Bills of Lading Bill, 2025, modernising shipping laws from 1856. This new legislation simplifies ...

The Lok Sabha on Monday passed The Bills of Lading Bill which seeks to provide a legal framework for the issuance of bills of lading with the government asserting that it will prevent any uncertainity ...

The Lok Sabha has approved the Bills of Lading Bill to establish a legal framework for issuing bills of lading, aiding in reducing uncertainty for investors. The bill replaces the 1856 Act, with ...

MPs from port cities advocate for reduced freight costs, dredging subsidies, and improved customs processes, while debating ...

In an effort to support the country's growing shipping sector, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal introduced the Bills of Lading Bill, 2025, which aims to update and ...