Privacy Policy
Bharat News Network Pvt. Ltd. ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of users who access and use our online platform, including our website and related services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in compliance with applicable data protection laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Indian data protection regulations.
Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you interact with our services, such as subscribing to newsletters, submitting inquiries, registering for accounts, or participating in promotions. This may include your name, email address, contact details, and any other information you choose to provide. Additionally, we collect certain technical information automatically when you visit our site, including IP address, browser type, device information, browsing behavior, and cookies for improving user experience and analytics.
Use of Personal Data
The personal data we collect is used for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve our news reporting, live broadcasting, digital news content, interview production, and media consulting services;
- To respond to your inquiries and communicate with you regarding services, updates, and promotional materials, subject to applicable consent;
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and policies;
- To analyze usage patterns and improve overall user experience on our platform;
- To detect and prevent fraud and unauthorized access.
Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable under the GDPR, our legal basis for processing your personal data includes your consent, performance of a contract, compliance with legal obligations, legitimate interests pursued by us (such as improving service delivery), and protection of your vital interests.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform, delivering services, or conducting business operations, under strict confidentiality and data protection agreements. Personal data may also be disclosed if required by law, regulation, or valid legal process.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, to comply with legal, regulatory, tax, accounting obligations, or to resolve disputes.
Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- The right to access and receive a copy of your personal data;
- The right to rectification if information is inaccurate or incomplete;
- The right to erasure ("right to be forgotten") under certain conditions;
- The right to restrict or object to processing;
- The right to data portability;
- The right to withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent;
- The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your data protection rights have been violated.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our platform uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, but please note that disabling cookies may affect functionality.
Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration, in line with industry standards.
International Transfers
Where personal data is transferred outside India or the European Economic Area, we ensure it is protected by adequate safeguards, including contractual clauses in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware of such data collection, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or services. Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically.
Contact Information
For any questions or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you may contact us at the following physical address:
Bharat News Network Pvt. Ltd.
45, Kasturba Gandhi Marg, 3rd Floor,
New Delhi, Delhi, 110001
India
By accessing or using our online platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of your information as described herein.