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Jai Prakash

Interview with Dr. Raghuveer Kaur, DPO at Cateina Technologies, on DPDPA, GRC, and Building Scalable Privacy Frameworks

In today’s data-driven world, where privacy and governance shape the foundation of trust, Dr. Raghuveer Kaur stands out as a leader who has successfully bridged academia and corporate practice. With a Ph.D. from IIT Roorkee and global certifications like ISO 27001 Lead Implementer and PECB DPO, she brings both academic rigor and practical execution into […]

Interview with Simran Gupta: How a Freelance Corporate Lawyer Navigates India’s Evolving Data Privacy Era

In today’s fast-changing regulatory landscape, businesses need more than just legal advisors; they need partners who can bridge compliance with growth. Simran Gupta is one such professional. A Corporate & Privacy Lawyer and Compliance Specialist, Simran brings a rare blend of corporate law expertise, data privacy specialization, and hands-on freelancing experience. Armed with an LL.M. […]

Road Ministry Unveils Data Sharing Policy for National Transport Repository

The Road Ministry (Ministry of Road Transport and Highways – MoRTH) has introduced a policy to enable controlled data sharing from the National Transport Repository (NTR) with state governments and the private sector. This step promotes uniformity and legal compliance in data sharing. The NTR stores registration certificates (RCs) and driving licences (DLs) collected via […]

Interview with Sujeet Katiyar, Co-founder of Fourteenth Degree Azimuth, on DPDPA Act, and Healthcare Compliance in India 

Sujeet Katiyar is a seasoned leader with over 27 years of experience in technology, healthcare, and regulatory compliance. His work bridges the complex worlds of digital health, data privacy, and policy, with hands-on expertise in implementing frameworks like the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA), GDPR, HIPAA, and ABDM. From navigating patient data protection in […]

Interview with Prakash Mizar, Data Protection Officer at Skyworks Solutions, on Compliance, and Data Protection

In this insightful conversation, Prakash Mizar, Data Protection Officer at Skyworks Solutions, shares his journey from software development to becoming a leader in data protection and compliance. With hands-on experience across software, cybersecurity, and privacy frameworks, Prakash brings a practical perspective on building trust in digital ecosystems. In this interview, he discusses India’s DPDPA, the […]

Interview with Utkarsh Srivastava, Founder of Securelytix, on Securing India’s Data Future with Privacy Infrastructure

In this engaging conversation, Utkarsh Srivastava, the founder of Securelytix (formerly FSTAC), shares his mission to transform how India protects personal data in the digital age. After working across technical and go-to-market roles, Utkarsh identified a critical gap in how sensitive information is secured. While cloud and infrastructure technologies evolved, personal data remained underprotected. This […]

Vodafone Fined $51 Million by Germany Over Data Privacy Breaches

German data privacy authorities on Monday imposed a €45 million ($51.2 million) fine on multinational telecom giant Vodafone, citing misconduct by third-party sales agents and serious lapses in its customer authentication systems. The Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI) stated that Vodafone’s partner agencies orchestrated fraudulent transactions with customers. These agencies […]

Interview with Ketan Modh, Author of Privacy Matters, Sharing Insights on Data Privacy and DPDPA

In this engaging conversation, Ketan Modh, an acclaimed privacy advisor, bestselling author, and data protection expert, shares his deep insights into the evolving world of data privacy, cybersecurity, and governance. With a rich academic background holding double PhDs in information policy and law and hands-on experience advising companies across India, the EU, and the US, […]