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Draft DPDP Rules: Banks Prepare to Tackle Operational Challenges

The draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) rules require banks to get clear, explicit consent from customers before using their data for anything beyond the original purpose. While many banks already follow this principle, experts say these formal rules leave no room for regulatory shortcuts or loopholes. Experts also say it’s still too early to […]

Interview with Aditi Sharma, Senior Consultant (Data Privacy) – Cyber & IT Risk at Grant Thornton

In this insightful conversation, Aditi Sharma shares her experience as a legal and data privacy expert working at the intersection of law, technology, and compliance. As a Senior Consultant (Data Privacy) at Grant Thornton Bharat LLP, Aditi brings a rare combination of legal acumen and deep technical understanding. She plays a key role in advising […]

EDPS Blocks EIB’s Data Transfer to India Over Privacy Law Concerns

The European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) blocked the request by European Investment Bank (EIB) 4 to transfer personal data—specically contact details—to India and few other non-EU countries. The EDPS cited weak privacy protections under India’s current legal framework. The EU data regulator released this decision in its latest annual report. It acted just months after […]

Udaipur Hosts Cybersecurity Awareness Session Focused on Data Protection and Digital Safety

In the fast-growing digital landscape of Udaipur, the need for strong cybersecurity measures has never been more urgent. With a rise in cyber threats and new data protection regulations, Udaipur’s businesses and government institutions are facing an increasing demand for robust cybersecurity solutions. Recognizing this need, Aftab Saloda, a respected cybersecurity leader and SVP at […]

Is India’s DPDP Act Silencing the RTI Act? Here’s What You Should Know

In today’s fast-moving digital world, where data is created and shared at an incredible pace, India is at a turning point. The country is trying to answer a difficult question: How do we protect people’s privacy while still keeping the government open and transparent? Every time we go online—whether it’s through social media, banking, or […]

India’s Struggle with Privacy and Transparency in the Digital Age

In an era where digital data continues to surge, transforming every aspect of life and governance, India Data Privacy has become a critical issue. India now grapples with how to protect the right to privacy of its citizens while maintaining transparency and accountability in governance. The rise of the digital age has intensified this dilemma, […]

MeitY Startup Hub Launches Innovation Challenge to Build Open-Source Consent Systems

In a significant step toward enhancing data privacy and compliance with India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA), the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has announced an innovation challenge. The challenge invites startups and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to develop open-source consent management systems that will assist organizations in adhering to […]

Interview with Dr. Damodar Sahu, Co-Founder & CGO of Data Safeguard on Data Privacy

In this insightful interview, Dr. Damodar Sahu, Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer at Data Safeguard, discusses the future of data privacy, digital transformation, and AI. He shares his expertise on how businesses can effectively navigate data protection challenges, the importance of privacy-enhancing technologies, and Data Safeguard’s role in revolutionizing the industry. Here’s a breakdown of […]

Government unlikely to change DPDP rules on storing data and Cross-border Data Transfer

The Indian government has decided not to make any major changes to the rules related to data storage and cross-border data transfers in the draft of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules or act according to government sources. This decision comes even after several major global tech companies and industry groups raised concerns during […]