Privacy Policy

Thank you for visiting https://newsstation.media/ (hereinafter referred to as “Website”, “we”, “us”, or “our”).

The News Station Network Private Limited owns and operates this Website. Our registered office is at A0018, Logix Technova, Sector 132, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India. The domain was created on 29 January 2020.

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data (referred to as “Personal Data” under the DPDP Act, 2023). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, disclose, store, and protect your Personal Data when you access or use our Website, any associated mobile applications, or related services.

By using our Website or services, you consent to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the Personal Data necessary for providing our services.

Personal Data you provide voluntarily:

• Name, email address, phone number, or other contact details (e.g., when subscribing to newsletters, registering for an account, posting comments, or contacting us).
• Information from social logins (e.g., Google, Facebook, Twitter/X) if you choose to sign in using those accounts.
• Feedback, comments, survey responses, or preferences.

Automatically collected information (non-personal or anonymized where possible):

• IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device information, and connection details.
• Pages visited, time and date of visit, referral sources, and usage patterns.
• Location data (country, region, or city level) for delivering relevant content (e.g., weather or local news).
• Cookies, clear GIFs (web beacons), and similar tracking technologies.

We may also receive information about you from third-party sources (e.g., analytics providers or social platforms) and combine it with data we hold.

We do not collect sensitive personal data (as defined under applicable laws) unless strictly necessary and with your explicit consent.

2. Purpose of Collecting and Processing Personal Data

We process your Personal Data only for lawful purposes, including:

• Providing and improving our news services, content delivery, and user experience.
• Enabling account registration, newsletter subscriptions, comment features, and other interactive services.
• Sending administrative communications, updates, or service-related notices.
• Personalizing content and delivering interest-based news (e.g., railways, infrastructure, health, weather).
• Analytics and research to understand audience behavior and improve the Website (using aggregated or anonymized data where possible).
• Serving advertisements (including through third-party ad networks) and measuring ad performance.
• Complying with legal obligations, preventing fraud, and enforcing our Terms of Use.
• Responding to your queries, feedback, or support requests.

We process data based on your consent, legitimate business interests, or as required/permitted by law.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality, analyze traffic, and deliver personalized ads. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner (where implemented).

Third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, ad networks) may also place cookies. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

4. Sharing of Personal Data

We do not sell your Personal Data to third parties.

We may share your Personal Data in the following limited cases:

• With trusted service providers, processors, or contractors (e.g., hosting providers, analytics tools, email service providers) who process data on our behalf and are bound by confidentiality and security obligations.
• Within our group companies or affiliates for operational purposes.
• With advertisers or ad networks in aggregated, anonymized, or statistical form (to help them understand audience demographics without identifying you individually).
• When required by law, court order, government authority, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
• In case of a merger, acquisition, or business transfer (with appropriate safeguards).

We ensure that any third party receiving your data processes it only for the specified purposes and in compliance with this Policy and applicable law.

5. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed or stored outside India. We take appropriate safeguards (e.g., contractual clauses or adequacy decisions where applicable) to ensure your Personal Data receives an adequate level of protection.

6. Data Retention

We retain your Personal Data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable laws. Once no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

You may request erasure of your data (subject to legal obligations or legitimate business needs).

7. Your Rights as a Data Principal (Under DPDP Act, 2023)

You have the following rights regarding your Personal Data:

• Right to Access: Request a summary of the Personal Data we hold about you.
• Right to Correction / Erasure: Request correction of inaccurate data or erasure of your data.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time (this will not affect processing already carried out).
• Right to Grievance Redressal: File a complaint about how we handle your data.
• Other rights as provided under the DPDP Act and applicable laws.

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below. We will respond within the timelines prescribed by law. We may ask you to verify your identity before processing such requests.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational security measures (including encryption, access controls, firewalls, and secure servers) to protect your Personal Data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, no security system is completely impenetrable. We cannot guarantee absolute security, and you use the Website at your own risk.

9. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children. If we become aware that we have collected such data without verifiable parental consent, we will take steps to delete it.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. The updated Policy will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We may also notify you via email or prominent notice on the Website.

Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.

12. Grievance Redressal / Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Grievance Officer:

The News Station Network Private Limited

A0018, Logix Technova, Sector 132, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Email: newsstation.media@gmail.com

We will address your grievance within the timelines specified under the DPDP Act.

You also have the right to escalate unresolved grievances to the Data Protection Board of India as per applicable law.