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By accessing or using startupdakshinabharata.com ("Website"), operated by Startup Dakshina Bharata ("we", "us", "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"), our Privacy Policy, and any other policies referenced herein. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must discontinue use of the Website immediately. These Terms are governed by applicable Indian laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, IT (Intermediary Guidelines & Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act).
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If you are using the Website on behalf of an organisation, startup, fund, or institution, you represent that you are authorised to bind such entity to these Terms.
The Website provides information, digital platforms, tools, and services related to:
The scope of services may evolve over time. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Website or Services without prior notice.
If you create an account on the Website:
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that contain false information or violate these Terms or applicable law.
You agree not to:
You are solely responsible for all content and actions undertaken through your use of the Website.
If you submit content (including startup information, pitch materials, comments, or communications):
We do not guarantee confidentiality of user-submitted content unless explicitly stated or governed by a separate agreement.
Where applicable, the Website acts as an "intermediary" under Section 2(1)(w) of the Information Technology Act, 2000. In compliance with intermediary guidelines:
All content on the Website, including text, logos, graphics, software, design elements, and databases, is owned by or licensed to Startup Dakshina Bharata and protected under applicable intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or exploit any Website content without prior written permission.
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, tools, or services. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, practices, or terms of such third parties. Accessing third-party services is at your own risk.
Personal data is collected, processed, and shared in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable Indian data protection laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. By using the Website, you consent to such processing, subject to your rights under law.
We reserve the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate your access to the Website (with or without notice) if:
The Website and Services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We do not warrant:
All ecosystem interactions are at your own discretion and risk.
To the maximum extent permitted under Indian law:
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Startup Dakshina Bharata, its affiliates, partners, and team members from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, or expenses arising from:
We may revise these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in law, services, or platform operations. Updated Terms will be published on the Website with a revised effective date. Continued use constitutes acceptance.
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India. Courts located in India shall have exclusive jurisdiction.
In accordance with Indian law, grievances may be addressed to:
Grievance Officer
Email: privacy@startupdakshinabharata.com
Subject: Terms of Service Grievance – Startup Dakshina Bharata
Responses will be provided within the timelines prescribed under applicable law.
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