Terms Of Service

1. Introduction

Startup News India is an independent digital media platform dedicated to covering news, insights, and analysis about Indian startups, entrepreneurs, venture capital, and the innovation ecosystem. Our goal is to provide credible, timely, and engaging information for entrepreneurs, investors, and enthusiasts.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Startup News India, a company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013, having its registered office at New Delhi, India.

2. Eligibility

By using our Platform, you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years old; or
• You are using the Platform under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to these Terms on your behalf.
• You have the legal capacity and authority to enter into these Terms.

3. Use of the Platform

You agree to use Startup News India only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You must not:

• Violate any applicable local, national, or international law or regulation.
• Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of any content without prior written permission.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Platform, user accounts, or networks.
• Use automated means (bots, crawlers, scrapers) to collect data from our Platform.

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to users who violate these Terms.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on Startup News India, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, videos, design, layout, and trademarks, is owned or licensed by Startup News India and protected under applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws of India.

You may:

• Access and view the content for personal, non-commercial use.

You may not:

• Copy, republish, sell, or distribute any material without our express written consent.

5. User-Generated Content

If you submit articles, comments, feedback, or any other content ("User Content"), you:

• Grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual license to use, publish, and distribute such content.
• Warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to share such content.
• Agree not to submit defamatory, obscene, infringing, or misleading content.

We reserve the right to review, edit, or remove User Content at our sole discretion.

6. Third-Party Links and Content

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services for informational purposes. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, products, or practices of any third-party websites. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and privacy policies.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The information and content provided on Startup News India are for general informational purposes only. We make no representations or warranties about:

• The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content.
• The uninterrupted or error-free operation of the Platform.

You use the Platform at your own discretion and risk. All content is provided "as is" and "as available."

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Startup News India, its affiliates, employees, or partners shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from:

• Your access or inability to access the Platform;
• Any content inaccuracies or omissions;
• Unauthorized access to your data.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Startup News India, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your:

• Use or misuse of the Platform;
• Violation of these Terms; or
• Violation of any rights of another person or entity.

10. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. Please review it carefully before using our services.

11. Modifications to Terms

We may update or revise these Terms from time to time at our sole discretion. All changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Platform, with the "Effective Date" updated accordingly. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to Startup News India at any time, without notice, if you violate these Terms or engage in any unlawful or harmful activity. You may also stop using the Platform at any time.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in New Delhi, India, for any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms.