Privacy Policy

Amravati News

Effective Date: 15-02-2026

Introduction

Amravati News (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable Indian laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://amravatinews.in/ (the “Site”).

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site.

We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time. We will alert you about any changes by updating the “Effective Date” of this Privacy Policy. Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Sensitive Personal Data or Information (SPDI)

As per Rule 3 of the IT Rules, 2011, we may collect the following Sensitive Personal Data or Information when you voluntarily provide it to us:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Password (if you create an account)
  • Financial information (if you make payments for subscriptions or services)

We collect SPDI only when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Register for an account
  • Submit comments or feedback
  • Contact us via email or contact forms
  • Participate in surveys, contests, or promotional activities
  • Make payments for premium content or services

1.2 Other Personal Information

We may also collect non-sensitive personal information such as:

  • Demographic information
  • Location (city/state)
  • Reading preferences and interests
  • Device information

1.3 Automatically Collected Information

When you access the Site, we automatically collect certain information through cookies and similar technologies:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
  • Pages viewed and content accessed
  • Time spent on pages
  • Clickstream data
  • Date and time of access
  • Referring website or source

1.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze site traffic and user behavior
  • Deliver personalized content and advertisements
  • Improve site functionality

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality
  • Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Site
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences
  • Advertising Cookies: Deliver relevant advertisements

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Site. To manage cookies, you can visit your browser settings or use the cookie consent manager on our Site.

2. Purpose of Collection and Use of Information

We collect and use your information for the following lawful purposes, as required under the IT Rules, 2011:

  • To Provide Services: Deliver news content, manage subscriptions, newsletters, and user accounts
  • To Communicate: Send updates, breaking news alerts, newsletters, and respond to your inquiries
  • To Personalize Experience: Provide personalized news recommendations, content, and advertisements based on your interests
  • To Analyze and Improve: Understand user behavior, analyze traffic patterns, measure content effectiveness, and improve our Site
  • To Ensure Security: Detect, prevent, and address fraud, security breaches, spam, and technical issues
  • To Comply with Legal Obligations: Comply with applicable Indian laws, regulations, court orders, or government requests
  • To Conduct Marketing: Send promotional materials, special offers, and surveys (with your consent)
  • For Research and Analytics: Conduct internal research and statistical analysis

3. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your Sensitive Personal Data or Information to third parties for their marketing purposes. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers and Third Parties

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Site and delivering services, including:

  • Hosting and Infrastructure Providers: For website hosting and cloud storage
  • Analytics Providers: Google Analytics, for understanding user behavior
  • Advertising Networks: Google AdSense, Facebook Ads, and other advertising partners
  • Email Service Providers: For sending newsletters and notifications
  • Payment Processors: For processing subscription payments (if applicable)
  • Content Delivery Networks (CDN): For faster content delivery

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

3.2 Legal and Regulatory Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, government authority, or legal process, including:

  • Compliance with the Information Technology Act, 2000
  • Response to lawful requests from law enforcement agencies
  • Protection of our legal rights, safety, or property
  • Investigation of fraud, security breaches, or illegal activities

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change via email or prominent notice on our Site.

3.4 With Your Consent

We may share information with third parties when you provide explicit consent to do so.

4. Third-Party Links, Advertisements, and Services

Our Site may contain:

  • Links to third-party websites and news sources
  • Third-party advertisements (Google AdSense, etc.)
  • Embedded social media content (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)
  • Third-party plugins and widgets

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. These third parties may collect information about you through cookies and tracking technologies. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before interacting with them.

Third-Party Advertising:
We use third-party advertising networks, such as Google AdSense, to display advertisements. These networks may use cookies to show you personalized ads based on your browsing history. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:

  • Google Ad Settings: https://adssettings.google.com
  • Network Advertising Initiative: http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/
  • Digital Advertising Alliance of India (DAAI): http://www.indianadvertisingalliance.com/

5. Data Security

As required under Rule 8 of the IT Rules, 2011, we implement reasonable security practices and procedures to protect your Sensitive Personal Data or Information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Our security measures include:

  • Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS)
  • Secure servers and firewalls
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information using commercially acceptable means, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. The retention period depends on:

  • The nature of the information collected
  • The purpose for which it was collected
  • Legal and regulatory requirements

General retention periods:

  • Account Information: Retained until you request deletion or close your account
  • Newsletter Subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe
  • Analytics Data: Retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default)
  • Legal Records: Retained as required by Indian law

When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete, anonymize, or de-identify it.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Under Indian law and this Privacy Policy, you have the following rights:

7.1 Right to Access

You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you. You can request a copy by contacting us.

7.2 Right to Correction

You can request correction or update of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

7.3 Right to Withdrawal of Consent

You can withdraw your consent for the collection, use, or disclosure of your Sensitive Personal Data at any time by contacting us. However, withdrawal may limit your access to certain services.

7.4 Right to Opt-Out

  • Marketing Communications: Unsubscribe from newsletters and promotional emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link
  • Personalized Advertising: Opt out through Google Ad Settings or browser settings
  • Cookies: Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings

7.5 Right to Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations and legitimate business purposes.

7.6 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 14.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 18 years. We do not knowingly collect Sensitive Personal Data or Information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Parents or guardians who believe we may have collected information from a child under 18 should contact us immediately.

9. Consent

By using our Site, you consent to the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site.

For Sensitive Personal Data or Information, we obtain your express consent through:

  • Opt-in checkboxes during registration
  • Email confirmation for newsletter subscriptions
  • Explicit consent prompts for specific purposes

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.

10. Grievance Redressal

In compliance with the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the IT Rules, 2011, we have appointed a Grievance Officer to address your concerns regarding data protection and privacy.

Grievance Officer:

Name: Prajwal
Designation: Owner
Email: support@amravatinews.in
Phone: +919422103066
Address: VHB COLONY, ACHALPUR CITY 444 806

Response Time: We aim to respond to grievances within 30 days of receipt.

You may contact the Grievance Officer if you have any concerns, complaints, or questions regarding:

  • Collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information
  • Security of your data
  • Any violations of this Privacy Policy

11. Cross-Border Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored, or processed in countries outside India, including the United States and European Union, where our servers or service providers are located. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from Indian laws.

By using our Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to such countries. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during international transfers.

12. Advertising and Analytics

12.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze Site traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as:

  • Pages viewed
  • Time spent on the Site
  • Referring sources
  • Geographic location

Google Analytics does not collect personally identifiable information. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

12.2 Google AdSense and Third-Party Ads

We use Google AdSense and other advertising networks to display advertisements on our Site. These networks may use cookies and web beacons to serve personalized ads based on your browsing history.

To opt out of personalized advertising:

  • Visit Google Ad Settings: https://adssettings.google.com
  • Visit Network Advertising Initiative: http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/

13. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Changes in our practices
  • Legal or regulatory requirements
  • New features or services

The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. If we make material changes, we may notify you via email or a prominent notice on our Site.

Your continued use of the Site after changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, your personal information, or our data practices, please contact us at:

Amravati News

Website: https://amravatinews.in/
Email: support@amravatinews.in
Phone: +919422103066
Address: VHB COLONY, ACHALPUR CITY 444 806

For grievances related to data protection and privacy, please contact our Grievance Officer (details provided in Section 10).

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Amravati, Maharashtra, India.

By using Amravati News, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

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