Author Archives: Vijayashankar Na

Yesterday there was an event in Chennai organized by CYSI in which FDPPI was also a partner. It was a well attended program at Anna University Centenary Library auditorium and graced by two Judges namely honourable Justice N Ananda Venkatesan … Continue reading →

It is a common practice in business that a successful “Brand” tries to monetize its brand value by extending it to other products of the brand owner. The brand owner may operate multiple entities in different locations which will all … Continue reading →

It is a constant complaint of some Privacy observers that the Government of India has exempted itself from DPDPA 2023 unfairly. However, we have been pointing out that the exemptions that the Government agencies enjoy under Section 17(2) states that … Continue reading →

With the closure of public comments on DPDPA Rules on 5th march 2025, many organizations and industry associations have already lodged their objections to different aspects of the rules. Most of them are only considering their vested interests and are … Continue reading →

With the comments on DPDPA rules behind us, organizations now have to start working on how to proceed on the road to compliance. DGPSI the Crown Jewel of Frameworks for DPDPA Compliance adopts a milestone approach with seven distinctive milestones … Continue reading →

The extended time line for submission of public comments on DPDPA Rules 2025 ends today. Naavi/FDPPI has already submitted its response, copy of which is available here. Subsequent to the submission of our recommendations, a few more additional requirements have … Continue reading →