Terms of use

www.gujaratbhaskar.com ("Gujaratbhaskar.com or 'Site') is owned and operated by Gujarat Bhaskar. The content on this Site includes material sourced from the Company, various news agencies, syndication partners, and other contributors. This content is protected by copyright and trademark laws. Unless expressly authorized, you are prohibited from modifying, copying, reproducing, republishing, uploading, posting, transmitting, or distributing any material from this Site, including code and software, in any form.

1. Acceptance

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please do not use this platform.

2. Registration and Termination

To access certain Services, you may be required to register and create an account with a unique username and password. During registration, you may need to provide personal and other relevant information, which the Company reserves the right to verify, including your email address. By registering, you agree to provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information and to promptly update any changes. It is your responsibility to safeguard your username and password, ensuring they are not misused by others. Any unauthorized use of your account must be reported to the Company immediately. You are solely responsible for all activities conducted under your account. If you no longer wish to use the Service, you may terminate your registration at any time, which will result in the loss of access to the Service. The Company also reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account, or limit access to specific features, if it determines that you have violated these Terms.

3. Licenses

The Company grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the services and content made available on this platform. This license is strictly for your personal, non-commercial use and is subject to your compliance with these Terms. Any unauthorized use, including but not limited to copying, modifying, distributing, transmitting, or exploiting the content or services for commercial purposes, is strictly prohibited and constitutes a breach of these Terms. The license does not grant you any ownership rights in the content or services, and all intellectual property rights remain with the Company or its licensors. Misuse or any violation of these Terms, such as unauthorized sharing, redistribution, or any activity that undermines the security or functionality of the platform, may lead to immediate revocation of your license. The Company reserves the right to terminate your access and take appropriate legal action in case of any breach.

4. Using the Service

You agree to use the platform for lawful purposes and refrain from uploading offensive or harmful content.

5. Content Ownership

All content made available through the Service, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, audio, video, software, and other materials, is the exclusive property of the Company or its licensors. This content is protected under applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws, both domestic and international. You are granted limited access solely for personal, non-commercial use, as outlined in these Terms. Except as expressly permitted, you may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works, publicly display, perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any part of the content in any form without prior written consent from the Company or the respective licensors. Unauthorized use of the content may result in legal action and could constitute a violation of applicable intellectual property laws. All rights not expressly granted herein are reserved.

6. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Engage in any unlawful or fraudulent activity.
  • Submit content that is offensive, defamatory, or infringes on others' rights.
  • Distribute spam, viruses, or malicious software.
  • Attempt to hack, reverse engineer, or disrupt the Service.

7. Limitation of Liability

The Company shall not be held liable for any damages, losses, or injuries arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Service. This includes, but is not limited to, direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, even if the Company has been advised of the possibility of such damages. By using the Service, you acknowledge and agree that any reliance on the information, content, or functionality provided is entirely at your own risk. The Company makes no guarantees regarding the availability, accuracy, or reliability of the Service and assumes no responsibility for any errors, interruptions, or technical failures that may affect your experience. You are solely responsible for any consequences resulting from your use of the Service, including any loss of data or damage to your devices.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold the Company, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors harmless from and against any and all claims, demands, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or related to your violation of these Terms, your misuse or unauthorized use of the Service, or your infringement of any third-party rights, including intellectual property, privacy, or other personal or proprietary rights. This indemnification obligation includes any claims made by third parties due to or arising from your actions, whether intentional or unintentional, that result in harm to the Company or other users. You agree to cooperate fully in the defense of any such claims and acknowledge that the Company reserves the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, at your expense.

9. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of New Delhi.

11. Changes to Terms

The Company reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be communicated via this page, and continued use of the Service constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

12. Contact Information

In accordance with applicable laws, the Company has established a Grievance Redressal mechanism to address any concerns or complaints you may have regarding the Service. If you encounter any issues, including but not limited to, violations of these Terms, content-related disputes, or other grievances, you may contact the designated Grievance Officer. The Grievance Officer is responsible for ensuring timely resolution of complaints in compliance with the applicable laws and regulations. Complaints should include a detailed description of the issue, relevant supporting documents (if any), and your contact information for follow-up. Grievance Officer Contact Details:

Email: grievanceofficer@gujaratbhaskar.com

The Company will acknowledge receipt of your grievance within a reasonable time and will make every effort to resolve your concerns promptly. Please note that the Company reserves the right to take appropriate actions based on the nature of the grievance, including removing content or restricting access as necessary.