Terms of Use
Effective Date: February 17, 2025
Welcome to www.indianwitness.com (“Website,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using The Indian Witness, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). Please read these Terms carefully. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use of the Website immediately.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Website, you confirm that you:
Agree to comply with these Terms and applicable laws.
Acknowledge our Privacy Policy, which governs how we collect, use, and protect your data.
2. Use of the Website
a. Eligibility
- You must be at least 18 years old to use this Website.
- By accessing the Website, you confirm that you meet this requirement.
b. Permitted Use
You may use the Website only for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not:
Violate any laws or regulations.
Harm, disrupt, or overload the Website’s infrastructure.
Interfere with others’ rights, including intellectual property rights.
c. Account Registration
Certain features may require an account. You are responsible for:
- Keeping your login credentials secure.
- All activities under your account.
3. Content Ownership & Usage
a. Intellectual Property
All content, including articles, images, videos, trademarks, and logos, is owned by The Indian Witness or its licensors. You may not:
Copy, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without written consent.
b. User-Generated Content
By submitting content (e.g., comments, articles, or media), you grant us a:
Non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content.
c. Prohibited Content
You must not post or upload content that:
Is defamatory, obscene, or offensive.
Violates intellectual property or privacy rights.
Contains malware, viruses, or harmful components.
d. Interactive Features
If the Website offers interactive features (e.g., comment sections or forums), you agree to use them responsibly.
Abusive, hateful, or harassing behavior is strictly prohibited and may result in account suspension.
e. Advertising & Sponsored Content
We may feature advertisements and sponsored content. The Indian Witness does not endorse products or services in advertisements. Users should exercise their own judgment before engaging with ads.
4. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website is provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. We make no warranties about:
The accuracy, reliability, or availability of Website content.
The suitability of content for any particular purpose.
We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:
Merchantability
Fitness for a particular purpose
Non-infringement
5. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Indian Witness and its affiliates shall not be liable for:
Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages.
Errors, interruptions, data loss, or inability to access the Website.
By using this Website, you agree that we are not responsible for any losses or damages arising from your use of the Website.
6. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Indian Witness and its affiliates from any:
Claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Website.
- Your violation of these Terms.
- Your infringement of third-party rights.
7. Third-Party Links & Services
The Website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their:
Content
Privacy policies
Practices
Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk.
8. Termination
We reserve the right to:
Suspend or terminate your access at any time, without notice, if you violate these Terms.
Take appropriate legal action for any misuse of the Website.
9. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of India, State of Tamil Nadu.
Any disputes shall be resolved through arbitration in Chennai, conducted in English.
Arbitration will be binding on all parties.
Users may pursue legal remedies in their jurisdictions where applicable.
By using the Website, you waive objections to jurisdiction under these Terms.
10. Updates & Modifications
We may update these Terms periodically.
Updates will be posted with the "Effective Date".
For significant changes, we will provide at least 15 days' notice via email or Website notice.
Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.
11. Contact Us
For any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, contact us at:
Email: contact@skycast.in