Category: DPDPA
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DPDPA and Data Encryption: Meeting the 'Reasonable Safeguards' Threshold
Protecting personal data is a paramount obligation under India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA). Section 8(5) mandates that …

DPDPA Data Erasure: Procedures, Purpose Limitation, and the Pre-Erasure Notice
The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) reinforces the principle that personal data should not be held indefinitely. Data Fiduciaries …

Navigating DPDPA: A Practical Guide to Cross-Border Data Transfers
In today’s interconnected global economy, cross-border data flows are a fundamental aspect of business operations for many Indian entities, from …

DPDPA Implementation Timeline: Preparing for Key Dates and Compliance Milestones
The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) has been enacted, heralding a new era of data privacy in India. However, the Act’s …

Ready to Respond? Building an Efficient Data Principal Rights System Under DPDPA
India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) significantly empowers individuals (Data Principals) by granting them substantial …

The DPO in DPDPA: Appointing Your Data Protection Point Person in India
India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) places significant emphasis on accountability and accessible grievance redressal for …

The Price of Non-Compliance: DPDPA Penalties Explained – What Businesses Need to Know
India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) doesn’t just introduce a new set of rules for handling personal data; it backs …

Beyond Consent: Understanding When You Can Process Data Under DPDPA's 'Legitimate Uses'
While explicit consent forms the primary cornerstone for lawful data processing under India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 …

Significant Data Fiduciaries Under DPDPA: Stepping Up to Added Responsibilities
While India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) establishes baseline obligations for all entities processing personal data …

Implementing 'Reasonable Security Safeguards' Under DPDPA: A Practical Guide
In an era where data is a critical asset, its protection is paramount. India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) places a …