Publication

Event Report: 3rd Annual International Conference Competition Law in the Digital Age: Reflecting on Evolving Global Dynamics

On 7 August 2025, The Dialogue hosted the ๐Ÿฏ๐—ฟ๐—ฑ ๐—”๐—ป๐—ป๐˜‚๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—œ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ฒ ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—–๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ถ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—Ÿ๐—ฎ๐˜„ ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐——๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ถ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—”๐—ด๐—ฒ, convening global thought leaders to debate how competition policy must adapt to fast-changing technological, economic, and geopolitical realities. The conference was anchored by two influential keynotes: ๐—ฆ๐—ต๐—ฟ๐—ถ ๐—ฆ. ๐—ž๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ป (Secretary, MeitY), who framed Indiaโ€™s digital ambitions […]

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Policy Brief: The 25th Report of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance

Evolving Role of the Competition Commission of India in the Economy, Particularly the Digital Landscape Indiaโ€™s digital economy is expanding at an unprecedented pace. With this growth comes the challenge of ensuring markets remain fair, competitive, and inclusive. The 25th Report of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance takes a close look at the Competition

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Written Comments: Draft Telecom Cybersecurity Amendment Rules

In June 2025, the Department of Telecommunications released the Draft Telecom Cybersecurity Amendment Rules, proposing a set of far-reaching changes to the Telecom Cyber Security Rules, 2024, which had been notified under the Telecommunication Act, 2023. The draft signals a marked evolution from a telecom-focused framework to a more expansive cybersecurity regime, one that may

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Research Paper- Digitising India: Towards an Inclusive Growth of the Ecosystem

Digitising India: Towards an Inclusive Growth of the Ecosystem is a research paper that presents a comprehensive analysis of Indiaโ€™s efforts to advance digital financial inclusion. Framed within the broader vision of the Digital India programme, the report evaluates key public and private sector interventions including the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Unified Payments Interface

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Discussion Paper: Industry Outlook on Policy Frameworks for the Cosmetics Sector

Indiaโ€™s cosmetics sector is set to generate USD 20 billion by 2025, growing at 8-9% annually. It is a significant contributor to the economy, driven by evolving consumer preferences, global beauty trends, and increasing digital adoption. However, the sector is governed by pre-independence legislation, including the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, and the Cosmetic Rules,

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Survey Report – Tuning into Change: Empirical Insights into India’s Evolving Music Industry

Indiaโ€™s music industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by digital consumption, evolving regulatory frameworks, and the increasing prominence of independent artists. With 46 crore daily streams and an industry revenue projection of โ‚น3,700 crore by 2026, the sector is experiencing rapid growth. However, this expansion is accompanied by challenges related to regulatory complexities, financial

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An Objective Framework to Determine Permissible Online Real Money Games: Version 2.0

The first edition of An Objective Framework to Determine Permissible Online Real Money Games emerged from extensive consultations with industry leaders, legal experts, and other key stakeholders. It introduced a quantitative tool to regulate Indiaโ€™s fast-growing online gaming market, addressing the long-standing regulatory challenge of distinguishing between skill-based and chance-based games. By incorporating an objective,

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Event Report : Conference on Childrenโ€™s Personal Data Protection

The Dialogue hosted the Conference on Childrenโ€™s Personal Data Protection to delve into the implications of Rule 10 of the DPDP Rules, which mandates parental consent for processing childrenโ€™s personal data. Experts from government, industry, and academia engaged in in-depth discussions on the feasibility of current frameworks, challenges in compliance, and possible alternative approaches. The

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Event Report: Webinar on Navigating AI in Financial Services โ€“ Balancing Innovation, Inclusion, Resilience, and Unlocking Economic Opportunity

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming financial services, driving efficiency, inclusion, and resilience. However, without robust regulatory frameworks, challenges such as data privacy risks and biased decision-making persist. How can we strike the right balance between innovation and regulation? The Dialogue hosted a webinar on November 21, 2024, featuring policymakers, industry leaders, and AI experts to

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Survey Report: BreaktheSilo: Empirical Insights into Tech-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence in India

{A Joint Survey Report by The Dialogue and Alliance for Cyber Trust and Safety (ACTS)} As digital interactions continue to grow, technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) has emerged as a critical challenge. This report presents empirical findings from a comprehensive survey of 4,000 respondents across 10 Indian cities, shedding light on the prevalence, impact, and systemic

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