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Written Comments- Recommendations on the Draft Broadcasting Regulation Service Bill, 2023

The proposed Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023, signifies a significant advancement in shaping the legal landscape governing India’s broadcasting sector. Acknowledging the pivotal role played by the 1995 Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, it’s crucial to recognize the transformative shifts in media consumption propelled by technological advancements and the rise of digital platforms. This Bill […]

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Event Report- Data Protection Authority to Enable Cross-border Data Transfers

On December 1, 2023, The Dialogue orchestrated a thought-provoking virtual roundtable discussion that delved into the crucial topic of the “Significance of Data Protection Authority in Facilitating Cross-border Data Transfers.” This insightful session was dedicated to assessing the potential impact of the Data Protection Board, a cornerstone established under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act,

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Analysis- Unpacking the Telecommunications Act, 2023: Insights and Implications

The 2023 Telecommunications Act marks a significant shift in India’s telecommunications legislation, replacing outdated laws and ushering in a transformative era. This comprehensive legislation aims to boost innovation and efficiency in the sector. The analysis critically examines the Act’s exclusion of Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms from ‘telecom services,’ signalling a sector-specific regulatory direction. However, the Act’s

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“Verifiably Safe” Processing of Children’s Personal Data under the DPDPA 2023: A Catalogue of Measures

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) introduces heightened protection for children’s personal data. Section 9 mandates “verifiable consent” from parents or lawful guardians before processing such data. The DPDPA prohibits data fiduciaries from engaging in harmful processing or tracking/behavioural monitoring for targeted advertising directed at children. If data processing for children is done

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Written Comments: Draft Competition Commission of India (Lesser Penalty) Regulations, 2023

On October 16, 2023, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) introduced the Draft Competition Commission of India (Lesser Penalty) Regulations, 2023 (DLPR). The DLPR replaces the Competition Commission of India (Lesser Penalty) Regulations, 2009, and introduces a new Lesser Penalty Plus (LPP) framework. The LPP regime was introduced within the leniency framework by the recent

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Event Report – Roundtable on Influence of India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 on Cross-border Data Transfers: A Global Perspective

The Dialogue hosted a virtual roundtable discussion titled “Influence of India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 on Cross-border Data Transfers: A Global Perspective” on 29th September 2023. The primary objective of the session was to understand the impact of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act of 2023 (“Act”) on global digital trade, specifically in

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Event Report – The Dialogue Conclave Emerge, Expand, Empower: Building an Inclusive Future for Indian Startups

The Dialogue on 4th October 2023 organised a conclave titled “Emerge, Expand, Empower: Building an Inclusive Future for Indian Startups” exploring the interface between regulatory and policy conversations in technology and ecommerce markets, and their implications for start-ups funding and growth. It is important to note that despite being a fledgling ecosystem, India’s start-up story has

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Policy Framework – #BreaktheSilo: Streamlining Gender Safety in the Digital Space

In today’s digital world, tech-based services have brought both connectivity and new harms, disproportionately impacting communities due to deep-seated patriarchal and misogynistic mindsets. Existing efforts suffer from fragmented interventions, minimal collaboration, and an imbalanced focus on aspects of digital safety. Our research introduces a comprehensive framework to bridge these gaps, encouraging open conversation among stakeholders.

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Written Comments: Competition Commission of India’s Draft Regulation on Combinations

The recent Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023 (2023 Act), has introduced various changes to provisions relating to merger control in the Competition Act, 2002 (the Act). Notably, the 2023 Act introduced the Deal Value Threshold (DVT) as a new notification threshold. Under the DVT, a transaction will require prior approval of the Competition Commission of India

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Written Comments : Competition Commission of India’s Draft Regulations on Settlement and Commitment

The recently enacted Competition (Amendment) Act of 2023 has introduced significant changes aimed at reducing antitrust litigation and facilitating faster market corrections. On August 23, 2023, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), also known as the Commission, published two important documents for public consultation: the Draft Settlement Regulations (DSR) and the Draft Commitment Regulations (DCR).

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