Privacy Policy & Statutory Regulatory Disclosure

Entity: Investment Point (“we”, “our”, “us”)

Registered Office : Jamnagar, Gujarat, India

At Investment Point, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of our readers, subscribers, and online visitors (“you”, “your”, “user”). This Privacy Policy and Regulatory Disclosure outlines how we collect, store, process, and protect your information across our print editions, digital platforms, mobile applications, newsletters, and subscription services.

1. Statutory Publication & RNI Disclosure

Investment Point operates in strict compliance with Indian media, press, and digital broadcasting laws:

  • Publication Profile : Weekly Print Newspaper and Daily Digital Financial Newsletter.

  • Statutory Registration : Registered with the Registrar of Newspapers for India (RNI) / Press Registrar General of India (PRGI) under the Press and Registration of Periodicals Act.

  • Regulatory Compliance : Editorial and publishing workflows strictly comply with the Press Council of India (PCI) Norms of Journalistic Conduct and the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal and technical data to facilitate circulation, digital distribution, and billing:

  • Subscriber & Delivery Data: Full name, physical mailing address, PIN code, mobile number, and email address for weekly newspaper delivery and daily newsletter distribution.

  • Payment & Financial Information: Transaction IDs, billing addresses, and payment confirmation status. Sensitve payment credentials (card numbers, net banking details, UPI IDs) are processed directly by RBI-compliant third-party payment gateways and are never stored on our servers.

  • Automated Technical Data: IP addresses, browser specifications, device identifiers, pages viewed, and email interaction rates to maintain portal security and performance.

  • User Communications: Records of support tickets, subscription queries, feedback, and editorial correspondence.

3. Purpose & Legal Basis for Data Processing

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) and applicable Indian IT laws, data is processed solely for lawful purposes:

  • Dispatching physical newspaper copies and emailing digital newsletters.

  • Managing subscriber accounts, billing, identity verification, and subscription renewals.

  • Addressing customer service inquiries and delivery grievances.

  • Fulfilling statutory requirements under Indian tax, audit, and press registration laws.

  • Protecting against cybersecurity threats, fraudulent activity, and unauthorized access.

4. Data Sharing & Third-Party Processors

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information. Data is shared strictly on a need-to-know basis with:

  • Logistics & Courier Partners: Postal services and local distributors solely to execute physical print delivery.

  • Infrastructure Providers: Secure cloud hosting, SMS gateways, and bulk email distribution services.

  • Legal Authorities: Regulatory agencies, law enforcement, or court orders when required by Indian law.

5. Financial & Investment Content Disclaimer

  • Content published in Investment Point (including financial news, stock market updates, and analytical reports) is provided for educational and informational purposes only.

  • Nothing published by Investment Point constitutes personalized financial, legal, or investment advice. Readers are strongly encouraged to consult a SEBI-registered financial advisor before making investment decisions.

6. International Data & Compliance Standards (GDPR / CCPA)

For international readers, our processing operations align with global standards such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) where applicable. You retain the right to access, rectify, or request the deletion of your personal data, subject to statutory retention mandates under Indian law.

7. User Rights & Data Protection Controls

Under the DPDP Act 2023, you retain the following rights:

  • Access & Correction: Request a summary of your personal data held by us and update inaccurate entries.

  • Consent Withdrawal: Opt out of marketing emails or daily newsletters using the built-in “Unsubscribe” link.

  • Data Erasure: Request complete account deletion, provided retention is not required by tax or statutory media laws.

8. Grievance Redressal & Contact Information

In accordance with the Information Technology Act 2000, IT Rules 2021 (Digital Media Ethics Code), and DPDP Act 2023, contact details for our Grievance Officer are:

  • Name: Mrs Krupa Vadgama,

  • Entity: Grievance Officer / Compliance Desk

  • Location: 101, Madhav Complex, Patel Colony, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India

  • Resolution Timeline: Grievances will be acknowledged within 24 hours and resolved within 25 days of receipt.