Terms and Conditions

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Effective Date: May 01, 2026

Last Updated: May 01, 2026

Welcome to PRB NEWS (accessible via https://prbnews.in/). PRB NEWS (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a digital news portal operated from New Delhi, India.

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, mobile applications, newsletters, and any other digital services or content provided by us (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing, browsing, or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please immediately discontinue your use of our Services.

1. Eligibility and User Registration

  • Age Requirement: You must be at least 18 years old to use this website independently. If you are under 18, you may use our Services only under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian.

  • Account Security: To access certain features (such as posting comments or subscribing to premium content), you may be required to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to keep your login credentials confidential. You are solely responsible for all activities that occur under your account.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

  • Our Content: All content published on PRB NEWS—including but not limited to news articles, opinions, editorials, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, videos, software, and the overall design/layout of the website—is the exclusive property of PRB NEWS or its content suppliers and is protected by Indian and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

  • Limited License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and view our content strictly for your personal, non-commercial use.

  • Prohibited Use: You shall not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, transmit, display, perform, publish, license, create derivative works from, or sell any information or content obtained from PRB NEWS without our prior written consent. Unauthorized use may lead to legal action under the Indian Copyright Act, 1957.

3. User-Generated Content and Comments

PRB NEWS may allow users to post comments, feedback, or participate in discussion forums (“User Content”). By submitting User Content, you grant us a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free, irrevocable, and sub-licensable right to use, host, store, reproduce, and display such content across our platform.

When posting User Content, you strictly agree not to upload or publish any material that:

  • Is defamatory, libelous, obscene, pornographic, pedophilic, hateful, or racially/ethnically objectionable.

  • Infringes upon any third-party intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or publicity rights.

  • Contains software viruses, malware, or any computer code designed to disrupt or limit website functionality.

  • Threatens the unity, integrity, defense, security, or sovereignty of India, friendly relations with foreign states, or public order.

  • Is deliberately false, misleading, or constitutes fake news intended to deceive or harass.

PRB NEWS reserves the absolute right, but does not assume the obligation, to monitor, edit, or delete any User Content that violates these Terms without prior notice.

4. Compliance with Digital Media Rules (Ethics Code)

As a digital news publisher operating in India, PRB NEWS complies with the Code of Ethics prescribed under Appendix I of the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. We strive to maintain accuracy, fairness, and journalistic integrity.

If you believe any content published on our portal violates the Code of Ethics or is factually incorrect, you may file a formal complaint with our Grievance Officer (see Section 10).

5. Third-Party Links and Advertisements

Our website contains links to third-party websites, services, or advertisements that are not owned or controlled by PRB NEWS. We do not endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. Your interactions with these third parties are entirely at your own risk.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

  • “As Is” Basis: The information, news, opinions, and analysis provided on PRB NEWS are for general informational purposes only. The Services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

  • No Guarantee of Accuracy: While we make every effort to verify information, we do not warrant that the content is completely accurate, exhaustive, reliable, current, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components.

  • Editorial Opinions: Opinions expressed by columnists, guest writers, or users do not necessarily reflect the official stance or policy of PRB NEWS.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable Indian law, PRB NEWS, its parent company, directors, employees, affiliates, or agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to:

  • Your use of, or inability to use, our Services.

  • Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the content.

  • Any unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data.

  • The defamatory, offensive, or illegal conduct of any third party or user.

8. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless PRB NEWS, its affiliates, officers, and employees from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in any way connected to your violation of these Terms, your misuse of the Services, or your violation of any third-party rights.

9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by, interpreted, and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India. Any legal action, suit, or dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of PRB NEWS shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts located in New Delhi, India.

10. Grievance Redressal Mechanism

In compliance with Rule 11 of the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, PRB NEWS has appointed a Grievance Officer to address user complaints and grievances regarding content or data privacy.

If you have a grievance regarding any content on our website (including claims of fake news, defamation, or copyright infringement), please submit your complaint in writing with the specific URL and details of the violation to:

  • Name/Designation: Grievance Officer, PRB NEWS

  • Address: P-102, 3rd Floor, Jamia Nagar, Okhla, New Delhi, India – 110025

  • Email Address: privacy@prbnews.in

  • Website: https://prbnews.in/

We will acknowledge your grievance within twenty-four (24) hours and aim to dispose of/resolve the complaint within fifteen (15) days of receipt.

11. Modifications to the Terms

PRB NEWS reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify, alter, or replace these Terms at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of our Services after any such changes constitute your acceptance of the new Terms.

12. Contact Information

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