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Welcome to CRI ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the website www.crni.in (the "Website") and any services or information provided by CRI. By accessing or using our Website, you agree to comply with these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use our Website.
General Provisions
- These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between the user ("you," "your") and CRI.
- These Terms are governed by the Information Technology Act, 2000, and its subsequent amendments.
- All rights not expressly granted to the user are reserved by CRI.
Eligibility
By using the Website, you confirm that:
- You are at least 18 years of age.
- You have the legal capacity to enter into a binding contract as per the Indian Contract Act, 1872.
If you are using the Website on behalf of a legal entity, you represent that you are authorized to bind that entity to these Terms
Intellectual Property Rights
- All content on the Website, including text, images, videos, logos, trademarks, software, and databases, is the intellectual property of CRI or its licensors.
- Unauthorized copying, distribution, modification, or use of the Website content violates applicable copyright laws, including the Copyright Act, 1957, and trademark laws under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.
- You agree not to reverse-engineer, decompile, or create derivative works based on the Website or its content.
Permitted Use of the Website
Users are permitted to:
- Access and use the Website for lawful purposes, including research and educational activities.
Users must not:
- Engage in activities that harm or exploit minors under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012.
- Misuse the Website for spamming, phishing, or unauthorized data mining.
- Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful content.
User Content and Contributions
If you submit content to the Website (e.g., comments, feedback, or research data), you grant CRI a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display that content for business purposes.
You must ensure that your content:
- Does not infringe intellectual property rights as per the Indian Copyright Act, 1957.
- Is not defamatory or in violation of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860, including Sections 499 and 500.
Data Privacy
- All data collection and processing are subject to the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011.
- Users consent to CRI’s collection, storage, and use of data as described in our Privacy Policy.
- CRI ensures compliance with the Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019, as applicable.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted under Indian law, CRI shall not be liable for:
- Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
- Loss of data or revenue arising from the use of the Website.
CRI’s total liability, if any, is limited to INR 10,000 under the Indian Contract Act, 1872.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless CRI, its affiliates, officers, and employees from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from:
- Your breach of these Terms.
- Your violation of any third-party rights under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
- Misuse of the Website or its content.
Termination
CRI reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website:
- If you breach these Terms.
- If required under applicable law, including orders from law enforcement or the judiciary under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.
Upon termination, you must cease all use of the Website.
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
- These Terms are governed by the laws of India.
- Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Belagavi, Karnataka.
- For alternative dispute resolution, parties may refer to arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Amendments to Terms
- CRI reserves the right to amend or update these Terms at its discretion.
- Significant changes will be notified to users via email or by posting a notice on the Website.
- Continued use of the Website after any amendments signifies your acceptance of the revised Terms.
Third-Party Links
- The Website may contain links to third-party websites. CRI is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such sites.
- Users should review the respective terms and policies of third-party websites.
Force Majeure
CRI shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to events beyond its reasonable control, including acts of God, pandemics, or government restrictions under the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at: office@crni.in