Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 10/10/2025

At India Weekly, part of Asian Media Group USA Inc., we are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you engage with our publications, visit our website, or subscribe to our newsletters. India Weekly provides news, business, lifestyle, and cultural coverage from a South Asian perspective and serves readers across the United States and internationally. This policy is written in line with applicable US federal and state privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines.

About India Weekly

India Weekly is a leading Asian newspaper in the US, providing readers with in-depth coverage of current affairs, culture, politics, entertainment, and community issues. With a strong readership base, India Weekly has established itself as a trusted source of news and analysis, bringing together stories that matter to Asian communities and beyond.

The newspaper is complemented by its digital platforms, offering news, features, and multimedia content to engage audiences across print and online.

Regional rules that may apply

For US residents

If you are resident in the United States, privacy laws that may apply include federal and state statutes such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), as well as other state privacy laws where applicable. California residents have specific rights including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to request deletion of personal information, and the right to opt out of the sharing of personal information for targeted advertising.

We do not sell personal data for money. Where processing constitutes “sharing” under applicable state law, we provide the rights and notices required by that law. California residents can exercise their rights or submit an opt-out request by emailing us at data@amg.biz.

We also comply with laws protecting children’s online privacy such as the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and follow Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidance where applicable when any services could be used by children.

For UK Residents

If you are a resident of the United Kingdom, the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 apply to our processing of personal data. Under these laws, you have the right to access personal data we hold about you, request correction of inaccuracies, request erasure, request restriction of processing, object to processing including for marketing purposes, and request data portability where applicable. For processing based on consent, you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time.

Where we rely on legitimate interests to process personal data, for purposes such as site security, fraud prevention, and basic analytics. We carry out and document a balancing test to ensure those interests do not override your rights and freedoms. We comply with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) in relation to electronic marketing and the use of cookies. Detailed information about cookies and consent management is available in our Cookie Policy.

In case of a personal data breach that poses a risk to your rights or freedoms, we will notify the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) without undue delay and communicate with affected users where required under applicable law.

For India Residents

If you are a resident of India, the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) and applicable provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000 and associated rules govern our processing of digital personal data.

Under the DPDP Act, you have rights to give, withdraw, and manage consent, as well as rights to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data as set out in the statute. Where personal data is processed for contractual, legal, or other lawful purposes, we rely on the relevant lawful basis and implement reasonable safeguards and contractual protections when data is transferred outside India.

Where the DPDP Act requires, we observe grievance procedures and timelines applicable to processing within its scope. You may raise concerns, submit complaints, or exercise your rights by contacting us at:

Grievance Email: data@amg.biz

When contacting us, please provide sufficient details about your concern, such as the nature of the data, the request or complaint, and any relevant identifiers. You can also withdraw consent or manage your preferences through the same email. We will respond within the timelines specified under the DPDP Act and take appropriate action to resolve your concern.

For Other Regions and International Transfers

If you are a resident outside the US, UK, or India, we process your personal data in line with applicable local laws and international data protection standards. When personal data is transferred across borders, we implement safeguards such as contractual protections, technical and organizational measures, and legal agreements to ensure your information remains secure. You may contact us at data@amg.biz to access your data, ask questions, or raise concerns about international transfer.

Your Acceptance of These Terms

By using this site, you indicate your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree with the terms set out here, please do not continue to use the site. Ongoing use of the site following any changes made to this policy will be taken as acceptance of those changes.

Use of Data

We are committed to using your personal data responsibly and only where we have a legal basis to do so. Under US privacy laws, including CCPA, you have rights regarding your personal information, including access, correction, deletion, and opt-out of sales.

What We Collect, Why We Collect It, and Legal Basis

How We Use Your Information

We use the data collected in the following ways:

• To deliver newsletters and updates you have subscribed to

• To provide information about India Weekly events, features, and services

• To respond to inquiries, feedback, or customer service requests

• To analyze and improve our website’s performance using anonymized data

• To comply with our legal or regulatory responsibilities

• To personalize content where appropriate, such as highlighting popular stories

We do not use your information to create behavioral profiles for automated decision-making that produces legal or significant effects.

When and Why We Share Your Data

We do not sell or rent your data to third parties. We also do not collect sensitive categories of data.

However, we may share limited personal data with trusted third-party service providers who help us deliver digital and publishing services. These providers act as processors on our behalf and are only permitted to use the data for specific purposes under binding contractual terms.

Where required, we ensure that any personal data transferred outside the US is safeguarded through standard contractual protections and agreements compliant with applicable US laws.

Main Categories of Third-Party Tools and Services

Our Use of Cookies

We use cookies to improve your browsing experience and gather aggregated statistics about website use.

Cookies allow us to:

• Analyze how people use the site

• Improve performance and functionality

• Remember your settings and preferences

Some cookies expire at the end of your session (session cookies), while others remain until deleted (persistent cookies). When you first visit our site, you will be presented with a cookie banner giving you the option to accept or decline non-essential cookies.

Retention Periods – How Long We Keep Your Information

Automated Decisions and Profiling

We do not use your personal data to make decisions that are solely the result of automated processing where such decisions could have a legal effect on you or significantly impact your rights.

How We Protect Your Information

We take the security of your personal data very seriously. To safeguard it against unauthorized access, misuse, accidental loss, alteration, or disclosure, we have implemented strong technical and organizational measures, including:

• Secure encrypted connections (HTTPS/SSL)

• Firewalls and secure servers

• Role-based access controls

• Staff training on data protection

• Regular backups, monitoring, and audits

If a data breach occurs that may pose a risk to your rights or freedoms, we will notify affected individuals without undue delay and notify regulators as required under applicable US laws, including CCPA.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our services, business practices, legal obligations, or technological developments. Updated versions will be posted on our website.

Complaints and Contact

To request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information (DSR), or to appeal a denied request, please contact us by email at data@amg.biz. We may request additional information to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

India Weekly
Asian Media Group USA Inc.
2020 Beaver Ruin Road,

Norcross, GA 30071

Email: data@amg.us

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to make a complaint to the California Attorney General’s Office https://oag.ca.gov or contact the Federal Trade Commission at www.ftc.gov.