TERMS OF USE

Welcome to the official website of the Research on India’s Security, Economy and Technology (RISET) Foundation (“RISET Foundation”, “we”, “us”, or “our”).

BY ACCESSING OR USING WWW.RISETFOUNDATION.COM (“WEBSITE”), YOU AGREE TO THESE TERMS OF USE. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, PLEASE DISCONTINUE USE OF THE WEBSITE.

1. Purpose and Scope

This Website provides access to RISET Foundation’s research, publications, training programs, strategic engagement services, consultancy services, collaborative forums, expert insights and organizational information. These Terms govern your use of all Website content, digital services, and online interactions with the Foundation.

2. Legal Compliance

Use of this Website is governed by applicable Indian laws, including:

• Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
• Information Technology Act, 2000 and relevant Rules
• Tamil Nadu Trust Act

Where applicable for international research collaborations, we follow globally accepted data protection principles.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this Website—including text, reports, graphics, publications, research summaries, training modules, data, logos, and design—is the intellectual property of the RISET Foundation. unless otherwise stated.

You may view, download, or share materials for personal and non-commercial use with appropriate attribution. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, commercialize, or create derivative works without prior written permission.

4. Acceptable Use

By using this Website, you agree to:

• Access content only for lawful and authorized purposes
• Avoid disrupting or attempting to breach Website security
• Not use automated tools or any other means for scraping, harvesting, or unauthorized access
• Not upload defamatory, obscene, infringing, or unlawful materials

Any misuse may lead to access restrictions and legal action.

5. Privacy and Data Handling

RISET Foundation values and protects your privacy. All personal information submitted through the Site is processed in accordance with the RISET Foundation Privacy Policy, which complies with:

• The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
• The Information Technology Act, 2000 and applicable Rules
• Relevant Indian state laws

Personal data is collected only when voluntarily provided. No sensitive personal data is processed without explicit consent. RISET Foundation does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

Any personal information collected will be used solely for legitimate organizational purposes, in line with applicable data protection laws.

Your use of the Website is also governed by the RISET Foundation Privacy Policy, which explains:

• What data we collect
• How we process and store it
• Your rights under the DPDP Act
• Cookies and analytics use
• How to contact the Grievance Officer

By continuing to use the Website, you consent to the data practices described in the Privacy Policy.

6. User Contributions

If you voluntarily share information, ideas, documents, content, or feedback with RISET Foundation, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, store, publish, or reproduce such material for institutional purposes unless otherwise agreed in writing and to the extent permissible under law.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to external websites for reference, research, or collaboration. RISET Foundation is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or security of third-party sites.

8. Security

We implement technical and organizational safeguards—such as encryption, access controls, and secure servers—to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of login credentials.

Unauthorized access attempts may result in legal action.

9. Cookies and Analytics

The Site uses cookies and analytics tools to improve performance and user experience. Use of the Site indicates consent to cookie usage as described in the Privacy Policy. Users may disable cookies through browser settings.

10. User Security Responsibilities

Users are responsible for safeguarding their login credentials and ensuring secure access practices.

Any unauthorized attempts to breach, hack, or compromise any part of the Website are strictly prohibited and may trigger legal consequences under applicable cyber and data protection laws.

11. Children’s Use

The Site and activities are intended primarily for adults. Data from individuals under 18 is processed only with verified parental or guardian consent, consistent with the Privacy Policy.

12. Donor and Payment Information

If you make donations or payments through the Website:

• Transactions are processed via secure, compliant payment gateways
• RISET Foundation does not store full financial data
• Donation records are maintained only for statutory and accounting purposes

13. Events, Research, and Publications

Information you provide during events, surveys, or research participation may be used for documentation, reporting, and academic purposes, in accordance with your consent and as described in our Privacy Policy.

12. Modifications to These Terms

RISET Foundation may update these Terms to reflect legal, operational, or technological changes.

The latest version will always be published on this page.

CONTINUED USE OF THE WEBSITE SIGNIFIES ACCEPTANCE OF THE UPDATED TERMS.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of India.

All disputes arising from use of this Website or these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.

14. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

CONTENT ON THIS WEBSITE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES. WHILE WE STRIVE FOR ACCURACY AND RELIABILITY, WE DO NOT GUARANTEE COMPLETENESS, TIMELINESS, OR SUITABILITY.

RISET FOUNDATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM USE OF THE WEBSITE, INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE CONTENT, OR RELIANCE ON PUBLISHED INFORMATION, OR CYBERATTACKS, DATA LOSS, OR SYSTEM FAILURES.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless RISET Foundation, its trustees, employees, and partners from any claims or liabilities arising from your misuse of the Site or violation of these Terms.

14. Termination of Access

RISET Foundation may suspend or terminate access to the Site at any time without notice if your actions violate these Terms or pose a security or operational risk.

Contact Information

RISET Foundation
Email: reachus@risetfoundation.com
Registered Address: Ishwarya Nagar, Thondamuthur Road, Bharathiyar University Post Office, Vadavalli, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India