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Research Report: Building India’s Data Centre Ecosystem: A National Policy Framework for Sustainable and Sovereign Digital Infrastructure

India’s data centre ecosystem is entering a decisive phase. As artificial intelligence, cloud services, digital public infrastructure and other data-intensive industries expand, data centres are evolving from commercial facilities into strategic infrastructure central to India’s digital economy, AI ambitions and technological sovereignty. Developed through extensive stakeholder consultations and secondary research, The Dialogue’s latest research report, […]

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Event Report : Conference on Children’s Personal Data Protection

The Dialogue hosted the Conference on Children’s Personal Data Protection to delve into the implications of Rule 10 of the DPDP Rules, which mandates parental consent for processing children’s personal data. Experts from government, industry, and academia engaged in in-depth discussions on the feasibility of current frameworks, challenges in compliance, and possible alternative approaches. The

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Preliminary Analysis: Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025

Intrinsic to India’s long-drawn transition towards chartering a privacy-safe environment, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, enacted the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA 2023) during the monsoon session of the Parliament, on 11th August 2023. The Act sets obligations for Data Fiduciaries and Significant Data Fiduciaries, provides safeguards

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Policy Brief: “Verifiably Safe” Processing of Children’s Personal Data under the DPDPA 2023 : A Catalogue of Measures

In November, 2023, The Dialogue, in collaboration with the Future of Privacy Forum (FPF), presents an in-depth analysis on the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA), focusing on the protection of children’s personal data. The report dives into the concept of “verifiably safe” processing—a unique framework under the DPDPA designed to safeguard children’s privacy

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Event Report: Stakeholder Consultation On The Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019

On March 7, 2020, The Dialogue, in partnership with PSA Legal, hosted a stakeholder consultation on the Personal Data Protection Bill 2019 at The Raintree Hotel, Chennai. The event brought together key players from diverse industries to analyze the Bill and address its potential challenges. Moderated by Kazim Rizvi, Founding Director of The Dialogue, and

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Event Report: Stakeholder Consultation on the Building Blocks of a Data Protection Authority

In February 2020, The Dialogue, in collaboration with the Centre for Communication Governance at National Law University Delhi, convened a crucial roundtable to discuss India’s path toward establishing a robust Data Protection Authority (DPA). As India moves from limited data privacy practices to an advanced data protection regime, this consultation brought together thought leaders, technology

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Event Report- Policy Framework for Data Protection in India:  National Conference to Deliberate India’s Data Protection Policy

In an age where data drives business, decision-making, and communication, protecting personal data has become crucial for both individuals and the digital economy. Recognizing this, India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) formed a Committee of Experts, led by Justice B.N. Srikrishna, to shape a robust data protection framework. This white paper, developed by

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Research Paper: Data Localisation In A Globalised World

This publication by The Dialogue offers an in-depth exploration of data localization policies and their implications for India’s burgeoning digital landscape. The study assesses the delicate balance required to advance as a middle-income economy while leveraging data and technology responsibly. This report critiques the potential economic and innovation barriers imposed by stringent data localization requirements,

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Event Report: Cross-Border Data Flows Fundamentals For AI Griwth In India

The Dialogue, in partnership with Microsoft, convened a significant conference at the Constitution Club of India, focusing on the critical themes of AI-driven innovation, privacy, and cross-border data flows. This gathering led to the release of a comprehensive working paper that explores these interconnected topics. Our report examines the intricate relationship between data’s value for

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Impact Study: Personal Data Protection Bill on the Startup Ecosystem

The Dialogue, in collaboration with Microsoft, held a series of significant stakeholder consultations from March to October on the theme “The Need for a Progressive Data Regulation Regime for Indian Startups.” These discussions aimed to shape a more enabling environment for startups in the evolving digital landscape. The consultations engaged 57 startups across various sectors,

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