At The Metropolitan India, we recognize that in the journey toward a $30 Trillion Economy, data is the new sovereign currency. As a premier publication chronicling the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, we believe that the privacy of our “Architects of Influence”, our readers, subscribers, and partners, is paramount.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, process, secure, and manage your personal data across our digital platforms, including themetropolitan.in, our mobile applications, newsletters, and exclusive “Inner Circle” events. By engaging with our content, you trust us with your information, and we are committed to honoring that trust with absolute transparency and high-level security.

As a digital entity rooted in India with a global footprint, our data practices are governed by:

• The Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP), India.

• The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), European Union.

• The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), USA.

• Other applicable global data residency and protection laws.

Information We Collect

To provide you with high-authority intelligence and a personalized luxury reading experience, we collect information in three primary categories:

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

• Identity Data: Full name, professional title, and organizational affiliation.

• Contact Data: Email address, telephone number, and physical mailing address (for print editions).

• Financial Data: Credit/debit card details and billing addresses for premium memberships (processed through secure, encrypted third-party gateways).

• Preferences: Your interests across our 8 pillars (e.g., Urban Evolution, Tech Transformation, or Wealth & Markets).

B. Automated Technical Data

As you navigate our “Cinematic” digital interface, we automatically collect:

• Usage Data: Which articles you read, the duration of your sessions, and your navigation paths.

• Device Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.

• Location Data: General geographic location (City/Country) to serve region-specific economic insights.

C. Third-Party Intelligence

We may receive data about you from professional networks (like LinkedIn) or public records to ensure our “Leadership & Entrepreneurs” profiles are accurate and high-impact.

Purpose of Data Processing

We do not merely “collect” data; we utilize it to architect a better experience for you. The legal bases for our processing include:

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Metropolitan India uses advanced tracking pixels and cookies to maintain your “luxury session.”

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for secure login and navigation.

• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand which “Nation Builder” profiles are resonating with our audience.

• Advertising Cookies: Used by our premium brand partners to ensure you only see ads relevant to your high-net-worth status.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We uphold a “Sovereign Data” policy: We do not sell your personal data to third-party brokers. However, we may share information with:

• Service Providers: Cloud hosting (AWS/Google Cloud), email delivery systems, and payment processors.

• Strategic Partners: For co-branded “Advertise With Us” whitepapers, only if you explicitly opt-in.

• Legal Authorities: When required by the laws of the Republic of India to protect national security or comply with judicial proceedings.

Global Data Transfers

Since our audience includes the Global Indian diaspora, your data may be stored or processed in servers located outside your home country. We ensure that such transfers are protected by Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and meet the “adequacy” requirements of the GDPR and DPDP Act.

Data Security: Our Digital Fortress

We employ military-grade encryption (AES-256) and Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology to protect your data. Our “AI-Native” infrastructure is monitored 24/7 for potential breaches. Access to your personal data is strictly limited to authorized “Metropolitan” personnel who have signed non-disclosure agreements.

Data Retention Policy

We retain your information only as long as:

1. You maintain an active relationship with The Metropolitan India.

2. It is necessary to provide you with our strategic intelligence.

3. It is required for legal, accounting, or reporting purposes.

When data is no longer required, it is “Anonymized” or permanently deleted from our secure servers.

Your Sovereign Rights

As an “Architect of Influence,” you have full control over your digital footprint:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of all data we hold about you.

• Right to Rectification: Correct any inaccuracies in your professional profile.

• Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request the permanent deletion of your data.

• Right to Withdraw Consent: Unsubscribe from our “Inner Circle” briefings at any time.

• Right to Portability: Request your data be transferred to another service provider.

Children’s Privacy

Our content is designed for a professional, adult audience involved in the $30 Trillion Economy. We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware of such data collection, it will be immediately purged.

AI and Automated Decision Making

We use AI to curate your content feed based on your reading habits. However, we do not use automated decision-making for any processes that have legal or significant financial consequences for our users without human oversight.

Changes to This Policy

As India evolves toward 2047, so will our digital policies. We reserve the right to update this document. Significant changes will be communicated via our “Metropolitan Briefing” newsletter or a prominent notice on our homepage.

Contact Our Data Protection Officer (DPO)

For any privacy-related inquiries, data access requests, or to exercise your rights under the DPDP Act or GDPR, please contact our dedicated legal team:

Email: themetropolitanmag@gmail.com

Your privacy is not just a legal requirement; it is a fundamental aspect of the “Metropolitan” lifestyle. By choosing to read The Metropolitan India, you are choosing a partner that respects your digital sovereignty as much as your intellectual ambition.

Lead the Century. Architect Your Influence. Protect Your Privacy.