Welcome to The Metropolitan India (the “Magazine,” “Service,” “Platform”). By accessing, browsing, or utilizing the digital ecosystem located at themetropolitan.in, you are entering into a legally binding agreement.

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your relationship with The Metropolitan India. In the context of India’s journey toward the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, we maintain a standard of excellence that extends to our legal frameworks. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately cease all use of our platforms.

Intellectual Property & Sovereignty

The Metropolitan India is a repository of original thought, cinematic artistry, and strategic data. All content featured on this platform is the exclusive property of the Magazine and its parent entity.

A. Proprietary Rights

• Editorial Content: All articles, “8 Pillar” frameworks, deep-dive reports, and whitepapers are protected under the Copyright Act, 1957 (India) and international intellectual property treaties.

• Visual Assets: Our “Cinematic” 16:9 imagery, custom graphics, and video content are proprietary assets. Unauthorized scraping, downloading, or redistribution is strictly prohibited.

• Trademarks: The name “The Metropolitan India,” our logos, and the slogan “Architecting Influence” are trademarks. Use of these marks without prior written consent is a violation of the Trademarks Act, 1999.

B. Limited License to Use

We grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access our content for your personal, non-commercial, and professional intelligence purposes.

• You May: Quote small excerpts of our content for academic or journalistic purposes, provided that clear attribution and a direct backlink to the original article on themetropolitanindia.com are included.

• You May Not: Use any “robot,” “spider,” or automated device to monitor or copy our web pages or the content contained therein without our prior express written permission.

No Investment or Professional Advice

The Metropolitan India provides high-level intelligence and visionary analysis regarding the $30 Trillion Economy. However, it is a publication of opinion and research, not a financial advisory firm.

• Non-Reliance: The content provided is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, legal, or tax advice.

• Independent Verification: Readers are encouraged to consult with certified professional advisors before making significant capital allocations or business decisions based on our “Economic Engine” or “Wealth & Markets” insights.

• Market Risks: All forward-looking statements regarding the 2047 roadmap involve inherent risks and uncertainties. The Metropolitan India is not responsible for any financial losses or missed opportunities resulting from the use of our content.

User Conduct & “Architect” Etiquette

Our community consists of global leaders and visionaries. We expect a standard of conduct that reflects this status.

• Prohibited Actions: You agree not to engage in any activity that interferes with the platform’s operation, including but not limited to:

  • Uploading malicious code or viruses.

  • Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our “Inner Circle” subscriber data.

  • Engaging in “DDoS” attacks or bandwidth-heavy scraping.

• Commentary & Interaction: If you participate in our forums or comment sections, you must maintain a professional and respectful tone. Hate speech, defamation, and self-promotional “spam” will result in immediate termination of access.

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To access the “Inner Circle” and premium reports, users must maintain an active subscription.

• Subscription Tiers: We offer various tiers of access (Digital, Premium, and Institutional). The specifics of each are outlined on our “Membership” page.

• Billing: All payments are processed through secure, PCI-compliant third-party gateways. By providing payment information, you represent that you are the authorized user of the payment instrument.

• Cancellations: Subscriptions may be cancelled at any time; however, refunds are governed by our Refund Policy, and access will typically continue until the end of the current billing cycle.

Third-Party Links & Partnerships

In our “Advertise With Us” and “Lifestyle & Luxury” sections, we may link to third-party luxury brands, investment firms, or external resources.

• Independence: The Metropolitan India does not endorse, verify, or take responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or business practices of third-party websites.

• Affiliate Disclosure: Some links may be affiliate links, meaning we receive a commission for purchases made at no extra cost to you. This helps fund our high-end investigative journalism.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Metropolitan India, its directors, employees, and contributors shall not be liable for any:

• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

• Loss of profits, data, or goodwill.

• Errors or omissions in the content.

• Technical malfunctions or data breaches beyond our reasonable control.

Our total liability for any claim arising out of these Terms shall not exceed the amount you paid to us for the service in the twelve months preceding the claim.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Metropolitan India and its affiliates from any claims, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your violation of these Terms, your misuse of the platform, or your infringement of any third-party rights.

Force Majeure

The Metropolitan India shall not be liable for any failure to perform its obligations where such failure results from any cause beyond our reasonable control, including, without limitation, mechanical, electronic, or communications failure or degradation (including “acts of God,” pandemics, or national internet outages).

Termination of Access

We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the platform, with or without notice, for any conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to the “Metropolitan” brand or other users.

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India.

• Dispute Resolution: Any dispute arising out of these Terms shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith mediation.

• Jurisdiction: If mediation fails, the courts of Mumbai, India, shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any legal proceedings.

Amendments to Terms

As the global landscape and Indian regulations evolve, we may update these Terms. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the site. Your continued use of the platform after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

Contact Information

For any legal inquiries or clarifications regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact our legal department:

Email: themetropolitanmag@gmail.com

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