Research & Publications
Contributing to the scholarly discourse on data protection through rigorous research, publications, and thought leadership. Our work bridges academic inquiry with practical application to advance the jurisprudence of privacy law in India.
Our Research Focus
Three complementary streams of inquiry informing our research agenda.
Theoretical Foundations
Examining the conceptual underpinnings of data protection and privacy law
Comparative Analysis
Studying global data protection frameworks to inform Indian jurisprudence
Applied Research
Addressing practical implementation challenges faced by organisations
Recent Publications
Our latest research and white papers on data protection law.
DPDP Rules 2025: The Definitive Implementation Guide for Indian Organisations
India's data protection regime finally has teeth. On November 13, 2025, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) notified the Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 — the long-awaited operational framework under the DPDP Act, 2023. With an 18-month compliance runway expiring May 13, 2027, organisations across India face a structural transformation in how they collect, process, store, and transfer personal data. The stakes are severe: penalties reach ₹250 crore for security safeguard failures alone. Yet an EY India survey of 150+ professionals reveals 71% have limited understanding of the Act and Rules, while 83% have not begun comprehensive implementation. This white paper cuts through the complexity, mapping the practical challenges organisations face and offering an actionable compliance roadmap grounded in expert analysis from India's leading law firms, consultancies, and industry bodies.
DPDP Act Key Provisions Explained: A Detailed Analysis
A breakdown of the most important provisions in the Digital Personal Data Protection Act and what they mean for your organisation.
Research Collaboration
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Joint Research
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Research Sponsorship
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Custom Research
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Interested in Collaborating?
Whether you wish to partner on research, sponsor our work, or commission custom studies, we welcome the opportunity to collaborate with you.