Compliance & Regulatory Information

Evanto, operating at evanto.banglarkatha.in, is a digital marketplace platform fully owned and operated by Banglar Katha (banglarkatha.in). We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of compliance with applicable laws and regulations across India and internationally.

Indian Regulatory Compliance

Business Registration & Corporate Compliance

Legal Entity: Registered under applicable Indian laws
Business Structure: Operating as per Companies Act, 2013 and related regulations
Registered Office: All statutory registers and records maintained as per law
Corporate Identification: Company details available upon request for B2B transactions

Data Protection & Privacy (DPDPA 2023)

Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023: Full compliance with data protection regulations effective 2025
Consent Management: Explicit user consent obtained for data collection and processing
Data Minimization: Collection limited to necessary information for service delivery
Data Security: Implementation of reasonable security safeguards to protect user data
User Rights: Mechanisms provided for data access, correction, and erasure requests
Data Breach Protocol: Established procedures for timely notification to authorities and affected users
Cross-Border Transfer: Compliance with data localization and transfer restrictions as applicable

Tax Compliance

GST Registration: Registered under Goods and Services Tax Act
GST Invoicing: GST-compliant invoicing for all applicable transactions
TDS/TCS: Tax deduction and collection at source as per Income Tax Act, 1961
Financial Reporting: Regular filing of statutory returns and financial statements
E-invoicing: Compliance with mandatory e-invoicing requirements where applicable

Information Technology & Cybersecurity

IT Act 2000: Compliance with Information Technology Act, 2000 and amendments
CERT-In Guidelines: Adherence to Indian Computer Emergency Response Team directives
Log Retention: Maintenance of system logs as per regulatory requirements
Incident Reporting: Established protocols for cybersecurity incident reporting
Security Measures: Implementation of appropriate technical and organizational security measures

Consumer Protection

Consumer Protection Act, 2019: Compliance with consumer rights and e-commerce regulations
Transparent Pricing: Clear disclosure of pricing, taxes, and charges
Refund & Return Policy: Fair policies clearly communicated to users
Grievance Redressal: Designated grievance officer and complaint resolution mechanism
Terms of Service: Clear and accessible terms governing platform usage

Intermediary Guidelines & Digital Media Ethics Code

IT Rules 2021: Compliance with Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code
Content Moderation: Mechanisms for addressing prohibited content
Grievance Officer: Appointed officer for user complaints and concerns
Transparency: Disclosure of content moderation policies and practices

Payment & Financial Services

Payment Gateway Compliance: Use of RBI-authorized payment gateways
KYC Norms: Know Your Customer procedures where applicable
Anti-Money Laundering: Monitoring and prevention measures in place
Secure Transactions: PCI-DSS compliant payment processing (where applicable)

International Regulatory Compliance

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - European Union

Applicability: Compliance measures for processing data of EU residents
Legal Basis: Processing based on legitimate legal grounds (consent, contract, legitimate interest)
Data Subject Rights: Mechanisms for rights to access, rectification, erasure, portability, and restriction
Data Protection by Design: Privacy considerations integrated into system development
International Transfers: Use of Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) where required
Breach Notification: 72-hour breach notification protocol established
Data Processing Agreements: Appropriate agreements with third-party processors

Global Data Privacy Standards

CCPA/CPRA (California): Privacy rights for California residents where applicable
Privacy Shield Principles: Adherence to international data transfer frameworks
Cross-Border Data: Compliance with destination country data protection laws
Privacy Policy: Comprehensive privacy notice accessible to all users

Information Security Standards

ISO 27001 Principles: Implementation of information security management best practices
Security Controls: Administrative, technical, and physical safeguards
Risk Assessment: Regular evaluation of security risks and vulnerabilities
Incident Response: Documented incident response and business continuity plans
Third-Party Security: Vendor security assessments and management

Payment Card Industry (PCI-DSS)

Secure Payment Processing: PCI-DSS compliant infrastructure for card transactions
Data Encryption: Encryption of cardholder data in transit and at rest
Access Controls: Restricted access to payment information
Security Testing: Regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning

Intellectual Property Protection

Copyright Compliance: Respect for intellectual property rights globally
DMCA Compliance: Digital Millennium Copyright Act takedown procedures
Trademark Protection: Measures to prevent trademark infringement
IP Rights Management: Clear policies for user-generated and third-party content

Accessibility Standards

WCAG Guidelines: Commitment to web content accessibility guidelines
Inclusive Design: Efforts to ensure platform accessibility for users with disabilities
Continuous Improvement: Ongoing accessibility enhancements

Operational & Ethical Compliance

Business Ethics & Conduct

Code of Conduct: Ethical business practices and standards
Anti-Corruption: Zero tolerance for bribery and corruption
Fair Competition: Adherence to fair trade and competition laws
Transparency: Honest communication with stakeholders

Vendor & Partner Compliance

Due Diligence: Screening and verification of vendors and sellers
Contractual Agreements: Clear terms with third-party service providers
Quality Standards: Requirements for product/service quality on platform
Compliance Obligations: Ensuring partners meet regulatory requirements

Content Standards & Moderation

Prohibited Content: Clear policies against illegal or harmful content
User Guidelines: Community standards and acceptable use policies
Reporting Mechanism: Easy reporting of violations and concerns
Content Review: Processes for content monitoring and action

Record Keeping & Audit

Documentation: Maintenance of required business records
Audit Trail: System logs and transaction records
Retention Policy: Data retention as per legal requirements
Internal Audits: Regular compliance reviews and assessments

Compliance Updates & Monitoring

We continuously monitor regulatory developments and update our compliance framework accordingly. Our commitment includes:

Regular review of applicable laws and regulations
Timely implementation of new compliance requirements
Staff training on compliance obligations
Engagement with legal and regulatory experts
Participation in industry compliance forums
Periodic compliance audits and risk assessments

Compliance Contact Information

General Compliance Inquiries

For questions regarding our compliance practices:

Email: info@banglarkatha.in (Compliance Inquiries)

Data Protection Officer

For data privacy and protection matters:

Email: info@banglarkatha.in (Data Protection)

Grievance Officer

For complaints and grievance redressal:

Email: info@banglarkatha.in (Grievance)

Legal Department

For legal and regulatory matters:

Email: info@banglarkatha.in (Legal)

Response Time: We aim to respond to all compliance-related inquiries within 5-7 business days.

Important Notice

This compliance page provides an overview of our commitment to regulatory adherence. It does not constitute legal advice and is subject to change based on evolving legal and regulatory requirements. For specific compliance matters affecting your use of our platform, please refer to our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and other legal documents, or contact our compliance team directly.

While we strive to maintain compliance with all applicable laws, the regulatory landscape is dynamic. Users are encouraged to review our policies regularly for updates.

About Evanto

Evanto is a digital product marketplace operating at evanto.banglarkatha.in

Owned & Operated by: Banglar Katha

Website: banglarkatha.in