Gems Of Bollywood is an educational and public-interest commentary initiative operated by Agni Samaj (a registered business entity in India). We analyze and critique film and media content for research, education, and public awareness.
Scope of Applicability
This disclaimer applies to all platforms owned, managed, or operated by Gems Of Bollywood, including but not limited to our website, social media pages, channels, groups, newsletters, mobile or web applications, communication channels, and any offline events or materials.
Definition of Site
References to the “site” or “platforms” include gemsofbollywood.com and all official pages, channels, and accounts operated by Gems Of Bollywood on services such as X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Telegram, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, and any other present or future distribution channels.
General Disclaimer
All content on our platforms is intended solely for informational, educational, research, and public awareness purposes.
While we strive for accuracy and fairness, we make no warranties, express or implied, regarding completeness, timeliness, or absolute accuracy.
Your use of our content is at your own risk. We will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, exemplary, or punitive loss arising from your use of or reliance on our content.
Professional Disclaimer
We do not provide legal, medical, or other professional advice. Our content reflects research, reporting, and editorial opinion and should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice. You should seek qualified professional advice before acting on any information provided.
Copyright and Fair Dealing
We adhere to the principles of fair dealing under Section 52 of The Copyright Act, 1957.
The Act states, in relevant part:
Certain acts not to be infringement of copyright: (1) The following acts shall not constitute an infringement of copyright, namely:
(a) a fair dealing with any work, not being a computer programme, for the purposes of:
(i) private or personal use, including research;
(ii) criticism or review, whether of that work or of any other work;
(iii) the reporting of current events and current affairs, including the reporting of a lecture delivered in public.
Our commentary may display or reference copyrighted works for purposes including criticism, review, education, research, and public-interest commentary. Such use is undertaken in good faith and is consistent with Indian copyright law.
Third-Party Copyright
We do not claim any ownership over third-party copyrighted material referenced for fair dealing purposes. All such rights remain with their respective owners. If you are a copyright owner and believe your work has been misused, please contact us at gemsofbollywood1@gmail.com. Upon receiving a valid claim, we will review and, where appropriate, remove or modify the content.
Intellectual Property in Our Original Works
Except where third-party rights apply as permitted above, all original text, graphics, audio, and video created by Gems Of Bollywood are the intellectual property of Agni Samaj or its licensors. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or adaptation is prohibited.
External Links
Our platforms may contain links to third-party websites or content. We do not investigate, monitor, or warrant the accuracy, reliability, availability, safety, or completeness of any external content. Your interaction with third-party content is solely at your own risk.
Content Sensitivity and Audience Advisory
Our commentary may include strong opinions and robust critique. If you find such material uncomfortable or offensive, please do not access it. Viewing or interacting with our content is your conscious choice and responsibility.
Voluntary Subscription and Payment Policy
Your financial support, if offered, is treated as a voluntary subscription and a token of appreciation for content already created and published.
Our content remains openly accessible without paywalls. We encourage voluntary subscriptions only after you have consumed and found value in our existing work.
We do not solicit donations. All voluntary subscriptions are considered business revenue and taxed accordingly under applicable law. No donation-related tax exemptions (such as 80G) can be issued.
Voluntary subscriptions do not entitle the subscriber to any additional goods, services, or access beyond what is publicly available.
Payment Processing
Some payments may be processed by third-party payment processors or affiliates in accordance with the laws of their jurisdictions. Such receipts remain business revenue and are not donations.
Invoices
We issue GST invoices for eligible payments. Please email your payment receipt and contact details to gob@agnisamaj.com to receive your invoice.
Refunds
Since voluntary subscriptions are made post-consumption of content, all payments are non-refundable and non-cancellable.
User Conduct
You agree not to use our platforms for unlawful, infringing, defamatory, or harmful activities, and not to interfere with or disrupt the operation or security of the platforms.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Gems Of Bollywood and Agni Samaj shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the platforms or reliance on the content.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold Gems Of Bollywood, Agni Samaj, and their team harmless from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of your use of the platforms or any breach of this disclaimer.
No Waiver
No failure or delay in exercising any right under this disclaimer shall constitute a waiver of that right.
Jurisdiction and Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts at New Delhi, India.
Modification and Acceptance
We may amend this disclaimer without prior notice. By accessing our platforms, you acknowledge and agree to this disclaimer in full. Continued use after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Q. Will I get tax exemptions or an 80G certificate?
No. We are a registered business entity, not an NGO. All voluntary subscriptions are treated as business revenue and are subject to GST/taxes as per Indian law.
Q. Will I get an invoice?
Yes. We issue GST invoices for eligible payments. Please send us your payment details so we can send your invoice.
Q. Can I get a refund if I no longer agree with your content?
No. Payments are for content already created and consumed, so refunds do not apply.
Q. Do you accept cash?
No. We only accept payments via approved digital methods.
