Terms of Use – SamayTimes.com

Last Updated: October 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to SamayTimes.com (“we”, “our”, or “us”).
By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use.
If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue using our website immediately.

SamayTimes reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the site signifies your acceptance of any updated terms.

2. Nature of Content

SamayTimes.com is an independent English-language news and information platform that publishes original journalism, analysis, and commentary.
The information presented here is for general informational purposes only.

We strive for accuracy and fairness, but we do not guarantee that all content is free from errors, omissions, or outdated information.
Any reliance you place on information from this site is at your own discretion and risk.

3. Use of Our Content

All content on SamayTimes.com — including articles, images, graphics, videos, and logos — is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may:

  • Share links to our articles with proper attribution.
  • Quote brief excerpts (up to 100 words) for educational or non-commercial purposes with a clear credit to SamayTimes.com.

You may not:

  • Copy, reproduce, or republish full articles without written permission.
  • Use our name, logo, or content for misleading, defamatory, or promotional purposes.

For content usage permissions, contact: editor@samaytimes.com

4. User Conduct

When interacting with SamayTimes.com (comments, forms, or messages), you agree not to:

  • Post defamatory, abusive, or illegal content.
  • Spread misinformation or promote hate speech.
  • Attempt to hack, disrupt, or misuse the website’s services.

We reserve the right to remove any content or block access for users violating these terms.

5. External Links

Our articles may contain links to third-party websites or social media pages.
These are provided for additional context or reference.
We do not control or endorse the content, privacy policies, or practices of those websites.
SamayTimes is not responsible for any loss or damage resulting from your use of third-party sites.

6. Advertisement and Affiliate Content

SamayTimes may display advertisements from Google AdSense or other ad partners.
These ads help support our journalism but are not endorsements of the products or services shown.

Some articles may contain affiliate links. Clicking or purchasing through these links may earn us a small commission — without affecting your price or user experience.

7. Comments and User Submissions

We encourage healthy discussion and constructive criticism.
By posting comments or submitting information, you grant SamayTimes a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to publish, reproduce, and moderate your submission.
Hate speech, spam, or offensive content will be removed without notice.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy matters to us.
Our data collection and usage practices are governed by our Privacy Policy.
By using this site, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in that policy.

9. Limitation of Liability

SamayTimes.com, its authors, and associates shall not be held liable for:

  • Any inaccuracies or omissions in content.
  • Any damages, direct or indirect, arising from the use of our site.

We operate under the principles of good faith and fair journalism and are not responsible for third-party misuse or interpretation of our content.

10. Contact Information

For questions, complaints, or legal concerns regarding these Terms of Use, contact us at:
📧 editor@samaytimes.com
🌐 www.SamayTimes.com

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, under the jurisdiction of the Courts of Hubli, Karnataka.

12. Editorial Independence

SamayTimes operates independently and maintains full editorial freedom.
Our journalism is guided by truth, accuracy, and accountability — not by political or commercial interests.