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26/03/2026

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10/02/2026

Safe Internet Day 2026

10/02/2026

AI LAws and Regulations in India as of 2026
https://www.prashantmali.com/cyber-law-blog-india/ai-laws-and-regulations-in-india-as-of-2026
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AI Laws and Regulations in India as of 2026: A Comprehensive Overview for Practitioners, Businesses, and Policymakers As over two decades navigating the intersections of technology, cybersecurity, and the law, I've witnessed India's digital journey from the early days of the IT Act to today's

09/02/2026

With the DPDP Rules 2025 now in force, many organizations are jumping straight into consent notices, privacy policies, and DPIAs.
Big mistake.
Data Mapping is the foundation — without it, everything else becomes guesswork. You can’t minimize data, honor rights, manage processors, or prove accountability if you don’t know what data you actually hold, where it flows, and why you process it.
Here are 6 practical tips to do Data Mapping right before starting your full DPDPA compliance journey:
1. Start with a ruthless inventory�List every single source of personal data — websites, mobile apps, CRMs, HRMS, marketing tools, WhatsApp groups, Excel sheets, legacy systems, and even offline forms. Shadow IT is real.
2. Map the complete data lifecycle�From collection → storage → processing → sharing → retention → deletion. Draw flowcharts. You’ll be shocked how many unnecessary data movements exist.
3. Classify data properly�Separate personal data from sensitive personal data (financial, health, biometric, children’s data, etc.). Attach purpose, lawful basis (mostly consent), and retention period to every category.
4. Identify all processors & third parties�Who has access? Cloud providers, analytics tools, payment gateways, marketing agencies? Document contracts, data processing agreements, and cross-border flows early.
5. Involve cross-functional teams from Day 1�Legal alone can’t do this. Bring in IT, marketing, HR, product, and operations. The best data maps are built collaboratively.
6. Treat it as a living document�Use tools (spreadsheets, OneTrust, DPCM platforms, or even Notion/Airtable) and schedule quarterly reviews. A static map from 2025 will be useless in 2026.
Bonus Tip: Once mapped, run a quick gap analysis against DPDPA obligations. You’ll immediately see your biggest risks.
Companies that map first move faster, spend less, and sleep better during audits.
What’s been your biggest challenge with data mapping so far?
Or what’s one tip you’d add to this list?
Drop your thoughts in the comments 👇
If you’re a Data Fiduciary or working on DPDPA compliance, feel free to connect or message me. Happy to exchange notes.

01/02/2026

AI and Crimes: Is Indian Law Falling Behind?

https://www.cyberlawconsulting.com/ai-and-crimes-blog.html

07/01/2026

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