Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: May 6, 2024

Please read these Terms and Conditions ("Terms") carefully before using the Bihar Circle website (www.biharcircle.in), mobile application, and related services operated by Bihar Circle ("we," "us," or "our").

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our website, mobile app, and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must immediately cease using our website and services.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

All content published on BiharCircle.in, including but not limited to text, articles, graphics, logos, images, videos, audio content, design elements, software, and layout, is the exclusive property of Bihar Circle and is protected by Indian and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, republish, or display any content without our express written permission
  • Use content for commercial purposes without prior authorization
  • Modify, translate, reverse engineer, or create derivative works from our content
  • Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
  • Frame or mirror any portion of our website on another website

Permitted Use: Limited personal, non-commercial use of individual articles is permitted, provided you provide proper attribution to Bihar Circle and include a link back to the original source.

3. User Conduct & Responsibilities

When using our website and services, you agree to:

  • Use the website solely for lawful, legitimate purposes
  • Respect the rights, dignity, and privacy of others
  • Not disrupt, interfere with, or compromise the security or functionality of the website
  • Not attempt unauthorized access to any portion of the website, servers, or related systems
  • Not upload, transmit, or distribute viruses, malware, or other harmful code
  • Not engage in spam, harassment, threats, or abusive behavior
  • Not post defamatory, obscene, discriminatory, or hate-speech content
  • Not impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
  • Verify information independently before relying on it for important decisions

4. User-Generated Content

Comments, feedback, reviews, and other user-generated content posted on Bihar Circle do not reflect the views, opinions, or endorsements of Bihar Circle.

We reserve the right to:

  • Moderate, edit, or remove content that violates these Terms
  • Remove content that is abusive, defamatory, illegal, or inappropriate
  • Preserve and disclose user data as required by law or court order
  • Suspend or terminate accounts that repeatedly violate these Terms

By posting content, you grant Bihar Circle a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, and display your content in connection with our services.

5. External Links & Third-Party Content

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, and services not owned or controlled by Bihar Circle.

We assume no responsibility for:

  • The content, accuracy, completeness, or availability of external websites
  • The privacy policies, practices, or data handling of linked sites
  • Any claims, losses, damages, or liabilities arising from your use of third-party websites

The inclusion of external links does not constitute endorsement by Bihar Circle of those websites or their content.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The information provided on BiharCircle.in is offered for general informational and educational purposes only.

WE MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES REGARDING:

  • The completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of information
  • The availability, functionality, or uninterrupted operation of the website
  • Whether content is error-free, current, or free from omissions
  • The fitness of information for any particular purpose

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BIHAR CIRCLE, ITS OWNERS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRIBUTORS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

  • Any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages
  • Loss of data, revenue, profits, business opportunities, or goodwill
  • Claims arising from your access to, use of, or inability to use the website or content
  • Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content
  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data

This limitation applies even if Bihar Circle has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

8. Professional Advice Disclaimer

The information on our website is not intended as legal, financial, medical, investment, career, or other professional advice.

Before making important decisions based on our content:

  • Consult with qualified professionals (lawyers, financial advisors, doctors, career counselors)
  • Verify information through authoritative, official sources
  • For government schemes and job notifications, always cross-check with official government websites (e.g., bpsc.bih.nic.in, bssc.bih.nic.in)

Bihar Circle is not responsible for any losses, damages, or consequences resulting from reliance on information published on our website.

9. Government Information Disclaimer

Bihar Circle is an independent news platform with no official affiliation with any government agency, ministry, department, or public institution.

We compile and present information from official sources, press releases, and public records. However:

  • Users must cross-verify important details on official government websites
  • Always refer to official announcements for authoritative information on eligibility criteria, deadlines, and application procedures
  • Contact relevant government departments directly for definitive guidance

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Bihar Circle, its owners, employees, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the website or services
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Your user-generated content

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the website. Material changes will be prominently indicated.

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

12. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the website at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe:

  • Violates these Terms
  • Is harmful to other users, third parties, or our business interests
  • Violates applicable laws or regulations

13. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Hon’ble High Court of Judicature at Patna.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and Bihar Circle regarding your use of the website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

16. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms:

Email: circlenewsbihar@gmail.com
Website: www.biharcircle.in

By using BiharCircle.in, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.