India, Nov. 15 -- India has begun implementing a new set of data protection rules that reshape how organisations collect and manage personal information. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has rolled out the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules 2025, putting the operational framework of the DPDP Act 2023 into motion. The rules aim to give citizens more control over their personal data and set clear obligations for entities that handle it.

The new framework applies to social media platforms, digital services, online gateways, and any organisation that handles personal data. Users will now receive clearer details about what information is collected and how it is used. The rules also outline responsibili...