Last Updated: October 5, 2025

F96News.com respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. This page outlines our policy regarding copyright infringement claims and our compliance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

Copyright Protection

All original content published on F96News.com, including articles, images, graphics, videos, logos, and other creative works, is protected by copyright laws and is the property of F96News.com or our content contributors. Unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or modification of our copyrighted content is strictly prohibited unless expressly authorized by us in writing.

We take copyright infringement seriously and are committed to protecting both our own intellectual property and that of others. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been used on our website in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please follow the procedures outlined below.

Our Commitment

F96News.com is committed to complying with the provisions of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and other applicable copyright laws. We respond promptly to valid notices of copyright infringement and will take appropriate action, which may include removing or disabling access to allegedly infringing material.

We also respect fair use principles and understand that certain uses of copyrighted material may be permissible under copyright law. We strive to use copyrighted materials appropriately and provide proper attribution whenever required.

Copyright Infringement Notification

If you are a copyright owner or an authorized agent thereof, and you believe that any content on F96News.com infringes upon your copyrights, you may submit a written notification to us pursuant to the DMCA. Your notification must include the following information:

Identification of the Copyrighted Work: A clear identification or description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed. If multiple copyrighted works are covered by a single notification, you may provide a representative list of such works.

Identification of the Infringing Material: A clear identification of the material that you claim is infringing and that is to be removed or access to which is to be disabled. Please provide sufficient information to allow us to locate the material, including the specific URL(s) where the allegedly infringing material appears on our website.

Your Contact Information: Provide your complete contact information including your full name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address so that we can contact you regarding your complaint.

Statement of Good Faith Belief: Include a statement that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use of the copyrighted material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.

Statement of Accuracy: Include a statement that the information in your notification is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.

Your Signature: The notification must be signed by the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner. An electronic signature is acceptable.

How to Submit a DMCA Notice

Please send your complete DMCA notification to our designated Copyright Agent at:

Email: contact@f96news.com

Subject Line: DMCA Copyright Infringement Notice

Mailing Address:
F96News.com
Copyright Agent
Kotkapura, Punjab, India

Please allow up to 2-3 business days for us to process your complaint. We will review all properly submitted DMCA notices and take appropriate action in accordance with applicable law.

Counter-Notification

If you believe that your content was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification with us. Your counter-notification must include the following information:

Your Contact Information: Provide your full name, address, telephone number, and email address.

Identification of Removed Material: Identify the material that has been removed or to which access has been disabled, and provide the location at which the material appeared before it was removed or disabled.

Statement Under Penalty of Perjury: Include a statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification.

Consent to Jurisdiction: Include a statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the federal court in your district (or if outside India, any judicial district in which F96News.com may be found), and that you will accept service of process from the person who provided the original DMCA notification or an agent of such person.

Your Signature: Sign the counter-notification. An electronic signature is acceptable.

Upon receiving a valid counter-notification, we will forward it to the party who submitted the original DMCA notice. If that party does not file a court action seeking to restrain you from engaging in the allegedly infringing activity within 10-14 business days, we may restore the removed content at our discretion.

Repeat Infringer Policy

F96News.com has adopted a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances, users or account holders who are deemed to be repeat infringers. We may also, at our sole discretion, limit access to our website and/or terminate accounts of any users who infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others, whether or not there is any repeat infringement.

Fair Use

We recognize that certain uses of copyrighted material may qualify as fair use under copyright law. Fair use is a legal doctrine that permits limited use of copyrighted material without acquiring permission from the copyright owner. Fair use may include uses such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research.

When we use copyrighted materials on F96News.com, we make every effort to ensure that such use falls within the bounds of fair use. We consider factors such as the purpose and character of the use, the nature of the copyrighted work, the amount used in relation to the whole, and the effect of the use on the potential market for the copyrighted work.

Attribution and Sources

F96News.com strives to provide proper attribution for all content, images, and information obtained from external sources. When we use content from other sources, we make reasonable efforts to:

• Identify and credit the original source
• Provide links to the original content when applicable
• Use only necessary portions of copyrighted material
• Comply with any licensing terms or conditions

If you are the owner of content used on our website and believe that we have not provided proper attribution, please contact us, and we will promptly correct the attribution or remove the content as appropriate.

User-Submitted Content

If you submit content to F96News.com, including comments, articles, images, or any other materials, you represent and warrant that:

• You own or have the necessary licenses, rights, consents, and permissions to use and authorize us to use such content
• Your content does not infringe upon the intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or any other rights of any third party
• Your content does not violate any applicable laws or regulations

By submitting content to our website, you grant F96News.com a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, distribute, and display such content in any form or medium.

Images and Multimedia Content

F96News.com uses various images, photographs, videos, and multimedia content in our articles and news reports. We obtain such content from the following sources:

• Original content created by our team
• Licensed stock images and videos from authorized providers
• Creative Commons licensed content with proper attribution
• Fair use of copyrighted materials for news reporting and commentary
• Content provided by news agencies and authorized distributors
• User-submitted content with appropriate permissions

If you believe that any image or multimedia content on our website infringes your copyright, please follow the DMCA notice procedure outlined above.

International Copyright

F96News.com respects international copyright laws and treaties. We recognize that copyright protection may vary across different jurisdictions. If you are a copyright owner from outside India and believe that your rights have been infringed, you may still submit a DMCA notice as described in this policy.

No Legal Advice

The information provided in this policy is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. If you have specific questions about copyright law, fair use, or intellectual property rights, we recommend consulting with a qualified attorney.

Good Faith Representations

Please note that under Section 512(f) of the DMCA, any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material or activity is infringing, or that material or activity was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification, may be subject to liability. We take false claims seriously and reserve the right to seek damages from any party that submits a DMCA notice or counter-notification in bad faith.

Content Removal Process

Upon receiving a valid DMCA notice, F96News.com will:

1. Review the complaint to ensure it meets all legal requirements
2. Investigate the allegedly infringing material
3. Remove or disable access to the material if we determine it is infringing
4. Notify the user who posted the content (if applicable) about the removal
5. Document the complaint and our response for our records

We aim to complete this process within 2-5 business days of receiving a valid DMCA notice.

Modifications to This Policy

F96News.com reserves the right to modify or update this DMCA and Copyright Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect intellectual property rights.

Contact Information

For all copyright-related inquiries, DMCA notices, counter-notifications, or other questions regarding this policy, please contact us:

Copyright Agent

Email: contact@f96news.com

Subject: Copyright/DMCA Notice

Mailing Address:
F96News.com
Copyright Department
Kotkapura, Punjab, India

Website: www.f96news.com

Please ensure that your communication includes all required information as outlined in this policy to facilitate prompt processing of your request.

Additional Resources

For more information about copyright law and the DMCA, you may refer to:

• The U.S. Copyright Office: www.copyright.gov
• DMCA provisions: 17 U.S.C. § 512
• Indian Copyright Act, 1957

Effective Date: October 5, 2025

F96News.com is committed to respecting intellectual property rights and maintaining compliance with copyright laws. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us protect the rights of content creators and copyright owners.

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