TERMS & CONDITIONS:

(ICSI-Compliant — Practicing Company Secretary Website)

Welcome to BHARAT HASSANI & ASSOCIATES (“Firm”, “we”, “our”, or “us”).

These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of www.hassaniconsulting.com (the “Website”) and the information available through it.

By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

1. PROFESSIONAL STATUS AND REGULATORY DISCLOSURE

The Firm provides professional services relating to corporate laws, governance, compliances, and allied advisory services, subject to:

• The Company Secretaries Act, 1980
• ICSI Code of Conduct and Professional Ethics
• ICSI Guidelines on Website, Advertisement, and Professional Communication
• Applicable laws, rules, regulations, notifications, and circulars

Principal: CS Bharat Hassani
Firm: BHARAT HASSANI & ASSOCIATES
Email: info@hassaniconsulting.com
Website: www.hassaniconsulting.com

The Website is intended only to provide general information about the Firm and professional developments.

2. NON-SOLICITATION AND NO PUBLICITY CLAIMS

In line with ICSI professional ethics:

• This Website does not constitute advertisement, solicitation, or inducement for professional work.
• No claims are made regarding specialization, superiority, ranking, or performance.
• No comparisons are drawn with other professionals or firms.
• Users should exercise independent judgment before engaging any professional.

3. NO PROFESSIONAL-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP

The content on this Website:

• is informational and educational,
• does not constitute professional, legal, or compliance advice, and
• should not be relied upon as a substitute for personalized consultation.

Accessing the Website does not create a professional/client relationship with the Firm, CS Bharat Hassani, or the BHA TEAM.

A professional relationship arises only upon:

1. acceptance of engagement by the Firm; and
2. execution of a written engagement letter with agreed scope and terms.

Important: Do not send confidential information through the website until a formal engagement has been established.

4. SCOPE OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Our firm provides professional services including but not limited to:

• Company Secretarial services
• Corporate compliance and governance advisory
• Legal consulting and advisory services
• Regulatory compliance support
• Corporate law matters

Professional services are provided subject to a formal engagement letter or agreement. The specific terms, scope, fees, and deliverables for each engagement will be detailed in the respective engagement documentation.

5. ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, AND UPDATES

While reasonable efforts are made to ensure accuracy, laws and regulations evolve and interpretations may differ. We do not guarantee that content is:

• current,
• comprehensive,
• accurate, or
• suitable for specific circumstances.

Users are advised to independently verify information or seek professional advice. The content provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for specific professional advice tailored to your particular circumstances.

6. PERMITTED AND PROHIBITED USE

You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes. You shall not:

• copy, download, or commercially exploit content without written consent;
• misrepresent, alter, or misuse published information;
• introduce malware or attempt unauthorized access;
• use Website content for misleading presentations, mass communication, or solicitation;
• violate any applicable laws or regulations in connection with your use of the Website;
• interfere with the proper functioning of the Website.

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access in case of misuse.

7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, layout, articles, compilations, design elements, and software, is the property of BHARAT HASSANI & ASSOCIATES or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Permitted:

• viewing, printing, or downloading limited content for personal reference only.

Not permitted:

• reproduction, republication, distribution, modification, adaptation, or creation of derivative works without our express written permission.

Unauthorized use of any content may violate copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws.

8. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND REFERENCES

The Website may contain references or links to external websites, platforms, or government portals for your convenience.

We do not:

• control such third-party websites,
• endorse their content, privacy policies, or practices, or
• assume responsibility for any loss, damage, or consequences arising from their use.

You access such external websites entirely at your own risk and discretion.

9. PROFESSIONAL CONFIDENTIALITY

We maintain strict confidentiality standards for all client information and engagements in accordance with:

• professional confidentiality obligations under ICSI regulations,
• applicable legal and regulatory requirements, and
• our professional ethics standards.

Website Communications: However, internet transmission may not always be fully secure or confidential. Communications sent through our website contact forms or email may not be secure until a formal professional relationship is established. Please avoid sharing confidential or sensitive information in initial communications unless under a formal engagement.

10. USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION (INCLUDING COMMUNICATION & MARKETING)

We may use your information to:

• respond to your inquiries and provide customer service support,
• send you important information about our services and updates,
• process and manage our professional engagements with you, and
• where you have provided your consent, send you informational and marketing communications through various channels, including but not limited to SMS, Email, RCS, WhatsApp, and Voice communications.

Your Rights:

• You may withdraw your consent or opt out of marketing communications at any time by writing to info@hassaniconsulting.com.
• We will ensure that such communication practices remain compliant with applicable laws, professional ethics, ICSI guidelines, and anti-spam/telecom regulations including TRAI DLT requirements.

For detailed information on how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

11. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

The Website and its contents are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

• implied warranties of accuracy, completeness, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement;
• guarantees of uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free access to the Website;
• warranties regarding the results obtained from the use of the Website or its content.

12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted under applicable laws, BHARAT HASSANI & ASSOCIATES, CS Bharat Hassani, and the BHA TEAM shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary losses, damages, or consequences arising out of or relating to:

• use of or reliance on Website content,
• inability to access the Website,
• inaccuracies, omissions, interruptions, delays, errors, or defects,
• third-party links and resources, or
• any other matter relating to the Website.

Our liability for any direct damages, if applicable, shall be limited to the amount paid by you for services, if any.

Your exclusive remedy is to discontinue use of the Website.

13. INDEMNITY

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Firm, its principal, associates, team members, and representatives from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses (including reasonable attorney fees), or obligations arising from:

• your misuse of the Website,
• your breach of these Terms,
• your violation of any applicable laws or regulations, or
• your infringement of any third-party rights.

14. PROFESSIONAL FEES AND PAYMENT

Professional fees for our services are determined based on the complexity, scope, time required, and nature of each engagement. Detailed fee arrangements, payment terms, billing cycles, invoicing procedures, and due dates will be specified in the engagement letter or agreement.

Late payments may incur interest charges as specified in the engagement terms and in accordance with applicable professional standards.

15. PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION

Use of the Website is governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains the manner in which personal data is collected, used, stored, shared, and protected in accordance with applicable data protection laws and regulations.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the security of your personal information. Please review our Privacy Policy carefully to understand our data practices.

16. TERMINATION

We reserve the right to terminate, suspend, or restrict access to our Website without prior notice or liability for:

• any violation of these Terms and Conditions,
• misuse of the Website or its content,
• any reason deemed appropriate in our sole discretion, or
• compliance with legal or regulatory requirements.

Professional engagements may be terminated in accordance with the terms specified in the engagement agreement and applicable professional standards.

17. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

We reserve the right to modify, update, or revise these Terms periodically at our sole discretion. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Your continued use of the Website after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

18. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable, or if such modification is not possible, the provision shall be severed from these Terms.

The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect and shall not be affected by the invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision.

19. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India.

Any disputes, claims, or controversies arising out of or relating to these Terms, the Website, or your use thereof shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts having jurisdiction over the Firm’s principal office.

20. ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ACCEPTANCE

By using our Website, you acknowledge and confirm that:

• you have read and understood these Terms and Conditions in their entirety,
• you agree to be legally bound by these Terms,
• you understand that accessing information on the Website does not create a professional relationship, and
• you will not use the Website in any manner that violates these Terms or applicable laws.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms and Conditions, you must immediately discontinue use of our Website.

21. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions, concerns, clarifications, or inquiries regarding these Terms and Conditions or our services, please contact us:

BHARAT HASSANI & ASSOCIATES
Principal: CS Bharat Hassani
Email: info@hassaniconsulting.com
Website: www.hassaniconsulting.com

We welcome your feedback and are committed to addressing any concerns you may have regarding your use of our Website or services.

These Terms & Conditions are designed to comply with ICSI professional standards and applicable laws.