1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Shehnaz Index (SI), an initiative of the Dynamic Research Institute (DRI), collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information when you visit https://shehnazindex.org/ or interact with our services.
By accessing this website you agree to the terms described here. If you do not agree, please do not use the site or provide personal information.
2. Information We Collect
A. Information You Provide
We collect information you voluntarily submit, for example when you contact us or submit ORIC-related data:
- Name, email address, phone number
- Organization / University details
- Messages, enquiries, collaboration requests
- Data submitted for reports, assessments, or consultations
B. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the website we may automatically collect technical data including:
- IP address, browser type & version
- Device and operating system details
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referrer and traffic source
C. Cookies & Tracking
We may use cookies and analytics tools (for example Google Analytics) to improve the user experience and measure site performance. You can disable cookies through your browser settings; note some site features may require cookies to function properly.
3. How We Use Your Information
SI may use collected data for the following purposes:
- Responding to enquiries and collaboration requests
- Processing ORIC submissions and generating institutional scorecards
- Producing reports, analyses, and aggregated insights
- Improving website functionality and user experience
- Sending updates and newsletters only with your consent
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third-party marketers.
4. Data Protection & Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:
- Secure servers and infrastructure
- Encrypted communications (HTTPS/SSL)
- Access controls and role-based access
- Regular security reviews and best-practice measures
Although we strive to protect your data, no internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed completely secure.
5. Sharing of Information
We will only share personal information in the following limited circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- Within DRI or affiliated units (e.g., for ORIC assessments & services)
- With trusted technical partners providing hosting or analytics services
- As required by law or by government / regulatory authorities
We do not share personal data with commercial advertisers or unrelated third parties.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the original purpose (e.g., assessment, collaboration, reporting), or as required by law. You can request deletion of your personal data; details are provided below.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.
8. External Links
Our website may link to external sites (universities, partners, or sponsor pages). Shehnaz Index is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. Please review the privacy policy of any site you visit.
9. Updates to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The "Effective Date" at the top indicates when the current version became effective. We recommend checking this page regularly for changes. Where required, we will notify users of significant changes.
If you have questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact: