27 Restaurants Fined for Forcing Service Charge on Customers
India's CCPA cracks down on 27 restaurants for unfair service charge practices. Fines up to Rs 50,000 levied, refunds ordered. Know your consumer rights.
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Restaurant fined Rs 25k for serving non-veg to Brahmin family
An Ahmedabad consumer court fined a restaurant Rs 25,000 for serving chicken to a Brahmin family who ordered a veg dish, citing hurt religious sentiments. Read the full verdict details.
Assam teen reunited by Vadodara Child Welfare Committee
A 15-year-old boy from Assam, who ran away from a Gujarat religious school, was reunited with his family by Vadodara's Child Welfare Committee after a month. Read the full story of counselling and reunion.
RBI Governor: Align Digitalisation with Fair Consumer Outcomes
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das warns that unchecked digital innovation can harm consumers. He calls for ethical tech development and robust grievance redressal. Read his full speech.
CIBIL Error Costs Credit Card Company Rs 20,000 in Chandigarh
A Chandigarh consumer wins Rs 20,000 compensation after a credit card company's CIBIL error marked him a defaulter despite a 'No Dues' certificate. Learn how to protect your credit score.
Mercedes Dealers Fined Rs 3 Lakh for Misleading Sale
Gujarat consumer commission orders Mercedes-Benz dealers to pay Rs 3.35 lakh compensation for selling a 2014-made car as new in 2015. Landmark Car Pvt Ltd found guilty of unfair trade practice.
Noida firm told to refund Rs 1 lakh, pay fine for service failure
Noida consumer court directs Future Choice Holidays to refund Rs 1 lakh with 6% interest and Rs 3000 fine for failing to provide booked hotel services. Read the full verdict details.
Rajasthan Advises Farmers on Frost Protection Measures
Agriculture dept issues advisory for Bhilwara, Chittorgarh & Tonk farmers to shield crops from severe cold. Experts recommend covering plants, light irrigation & sulphur spray. Act now to prevent damage.
Govt Plans Mandatory Silver Hallmarking Pilot Project
Indian government to launch pilot for mandatory silver hallmarking. New HUID code from Sept 2025 will ensure purity, curb counterfeits. Learn how this protects consumers.
Hotels Brace for DPDP 2025 Rules After Indore Summit
Hospitality leaders in Indore warn new data protection rules will impact operations & trust. Learn how hotels are preparing for compliance and governance changes.
File & Track Consumer Complaints Online in India
Feeling cheated? Learn how to file a consumer complaint online in minutes via India's National Consumer Helpline (NCH) and track its progress for a timely resolution.
VisionIAS fined Rs 11 lakh for misleading UPSC ads
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed an Rs 11 lakh penalty on AjayVision Education Pvt. Ltd. (VisionIAS) for publishing unsubstantiated claims and misleading advertisements featuring UPSC toppers. Read the full investigation detail
Insurer Must Pay Rs 67,000 for Unsettled Scooter Theft Claim
Noida consumer court slaps Sriram General Insurance with penalty for ignoring policyholder's claim after electric scooter theft. Read the full verdict details.
Tamil Nadu child protection gaps: 14 districts lack full-time DCPOs
Critical vacancies in Tamil Nadu's child protection force leave vulnerable children at risk. Nine districts lack full-time officers, five rely on contracts, impacting rehabilitation and POCSO case support. Learn the details.
Consumer Forum Slaps Bank for Unfair Credit Card Practice
Dharwad consumer forum fines HDFC Bank Rs 50,000 for issuing three cards for one application, calling it a deficiency in service. Read the full verdict.
Maruti's Bharat NCAP 2025 Ratings: 5 Models, 4-5 Stars
Bharat NCAP's 2025 crash tests reveal safety ratings for five Maruti Suzuki models, including the Dzire, e Vitara & Victoris. Discover which cars scored top marks for adult & child occupant protection.
Court Rejects Trump Admin's Move to Defund CFPB
A US federal judge blocked the Trump administration's attempt to cut funding for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Senator Elizabeth Warren praised the ruling. Read the details.
Mumbai restaurant fined ₹50k for mandatory service charge
CCPA penalises China Gate Restaurant for adding 10% service charge by default, violating Delhi HC order. Read how consumer rights are being enforced.
Surrogate Ad Rules Stuck in Legal Grey Zone
India's guidelines to curb surrogate ads for alcohol & tobacco face indefinite delay due to legal hurdles under Consumer Protection Act. Industry seeks clarity as health experts warn of risks.
Ahmedabad firm to pay Rs 1.85 lakh for cancelling InterMiles
Ahmedabad consumer commission orders InterMiles to pay Rs 1.85 lakh to a frequent flyer for cancelling his loyalty points without proper notice. Read the full case details.
Consumer panel dismisses law student's complaint
A Mumbai consumer commission dismissed a law student's complaint against a court registrar for delay in providing certified copies, ruling he is not a 'consumer'. Read the full details.
Consumer Forum Can't Oversee Court Registry: Mumbai Ruling
Mumbai consumer commission rules litigants are not 'consumers' of court services. Fees for certified copies are statutory levies, not commercial consideration. Read the full analysis.
Chit Fund Ordered to Refund ₹8.55 Lakh to Senior Citizen
Ernakulam Consumer Commission directs Finisyer Kuries to refund ₹8.25 lakh with interest to a senior citizen after abrupt closure. The firm must also pay compensation for mental agony. Read the full details of the landmark order.
Govt Bans Advance Tipping on Ride-Hailing Apps
India's road transport ministry has banned advance tipping on apps like Uber and Ola. Discover how this move aims to protect consumers and what it means for your next ride.
Chandigarh consumer forum orders telecom to pay Rs 19,729
A Chandigarh consumer commission has directed a telecom provider to refund Rs 12,729 and pay Rs 7,000 compensation for providing a faulty broadband connection. Read how the resident fought and won.
Consumer Helpline Recovers Rs 45 Crore in 2025
India's National Consumer Helpline resolved over 67,000 complaints and secured refunds worth Rs 45 crore in 2025, with e-commerce leading grievances. Learn how to seek help.
Telangana HC Rules Consumer Courts Can Hear Chit Fund Disputes
Telangana High Court upholds consumer forum's order for a chit fund company to pay a homemaker Rs 10 lakh, ruling such disputes are maintainable under consumer law. A landmark decision for middle-class investors.
India's Consumer Market Splits: Premium vs Value Segments
India's consumer market is undergoing a major split, with premium and value segments growing while the middle shrinks. Discover what's driving this trend and what it means for businesses.
Coaching Centre Fined Rs 11 Lakh for Misleading UPSC Ad
The CCPA has imposed a Rs 11 lakh fine on a coaching institute for deceptive advertising about UPSC CSE results. Learn the details and what this means for student rights.
Karnataka Consumer Forum: Just 3 Cases Pending Now
Karnataka's consumer forum has drastically reduced pending cases to just three, a historic low. Read about the reforms and future plans for consumer justice.
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