Credit Card Points Most Used for Flight Bookings in 2025
A new report reveals flight bookings are the #1 redemption choice for credit card reward points in India for 2025. Discover key trends and consumer preferences driving this shift.
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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.
National Consumer Day marked in Chandigarh with digital focus
Chandigarh celebrated National Consumer Day with a focus on online complaint filing and consumer rights. Advocates shared crucial tips for e-commerce, insurance, and cyber safety. Learn how to protect yourself.
US Consumer Confidence Drops Again Despite Strong Jobs
US consumer confidence fell to 89.1 in December, marking a fifth straight monthly decline. Despite a strong job market, fear and uncertainty are making Americans spend carefully. Explore the economic implications.
National Consumer Day: From Scarcity to Instant Gratification
On National Consumer Day, experts Jisu Ketan Pattanaik & Sumit Kumar Singh explore how digital convenience blurs the line between choice and manipulation. Read their analysis.
redBus 2025 Report: Maharashtra Bus Travel Trends
redBus report reveals 2025 intercity bus trends in Maharashtra: 32% women passengers, 21% growth from Mumbai, and Rs. 1079 avg fare. Discover top routes and booking patterns.
CEO Churn Surges in Indian Consumer Firms in 2025
2025 witnesses a wave of CEO changes at top Indian FMCG and retail firms. Analysts link the churn to digital disruption and a complex market. Read about the new tech-savvy leadership.
Indian Home Buyers Prioritise Lifestyle, Infrastructure: Magicbricks
A new Magicbricks report reveals Indian home buyers are making deliberate, lifestyle-aligned choices. From sunrise views to Ganga vistas, discover the key trends shaping real estate decisions across metros. Read the full analysis.
CERC's Strategic Reset on National Consumer Day 2025
Ahmedabad's CERC marked National Consumer Day with a new logo, website, and youth-led research. IAS Mona Khandhar highlighted Gujarat's digital grievance redressal. Read more.
Karnataka Consumer Justice: 3-Year Delays, Vacancies Plague Commissions
A Bengaluru resident's 3-year fight for a TV highlights systemic delays in Karnataka's consumer courts. With 50% posts vacant and cases pending for 5-6 years, activists demand urgent reforms for speedy justice.
Digital Justice Spearheads National Consumer Day 2025
National Consumer Day 2025 champions 'Digital Justice' with AI-powered platforms like Samadhan and Grievance Redressal Assessment for faster consumer complaint resolution. Learn how tech is empowering Indian consumers.
Biryani, Burger, Pizza Most Ordered on Swiggy in 2025
Swiggy's 2025 food trends are out! Biryani remains India's favorite, but burgers and pizza are hot on its heels. Discover the surprising rise of dosa and regional delights.
Croma 2025 Trends: India Upgrades to Premium Tech
Croma's Year-End Consumer Trends 2025 reveals Indians are buying pricier phones, AI laptops, large TVs & health appliances. Discover key shopping shifts.
Consumer Court Slaps Cigna TTK for Wrongful Claim Rejection
Noida's consumer court directs Cigna TTK Health Insurance to pay a ₹35,000 claim with interest for wrongly labeling it as fraud. The insurer failed to verify documents properly. #ConsumerRights #HealthInsurance
Limits of India's Consumer Protection Act, 1986
The Consumer Protection Act, 1986, gave Indian consumers legal rights. But decades later, its promise remains limited. Explore the gaps in enforcement and the road ahead for consumer justice.
Rs 1.5 Lakh Compensation for Water-Adulterated Diesel
Dharashiv consumer forum directs police petrol pump & BPCL to pay lawyer Rs 1.5 lakh after water-mixed diesel damaged his car. Details on the landmark order inside.
Consumer Forum fines HDFC Ergo for denying insurance claim
Dharwad Consumer Commission orders HDFC Ergo to pay Rs 2.19 lakh claim with interest, Rs 50k compensation for mental agony. Landmark ruling for policyholders.
2025: Indian Brides Redefine 'Perfect Bride' Concept
In 2025, Indian brides are prioritizing self-choice over tradition, reshaping weddings and societal norms. Discover how this shift is changing the matrimonial landscape.
Sundargarh consumer court fines store Rs 40k for double billing
A Sundargarh consumer court directed an electronics store to refund Rs 19,999 plus Rs 15,000 compensation and Rs 5,000 costs for negligence after a customer was charged twice for a mobile phone. Read the full story.
Justice G Radha Rani Heads Telangana Consumer Commission
Justice G Radha Rani appointed President of Telangana State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, becoming India's first woman to lead a state consumer panel. Read about her landmark career.
Insurer fined for denying claim over hospital paperwork delay
A Bengaluru consumer commission fined Aditya Birla Health Insurance for rejecting a genuine claim citing hospital's late intimation. The firm must pay Rs 2.6 lakh with interest and compensation.
PNGRB Rolls Out Consumer Protection Rules for Oil & Gas
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board introduces a comprehensive consumer protection framework for the oil and gas sector, aiming to ensure fair practices and timely grievance redressal. Learn about the new rules and their impact.
GST Cuts' Full Impact on FMCG Sector Still Unclear
Nearly three months after GST rate reductions, the FMCG sector awaits a significant demand boost. While auto and durables saw immediate gains, consumer goods growth remains muted. Industry leaders predict clarity in coming quarters.
Consumer Commission Orders Refund & ₹8k Compensation in Bengaluru Chit Fraud
A Bengaluru shopkeeper cheated in a Dasara chit scheme wins a legal battle. The consumer commission ordered a ₹6,600 refund with interest and ₹8,000 compensation for mental agony. Read the full story.
Pantone Colour 2026: Cloud Dancer Revealed
Pantone announces Cloud Dancer as the 2026 Colour of the Year. Discover its meaning, psychological impact, and how this soft hue will influence fashion, design, and lifestyle trends globally.
Shared Power Networks Proposed to Reduce Consumer Costs
The government proposes amendments to allow electricity distribution via shared networks, aiming to cut infrastructure costs and give consumers a choice of suppliers. Read the details.
Pantone's 2026 Colour: Surprise White 'Cloud Dancer'
Pantone's 2026 Colour of the Year, Cloud Dancer, is a serene white, defying predictions. Indian experts decode its meaning for fashion, design, and our search for calm. Explore the trends.
India's 2025 Search Trends: IPL #1, Gemini #2, AI Dominates
Google reveals India's 2025 search trends: IPL 2025 tops overall, Google Gemini at #2, and a surge in AI & women's sports searches. Explore the full A-Z of what India searched for.
11 Dating Trends That Will Dominate 2026
Astro numerologist Sidhharrth S Kumaar forecasts 11 key dating trends for 2026, including Shadow-Matching and Foundation-First Dating. Discover the new era of relationships.
US Gen Z Cuts Holiday Spending Amid Affordability Pressures
New data reveals Gen Z is making sharper holiday spending cuts than older groups in the US, highlighting a severe affordability crisis. Discover how this impacts retail and the economy.
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