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.
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.
Smartphone EMI Growth Slows as RBI Reviews Device Locking Rules
India's smartphone financing sector contracts as RBI debates remote-locking rules. Outstanding loans fall to ₹22,279 crore. Will new policy balance lender risk with digital inclusion?
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.
Abhay Deol is new face of Dubstep Tech's 'Made to Play'
Bollywood actor Abhay Deol partners with Dubstep Tech as brand ambassador for their 'Made to Play' philosophy, promoting durable, repairable gadgets. Discover the campaign's vision.
JBL Speaker Works After 3 Months in Sea, Video Viral
A JBL Bluetooth speaker washed ashore after floating in the ocean for nearly three months and was found still working perfectly. The viral video has stunned the internet.
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.
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.
Telangana tops India in urban laptop ownership at 19%
Telangana emerges as India's leader in urban laptop ownership at 19%, doubling in a decade. The state also ranks second in durable goods spending. Explore the tech consumption trends.
State Capex Doubles to Rs 8.4 Trillion in FY21-FY25
Analysis reveals state capital expenditure doubled to Rs 8.4 trillion in 5 years, driven by central loans & borrowing flexibility. The 16th Finance Commission's recommendations will be crucial for future spending space. Read more.
Maharashtra waives stamp duty on farm loans up to Rs 2 lakh
Maharashtra government announces stamp duty waiver on agricultural loan documents up to Rs 2 lakh from Jan 1, 2026. Aims to ease financial burden on lakhs of farmers. Read more.
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.
Gold Loans Surge 125%, Driving New Bank Credit
Gold loans in India surge 125% YoY, contributing 12% of new bank credit. Discover how rising gold prices and a shift to secured lending are reshaping the banking sector's portfolio.
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.
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.
Bengaluru's Rs 5,500 Cr Road Spend: Will Roads Last?
Bengaluru plans a massive Rs 5,500 crore road repair blitz. Will this investment finally deliver pothole-free, durable roads for the city's harried commuters? Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
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.
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