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CCPA cracks down on restaurants for illegal service charges, takes action
Updated : 2 months ago IST
According to the CCPA, investigations triggered by consumer complaints received through the National Consumer Helpline (NCH) revealed that several restaurants were automatically adding service charges, often around 10 per cent, to food bills without customer consent. Such practices directly
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CCPA imposes Rs 11 lakh fine on coaching institute for misleading UPSC res
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
According to the official statement, the institute had advertised claims such as "7 in Top 10 & 79 in Top 100 selections in CSE 2023" and "39 in Top 50 selections in CSE 2022", prominently featuring the names, photographs, and ranks of successful candidates.
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Digital justice spearheads National Consumer Day 2025 with faster grievanc
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
India celebrates National Consumer Day on December 24 to remind every citizen of their rights when they buy goods or services. This year, the day focuses on the theme of "Efficient and Speedy Disposal through Digital Justice," highlighting how technology is helping people get justice fast
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Department of Consumer Affairs conducts Chintan Shivir on "Amendment in Co
Updated : 4 months ago IST
The Department of Consumer Affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Government of India, organised a "Chintan Shivir on Amendment in the Consumer Protection Act, 2019" today at Manak Bhawan, New Delhi
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Department of Consumer Affairs holds 'Chintan Shivir' to review Consumer P
Updated : 4 months ago IST
The event was graced by Justice Amreshwar Pratap Sahi, President of the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC); Nidhi Khare, Secretary of the Department of Consumer Affairs; Bharat Khera, Additional Secretary; and Anupam Mishra, Joint Secretary. In their addresses, they e
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CCPA imposes penalty of Rs 8,00,000 each on two IAS coaching institutes fo
Updated : 4 months, 1 week ago IST
The decision was made to protect and promote the rights of consumers as a class and ensure that no false or misleading advertisements are made of any goods or services that contravene the provisions of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
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CCPA takes suo moto cognizance against 5 Delhi restaurants for non-refund
Updated : 10 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Notices have been issued under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, directing the restaurants to refund the service charge amounts. The five restaurants include Makhna Deli, Xero Courtyard, Castle Barbeque, Chaayos, and Fiesta by Barbeque Nation This measure is aimed at reducing the undue
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How to Write an Effective Consumer Complaint Letter?
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], March 27: In today's competitive market, every business aims to achieve 100% consumer satisfaction to establish itself as a trusted brand. However, there are times when products or services fall short of customer expectations. As a consumer, you can file a complaint to exp
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Consumer awareness takes center stage as Tripura observes National Consume
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Sushanta Chaudhary, the Food and Civil Supplies Minister of Tripura, highlighted the importance of consumer awareness while addressing a gathering at Pragna Bhawan on the occasion of National Consumer Day.
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Shubhra Ranjan IAS Study slapped monetary penalty for advertising misleadi
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
As per a statement from the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, the decision was taken to protect and promote the rights of consumers as a class and ensure that no false or misleading advertisement is made of any goods or services that contravenes the provisions of th
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How To File Consumer Court Complaints In India Online In 2024
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], December 20: Consumer protection is a fundamental right, ensuring that people can seek recourse when faced with defective products or poor services. In India, consumer courts serve as dedicated platforms for resolving such disputes. Established under the Consumer Protectio
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CCPA imposes penalty of Rs 3 lakh on Sriram's IAS for misleading advertisi
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Given the violation of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, the CCPA, headed by Chief Commissioner, Nidhi Khare, and Commissioner, Anupam Mishra has issued an Order against Sriram's IAS for misleading advertisement regarding the UPSC Civil Service Exam 2022.
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