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    Consumer News

    Fake ‘50% off’, ghosted complaints: What changes for online shoppers from 2027

    The new rules require an e-commerce entity’s grievance officer to acknowledge a complaint within 48 hours, hand the complainant a copy of the complaint as recorded, and redress it within a month.
    Ht Explainers
    Published 23 days ago

    E-commerce platforms face tighter checks on prices, listings from January

    The Department of Consumer Affairs announced the amendment of the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules. (Getty images)
    Cities
    Updated 24 days ago

    HIGH FAT, HIGH SALT: The red hexagon FSSAI now wants on your chips packet

    Supreme Court intervention puts focus on warning consumers about packaged foods with potentially harmful levels of salt, sugar and fat.
    Ht Explainers
    Published 36 days ago

    India must not only export more, but be remembered more

    E-commerce
    Ht Insight
    Published 38 days ago

    US inflation rises to 3.7% in July: What it means for Fed rate cuts

    US PCE inflation rose to 3.7% in July as income and spending grew. (Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP)
    Business
    Updated 39 days ago

    List of 9 platforms penalised for using 'dark patterns' to mislead consumers

    A fine of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1 lakh has been imposed on SpiceJet as part of the CCPA's action against platforms found using dark patterns. (MINT_PRINT)
    India News
    Updated 59 days ago

    ‘It was never the AC’: Woman's post reveals surprising cause behind AC failures

    Woman shares experience of constant AC issues.
    Trending
    Published 128 days ago

    Domestic LPG, safety of Indians prioritised: Key takeaways from PM Modi's speech

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks in the Lok Sabha during the second part of the Budget Session of Parliament, in New Delhi, Monday, March 23,
    India News
    Updated 195 days ago

    Quote of the day by JFK amid US-Iran tensions: ‘Mankind must end war or…’

    Kennedy is also remembered on March 15 because it marks World Consumer Rights Day.
    World News
    Updated 203 days ago

    Remington recalls over 55,000 hairdryers due to dangerous defect. Here's why

    Over 55,000 Remington hairdryers have been recalled over electrocution risk
    World News
    Published 415 days ago

    Rural economic situation improved, optimistic for future: RBI survey

    The Current Situation Index (CSI) improved marginally owing to a broad-based improvement across major survey parameters
    India News
    Published 423 days ago

    Subaru windshield settlement: Eligibility and claim process

    After a significant settlement over claims of windscreen cracking in some of the carmaker's well-known models, Subaru owners in the US may be eligible for compensation.
    World News
    Published 523 days ago

    India could be among the top 10 Swiss watch markets: Rado CEO Adrian Bosshard

    Known for its deep expertise in ceramics, Rado has been at the forefront of material innovation for decades.
    Lifestyle
    Updated 572 days ago

    45 notices issued to coaching centres for misleading ads, 19 fined ₹60 lakh

    45 notices issued to coaching centres for misleading ads (HT PHOTO)
    India News
    Updated 655 days ago

    NCH helps students, aspirants get ₹1 crore refund from coaching centres

    Among those who got a refund was a Bengaluru student who received <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>3.5 lakh and a Gujarat student who was granted a refund of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>8.36 lakh after NCH intervention. (Representative image)
    Education
    Published 742 days ago

    Indian consumers poised to spend more and also extravagantly this festive season

    The report highlights the necessity for brands to offer compelling deals and promotions to capture consumer demand. (Representational Image/Pixabay)
    Business
    Published 755 days ago

    Govt replenishes onion stock, sells tomatoes at subsidised rate amid price rise

    Tomato, onion and potato are three most consumed grocery items. (HT File Photo)
    India News
    Updated 797 days ago

    Ludhiana court orders biscuit company to pay ₹5k for weight discrepancy

    The complaint lodged by the customer on January 28, 2020, is regarding the purchase of a Britannia Good Day 12 pieces packet from a local vendor. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
    Cities
    Updated 878 days ago

    Centre issues warning against ‘drip pricing’. What is it?

    The department, managed by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, also shared a sample demonstrating how drip pricing applies to a customer.
    Business
    Published 882 days ago

    Chandigarh: Charging ₹27 extra from passenger costs Uber ₹28,000

    Uber India was directed to pay <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>8,000 to the complainant as compensation for causing mental agony and harassment. (HT)
    Cities
    Updated 904 days ago

    World Consumer Rights Day 2024: Date, history, significance

    Every year, World Consumer Rights Day is observed on March 15.
    Lifestyle
    Published 935 days ago

    National Consumer Rights Day 2023: Date, history and significance

    National Consumer Rights Day 2023: Date, history and significance
    Lifestyle
    Published 1017 days ago

    Consumer court directs leading retail store to pay ₹7,000 compensation to customer

    Consumer court directs leading retail store to pay <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>7,000 compensation to customer (Getty Images)
    Cities
    Updated 1213 days ago

    March wholesale inflation at record 29-month low of 1.34%

    Retail prices cooled to 5.66% in March, the lowest in 15 months. (REUTERS)
    India News
    Updated 1266 days ago

    HC: Dont display verdict allowing service charge on restaurant menus

    The court’s clarification came while hearing pleas by the NRAI and the FIHR against the July 4, 2022 guidelines issued by the CCPA that barred restaurants from automatically adding service charges to food bills. (HT Photo)
    Cities
    Updated 1271 days ago
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