Akhil Bharatiya Grahak Panchayat writes to CM Devendra Fadnavis, alleging Maharashtra's consumer protection system has weakened, limiting justice access due to poor infrastructure and staff shortages.
The e-Jagriti Platform shows strong grievance redressal numbers, but experts warn the broader consumer movement remains weak and ineffective in India.
A Chennai consumer commission ruled against a private bus operator for stranding a family mid-journey, ordering ₹12,000 compensation including ticket refund for missed work and stress.
A Bengaluru advocate won a consumer case against Unosafe Elevator for defective installation. The commission ordered a refund and compensation, but the order is currently stayed. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
New research from South Africa's Golden Gate Highlands National Park reveals how cold weather affects the dawn chorus of three warbler species. Discover the impact of temperature, humidity, and moonlight on bird behaviour.
Discover why squirrels constantly flick their tails. It's not a habit but a crucial silent signal of caution and boundary-setting. Learn to read their body language and respect their space.
Explore the meaning of 'tergiversation'—the art of evasion and ambiguity. Learn its Latin roots, see examples in Indian politics, and expand your vocabulary today!
A viral video from Shillong's New Year celebrations shows a tourist dancing freely as the crowd creates space. This act of respect challenges stereotypes and highlights Meghalaya's community values. Watch the heartwarming moment.
Discover why mice are drawn to non-food items like soaps and candles in your home. Learn the science behind rodent behaviour and get practical tips to prevent infestations.
Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte admits the state must attract a better tourist type. He highlights issues like touts, rubbish, and infrastructure, urging collective action from all stakeholders.
US Defence Secretary demotes Senator Mark Kelly, a retired Navy captain, for 'reckless misconduct' but avoids a threatened court-martial. Get the full story on this unprecedented political-military clash.
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.
Noida consumer court slaps Sriram General Insurance with penalty for ignoring policyholder's claim after electric scooter theft. Read the full verdict details.
Discover how ants, wolves, and chimpanzees enforce social rules. From worker policing to collective punishment, see nature's justice system in action.
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.
Discover Portia, the jumping spider that uses memory and vibration sensing to hunt other spiders, even when its prey is hidden. Research reveals complex arthropod intelligence.
Discover why hamsters, rabbits, bears & other animals practice filial cannibalism. It's a harsh survival strategy, not random cruelty. Explore the shocking reasons.
From male antechinus to praying mantises, some animals die after mating. A senior vet explains the evolutionary logic behind these fatal reproductive strategies. Read more.
Nebraska public schools report improved student focus and interaction after implementing statewide cellphone restrictions. Teachers note less disruption and better engagement.
Filmmaker Manish Gupta alleges actor Akshaye Khanna exhibited unprofessional behaviour during 'Section 375', abandoning the project for another film. Details of the legal dispute and fee renegotiation revealed. Read the full story.
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.
Over 16,000 dinosaur footprints from the Cretaceous period found in Bolivia's Torotoro Park reveal ancient behaviour near lakes. A unique window into prehistoric life.
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.
New DOJ documents reveal Jeffrey Epstein's disturbing Amazon purchases, including school uniforms & sex toys. Experts decode the predatory pattern. Watch the full analysis.
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.