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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.
Devyani-Sapphire Merger: Scale vs. Demand Challenge
The Devyani-Sapphire merger creates India's largest Yum! franchisee, promising ₹210-225 crore synergies. However, declining same-store sales at KFC & Pizza Hut highlight a deeper demand slowdown. Read the full analysis.
Legacy Ayurveda Brands Adapt to Gen Z Wellness Trends
Facing competition from digital-first startups, century-old Ayurvedic and Unani brands like Dabur and Hamdard are overhauling products and messaging to appeal to India's health-conscious Gen Z. Discover how the $40 billion wellness market is evolving.
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.
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.
Devyani and Sapphire Foods Announce Mega Merger
Devyani International and Sapphire Foods merge in a $933 million share-swap deal, consolidating KFC and Pizza Hut operations in India. The merger aims to unlock significant synergies and create a dominant QSR platform.
KFC, Pizza Hut Franchisees Devyani & Sapphire Merge
Devyani International and Sapphire Foods merge to create India's largest Yum! Brands operator. The deal aims for ₹210-225 crore annual synergies amid a QSR slowdown. Full analysis inside.
Devyani-Sapphire $934M Merger Creates Fast-Food Giant
Devyani International, operator of KFC and Pizza Hut in India, jumps 8.3% after merging with Sapphire Foods in a $934 million deal. The combined entity, with over 3,000 outlets, aims to rival Jubilant Foodworks. Analysts see strategic benefits and cost sa
Govt hikes excise duty on cigarettes; prices to rise from Feb 1
Cigarettes to get costlier as the Centre imposes additional excise duty from February 1. Find out how much more you'll pay for brands like Marlboro, Gold Flake, and others.
KFC, Pizza Hut Operators Merge in $934M Deal
Sapphire Foods and Devyani International, operators of KFC and Pizza Hut in India, announce a $934 million merger to tackle rising costs and competition. The new entity aims for annual synergies of ₹2.1-2.25 billion.
Indian Sneaker Brands Redefine Cool, End Import Hype
Forget waiting for foreign drops. In 2026, India's coolest footwear is homegrown. Discover how brands like Comet, Thaely, and Neeman's are reshaping style, sustainability, and status with local stories.
Sapphire and Devyani Merge, Creating Fast-Food Giant
Yum Brands' India partners Sapphire and Devyani announce a major merger, creating a franchisee behemoth. The move comes as the sector faces slowing sales and consumer cutbacks. Read the full analysis.
Top 5 Luxury Brands for Indian Men in 2025
From Canali's wedding wear to Zegna's boardroom power suits, discover the five global luxury labels that are dominating the wardrobes of style-conscious Indian men in 2025. Explore the shift towards contextual elegance.
Chanel overtakes Louis Vuitton in 2025 luxury brand ranking
Brand Finance's 2025 report reveals Porsche as the most valuable luxury brand, while Chanel jumps 45% to overtake Louis Vuitton. Dior is the strongest brand. Explore the full list.
Indian Brands Succeed by Embracing Local Culture
Homegrown labels like Gully Labs and Vahdam Teas are ditching Western personas for authentic Indian stories, driven by young consumers seeking cultural relevance. Discover the shift reshaping India's consumer market.
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.
India's 2025 Fashion & Luxury Boom: Met Gala to Tesla
From SRK's Met Gala debut to Chanel's India focus and Tesla's entry, 2025 marked India's rise in global luxury. Explore key moments shaping fashion, law, and retail.
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.
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.
Premium Food Brands Coming to Indian Railway Stations
Global & Indian food chains like McDonald's, KFC, Haldiram's are set to open outlets at Indian railway stations. First outlets expected in 2026. Read more.
India's Most Preferred Brands 2025-26 List Revealed
Team Marksmen Networks unveils the Most Preferred Brands 2025-26 list, highlighting a strategic shift towards hyper-personalization and consumer-centric engagement in India's market.
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.
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