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.
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.
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 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 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.
Union MSME Minister approves a Sports Technology Extension Centre in Jalandhar's GILFT. The hub will offer tech transfer, skill development & support to sports goods manufacturers. Details inside.
India's engineering goods exports surged to USD 11.01 billion in November 2024, marking a strong rebound. Discover the key markets and factors driving this impressive growth in global trade.
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.
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 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.
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.
2025 witnesses a wave of CEO changes at top Indian FMCG and retail firms. Analysts link the churn to digital disruption and a complex market. Read about the new tech-savvy leadership.
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.
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.
National Consumer Day 2025 champions 'Digital Justice' with AI-powered platforms like Samadhan and Grievance Redressal Assessment for faster consumer complaint resolution. Learn how tech is empowering Indian consumers.
China initiates a WTO trade dispute against India, challenging import duties on solar cells and IT goods. This move escalates bilateral trade tensions and could impact India's green energy goals. Read more for details and analysis.
New Zealand agrees to amend laws for GI registration of Indian goods, including beyond wines & spirits, as part of concluded FTA. Implementation expected in 7-8 months.
Noida's consumer court directs Cigna TTK Health Insurance to pay a ₹35,000 claim with interest for wrongly labeling it as fraud. The insurer failed to verify documents properly. #ConsumerRights #HealthInsurance
The Consumer Protection Act, 1986, gave Indian consumers legal rights. But decades later, its promise remains limited. Explore the gaps in enforcement and the road ahead for consumer justice.
Dharashiv consumer forum directs police petrol pump & BPCL to pay lawyer Rs 1.5 lakh after water-mixed diesel damaged his car. Details on the landmark order inside.
Dharwad Consumer Commission orders HDFC Ergo to pay Rs 2.19 lakh claim with interest, Rs 50k compensation for mental agony. Landmark ruling for policyholders.
India and New Zealand finalize free trade agreement. Textiles and engineering goods to get duty-free access from 2025, boosting exports and economic ties. Details inside.
The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement is set to significantly boost Indian exports in textiles, pharmaceuticals, engineering, agriculture, and services. Learn how this pact will impact trade.
A Sundargarh consumer court directed an electronics store to refund Rs 19,999 plus Rs 15,000 compensation and Rs 5,000 costs for negligence after a customer was charged twice for a mobile phone. Read the full story.
UltraTech Cement receives a Rs 782.2 crore GST demand notice for 2018-2023 period. The company plans to legally challenge the order. Read the full details.
Justice G Radha Rani appointed President of Telangana State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, becoming India's first woman to lead a state consumer panel. Read about her landmark career.
A Bengaluru consumer commission fined Aditya Birla Health Insurance for rejecting a genuine claim citing hospital's late intimation. The firm must pay Rs 2.6 lakh with interest and compensation.
Welspun Living achieves the top global ESG score in Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods for 2025 by S&P Global. Discover how this Indian giant leads in sustainability.
ICICI Bank faces a GST demand of Rs 238 crore from tax authorities for FY 2018-19. The bank plans to appeal the order. Get the full details here.
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board introduces a comprehensive consumer protection framework for the oil and gas sector, aiming to ensure fair practices and timely grievance redressal. Learn about the new rules and their impact.