27 Restaurants Fined for Forcing Service Charge on Customers
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.
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.
Former US President Donald Trump claims he personally intervened to prevent a major military escalation between India and Pakistan in May. Read the full details of his repeated assertions.
The IMF has sharply criticised Pakistan's powerful SIFC for its unchecked authority, warning it undermines governance and economic stability. Read the full analysis.
Toyota has increased prices for the Innova Crysta MPV in India. The hike ranges from ₹21,000 to ₹33,000 across variants. Check out the new ex-showroom prices here.
China's consumer inflation accelerated to 0.8% in December, the highest since Feb 2023. However, economists warn underlying deflationary pressures from weak demand and industrial overcapacity persist. Read the full analysis.
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.
Sarabjit Kaur, who travelled to Pakistan with a Sikh jatha, married a local and converted. Her deportation is delayed due to legal processes. Read the full story.
Amnesty International warns Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment undermines judicial independence. The move grants Parliament power to fix Supreme Court judges' tenure. Read the full analysis.
US military strike on Venezuela triggers volatility in Indian oil stocks. Reliance shares hit an all-time high while ONGC fell 2%. Experts analyse the divergent impact on these giants.
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.
India's retail inflation climbed to 1.66% in December 2024, driven by rising food prices. Experts analyze the trend and its implications for the economy. Read more.
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.
Pakistani traders and businesses foresee a severe economic crisis in 2025, citing soaring inflation, high taxes, and crippling energy costs. Can the government intervene?
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Aviation turbine fuel price reduced sharply in Delhi after three hikes. Commercial LPG cylinder price up by ₹111. Read the latest fuel price revisions and their impact.
Planning to buy an SUV? Prices for Honda Elevate, MG Hector, Mercedes GLA, BMW X1 & others are set to rise from Jan 1, 2026. Book now to lock in current rates.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pakistan faces a severe brain drain as thousands of professionals flee, contradicting Army Chief Asim Munir's claims of 'brain gain.' Experts warn of a deepening economic and social crisis.
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.
Despite government assurances of economic stability, Pakistani citizens face relentless inflation and rising living costs. Explore the stark reality behind the official narrative.
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.