Govt To Draft Rules Requiring Health, Finance Influencers To Run Disclaimers
Health and wellness influencers are often seen offering advice on using specific supplements, ministry officials said, adding that the government only wants to ensure whether they are just endorsing a product and selling a product in the name of nutrients, or are genuine specialists in the field.
Jul 09, 2023, 14:34 PM IST
9 In 10 Indians Approve Standardise Charging Cables For Mobiles, Tablets
Seven in 10 consumers believe that different chargers for different devices enable companies to sell more accessories, according to the report by the online community platform LocalCircles.
Jun 17, 2023, 18:04 PM IST
To pay or not to pay service charge at restaurants? Centre terms it ‘illegal’, hospitality body calls it ‘tip’
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, on Thursday, said that levying service charges is illegal.
Jun 02, 2022, 18:54 PM IST
Centre to develop framework to check fake reviews on e-commerce websites
The government will develop a framework to keep a check on fake reviews posted on e-commerce websites to protect consumer interest.
May 28, 2022, 12:26 PM IST
Wholesale price of tur dal drops nearly 3 pc on measures taken by govt
Imposition of stock limit on all pulses except moong was notified on July 2, 2021.
Feb 22, 2022, 20:41 PM IST
E-commerce sites to disclose food expiry date, MRP
E-commerce companies will now have to display the expiry dates and maximum retail prices of packaged food products under new rule designed to protect consumers from being sold old stuff.
Jul 26, 2017, 20:06 PM IST
New Consumer Protection Bill to get delayed, panel's term extended
The passage of a bill which seeks to set up a regulatory authority having powers to recall products, cancel licences of defaulting companies and initiate class action suit, is set to be delayed with the Parliamentary panel examining it being given extension till Budget session next year.
Nov 29, 2015, 11:54 AM IST
Maggi ban: Apex consumer court to hear case Wednesday
The apex consumer disputes forum on Wednesday will hear the Rs 640-crore class action suit filed by the central government against Nestle India, alleging unfair trade practices with regard to Maggi noodles.
Sep 29, 2015, 18:45 PM IST
