Tag: consumerprotection

Dairy Analogue Regulations: FSSAI Invites Public Comments

Monday April 28, 2025. BY Rahul Sundaram | Civil

In recent times, there have been numerous media reports alleging that products like ‘Analogue in Dairy Context’ are being marketed as dairy products, thereby misleading consumers. To address this issue, the Food Safety and Standards

No More False Promises: CCPA’s Crackdown on Misleading Coaching Ads

Wednesday April 23, 2025. BY Aditi Rana | Civil

Introduction In a significant move to protect student interests, the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued strict advisories to coaching institutes across India, directing them to adhere to the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 and

The Importance of Weighing Scales in Retail Outlets Selling Packaged Commodities

Thursday January 30, 2025. BY Rahul Sundaram | Civil

The Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011, are designed to ensure transparency, fairness, and accuracy in the sale of packaged commodities in India. One of the key provisions of these rules is Rule 18(7), which

Draft Guidelines by the Bureau of Indian Standards: E-Commerce Principles for Self-Governance

Friday January 24, 2025. BY Rahul Sundaram | Civil

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has issued a draft document titled “Draft Guidelines by the Bureau of Indian Standards: E-Commerce Principles for Self-Governance,” inviting public comments. This document aims to establish a robust framework

Preventing Financial Frauds Perpetrated Using Voice Calls and SMS: Key Highlights from the RBI Circular

Monday January 20, 2025. BY Rahul Sundaram | Civil

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a critical circular (Circular No. RBI/2024-25/105, dated January 17, 2025, titled “Prevention of Financial Frauds Perpetrated Using Voice Calls and SMS – Regulatory Prescriptions and Institutional Safeguards”)

Consumer-Focused Companies: The Need for Convergence with the National Consumer Helpline (NCH)

Monday January 6, 2025. BY Rahul Sundaram | Civil

In an era where consumer satisfaction drives business growth, ensuring swift and effective grievance resolution is paramount. Companies catering directly to consumers must consider collaborating with the National Consumer Helpline (NCH), an initiative by the

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