unfair trade practices

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has fined Motion Education Rs 10 lakh and Career Line Coaching Rs 5 lakh for misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices. Both institutes were found to have misrepresented student success rates and course details, failing to disclose crucial information about paid versus free programs and test series..

Apartment maintenance charges in India are generally mandatory, stemming from RERA, state laws, and association bye-laws. Owners are collectively responsible for common area upkeep, a principle upheld by courts. While tenants' responsibilities are defined by rental agreements, owners remain the primary members liable for dues to the association.

Chandigarh Consumer Commission penalised EPFO Rs 50,000 for a decade-long delay in transferring provident fund. Software glitches were dismissed as an excuse for the significant lapse. The commission found EPFO guilty of deficiency in service and unfair trade practice, ordering compensation for the employee's prolonged wait for his PF funds.

Indian consumers now have a streamlined path to justice for defective products and poor services. The Consumer Protection Act, 2019, empowers individuals to file complaints with consumer commissions, bypassing lengthy civil court procedures. Cases are categorized by value, with online filing available, offering a swift resolution for grievances.

The National Consumer Commission's latest ruling makes it clear: if PRP treatment fails to restore hair growth, it does not automatically indicate negligence on the part of medical professionals. As the commission noted, results can vary widely, absolving doctors of liability in these scenarios.

Government sources indicate no immediate plans to hike gold and silver import duties, despite calls to curb non-essential gold purchases. Meanwhile, India anticipates US trade talks addressing pending issues, including a Section 301 probe, though a comprehensive deal remains distant. India has contested US allegations of structural overcapacity, urging the termination of the investigation.

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Are you finding yourself waiting too long for a refund on your online purchase? Under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 in India, you have several options at your disposal. Sellers are required to accept returns for defective products without hesitation.

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Salesforce and Slack have filed a lawsuit against Microsoft in London, accusing the tech giant of anti-competitive behavior by bundling its Teams app with Office. This follows similar complaints in Europe and an ongoing FTC probe in the US into Microsoft's alleged market dominance. Rivals like Google also criticize Microsoft's practices, though Microsoft defends its business model.

Fresh reports reveal internal Pentagon discussions exploring punitive measures against Nato allies, including Spain, for perceived lack of support during the Iran conflict. These discussions, alongside President Trump's continued questioning of US commitment, expose deep divisions within the alliance, raising questions about its future and European security.

Consumer commission directs Study IQ IAS to return Rs 15,000 with interest plus a fine of Rs 1,000 for not fulfilling advertised promise

The mango season brings concerns of adulteration, with the FDA seizing over 3,800 kg of chemically ripened mango pulp in Pune. Authorities urge consumers to be vigilant and report suspected cases, highlighting the health risks associated with chemical ripening and providing methods to identify fake mangoes at home.

Despite paying all instalments, the company illegally took the car from him and sold it to someone else

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has declared additional restaurant charges like "LPG charges" or "fuel surcharge" unlawful, reinforcing price transparency. These operational costs must be factored into menu prices, not added later without explicit consumer consent. This intervention aims to dismantle unfair trade practices and restore trust in everyday transactions.