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October 30, 2025 4:45 PM
The Department of Consumer Affairs has notified significant amendments to the Legal Metrology (Government Approved Test Centre) Rules, 2013. These amendments mark a major milestone in expanding India’s verification infrastructure for weights and me...
August 8, 2025 4:37 PM
The Centre said on Friday that prices of key vegetables, including tomato, onion and potato, have remained largely stable this year, with the exception of a temporary spike in tomato rates in Delhi due to heavy rains. According to the Department of ...
July 14, 2025 5:15 PM
In a strong push for road safety, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the Department of Consumer Affairs have launched a nationwide campaign urging two-wheeler riders to use only BIS-certified helmets. The initiative, themed “Helmet – More T...
July 4, 2025 3:15 PM
The National Consumer Helpline (NCH) has helped consumers secure refunds totalling ₹7.14 crore over the past two months, according to the Ministry of Consumer Affairs. The Department of Consumer Affairs said the amount was facilitated through the ...
April 14, 2025 3:19 PM
In a major move to enhance consumer protection and promote fair trade practices, the Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, has released draft rules for gas meters under the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011. The new framework manda...
December 26, 2024 4:18 PM
The Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, has released its year-end review, spotlighting significant initiatives and accomplishments in 2024 aimed at stabilizing prices, enhancing consumer welfare, and leveraging technology for improve...
December 13, 2024 7:28 PM
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA), under the Department of Consumer Affairs, on Friday issued notices to 17 entities that were found violating Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules, 2021. Of these, 13 entities are currently under ...
May 4, 2024 5:54 PM
India lifted the restrictions on onion exports from Friday. The decision comes on the heels of robust kharif crop production in 2024 and favourable monsoon forecasts, coupled with stable market conditions both at the mandi and retail levels. "All re...
February 16, 2024 11:17 AM
In a bid to address the issue of unwanted promotional calls, the Department of Consumer Affairs has formed a committee comprising representatives from various sectors including the cellular industry, regulatory bodies, and telecommunications companie...
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