India will chair the ninth session of the UNCTAD Intergovernmental Group of Experts on Consumer Protection in Geneva, with Nidhi Khare leading discussions on global consumer protection, product safety, cross-border disputes and sustainable consumption
The Supreme Court ruled that homebuyers can seek compensation for delayed possession even after taking possession of their flats. Setting aside an NCDRC order, the court restored a long-pending consumer complaint and directed its adjudication on merits by the district commission
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has issued notices to eight food companies, including Emami Healthy & Tasty and Neuherbs, for misleading branding and health claims. The regulator flagged violations under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006
Advertising Standards Council of India released draft guidelines for labelling AI-generated ads under a risk-based system aligned with IT Rules 2026. It classifies content into high, medium, and low risk, aiming to curb deception while avoiding excessive labelling
Dark patterns refer to deceptive user interface designs that nudge consumers toward decisions they might not otherwise make, like unknowingly subscribing to a service, buying additional items, or making hasty purchases due to fake urgency
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) Secretary SK Gupta emphasised that the regulator has made all-out efforts to ensure that price of radiowaves is "reasonable and market-friendly"
