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CCPA Cracks Down on Illegal Walkie-Talkie Sales Online

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The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has launched a major crackdown on the illegal online sale of walkie-talkies, taking suo motu action against multiple e-commerce platforms for hosting and promoting non-compliant radio communication devices. The enforcement drive has resulted in penalties against leading platforms including Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho and Meta,…

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Oil Firms Face Govt Action on VOPPA Non-Compliance

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The Government of India has issued show cause notices to several large edible oil companies for failing to comply with the amended Vegetable Oil Products, Production and Availability (Regulation) Order, 2025, commonly known as the VOPPA Order. The action follows nationwide inspections that revealed non-submission of mandatory monthly production and…

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Consumer Affairs Pushes Faster Justice Digitally

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The Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, organised a Regional Workshop on Consumer Protection in Patna on 13 January 2026. Officials from Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Odisha participated to discuss measures for faster grievance redressal, improved order compliance, and tackling challenges in digital markets, including dark patterns and…

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Department of Consumer Affairs Awards 12 GATC Certificates

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The Department of Consumer Affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, has achieved a major milestone by awarding 12 Government Approved Test Centre (GATC) certificates to 11 private entities. This move strengthens India’s legal metrology verification ecosystem through a structured public–private partnership framework. The certificates were presented by…

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₹45 Cr Refunded via Consumer Helpline in 8 Months

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The National Consumer Helpline (NCH), a flagship initiative of the Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, has significantly strengthened consumer protection by facilitating refunds worth ₹45 crore within an eight-month period. According to official data released on Friday, the helpline addressed refund-related grievances across 31 sectors between April 25…

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CCI, Nasscom Hold AI Governance & Competition Workshop

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The Competition Commission of India (CCI), in collaboration with the National Association of Software and Services Companies (Nasscom), organised a high-level workshop on “Artificial Intelligence, Competition & Governance” in New Delhi on Friday. The event brought together senior policymakers, regulators, industry leaders and experts to deliberate on how India can…

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PAHAL: Direct LPG Subsidy, Transparent & Efficient

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The Government of India’s PAHAL (DBTL) scheme has revolutionized LPG subsidy distribution since its launch in January 2015. By transferring subsidies directly into consumers’ bank accounts, the   of beneficiaries across the country. Key Reforms and Consumer-Centric Measures The PAHAL scheme standardizes Retail Selling Prices (RSP) for domestic LPG cylinders,…

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TRAI Mandates 1600-Series for All BFSI Calls

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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a Direction mandating the phased adoption of the new “1600” numbering series by entities regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), and Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA). The move aims to…