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Saturday, September 6, 2025
TopicDepartment of Consumer Affairs

Topic: Department of Consumer Affairs

Centre extends deadline for packaging amendments to Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules

The government stated that this decision prioritizes consumer welfare while also supporting ease of doing business and reducing compliance burdens for companies.

Dept of Consumer Affairs disseminates Indian Standard Time with millisecond to microsecond accuracy

This enhanced precision is crucial for sectors like navigation, telecommunications, power grid synchronization, banking, digital governance, and advanced scientific research.

India’s E-Daakhil Portal Launched Nationwide

The portal, now operational in every state and union territory, was recently launched in Ladakh on November 22, 2024, by Brig. (Dr.) B.D. Mishra (Retd.), Hon'ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, a PIB press release stated.

Department of Consumer Affairs holds roundtable to discuss food inflation in NorthEast

This round table consultation, a first of its kind, brought together representatives from various state departments, research organizations, and stakeholders to formulate a comprehensive strategy and roadmap for increasing food availability and managing prices in the region.

Union Government standardises breath analysers for accuracy

New rules require breathalysers to be verified and stamped within a year.

DoCA hosts countdown event to celebrate Yoga day

This event will provide an opportunity for participants to experience the unique healing benefits of yoga.

Govt launches ‘Right to Repair’ portal to promote circular economy, reduce e-waste

It provides consumers with access to product manuals and repair videos, as well as information on the price and warranty of spare parts

Modi govt imposes 40% duty on onion exports as surging prices spark fear of further inflation

While vegetable prices are surging across board, govt data shows rate of tomatoes, onions & potatoes have seen highest spike since May this year. Notification says duty to remain until 31 Dec.

Govt, ad body mull industry self-regulation to stop unethical ‘dark patterns’ in advertising

In response to manipulative advertisement techniques violating consumer rights, DoCA and ASCI are encouraging platforms to create user-friendly spaces.

India’s financial sector sees no point in addressing consumer grievances. Here’s how to fix it

It's not enough to have laws that regulate firms or nodal officers who address grievances. India needs a system that sets right incentives for firms and consumers.

On Camera

The Bengal Files has made sure Kolkata dusts history books to find out real Gopal Mukherjee

Whether it is due to the alleged unofficial ban on The Bengal Files or allegations by Gopal Mukherjee’s family against Agnihotri, everyone in the state wants to know more about Mukherjee.

Punjab’s paddy farmers are staring at big losses. Why flood impact may spill out of India’s rice bowl

As devastated farmers begin to come to terms with the fallout, 4 lakh hectares of land under paddy cultivation across state is flooded. Punjab is among the biggest contributors to PDS.

Army chief weighs in on theaterisation, says it is inevitable and need of the hour

New Delhi: Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi has strongly backed the idea of theaterisation, saying it is inevitable and the need of the hour. Speaking...

Punjab is fast becoming the new Northeast. And there’s a message in it for Modi

In its toughest time in decades because of floods, Punjab would’ve expected PM Modi to visit. If he has the time for a Bihar tour, why not a short visit to next-door Punjab?