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Saturday, September 6, 2025
TopicNational Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission

Topic: National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission

Blank column in form not concealment—why consumer commission overturned denial of 2017 insurance claim

A woman approached National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission after her complaint against Bharti AXA was rejected by Rajasthan State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission.

How SC used definition of ‘consumer’ to set aside relief to branding firm in 11-year dispute

The top court ruled that the borrower of a loan for a commercial venture is not a ‘consumer’ under the Consumer Protection Act.

4 non-bailable warrants & a 60-km chase — Parsvnath Developers CEO arrested from Delhi airport

Sanjeev Jain arrested after trying to evade arrest in connection with a consumer complaint over delay in transfer of possession of flats, after which firm was ordered to refund home buyers.

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.

Karnataka State Commission will take 7 yrs to dispose of all consumer disputes: Study

An analysis of the functioning of Karnataka State Commission and the various district commissions reveals several shortcomings in resolving consumer complaints.

Hiring and retiring stuck at consumer body as confusion reigns over selection rules

Between the consumer affairs ministry and the SC, the frequent rule changes in tenure and retirement age have left members and aspirants puzzled.

This judge sat on a verdict for 3 yrs & left it hanging. Now he heads top consumer body

Retired Supreme Court judge R.K. Agrawal's appointment has surprised many in the legal fraternity because of his patchy record as a judge.

On Camera

Kolkata’s silencing of Javed Akhtar exposes India’s secular vacuum

Even those parties that wear the label of secular and progressive often bow to the pressures of fundamentalist groups within the Muslim community.

GST 2.0: India streamlines indirect tax regime amid Trump tariffs & what it means for consumers

Goods and Services Tax Council paves way for a broad two-slab structure of 5% and 18% with a demerit rate of 40% for super luxury and 'sin' goods.

Dassault Aviation takes majority control of joint venture with Anil Ambani’s Reliance

Following the transaction which is expected to be completed by November, Dassault Reliance Aerospace Ltd will become an associate company, with Reliance retaining a 49% stake.

For Indian Mercedes, Asim Munir’s dumper truck in mirror is closer than it appears

From Munir’s point of view, a few bumps here and there is par for the course. He isn’t going to drive his dumper truck to its doom. He wants to use it as a weapon.