Transparency in pricing and combating misleading advertisements are crucial aspects of consumer rights. In the context of medicine pricing, where excessive costs and misleading promotions prevail, the need for transparent pricing...
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Preventing Mobile Phone Explosions: Importance of Safety Measures and Awareness
Mobile phones have become an essential part of our lives, and it’s difficult to imagine a day without them. They are the primary source of communication, entertainment, and information. However, the...
Continue reading...Expert Committees in Akhil Bharatiya Grahak Panchayat: Advancing Consumer Protection and Advocacy
Akhil Bharatiya Grahak Panchayat is a consumer organization that is committed to protecting the interests of consumers in India. The organization has several cells, including the Vanitha Cell, Legal Cell, Media...
Continue reading...Promoting Self-Employment and Local Economies: The Crucial Role of SECs in Akhil Bhartiya Grahak Panchayat
Self Employment Cells (SECs) play an essential role in promoting self-employment and entrepreneurship among consumers, particularly in consumer organizations like Akhil Bhartiya Grahak Panchayat (ABGP). These cells provide training, guidance, and...
Continue reading...Indian Government Launches ‘Right-to-Repair’ Initiative to Promote Sustainability and Reduce Electronic Waste
The Indian government has launched a new initiative called the “Right-to-Repair” on a unified portal, which aims to cover four sectors including consumer durables, electronic devices, automobiles, and farm equipment. The...
Continue reading...Empowering Indian Consumers on International Consumer Day: A Reflection on Progress and Challenges
International Consumer Day, also known as World Consumer Rights Day, is an annual event celebrated on 15th March across the world to promote consumer rights and raise awareness about consumer protection....
Continue reading...Supreme Court Slams NCDRC for Inaction on Consumer Complaint, Orders Immediate Resolution Within a Year
In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court has taken a strong stance against the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) for the lengthy delay in passing an order on a consumer...
Continue reading...Celebrating 50 Years of Consumer Advocacy: The Golden Jubilee Anniversary of Akhil Bharatiya Grahak Panchayat (ABGP)
For 50 years, Akhil Bharatiya Grahak Panchayat (ABGP) has been at the forefront of the consumer rights movement in India. Founded in 1974, ABGP is a non-profit consumer rights organization that...
Continue reading...Consumer Protection Laws and Regulations in Kerala: An Overview
Kerala, a state located in the southwestern region of India, is known for having a high level of consumer awareness and a strong consumer protection laws and regulations. The state has...
Continue reading...Consumer’s Challenges in India
There are a number of challenges that consumers in India face when it comes to protecting their rights and interests. Some of the key challenges include: Overall, despite the presence of...
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