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Standard Pack Sizes for Edible Oils: A Consumer Protection Reform Against Misleading Packaging The Union Government has introduced standard pack sizes for edible oils to make retail packaging more transparent, uniform and consumer-friendly. The move is important from the perspective of consumer rights, market regulation, fair pricing, food security, nutritional security and Legal Metrology. As …
Read MoreE-JAGRITI PLATFORM FOR CONSUMER JUSTICE Why in the News? Digital Milestone: The Department of Consumer Affairs highlighted the success of the e-Jagriti Platform in enabling online consumer dispute resolution with enhanced market access and quality standards. Virtual Access: The platform allows consumers and NRIs to file complaints and attend hearings without travelling to consumer commissions, …
Read MoreSanchar Saathi App: Strengthening Consumer Protection in India’s Telecom Sector The Sanchar Saathi App initiative is designed to enhance consumer protection in India’s telecom sector by ensuring the authenticity of mobile handsets. This initiative benefits both the public and mobile clients in the following ways: How the Sanchar Saathi App Benefits the Public: 1. Verification …
Read MoreRegulating Misleading Health Ads Syllabus GS 2: Health Why in the News? Recently, concerns were raised about Big Tech platforms violating India’s Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act, 1954 (DMR Act), by publishing objectionable advertisements for ayurvedic and homeopathic products, prompting calls for urgent regulatory reforms. Introduction The increasing dominance of Big Tech in …
Read MoreFSSAI Restricts Misuse of ORS Labeling Rights Why in the News? The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has ordered that only WHO-approved formulations can be labelled as Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS). This follows a Hyderabad-based paediatrician’s decade-long campaign against sugar-rich drinks falsely marketed as medical-grade ORS. The decision reflects a growing trend …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has mandated food business operators (FBOs) to remove ‘100% fruit juices’ claim from reconstituted fruit juice labels due to misleading marketing practices. FSSAI acted following reports of inaccurate marketing, instructing FBOs to relabel products as ‘sweetened juice’ if nutritive sweeteners exceed 15 …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Safety concerns over milk products prompt Delhi High Court’s pilot project in a designated dairy, addressing spurious drugs and hygiene. About Observations on Dairy Conditions: The Delhi High Court expressed concern over the safety of milk products consumed by citizens, noting potential risks. It highlighted issues such as the use of …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Banned Oxytocin misuse in Delhi dairies prompts HC action against animal cruelty; authorities urged to tackle spurious usage. About the Banned Oxytocin Usage in Delhi Dairies: Oxytocin was banned in April 2018 for misuse on milch cattle to enhance yield, affecting cattle and human health. Recent report raises concerns about its …
Read MoreWhy in the news? RBI drafts norms for loan aggregators, requiring digital overview of all loan offers to enhance transparency for borrowers. About the Regulatory Framework: The RBI proposes guidelines for banks and NBFCs to ensure loan service providers (LSPs) offer a digital overview of all loan options. The digital view must include lender details, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Supreme Court urges action against FMCG firms for misleading ads targeting consumers, especially families with babies and schoolchildren. About Supreme Court’s Concerns: The Supreme Court urged the Centre to take action against FMCG companies for misleading advertisements targeting consumers, especially families with babies and schoolchildren. Justices Hima Kohli and Ahsanuddin Amanullah …
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