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Infant Loses 5 Fingers, Chennai Hospital Ordered To Pay Compensation
The Chennai North District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has directed a hospital and a doctor, here, to provide compensation of Rs 23.65 lakh spent on treatment, besides Rs 10 lakh for pain and suffering caused.
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Swiggy Rolls Out 'High Protein' Category On App To Promote Healthier Eating
Swiggy's new feature responds to the growing consumer demand for protein-rich meals. It is now available across 30 cities in India.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Reportedly Outpaces Galaxy Z Flip 7 in Pre-Orders in South Korea
For the first time, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 has reportedly surpassed the Galaxy Z Flip 7 in pre-orders in South Korea. According to data from Samsung and local carriers, 60 percent of foldable pre-orders were for the Galaxy Z Fold 7. This shows a significant shift in consumer preference.
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Supreme Court Seeks Centre, States Reply On Plea For Consumer's 'Right To Know'
The petition said "right to know" was crucial for consumers to make informed choices and to protect themselves from unfair or restrictive trade practices and unscrupulous exploitation.
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"Forcing Blended Fuel...": Consumer Slams Ethanol Petrol Policy
As India pushes forward with its plan to blend 20% ethanol into petrol (E20) by 2025-26, a consumer has publicly voiced strong opposition, raising questions about the fuel's impact on vehicle performance and consumer choice.
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Why Clean Label Products Are Taking Over And Consumers Are Saying No To Artificial Ingredients
People want to be healthier, they want transparency in food labelling, and they are increasingly suspicious of artificial chemicals.
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India Smartphone Shipments Fell 6 Percent YoY in Q1 2025, Apple Posts Highest Growth: IDC
India's smartphone market experienced a 5.5 percent year-over-year (YoY) decline in shipments in Q1 2025, shows a latest report by International Data Corporation(IDC). This downturn is attributed to weak consumer demand and surplus inventory from the previous quarter. Vivo secured top spot in the first quarter by grabbing 19.7 percent market share....
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Samsung Fights $520 Million India Tax Demand, Points to Reliance Practice
Samsung has asked the Customs Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal in Mumbai to quash a $520 million (roughly Rs. 4,381 crore) tax demand for allegedly misclassifying imports of networking gear. The South Korean giant has said that Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance also imported the same component in a similar manner for years.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Reportedly Outsold Galaxy S25 and S25+ Combined in Global Markets
Samsung’s latest Galaxy S25 series is said to be in high demand among consumers with the Galaxy S25 Ultra seeing the highest sales numbers. As per a financial services firm, the top-of-the-line handset outperformed both of its siblings, the Galaxy S25 and the Galaxy S25+, in terms of sales combined, despite commanding a considerably higher price ...
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Nintendo Switch 2 Keeps Up Fast Pace With US Pre-Order Sellout
Nintendo's new Switch 2 console maintained strong momentum toward its summer release. Concerns about the price, $150 (roughly Rs. 12,816) higher than the predecessor Switch, and a gloomy macroeconomic outlook have not dampened consumer enthusiasm for the long-awaited gadget.
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French Prosecutors Demand Volkswagen Face Fresh Dieselgate Trial
Prosecutors in Paris have called for German carmaker Volkswagen to face justice in France to compensate French consumers over the Dieselgate emissions fraud scandal, according to a court filing seen by AFP on Tuesday.
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Indians Can Save Rs 2.2 Lakh Crore With Energy-Efficient ACs: Study
A new study showed that India can avoid severe power shortages, save consumers up to Rs 2.2 lakh crore by doubling the energy efficiency of room air conditioners over next decade.
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UP Man Beaten, Forced To Drink Poison By Girlfriend, Her Associates
A man was allegedly beaten and forced to consume poison by his girlfriend and her associates after he demanded the return of cash and jewellery he had given her during their live-in relationship.
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Indian Smartphone Market Declines, While Apple Records Strong YoY Growth in January 2025: IDC
Apple posted strong year-on-year growth numbers in January 2025, according to a report by a market research firm. However, the overall Indian smartphone market witnessed a decline in shipments. The decline is said to be driven by weak consumer demand in the first month of the year. It was also impacted by last year’s surplus inventory, the report...
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"Time Apposite To Rekindle Animal Spirits": RBI Bulletin On 'State Of Economy'
Weeks before the presentation of the Union Budget, the Reserve Bank Bulletin made a strong case for providing a consumption boost as the time is apposite to rekindle the animal spirits, create mass consumer demand and trigger a boom in investment.
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Infant Loses 5 Fingers, Chennai Hospital Ordered To Pay Compensation
The Chennai North District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has directed a hospital and a doctor, here, to provide compensation of Rs 23.65 lakh spent on treatment, besides Rs 10 lakh for pain and suffering caused.
-
Swiggy Rolls Out 'High Protein' Category On App To Promote Healthier Eating
Swiggy's new feature responds to the growing consumer demand for protein-rich meals. It is now available across 30 cities in India.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Reportedly Outpaces Galaxy Z Flip 7 in Pre-Orders in South Korea
For the first time, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 has reportedly surpassed the Galaxy Z Flip 7 in pre-orders in South Korea. According to data from Samsung and local carriers, 60 percent of foldable pre-orders were for the Galaxy Z Fold 7. This shows a significant shift in consumer preference.
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Supreme Court Seeks Centre, States Reply On Plea For Consumer's 'Right To Know'
The petition said "right to know" was crucial for consumers to make informed choices and to protect themselves from unfair or restrictive trade practices and unscrupulous exploitation.
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"Forcing Blended Fuel...": Consumer Slams Ethanol Petrol Policy
As India pushes forward with its plan to blend 20% ethanol into petrol (E20) by 2025-26, a consumer has publicly voiced strong opposition, raising questions about the fuel's impact on vehicle performance and consumer choice.
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Why Clean Label Products Are Taking Over And Consumers Are Saying No To Artificial Ingredients
People want to be healthier, they want transparency in food labelling, and they are increasingly suspicious of artificial chemicals.
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India Smartphone Shipments Fell 6 Percent YoY in Q1 2025, Apple Posts Highest Growth: IDC
India's smartphone market experienced a 5.5 percent year-over-year (YoY) decline in shipments in Q1 2025, shows a latest report by International Data Corporation(IDC). This downturn is attributed to weak consumer demand and surplus inventory from the previous quarter. Vivo secured top spot in the first quarter by grabbing 19.7 percent market share....
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Samsung Fights $520 Million India Tax Demand, Points to Reliance Practice
Samsung has asked the Customs Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal in Mumbai to quash a $520 million (roughly Rs. 4,381 crore) tax demand for allegedly misclassifying imports of networking gear. The South Korean giant has said that Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance also imported the same component in a similar manner for years.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Reportedly Outsold Galaxy S25 and S25+ Combined in Global Markets
Samsung’s latest Galaxy S25 series is said to be in high demand among consumers with the Galaxy S25 Ultra seeing the highest sales numbers. As per a financial services firm, the top-of-the-line handset outperformed both of its siblings, the Galaxy S25 and the Galaxy S25+, in terms of sales combined, despite commanding a considerably higher price ...
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Nintendo Switch 2 Keeps Up Fast Pace With US Pre-Order Sellout
Nintendo's new Switch 2 console maintained strong momentum toward its summer release. Concerns about the price, $150 (roughly Rs. 12,816) higher than the predecessor Switch, and a gloomy macroeconomic outlook have not dampened consumer enthusiasm for the long-awaited gadget.
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French Prosecutors Demand Volkswagen Face Fresh Dieselgate Trial
Prosecutors in Paris have called for German carmaker Volkswagen to face justice in France to compensate French consumers over the Dieselgate emissions fraud scandal, according to a court filing seen by AFP on Tuesday.
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Indians Can Save Rs 2.2 Lakh Crore With Energy-Efficient ACs: Study
A new study showed that India can avoid severe power shortages, save consumers up to Rs 2.2 lakh crore by doubling the energy efficiency of room air conditioners over next decade.
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UP Man Beaten, Forced To Drink Poison By Girlfriend, Her Associates
A man was allegedly beaten and forced to consume poison by his girlfriend and her associates after he demanded the return of cash and jewellery he had given her during their live-in relationship.
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Indian Smartphone Market Declines, While Apple Records Strong YoY Growth in January 2025: IDC
Apple posted strong year-on-year growth numbers in January 2025, according to a report by a market research firm. However, the overall Indian smartphone market witnessed a decline in shipments. The decline is said to be driven by weak consumer demand in the first month of the year. It was also impacted by last year’s surplus inventory, the report...
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"Time Apposite To Rekindle Animal Spirits": RBI Bulletin On 'State Of Economy'
Weeks before the presentation of the Union Budget, the Reserve Bank Bulletin made a strong case for providing a consumption boost as the time is apposite to rekindle the animal spirits, create mass consumer demand and trigger a boom in investment.
