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Government Bans Use of 'Dark Patterns' on E-Commerce Platforms; Guidelines Issued
The government has banned the use of "dark patterns" on e-commerce platforms and a gazette notification was issued on November 30 by the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA). The rules are applicable to all platforms offering goods and services in India related to online commerce, and will also apply to advertisers and sellers. Dark patters...
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Government To Prepare Framework To Prevent Fake Reviews On E-Commerce Websites
Government on Saturday said it will develop a framework to keep a check on fake reviews posted on e-commerce websites to protect consumer interest
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Amazon, Tata Said to Have Opposed Government’s Tougher E-Commerce Rules
Amazon and Tata Group said to have warned government officials on Saturday that plans for tougher rules for online retailers would have a major impact on their business models. The government's tough new e-commerce rules announced on June 21 aimed at strengthening protection for consumers caused concern among the country's online retailers.
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Government Aims To Tighten Rules For E-Commerce Companies
Government has clarified that conventional e-commerce flash sales are not banned, only specific sales which limit customer choice are not allowed.
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Flash Sales Ban And Other Proposed Changes To E-Commerce Rules
The proposed amendments to the rules aim to bring transparency, strengthen the regulatory regime, protect consumers' interests, and encourage free and fair competition, a government statement said.
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New Rules For E-Tailers To Come Into Force By End Of Week: Ram Vilas Paswan
The ''Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020'' will be applicable to all electronic retailers (e-tailers) registered in India or abroad, Union minister Ram Vilas Paswan said.
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New Government Rules For Amazon, Walmart Seen To Hurt Online Shoppers
The government's new rules for foreign e-commerce platforms may be designed to protect local companies from Amazon and Walmart, but consumers are likely to suffer the collateral damage. Online marketplaces must treat all vendors equally by providing the same terms.
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E-Commerce Sites Must Show MRP, Other Details From Next Year, Government Rules
Along with MRP, the companies have to declare manufacturing date, expiry date, net quantity, country of origin and consumer care details on the label.
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Government Bans Use of 'Dark Patterns' on E-Commerce Platforms; Guidelines Issued
The government has banned the use of "dark patterns" on e-commerce platforms and a gazette notification was issued on November 30 by the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA). The rules are applicable to all platforms offering goods and services in India related to online commerce, and will also apply to advertisers and sellers. Dark patters...
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Government To Prepare Framework To Prevent Fake Reviews On E-Commerce Websites
Government on Saturday said it will develop a framework to keep a check on fake reviews posted on e-commerce websites to protect consumer interest
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Amazon, Tata Said to Have Opposed Government’s Tougher E-Commerce Rules
Amazon and Tata Group said to have warned government officials on Saturday that plans for tougher rules for online retailers would have a major impact on their business models. The government's tough new e-commerce rules announced on June 21 aimed at strengthening protection for consumers caused concern among the country's online retailers.
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Government Aims To Tighten Rules For E-Commerce Companies
Government has clarified that conventional e-commerce flash sales are not banned, only specific sales which limit customer choice are not allowed.
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Flash Sales Ban And Other Proposed Changes To E-Commerce Rules
The proposed amendments to the rules aim to bring transparency, strengthen the regulatory regime, protect consumers' interests, and encourage free and fair competition, a government statement said.
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New Rules For E-Tailers To Come Into Force By End Of Week: Ram Vilas Paswan
The ''Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020'' will be applicable to all electronic retailers (e-tailers) registered in India or abroad, Union minister Ram Vilas Paswan said.
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New Government Rules For Amazon, Walmart Seen To Hurt Online Shoppers
The government's new rules for foreign e-commerce platforms may be designed to protect local companies from Amazon and Walmart, but consumers are likely to suffer the collateral damage. Online marketplaces must treat all vendors equally by providing the same terms.
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E-Commerce Sites Must Show MRP, Other Details From Next Year, Government Rules
Along with MRP, the companies have to declare manufacturing date, expiry date, net quantity, country of origin and consumer care details on the label.
