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New Delhi: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has given all e-commerce companies three months to audit their websites and apps for "dark patterns" -- deceptive design tactics that nudge or trick shoppers into unintended purchases or disclosures. Officials added that show-cause notices have already gone out to several unnamed platforms found flouting the agency's 2023 guidelines, which identified 13 specific dark patterns like false urgency, basket sneaking, confirm shaming, forced action, subscription trap, interface interference, bait-and-switch, drip pricing, disguised advertisements, nagging, trick wording, SaaS billing and rogue malware. In an advisory issued on Saturday, the Consumer Affairs Ministry instructed platforms to review their entire user interface for any features that undermine customer choice or amount to unfair trade practices. After completing the audit, firms have been asked to file self-declarations certifying that their storefronts are free of such tactics, a move the CCPA says will build public trust and foster a fairer digital marketplace. A joint working group comprising government ministries, regulators, consumer groups and law-school experts will monitor compliance and roll out awareness campaigns. The directive forms part of a broader push to tighten consumer safeguards as online retail surges across India.
Guwahati, Jun 5 (PTI) The Assam Congress on Thursday demanded a CBI inquiry into alleged illegal stone mining in Karbi Anglong district in violation of a Supreme Court order. Addressing a press conference here, former Rajya Sabha member Ripun Bora also alleged that Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council Chief Executive Member Tuliram Ronghang was allowing illegal activities in the district in nexus with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. "Large-scale illegal stone mining is taking place in the hills of Karbi Anglong in violation of the Supreme Court order. The SC had banned mining in and around K ...Read More >
New Delhi: Any non-compliance with food safety protocols will be viewed with utmost seriousness, potentially leading to severe action, said Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) CEO G Kamalavardhana Rao to the representatives of leading e-commerce platforms in a meeting here on Tuesday. The focus of the meeting was to strengthen food safety and hygiene practices throughout the entire e-commerce food supply chain. During the deliberations, he issued several crucial directives to the e-commerce platforms. He directed all e-commerce entities to prominently display their FSSAI lice ...Read More >
New Delhi, Feb 16 (PTI) In-Solutions Global Ltd (ISG) on Monday announced that it has received regulatory authorisation from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) across all three Payment Aggregator categories - online, physical or offline and cross-border. The approval was granted under the latest RBI Master Directions for 2025-26. With these approvals, ISG joins a select group of non-bank ecosystem players enabled to support merchant payments across domestic and international channels through a unified and fully compliant framework, the company said in a statement. Together, the three licences ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 16: UPACK, one of India's largest and most trusted online packaging material stores for over the past 10 years, has officially launched new, Fully Customizable, Eco-Friendly Mailer Boxes available pan-India, designed to improve any e-commerce sellers' brand identity and visibility. Also Read | UCL 2025-26: Mikel Arteta Urges Arsenal To Rewrite UEFA Champions League History Ahead of Athletic Club Clash. Now Available Nationwide: Strong, Affordable, Sustainable, and Fully Customizable Eco-Friendly Mailer Boxes. Perfect Packaging Solutions for E-Commerce ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 5 (ANI): Member of Parliament and Secretary General of the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), Praveen Khandelwal, has urged the government to curb alleged malpractices by certain e-commerce and quick commerce companies and called for the formation of a National Retail Development Council to ensure fair policymaking for the retail sector. In a communication to Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, Khandelwal expressed concern that practices adopted by some companies are "severely distorting India's retail trade ecosystem." Also Read | Karan Aujla' ...Read More >
Walmart-owned e-commerce major Flipkart is leaning heavily into social video and livestreaming to attract young shoppers who are glued to their smartphones. The move reflects a broader strategy of the company to seek long-term customer loyalty by making online shopping more immersive and interactive. Online shopping with live commerce Using videos to display and promote products has become one of the company's key new strategies, Neha Agrahari, a director at Flipkart told Bloomberg News. "Users ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): As high as 82 per cent of micro and medium retailers want to adopt digital streams to boost their sales, but offline marketplaces remain their preferred channel, showing their strength. According to a survey report by the global technology firm Zoho Corporation, six out of ten Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) stated that they have adopted an omnichannel selling strategy, operating in both online and offline channels, with the majority (75 per cent) of them claiming this expands their reach and customer accessibility; 68 per cent of retailers report ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): As high as 82 per cent of micro and medium retailers want to adopt digital streams to boost their sales, but offline marketplaces remain their preferred channel, showing their strength. According to a survey report by the global technology firm Zoho Corporation, six out of ten Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) stated that they have adopted an omnichannel selling strategy, operating in both online and offline channels, with the majority (75 per cent) of them claiming this expands their reach and customer accessibility; 68 per cent of retailers report ...Read More >
Flipkart has launched 'Flipkart Black', a premium subscription program offering members benefits across shopping, entertainment, and travel for an annual fee of INR 1499. Key perks include a free one-year YouTube Premium subscription and exclusive member-only deals. The program targets affluent, digitally savvy customers seeking a personalized experience. Flipkart, one of India's leading e-commerce platforms, has rolled out 'Flipkart Black', a premium membership designed to enhance the digital e ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Dreame Technology, a global leader in smart home innovation, is deepening its presence in India by adopting a Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) strategy, marking a significant step in its growth journey in one of its priority markets. Through the Dreame India website, consumers across the country will now be able to access and purchase the brand's entire product portfolio - ranging from robotic vacuums to cordless stick vacuums, wet and dry vacuum cleaners to grooming appliances as well as a wide range of accessories. Additionally, consumers can also buy extende ...Read More >
The books for class 9-12 will be available from 2026-27. New Delhi: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has reduced the prices of books for classes 9 to 12 by 20 per cent. The decision was announced by NCERT Director Dinesh Prasad Saklani during an event held in the national capital on Monday. The reduction in the prices of books will be effective from the upcoming academic year. News agency PTI quoted the minister as saying that while the textbooks for classes 9- ...Read More >
Bengaluru: ShopOS, a startup building an AI-based operating system for e-commerce, has raised $20 million led by Binny Bansal's 3State Ventures. The company said it will use the funds to expand its engineering team and further develop its AI platform, and add more brand customers. Founded by Sai Krishna V K and Ajay P V, ShopOS develops software that uses AI to streamline common e-commerce tasks, including creating product listings, generating marketing campaigns, and adapting online stores based on visitor behaviour. The company aims to reduce manual effort and enable brands to operate across ...Read More >
India is also undergoing a content revolution. In the past five years, short-form video platforms have witnessed a 3.6X surge in daily active users, positioning themselves as serious competitors to mainstream digital entertainment platforms. India's online commerce sector is set to skyrocket from $30 billion in 2020 to $300 billion by 2030, contributing to what is now being dubbed a $1 trillion digital consumer opportunity, according to a new report by Bessemer Venture Partners titled Click, Wat ...Read More >
NEW DELHI (Reuters) -Amazon on Monday said it has helped Indian sellers surpass $20 billion in total exports, including nearly $7 billion this year, as small operators work to offset the impact of new U.S. import tariffs that were imposed in August. The company said it remained confident in its long-term growth and set a new target of reaching $80 billion in exports by 2030, driven by rising global demand for cosmetics, toys, furniture and apparel. Thousands of Indian artisans and small busines ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a major strategic step, the Noel Tata-led Tata CLiQ has decided to rebrand the brand as Tata CLiQ Fashion. The move is seen as the company's idea to align with its "fashion-forward approach." Tata CLiQ is the e-commerce arm of the Tata Group. The rebranding marks the company's shift from being a horizontal marketplace to a specialized vertical platform focusing on fashion and lifestyle. The Tata CLiQ Fashion has unveiled a complete visual redesign, featuring a fresh logo, revamped packaging, and updated user experiences on both its app and website. According to a Hindu Businessl ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued advisory to all e-commerce platforms to take necessary steps to ensure that their platforms do not engage in deceptive and unfair trade practice which are in the nature of Dark Patterns. In a release on Saturday, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution said that all e-commerce platforms have been advised to conduct self-audits to identify dark patterns within 3 months of the issue of the advisory and take necessary steps to ensure that their platforms are free from such dark patte ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], July 9 (ANI): Following the violent protest at Kerala University, a case has been registered against 27 activists of the ruling CPM's Students Federation of India (SFI), including its state secretary P S Sanjeev, who has been named the prime accused, police said. The case also names 1,000 identifiable protesters who have been accused of damaging public property, forcibly entering the university campus, and assaulting police and university staff, police said on Tuesday. Also Read | Nobel Peace Prize 2025: From Mahatma Gandhi to Jawaharlal Nehru, Check Full ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a penalty of Rs 5 lakh on e-commerce platform Snapdeal for selling toys that do not comply with mandatory Bureau of Indian Standards certification, violating the Toys (Quality Control) Order, 2020. A final order against Snapdeal (Ace Vector Limited) has been issued after taking suo-motu cognizance of the matter, CCPA Chief Commissioner Nidhi Khare told PTI. The CCPA has also issued notices to other e-commerce entities including Amazon and Flipkart, along with sellers such as Stallion Trading Company and Electronics Bazar ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2: Dreame Technology, a global leader in smart home innovation, is deepening its presence in India by adopting a Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) strategy, marking a significant step in its growth journey in one of its priority markets. Through the Dreame India website, consumers across the country will now be able to access and purchase the brand's entire product portfolio - ranging from robotic vacuums to cordless stick vacuums, wet and dry vacuum cleaners to grooming appliances as well as a wide range of accessories. Additionally, consumers can also buy extended warranty on ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], February 3: SarkarSEO, a leading SEO agency, is introducing a new approach to digital rankings with its Search Everywhere Optimization strategy. As AI-powered search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Bing AI change how people find information, SarkarSEO is helping businesses rank across all platforms, not just Google. Also Read | US Shocker: Woman Allegedly Beats 14-Year-Old Son to Death With Extension Cord Over Unfinished Chores, Waits 5 Minutes Before Calling 911; Arrested. Search Everywhere Optimisation takes advantage of the fractured nature of the search, optimisi ...Read More >
New Delhi: Over 17,500 complaints of fake, duplicate, and counterfeit products sold on e-commerce platforms have been recorded since 2022, with the highest -- 7,221 cases -- reported in the first half of 2025, the union consumer affairs ministry told Parliament on Wednesday. Responding to a question raised by Lok Sabha lawmaker Murari Lal Meena, union minister of state for consumer affairs B.L. Verma said calls to the National Consumer Helpline (NCH) rose more than tenfold -- from 12,553 in December 2015 to 1,55,138 in December 2024 -- with average monthly complaints surging from 37,062 in 20 ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14: Medulla Communications Pvt. Ltd., one of the world's most awarded healthcare-specialist advertising agencies, has announced the launch of its new hub in Singapore. With over 15 years of experience in solving complex healthcare challenges, Medulla is now looking to create a super-specialist category as the first digital healthcare advertising agency in Asia. New Hub to Deliver Scalable, Specialist Healthcare Marketing Solutions Across APAC. Also Read | New Cheque Clearing System: Banks To Clear Cheques Within Few Hours Starting October 4, Announces RBI. ...Read More >
Netcore Cloud Strengthens Global Leadership with Strategic Hires in Strategy, Sales, and Marketing Netcore Cloud Logo 3 min read Last Updated : Oct 23 2025 | 1:00 PM IST PRNewswire Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 23: Netcore Cloud, a leading agentic marketing platform, today announced three strategic appointments to accelerate its international growth and strengthen its leadership in Agentic Marketing. The company has named Vassil Mladjov as SVP, Agentic AI and Strategy, Deepthi Nagara ...Read More >
Venture capital investments in India rose to approximately USD 16 billion in 2025, marking continued growth despite global economic challenges. The increase in funding was broad-based, driven by deals below USD 50 million and larger transactions exceeding USD 250 million. Technology sectors like fintech and SaaS led the way. Despite a global slowdown, India's venture capital sector thrived in 2025, with investments reaching around USD 16 billion, a second consecutive year of growth, according to ...Read More >
While the rise of e-commerce has led many to predict the decline of brick-and-mortar stores, the fashion scene in Mumbai tells a different story. The city has witnessed a surge in new store openings, transforming retail spaces into immersive brand experiences that offer more than just clothing -- they provide a window into the brand's ethos and identity. In line with this trend, designer Ranna Gill has expanded her presence in Mumbai. This is Ranna's fourth store in the city. Located in Bandra, this outpost is part of her broader strategy to engage customers through thoughtfully designed spac ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 6 (PTI) Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has directed e-commerce platforms to conduct self-audits within three months to identify and eliminate "dark patterns", deceptive design practices that mislead consumers into unintended actions. The Consumer Affairs Ministry on Saturday said all e-commerce platforms must examine their interfaces for practices that undermine consumer choice or constitute unfair trade practices. "All e-commerce platforms have been advised to conduct self-audits to identify dark patterns, within 3 months of the issue of the advisory, and take n ...Read More >
New Delhi: Softbank-backed e-commerce company Meesho has filed draft documents for an IPO with the market regulator SEBI, using a confidential process, Moneycontrol reported. Size of the IPO is still not very clear as the route is confidential, but many reputed websites claim that Size of IPO can range from some where around Rs 4,250crore to Rs 8,500 crore, with listing probably around September- October. By choosing the confidential pre-filing route, Meesho does not have to share details about its IPO with the public right away. These details will only be made public at a later stage. Conf ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 15: Flipkart, India homegrown e-commerce marketplace, has officially announced the dates for its blockbuster annual shopping festival, The Big Billion Days (TBBD) 2025, starting 23rd September, with 24 hour early access for Flipkart Black and Plus members beginning on 22nd September. With Early Bird Deals, customers can shop for their favorite products at The Big Billion Days Sale prices before it officially begins and can access deals across mobiles, electronics, fashion, appliances, and more. Flipkart aims to transform the festive season into a nation ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], September 16: Online furniture start-up Furnisquare has taken a customer-first leap by announcing free shipping across India, making premium and stylish furniture more accessible to households nationwide. This initiative marks a significant shift in the online furniture space, where logistics costs have often been a deterrent for customers. The Indian online furniture market has been growing at double-digit rates in recent years, fuelled by rising internet penetration, increased disposable incomes, and evolving urban lifestyles. Analysts project the industry to cross ...Read More >
NEW DELHI -- When New Delhi's air quality plunged to "severe" levels this month, Gayatri Shrivastava switched on all three of her apartment's air purifiers -- two in the living room, one in the bedroom -- as a gray haze settled over the city. "Most of them are Philips," she told Nikkei Asia, adding ... ...Read More >