Embracing Sustainability: A transformative shift in consumer patterns

Jul 31, 2023

New Delhi [India], July 31: As the world grapples with the pressing challenges of climate change, environmental degradation, and resource depletion, the concept of...

Consumer Affairs Dept urges online platforms to refrain from adopting 'dark patterns' that harm consumer interest

Jun 30, 2023

In a letter addressed to major online platforms in India, Consumer Affairs Secretary Rohit Kumar Singh strongly advised online platforms to not engage in...

Government seeks public input on draft guidelines to curb deceptive online practices

Sep 07, 2023

These guidelines aim to address deceptive practices employed by online platforms, known as dark patterns, that are detrimental to consumer interests, read the Ministry...

Action will be taken against e-commerce entities using dark patterns: Consumer Affairs Secy

Sep 16, 2025

The Central Government is cracking down on e-commerce entities using "dark patterns", deceptive design tactics that manipulate consumers into unintended purchases or subscriptions.

Tier-2 Households Redirect Discretionary Spending Toward Home Decor, Consumer Study Shows

Dec 18, 2025

New Delhi [India], December 18: Households in India's Tier-2 cities are increasingly prioritising spending on home decor and interior aesthetics over consumer electronics, indicating...

PM Modi's mantra of sustainable development finds resonance at G-20 Rome declaration: Piyush Goyal

Oct 31, 2021

Rome [Italy], October 31 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mantra of sustainable lifestyles finds resonance in the G-20's Rome declaration on sustainable consumption and...