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Subaru windshield settlement: Eligibility and claim process

After a significant settlement over claims of windscreen cracking in some of the carmaker's well-known models, Subaru owners in the US may be eligible for compensation.
Published on Apr 29, 2025 06:56 PM IST

India could be among the top 10 Swiss watch markets: Rado CEO Adrian Bosshard

Known for its deep expertise in ceramics, Rado has been at the forefront of material innovation for decades.
Updated on Mar 11, 2025 03:20 PM IST

45 notices issued to coaching centres for misleading ads, 19 fined 60 lakh

45 notices issued to coaching centres for misleading ads (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Dec 18, 2024 11:06 PM IST

NCH helps students, aspirants get 1 crore refund from coaching centres

Among those who got a refund was a Bengaluru student who received 3.5 lakh and a Gujarat student who was granted a refund of 8.36 lakh after NCH intervention. (Representative image)
Published on Sep 22, 2024 06:28 PM IST

Indian consumers poised to spend more and also extravagantly this festive season

The report highlights the necessity for brands to offer compelling deals and promotions to capture consumer demand. (Representational Image/Pixabay)
Published on Sep 10, 2024 02:45 AM IST

Govt replenishes onion stock, sells tomatoes at subsidised rate amid price rise

Tomato, onion and potato are three most consumed grocery items. (HT File Photo)
Updated on Jul 29, 2024 02:08 PM IST

Ludhiana court orders biscuit company to pay 5k for weight discrepancy

The complaint lodged by the customer on January 28, 2020, is regarding the purchase of a Britannia Good Day 12 pieces packet from a local vendor. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Updated on May 10, 2024 05:00 AM IST

Centre issues warning against ‘drip pricing’. What is it?

The department, managed by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, also shared a sample demonstrating how drip pricing applies to a customer.
Published on May 05, 2024 08:52 PM IST

Chandigarh: Charging 27 extra from passenger costs Uber 28,000

Uber India was directed to pay 8,000 to the complainant as compensation for causing mental agony and harassment. (HT)
Updated on Apr 14, 2024 08:42 AM IST

World Consumer Rights Day 2024: Date, history, significance

Every year, World Consumer Rights Day is observed on March 15.
Published on Mar 14, 2024 12:39 PM IST

National Consumer Rights Day 2023: Date, history and significance

National Consumer Rights Day 2023: Date, history and significance
Published on Dec 23, 2023 09:53 AM IST

Consumer court directs leading retail store to pay 7,000 compensation to customer

Consumer court directs leading retail store to pay 7,000 compensation to customer (Getty Images)
Updated on Jun 09, 2023 11:56 PM IST

March wholesale inflation at record 29-month low of 1.34%

Retail prices cooled to 5.66% in March, the lowest in 15 months. (REUTERS)
Updated on Apr 17, 2023 06:27 PM IST

HC: Dont display verdict allowing service charge on restaurant menus

The court’s clarification came while hearing pleas by the NRAI and the FIHR against the July 4, 2022 guidelines issued by the CCPA that barred restaurants from automatically adding service charges to food bills. (HT Photo)
Updated on Apr 12, 2023 11:47 PM IST