April Fool’s jokes last a day, but scams happen all year—often through something as simple as a phone call. Sharing personal or financial details with an unknown caller can put you at serious risk, even if it seems harmless in the moment.
Consumer Protection is one of CAG's core areas of work and as part of our efforts to educate and inform consumers on various consumer issues and related happenings, including our own activities, we publish "Consumer Update", a bi-monthly e-newsletter.
Increased maintenance is an unseen consequence of speeding!
Tyres and roads wear out faster at higher speeds leading to frequent tyre-changes and recurring road construction. Tyre and surface wear also releases more heavy metals and microplastics. These particles don’t just go away, but find their way into our food and water.
Food waste impacts the environment, economy, and society. Choosing mindful consumption is a powerful step toward #zero-waste living and a more sustainable future for people and the planet.
Every meal we save protects resources and reduces economic loss across farms, transport, and markets. Choose wisely, buy responsibly, and finish what’s on your plate. Small actions can create big change. #FoodWaste #SustainableLiving
Are your everyday snacks secretly packed with more fat, salt, and sugar than you think? Discover how HFSS foods impact a teen's (and your) health, and the simple swaps that can change everything. Full episode on Spotify and YouTube!
Venue: The Quest, Besant Nagar
Date: 24th January, 2026
Jury:
Jenny Mariadhas - Poovulagin Nanbargal
S. Saroja - CAG
Nina Subramani - CAG
Increased air pollution is an unseen consequence of speeding.
More carbon dioxide is emitted at higher speeds, contributing significantly to global warming. More nitrogen oxide is emitted at higher speeds leading to smog, acid rain and respiratory problems. Lower speeds can reduce particulate matter emitted by vehicles by 15%!
In a country where 44% Indian cities face chronic air pollution, small changes can make a huge difference.
Remember, slowing down also means breathing easy.
Chennai One is a new transport app that integrates multiple modes of transportation into a single platform, which is useful for regular public transport users. Besides planning your journey, the app allows you to purchase tickets and provides various discounts on them.
Are you curious about this app? Why not download it and share your experience in the comment section below?
Extreme weather events don’t just cause damage — they can disrupt water, sanitation, housing, and healthcare systems, creating high-risk conditions for disease spread, especially in overcrowded or displaced communities.
These conditions can increase diseases such as Cholera, Leptospirosis, and respiratory infections, highlighting the serious public health risks of climate-related disasters.