As 2026 gathers pace, this Feb–March edition of St(o)ppwatch highlights the momentum of clean energy transitions, stronger climate commitments, global renewable growth, and rising climate warnings shaping the path toward a more resilient and sustainable future.
Read about the latest on those policies and events that shape our city, our nation and the world around us. And read about CAG's latest work across our different areas of work.
Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG) in collaboration with Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) Chennai, organised the seminar “Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in Consumer Products and Services” to commemorate World Consumer Rights Day 2026. The seminar took place at the Anna Institute of Management, on the 25th of March, 2026.
Highlights:
When Kitchens Go Electric: Rethinking Electricity Governance in Tamil Nadu
New power connections and complaint redress to get faster in Tamil Nadu with GIS integration
India needs $14.23 trillion investment in power sector by 2070 to meet net-zero goal: Niti Aayog
How electricity providers are adapting to the global data centre build out
Consumer Focus - Ombudsman Case
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.
Date: 28th March 2026
Location: Vidya Sagar, Kotturpuram
In a world driven by convenience foods, hectic schedules, and inconsistent eating habits, understanding the basics of nutrition is more essential than ever. In this episode, Meenu Balaji, a Nutritionist, shares insights on teen nutrition, healthier family food habits, and simple steps for lasting change.
Venue: The Quest, Besant Nagar
Date: 24th January, 2026
Jury:
Jenny Mariadhas - Poovulagin Nanbargal
S. Saroja - CAG
Nina Subramani - CAG
இந்த புத்தகம் உணவு பாதுகாப்பு மற்றும் ஆரோக்கியமான உணவு முறையை பற்றிய எளிய மற்றும் பயனுள்ள வழிகாட்டியாகும். இது கிருமிகள், உணவு விஷம் ஏற்படும் காரணங்கள், பாதுகாப்பான உணவு சேமிப்பு மற்றும் சுகாதாரம் வரை அனைத்தையும் விளக்குகிறது. மேலும், சமநிலையான உணவு, உணவு லேபிள்கள், ஜங்க் உணவு மற்றும் உணவு வீணாவதை குறைப்பது போன்ற தலைப்புகள் மூலம் வாசகர்கள் புத்திசாலித்தனமான உணவு தேர்வுகளை செய்ய உதவுகிறது.
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