The Public Newsense (Quarter 1, 2026)
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.
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Responsible use of Artificial Intelligence in consumer products and services
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.
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Current News: Volume XI, Issue 2, February 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 Update (Jan 2026 - Feb 2026)
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.
Focus Group Discussion on asccessibility of public transport and digital applications for persons with disabilities
Date: 28th March 2026
Location: Vidya Sagar, Kotturpuram
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Think Before You Bite - Understanding Modern Nutrition
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.
Ideathon on innovative solutions for Safer Roads in Tamil Nadu
Venue: The Quest, Besant Nagar
Date: 24th January, 2026
Jury:
Jenny Mariadhas - Poovulagin Nanbargal
S. Saroja - CAG
Nina Subramani - CAG
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உணவு பாதுகாப்பு விழிப்புணர்வு புத்தகம் – பாதுகாப்பாக சாப்பிடுங்கள்! ஆரோக்கியமாக வாழுங்கள்!
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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Chennai Book Fair | YMCA, Nandanam
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Current News: Volume XI, Issue 1, January 2026
Highlights
- Why Cooling Cities Is as Important as Cooling Homes: Understanding the Urban Heat Island Effect
- TN’s green schools cut power bills by nearly half, add cool roofs to beat classroom heat
- India’s Power Transmission Network Crosses 5 Lakh Circuit Km
- Solar to anchor U.S. load growth as data center demand surges
- Consumer Focus - Ombudsman Case
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