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Consumer Awareness - Misleading advertisements

Fri, 15/09/2023 - 14:11
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Misleading ads which create an impression in the #consumer of a product being better than it actually is, by making incorrect comparisons, guarantees, using false data, claiming affiliation or sponsorship which is untrue are all punishable by law. If you find an ad to be misleading, ensure that you report this through any of the mechanisms mentioned below. #Advertisement #ConsumerAwareness #ConsumerRights

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Can I bank on the bank?

Mon, 31/07/2023 - 15:57

More than a decade ago, I was living in the nation’s capital. Navigating New Delhi’s traffic, dredging up my high school Hindi and coping with work and managing my own place was quite a juggling feat. In the middle of this, I got a call from my landlord gently chiding me for not paying the previous month’s rent. But I distinctly remembered writing the cheque and depositing it and so couldn’t fathom what had gone wrong. Anyhow, I promised him I would look into it and if needed pay double with the next cheque. My landlord, being a lovely person, was content with that promise. 

Food safety in the era of online shopping

Thu, 20/07/2023 - 15:48

The importance of food safety cannot be overstated, especially with  accessibility and convenience taking priority over health and nutrition in our modern lives. Questions around food safety become more crucial as e-com portals enter the space. Food shopping on e-com portals adds a layer of anonymity to the foods we purchase and consume.  Traditionally, food shopping would have taken several trips to the grocery store or fresh foods market, with much deliberating, sniffing, handling and haggling before the purchase was made.

Hypertension - Common causes you need to know

Fri, 03/02/2023 - 12:42
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#Hypertension or high blood pressure is on the rise; and our modern lifestyles is one of the reasons why. Which of these factors apply to you? Making even simple lifestyle modifications can go a long way towards good health. #Health4All

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Consumer Awareness - Citizen Financial Cyber Fraud Reporting and Management System

Wed, 18/01/2023 - 15:11
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#CyberCrime is on the rise. Keep this number (1930) to hand, in case you fall a victim to one of these #scams. This post explains the mechanism that is set in motion following your call. Stay safe; stay informed.

#CyberCrimeAwareness #CyberKural  #LoanApp #TamilNadu

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