Unfair Trade Practices, Meaningless Consumerism

Sajjad BazazWorld Consumer Rights Day was observed globally on March 15 to raise awareness about consumer protection and consumer rights. Even as the Day is observed to ensure that consumers are not exposed to commercial exploitation or injustice, the consumer’s rights continue to be compromised easily. Consumers raising voices against exploitation of their basic rights…

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Reservation Rape: Disparities in J&K’s Category Certificate Issuance

If the reservation system is to uphold justice and equity, it must be restructured to serve all communities fairly, without regional discrimination. Peerzada MasaratThe recent data on category certificate issuance in Jammu and Kashmir has ignited a crucial debate on equity and access to opportunities. The statistics, covering the period from April 1, 2023, reveal…

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World Consumer Rights Day 2025: Empowering Consumers in Digital Age

Mushtaq Bala Every year on March 15, the global community observes World Consumer Rights Day, a day dedicated to promoting consumer rights and raising awareness about fair trade practices, product safety, and ethical business conduct. The occasion marks an opportunity to reflect on the challenges consumers face and the measures needed to ensure their protection….

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