Stringent action against endorsements of betting/gambling camouflaged as gaming: Govt
The government has issued a comprehensive advisory in response to increasing instances of advertisements promoting illegal activities such as betting and gambling.
The government has issued a comprehensive advisory in response to increasing instances of advertisements promoting illegal activities such as betting and gambling.
The Draft Guidelines are placed on the website of the Department of Consumer Affairs.
Significantly, the SSSJC is now demanding that the pay scale for monthly rated staffs and sub-staff through bipartite agreement.
The Delhi High Court has given a final chance to the Federation of Hotels and Restaurant Associations of India and the National Restaurant Association of India to file their affidavits, as per the order issued on April 12 regarding levy of service charge by their members.
The CCPA has also written to the Director General, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to take immediate cognizance of the matter and take necessary action.
Notices and financial penalties amounting to Rs 10 lakh are among the multifold actions taken by the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) against the erring companies under the various sections of the Consumer Protection Act, the government said on Friday.
"Despite the at least 20 percent production loss due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the CCPA, keeping in mind the workers' plight during the lockdown, has agreed to make such bonus payment," an official said.
In a letter to Chief Secretary Rajiva Sinha, the Chairman of the CCPA, Vivek Goyenka, has urged the government to allow operations in tea estates, subject to adopting all safety and hygiene norms.
The Winter Session of Parliament usually starts in November. However, it would be the second year in a row when it would begin in December.
The Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs (CCPA) on Tuesday recommended starting the budget session of Parliament from January 31, official…
