Vishal Mega Mart Fined Rs 25,000 for Charging Rs 18 Carry Bag: Consumer Court Sets Big Example

The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission in Lucknow ruled against Vishal Mega Mart for unfair trade practices after they charged a customer Rs. 18 for a carry bag without consent. The store must refund the amount, pay interest, and compensate the customer for harassment, highlighting the importance of customer approval in such charges.

Court Fines Tonique for Charging Customer for Branded Carry Bag: “Unprofessional & Unfair”

A Bengaluru court fined Tonique for charging a customer for a carry bag that had the store’s branding. The court called the act “unprofessional and unfair,” stating that customers should not be made to pay for unsolicited advertising. Tonique was also directed to pay Rs. 5,000 as compensation to the customer.