The Central Consumer Protection Authority directed hotels and restaurants not to impose LPG or fuel surcharges by default, calling it unfair trade. The regulator clarified such input costs must be included in menu prices, not charged separately to customers.
The Delhi Government informed the High Court that officials of the State and District Consumer Commissions will remain in their positions until new appointments are made, following a Public Interest Litigation by Sardar RP Singh. The Bench emphasized the need for operational commissions and adherence to Supreme Court guidelines to prevent vacancies.
A Bhopal restaurant was fined Rs 8,000 by the Consumer Forum for illegally charging Rs 1 GST on a water bottle priced at Rs 20. The forum ruled this as an unfair trade practice after a four-year legal dispute initiated by a customer who objected to the overcharge. Consumers are protected against such practices.