Pricing Transparency Dispute: Supreme Court Stays Action Against Hospitals Over Kerala HC Order

Today, On 16th December, Supreme Court stayed coercive action against private hospitals challenging Kerala High Court directions requiring display of medical services and treatment rates at hospital receptions. Court sought responses from Centre and Kerala government, fixing hearing on February 3, 2026.

‘Rs 5 Lakh Penalty on Airtel for Harassing Customer’: Delhi Consumer Court

The Delhi State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (SCDRC) upheld a Rs 5 lakh penalty imposed on Airtel for harassing a customer with phone calls and disconnecting his services over unpaid dues, despite the amount having been duly paid.