2018
Mar.18: NEWS FLASH
Soon, airbags must in new vehicles As of July 1, 2019, all cars that are manufactured in India must come equipped with advanced safety features such as airbags and alert systems for speeding beyond 80 kmph. In addition, they will have to have ..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in March
Mar.18: IN A CAPSULE
Wearing socks in bed is good Keeping your feet warm at night has been proven to improve sleep. A study published in the journal Nature: International Weekly Journal of Science says wearing socks helps you fall asleep 15 minutes sooner than usu..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in March
Mar.18: CERS MEDIATES
Builder promises to return the booking amount, but doesn’t Chhaya Gohil booked a flat in Swaminarayan Park developed by Dharmadev Infrastructure Ltd. She paid Rs. 5.01 lakh as booking amount against the total payment of Rs. 16 lakh. Sub..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in March
Mar.18: PUBLIC INTEREST
Don’t be conned while shopping online Despite the popularity of e-commerce, there are several dangers a consumer faces From clothes, furniture and electronic goods to groceries, medicines and even jewellery – you can get almost a..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in March
Mar.18: COVER STORY
CERC restrains film stars from featuring in misleading advts Advertisers fail to submit evidence that film stars agree with claims made in advts Javed Akhtar convinces you that Dr. Ortho ayurvedic oil and capsules is an “unmatchedâ€..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in March
Feb.18: TALL TALK
Rasna – Just bragging A leaflet for the beverage brand Rasna made tall claims. It said Rasna was ‘Made in Gujarat, loved by the world’, ‘India’s most trusted family owned brand’ and ‘World’s..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in February
Feb.18: CONSUMER TIPS
10 tips on how to strike a good bargain Bargaining is an art that requires two basic skills – the ability and patience to do some research (or shop around) and communication skills. Here are some tips to help you master the art of bargai..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in February
Feb. 18: AROUND THE WORLD
DENMARK Your poop may predict whether you will lose weight Why does a person not lose weight in spite of trying very hard? Danish researchers may have the answer to this agonizing question. Apparently, the type of bacteria in your gut may affe..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in February
Feb.18: ENVIRONMENT SNIPPETSÂ
Indians could live 4 years more with cleaner air Indians could live four years longer on an average if the country complies with the World Health Organization’s (WHO) air quality standards. This was revealed by a new study on impact ..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in February
Feb.18: NEWS FLASH
Cigarette shops can’t sell candies and cola Shops selling tobacco products can no longer sell items such as toffees, candies, chips, biscuits and soft drinks that may attract non-users, particularly children and young adults. The Union ..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in February
Feb.18: IN A CAPSULE
Sindoor samples contain unsafe levels of lead Vermilion or sindoor may contain unsafe levels of lead which is associated with lower IQ and growth delays in children. Researchers from Rutgers University, USA reported that 43% of samples collect..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in February
Feb.18: PUBLIC INTEREST
What banks look at before approving a home loan While credit history is an important factor, age and income are vital too You feel settled in your professional and personal life. Now, all that you need is your own dream home. For this y..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in February
Feb.18: SETTLED IN COURT
Court orders United Insurance to pay surgeon’s fees Deepa Sonpal had a mediclaim policy from United Insurance Company Ltd. for a sum insured of Rs. 2.75 lakh. In 2012, she underwent a hysterectomy at Shrey Hospital. The surgeon, Dr...
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in February
Feb.18: CERS MEDIATES
Airtel removes mobile tower installed without consent Abdul Nasir Baig was shocked to find a mobile tower installed on the roof of his flat without his consent. He lived on the top floor of a multi-storeyed building. Bharti Airtel India Ltd. i..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in February
Feb.18: COVER STORY
Toxic pesticides and heavy metals in organic moong dal Pesticide residues found in 3 of 7 brands tested, heavy metals in all brands We believe organic food products are safe and good for health. That’s why we are willing to pay that ext..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in February
Dec.17: COVER STORY
20 unusual ways to shed weight Tired of dieting and exercise? Want to try something different? Here are some tips that will help you lose weight. A few may sound bizarre, but they may work! 1. Keep a food diary: Studies have found that people ..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in 2017,December,January,monthly