Consumer Safety
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Uber Liable for Passenger Death, Ordered to Pay ₹332 Crore to Parents
A US court has found ride-hailing giant Uber liable for the death of a passenger who was fatally struck on a highway. The court awarded the deceased passenger's parents a significant sum of US$40 million (approximately ₹332 crore) in damages. This ruling underscores the increasing scrutiny on the responsibilities of technology platforms for user safety.
Govt to Ban Drugmakers for Mislabeling and Fraudulent Approvals Under New Rules
The Union Health Ministry has amended the Drugs Rules, 1945, to strictly bar pharmaceutical companies from selling products approved through false information. The new regulations empower authorities to debar manufacturers and distributors to ensure medicine safety for Indian consumers.
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