Category: How it Works

NCLAT postpones CCI case against WhatsApp, Meta over privacy policy

The state commission, presided over by President Sushil Kumar and Member Sudha Upadhyay, stated that "WhatsApp is a service provider company" and its provision of services within India means it "cannot be said that this company is a foreign company and the consumer complaint against it is not maintainable." The ruling directly contradicts the district commission's view that WhatsApp users are not consumers of the platform.

NCLAT has postponed hearing CCI’s case against WhatsApp and Meta (of 2021) on the back of upcoming Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules. The tribunal is set to determine whether CCI’s jurisdiction overlaps with new data protection rules.

Women’s contractual pay sees 3.71% CAGR growth: Rs 17,433 to Rs 20,164, says report

The regional distribution of women in the contractual workforce shows that Maharashtra (28.7%) leads significantly, followed by Tamil Nadu (14.2%) and Karnataka (14.1%). Other key states include Telangana (7.8%), Gujarat (7.2%), and Uttar Pradesh (6.6%). This suggests that metropolitan and industrial hubs remain dominant in providing contractual employment for women, pointing to the need for expanding opportunities in tier-2 and tier-3 cities to encourage broader workforce participation. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

The majority of women in the contractual workforce (62.2%) fall within the 18-27 age group, indicating that younger professionals dominate this segment

Understanding the “digital arrest” scam: What is it and how can you protect yourself?

The aim is to instil fear and panic in the victim, compelling them to transfer large sums of money to avoid a fabricated "digital arrest." (Image: Unsplash)

Under “digital arrest,” scammers use fake video calls, fabricated accusations, and high-stakes threats to steal millions. Here’s everything you should know on how to protect yourself from this latest cyber scam that’s creating shockwaves throughout the country.

EXPLAINED: What scrapping the 6% Equalisation Levy could mean for Big Tech, India, and Domestic Media

The EU aims to strike a fully balanced agreement with Washington during Trump’s 90-day pause on further tariff hikes.(Image sourced from Moneycontrol)

If the proposal is approved, foreign digital giants like Google and Meta who together account for nearly 65% of India’s Rs 50,000 crore digital advertising market stand to benefit indirectly, as advertisers would face lower overall costs when placing ads on their platforms.

TRAI responds to DoT on spectrum sharing recommendations

One of TRAI's primary objectives is to create a fair and equitable environment for all stakeholders in the telecom sector, and audits help ensure that all players are operating under the same rules and regulations.

Considering the request of stakeholders to permit inter-band spectrum sharing and leasing of spectrum in the country, TRAI decided to take up the issues and sent its recommendations to DoT on April 24, 2024.

Schengen, USA and UAE lead as visa applications rise 68% YoY: Atlys

Amidst the excitement of travel planning, many Indians are actively seeking out deals, on accommodation (46%), airfare (39%) and excursions (40%). People's eagerness to secure the best prices online may make them more susceptible to travel scams. (Image source: Unsplash)

Gen Z travellers continue to drive much of this momentum with their preference for experience-led trips, shorter stays, and spontaneity with Indonesia, Egypt, and Japan topping the list of preferred destinations for immersive and purposeful journeys.

Tourists are turning away from the US. Here’s why

The latest forecast from Tourism Economics predicts that foreign traveler arrivals will decline by 5.1 percent in 2025, marking a sharp contrast to the earlier projection of an 8.8 percent increase. (Image: Unsplash)

Foreign visitor arrivals to the US are expected to decline in 2025, as President Trump’s controversial policies, rising tariffs, and a stronger dollar drive a wedge between the country and international travellers.

Customer service crisis: 90% of Indians spend over 4 hours resolving issues in Telecom, e-comm, finance sectors

Indians are becoming less patient and increasingly frustrated with losing time on slow customer services by companies. (Photo: Unsplash)

Indian customers are quick to take action when faced with slow or poor service, with 89% willing to switch to a competitor and 84% leaving negative reviews online or on social media