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India cracks down on e-commerce 'dark patterns' and hidden fees, resolving 3,900 GST complaints amid rising digital trade.
Union Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi announced strict action against e-commerce platforms using deceptive practices like hidden fees for Cash-on-Delivery, calling them "dark patterns" that harm fair trade.
The government is investigating complaints over charges such as "offer handling fee" and "payment handling fee," while also ensuring GST reductions are passed to consumers, especially for FMCG goods.
Over 3,900 GST-related complaints have been resolved via the National Consumer Helpline.
With GST collections reaching Rs 1.89 lakh crore in September—a 9.1% year-on-year increase—the government aims to boost domestic demand and ensure transparency in the growing digital marketplace.
India toma medidas enérgicas contra los "patrones oscuros" del comercio electrónico y las tarifas ocultas, resolviendo 3.900 quejas de GST en medio del aumento del comercio digital.