Crime & Law · India
Rapido fined ₹10 lakh for misleading ads and unfair practices
India's Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a fine of ₹10 lakh on the ride-hailing service Rapido. The CCPA found Rapido guilty of engaging in misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices. Specifically, the authority cited the use of 'dark patterns' in its pre-ride tipping system. The CCPA's examination of similar practices by Uber and Ola is ongoing.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (2): National Herald, The Hindu
- Centre (1): Deccan Herald
- Right (1): India Today