Consumer protection rules: E-tailers may need user nod to share data
The Centre is likely to ask e-commerce companies to seek the consumer’s consent before sharing her or his personal data, a move aimed at protecting the person’s privacy as well as preventing information misuse or unauthorised sharing.
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs is working on a detailed set of guidelines regarding seeking consent on data sharing, and they will come as part of the much-awaited Consumer Protection (E-commerce) Rules. Read more
Dixon to Lava, Indian firms in JV talks with Chinese electronics players
Home-grown companies, including