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Why a Bottle Costs Rs. 100 in Restaurants – The Real Reason The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI)   and the Federation of Hotels and Restaurant Association of India (FHRAI)   in a legal battle over restaurant service charges in India   came up when the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) Guidelines 2022   were issued to prevent hotels and restaurants from automatically adding a service charge. These guidelines were meant to protect the consumer from what may be considered unfair trade practices . The ongoing legal proceedings, including a recent hearing at the Delhi High Court restaurant service charge case ,  highlighted a fundamental conflict between: A consumer’s right to transparent pricing ,  and A business’s right to set its own charges for the dining experience. The Court’s critical stance on what it calls “Double Charging” – once through inflated prices and again through service charge – underscores the complexity of t...

Delhi Restaurant Denies Entry for Indian Attire: Dress Code Controversy Explained Introduction: A couple in Delhi was denied entry to a restaurant because the woman wore a traditional Salwar-Kurta , sparking public outrage. This incident, near Pitampura Metro station, went viral and raised debates on culture, private rights, and constitutional freedoms. Public Outrage and Allegations of Colonial Mindset Many condemned the restaurant’s policy as an insult to Indian culture . Critics argued it reflected a colonial hangover , preferring Western attire over traditional Indian clothing. "Traditional attire should never be seen as outdated or inappropriate in India." People in Western clothes reportedly allowed entry. Incident sparked a national debate on cultural respect. Demand for Immediate Action Public outrage prompted the Delhi Chief Minister and other officials to act quickly. Restaurant issued a public apology Policy revised to...