The MTA Speaks| Prayer times| Weather Update| Gold Price
Follow Us: Facebook Instagram YouTube twitter

Kota Consumer Court Summons Salman Khan Over Rajshree Pan Masala Ad

Kota Consumer Court Summons Salman Khan Over Rajshree Pan Masala Ad

Post by : Meena Hassan

Bollywood actor Salman Khan has been served a notice by a consumer court in Kota, Rajasthan, after a complaint alleging misleading promotion of a pan masala product he endorses.

Khan is the brand ambassador for Rajshree, a company that produces elaichi and pan masala. The complaint, filed by senior lawyer and political leader Inder Mohan Singh Honey, alleges the ads described the product as “saffron-infused cardamom” and “saffron-infused pan masala,” which he says is unlikely given the product's low retail price of ₹5. He pointed out that saffron costs around ₹4 lakh per kilogram, casting doubt on the claims.

The petitioner argues such representations may encourage younger consumers to use pan masala, a product linked to a high incidence of mouth cancer. The complaint also stressed that celebrities, as public role models, should avoid endorsing items that could harm public health.

The Kota Consumer Court has issued notices calling for responses from Salman Khan and the Rajshree manufacturer. The case is listed for the next hearing on 27 November, pending formal replies.

Although Salman Khan is associated with Rajshree elaichi, he has not appeared in advertisements for the brand’s pan masala. The complainant maintains that the overall branding nonetheless has the potential to influence consumer behaviour, especially among youth.

Nov. 5, 2025 10:45 a.m. 1465
Entertainment

More Trending News

Featured Stories

Japan Hit by Typhoon Mekkhala and Tropical Storm Higos: Flooding and Landslides
June 27, 2026 3:15 p.m.
Typhoon Mekkhala and Tropical Storm Higos cause severe flooding and landslides in Japan, resulting in injuries and missing persons.
Read More
Qatar Calls for Dialogue to Strengthen Social Unity and Peace
June 27, 2026 3:10 p.m.
Qatar highlights dialogue as the key to social cohesion, peaceful coexistence, and tackling hate speech at an international conference in Cyprus
Read More
Sheikh Hamdan Receives Abu Dhabi Geography and Heritage Guide
June 27, 2026 1:19 p.m.
Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed receives a four-volume guide documenting 3,259 geographical and historical sites across Abu Dhabi after 13 years of research
Read More
Cyberattack on Malaysia's Health Ministry Website, Recovery Ongoing
June 27, 2026 12:28 p.m.
Malaysia's Health Ministry confirmed a cyberattack on its website and advised the public to avoid it while recovery efforts are in progress.
Read More
US Launches Strikes on Iran After Strait of Hormuz Drone Attack
June 27, 2026 12:22 p.m.
The US launched strikes on Iranian military targets after a drone attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions despite a ceasefire
Read More
Anwar Ibrahim to Unveil Malaysia's New LRT3 Shah Alam Line
June 27, 2026 12:13 p.m.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will inaugurate the LRT3 Shah Alam Line, enhancing connectivity for nearly two million residents across Klang Valley.
Read More
2026 FIFA World Cup Becomes Highest-Attended Tournament in History
June 27, 2026 11:42 a.m.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has become the highest-attended tournament ever, surpassing the 1994 record with more than 3.6 million spectators
Read More
Dubai Authorities Apologise After False Missile Alert Alarms Residents
June 27, 2026 11:27 a.m.
Dubai authorities apologised after a technical fault triggered a false missile alert. Residents were later told to ignore the warning
Read More
Venezuela Earthquakes Kill 920 as Search for Survivors Continues
June 27, 2026 10:47 a.m.
Venezuela's earthquake death toll has climbed to 920 as rescue teams search for survivors. Hundreds remain trapped while international aid reaches the disaster-
Read More
Sponsored
Trending News