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Humans of Bombay becomes the storytelling partner of Chennaiyin FC
Mumbai: Chennaiyin FC has signed the popular storytelling platform, Humans of Bombay, as their official storytelling partner for the on-going 2022–23 season.
The partnership intends to bring the Chennaiyin fans closer, bolstering their bond with Marina Machans.
The two-time Hero Indian Super League champions and Humans of Bombay will collaborate for a year to bring out the fascinating stories of their champion players, coaches, and stakeholders while also shining a light on the ups and downs of their journey.
Established in 2014 by Karishma Mehta, Humans of Bombay showcases the unique, inspirational, and relatable stories of individuals from all walks of life. With a community of over 4.5 million people, the platform has lent voice to the voiceless with more than 6,000 stories so far.
Speaking about this partnership, Humans of Bombay founder Karishma Mehta said, “We strongly believe that sport gives birth to some of the greatest stories. And from our interactions with the team until now, we’ve found some fascinating stories of grit and determination. We’re grateful that we can extend our expertise to bring forth these inspiring and heartwarming stories from Chennaiyin FC to the fans and our community. Fans will be able to see their players, coaches, and stakeholders from a very personal lens, and we hope our storytelling strengthens their bond with the team. Stories have the power to inspire a generation, and we hope to do that; it’s time for India to participate on a much larger scale in the sporting world, and that effort to become truly global begins here.”
Chennaiyin FC have secured two victories and a draw from their five games so far in the on-going Hero ISL season. They will next take on Jamshedpur FC in a home fixture at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai on Saturday.
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Maharashtra panel orders Lodha to refund Rs 5 crore to homebuyers
Consumer court flags unfair practices in long-running property dispute case
MUMBAI: In a sharp rebuke to one of India’s biggest real estate players, the Maharashtra State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has directed Macrotech Developers to refund nearly Rs 5 crore to a senior citizen couple, Uttam and Anindita Chatterjee. The ruling, delivered on March 13, 2026, calls out the developer for “deficiency in service” and “unfair trade practices”, bringing closure to a dispute that has stretched over a decade.
The case traces back to 2015, when the couple booked a 3-BHK flat at World Towers in Lower Parel for Rs 12.22 crore, with possession promised within a year. What followed was a series of changes that complicated matters. After deciding to exit the project, they were persuaded to shift to a 4-BHK in another development priced at Rs 8 crore, with delivery scheduled for 2018. However, within months, the price was allegedly increased to Rs 10 crore. After demonetisation reshaped the market, similar flats were reportedly being offered at lower prices, but the couple were not given the benefit.
Despite paying over Rs 2.83 crore, the couple neither received possession nor clarity. Instead, in 2018, the developer unilaterally cancelled the booking, retained part of the amount as earnest money, and argued that the buyers were investors rather than consumers. The commission rejected this claim, observing that casual references to “investment” do not take away consumer rights when the purchase intent is residential.
The bench also held that the developer could not penalise buyers for payment delays while failing to meet its own delivery commitments. It noted the lack of formal documentation for revised terms and termed the prolonged retention of funds without delivering a home as exploitative.
As part of its order, the commission directed the developer to refund Rs 2.83 crore paid by the couple, along with interest at 10 per cent per annum, amounting to around Rs 2.12 crore. In addition, Rs 1 lakh has been awarded for mental agony and Rs 50,000 towards litigation costs, taking the total payout to over Rs 5 crore. The developer has been asked to comply within two months.
For now, the ruling serves as a reminder that in real estate, shifting terms and delayed promises can carry a significant cost.
