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Dangleads ramps up growth with new VP of sales and strategy
MUMBAI: Dangleads Technologies has bolstered its leadership team with the appointment of Gaurav Bhattacharya as vice president of sales and strategy, signalling a push to strengthen global reach and client engagement in the fast-moving digital advertising market.
Bhattacharya brings 16 years of experience in media sales, marketing, planning, buying and programmatic advertising. His last role was heading Dentsu India’s programmatic business for the west region, partnering with clients including Tata AIA, ICICI Bank, Ferrero Rocher and Croma. He has also held leadership positions in adtech firms such as Zapr and Rooter.
At Dangleads, he will spearhead initiatives across programmatic advertising (Audience connect), CTV advertising (Spectra) and DCO and rich media solutions (Infynix), aiming to boost revenue, scale operations and enhance client value.
“I am excited to join DangleAds at this pivotal stage,” said Bhattacharya. “With its strong foundation and cutting-edge platforms, the company is uniquely positioned to make a meaningful impact for brands and partners.”
Founder and CEO Pulkit Narayan added, “Gaurav’s experience will help us expand globally, strengthen partnerships and accelerate growth. His leadership will be crucial in shaping the next phase of our journey.”
Founded in 2017, Dangleads Technologies provides end-to-end digital solutions across multiple platforms, operating in India, Singapore, UAE, Germany and the Netherlands. Its full-funnel strategies combine precision targeting, automated media buying and adaptive creative solutions to deliver measurable ROI for clients.
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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.
