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Niva Bupa cracks the ‘Girl Logic’ code to empower women with health cover
MUMBAI: Health insurance isn’t just a policy, it’s power. And this Women’s Day, Niva Bupa Health Insurance is giving women the nudge they need with its latest campaign, health insurance ka Girl Logic. While women are breaking barriers across education, careers, and lifestyle, many still shy away from financial decision-making especially when it comes to health insurance. Niva Bupa is on a mission to change that, one smart choice at a time.
At the heart of this campaign is entrepreneur, philanthropist, and wellness advocate Shalini Passi, who redefines ‘Girl Logic’ as the ultimate life hack for financial and health security. In her signature style, she highlights how choosing health insurance should be as instinctive as any other self-care decision because true independence starts with being prepared for the unexpected.
Niva Bupa EVP & CMO Nimish Agrawal explained, “Women are often the primary caregivers, yet their own health and financial security take a backseat. ‘Health Insurance ka Girl Logic’ is a reminder that protecting yourself is not just about health, it’s about empowerment. Partnering with Shalini Passi brings this message to life, inspiring women to take charge of their future with confidence.”
The campaign takes a light-hearted yet impactful approach to encourage women to prioritise their own health, instead of leaving financial decisions to the men in their lives. With engaging digital storytelling, Niva Bupa simplifies health insurance, making it relatable, accessible, and essential.
This Women’s Day, Niva Bupa invites women to embrace their ‘Girl Logic’ because when it comes to health and finances, being in control is the smartest decision of all.
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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.
