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MARS Petcare launches TEMPTATIONS™, the world’s most irresistible cat treat, in India
Mumbai: MARS Petcare, the world’s leading pet food company, is launching the internationally-recognised cat treat brand TEMPTATIONS™ in India. The product is recognised worldwide as a fun, playful treating experience for cats and their owners. TEMPTATIONS™ will be available in more than 180 cities from the 8th of December 2020.
TEMPTATIONS™ Treats are nutritionally balanced snacks that are crunchy on the outside and with delicious filling in the centre. These treats provide all the right nutrients for cats in the amounts needed. Each treat has about two calories and it is recommended that owners feed up to 15 treats per 4.5 kg of the cat's body weight, but it is best to consult a veterinarian regarding your cat’s weight management.
Ganesh Ramani, General Manager, MARS Petcare India, said: “Along with a balanced diet, cat treats strengthen the bond between cats and pet parents. So, we are very excited to launch TEMPTATIONS™ in India. These treats are healthy with the goodness of proteins, vitamins and minerals and have only 2 calories each, so you can indulge your cat without worry. They are also a great way to strengthen your bond with your cat, who’re curious by nature and will come running to you every time they hear the sound of the treat packet opening. We hope to make the world a better place for all cats and their owners, and we know that pet enjoyment and nutrition are key to the pet parent’s choice of food or treats.”
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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.
