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Millennials redefine Marriage in Vitamin Stree’s latest video
MUMBAI: For almost all of history, marriage has been the ultimate level-up for humans in the game of life – or at least that’s what society has conditioned us to believe. But, millennials aren’t so sure about that. With changing lifestyles, goals, and of course, priorities, the millennial generation seem to have a lot to check off their bucket lists, before they are ready to tie the knot. So, is marriage dead? Vitamin Stree scratch the surface on that, in their latest video.
Marriage is an age-old institution, with its share of sanskari customs, binding obligations, and a whole lot of “adulting” to do – all of which don’t appeal to the millennial generation, who would rather take their time to explore the world and their life choices, before tying the knot. Speaking of choices, we now have so many! With so many dating apps at our disposal, finding love has become a virtual pursuit, and people can pick and choose their romantic partners. Moreover, with the steady increase in women’s financial independence, security and freedom over the last few decades, now more than ever, they are defining their own goals and forging their own paths, without feeling societal pressure to marry. While discussing the validity of marriage in today’s age, it’s also important to acknowledge the fact that there is still an entire section of our society – the LGBTQI+ community – for whom marriage is not even a legal option, and in that regard we still have a long way to go.
So, is marriage dead? Not really. But the millennial generation is definitely changing the traditional rules of the game- choosing to do it their own way, in their own time.
Nandini Godara, Scriptwriter and Director: “Marriage as an institution, especially in India, has always been packaged as an obligation rather than a choice. So in this day and age when people are more vocal about wanting to make their own decisions, how does marriage hold up? Is the idea outdated? Or is our attitude towards it outdated? Arguably, it is both. And we wanted to explore it all with this video.”
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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.
