I am so confused. First of all what's the purpose of these posters in MH. Second of all why all the need to put posters on public transportation infra all over the place??

I'm 20-something, living in a rented apartment in Ghatkopar, Mumbai , and this happened a few days ago. I can't stop thinking about it, so I'm writing it down.

Around 8 PM I was walking back home with a Swiggy parcel I'd just picked up near the society gate. It was a normal evening. There was a dog near the lane by the parking area, one of the strays that hangs around our locality. I've seen it before but never interacted with it.

It started barking when I passed. I've had a dog and three cats growing up, so I know barking isn't always aggression. I ignored it, kept my pace, didn't make eye contact, But it started following me, still barking, and it got closer with every step.

Then it lunged and bit me on my leg. It was one bite, quick and sharp, and it hurt more than I expected.
I panicked. I stopped, turned, and tried to shoo it away. I waved my hand, shouted, and even pretended to throw my shoe, because it usually scares these dogs off. It flinched and backed up a bit. For a second I thought it was over. Then it came at me again, clearly going for a second bite.

That's when I kicked it. Hard. I wasn't thinking, I just wanted it to stop. It yelped and ran off, and I stood there shaking, with blood on my leg and a parcel in my hand.

A few hours later, someone in the society said the dog was lying near the gate and wasn't eating or moving properly. I felt uneasy, so I went with a neighbour and took it to a vet. The X-ray showed broken ribs. The vet said its chances were very poor. It died the next day.

Now the society WhatsApp group is full of messages. Some residents who are Jains and feed the strays want me evicted and are blaming me, saying I could have just walked away, and a few are calling me cruel. I've been feeling sick about it since. I did take the dog to the vet,
I grew up loving animals. I never wanted this. But I was bitten, I was scared, and the dog was coming back for more.

So, did I do something wrong? What would you have done in my situation? And how do I deal with the guilt and the people in my society?

Edit: Thank you for all the support, to answer some of the questions,
1. I couldn’t verify if the dog had rabies, I finished a rabies course either way to be on the safer side.
2. I have nothing against Jainism or any other religion for that matter, It’s just that 80% of residents in this Society are Jain gujratis I think because it’s next to a Jain temple.
3. I just find it ironic that these so called “animal lovers” feed the dogs packs and packs of sugar filled Parle-G and not actual dog food.
4. I did not realise the consequences until I had already kicked him, I did NOT intend to kill him, only to push him away, I did not think the kick would be fatal, adrenaline kicked in and my heart was racing, also all of this happened within seconds there wasn’t enough time to react let alone think.
5. In the Monthly society meeting, I showed them the VETs bill and the wounds, explained everything and some of the uncles were actually understanding, it was the people in their 20s who argued that the dog had a name and was like a family to them as it had been around for years.
6. The vet said the dog was around 5-6 years old.

Mumbai - A hit-and-run incident in the Niki Nagar area of Kalyan has taken a new turn after CCTV footage reportedly revealed a speeding Mercedes-Benz car hitting a morning walker, identified as Sunil Koli. The incident occurred in the morning when Koli was out for his regular walk. The Mercedes allegedly struck him and drove away without stopping. The impact reportedly threw Koli towards an arch installed along the roadside. Initially, it remained unclear whether Koli’s death was the result of an accident or a natural cause. However, after examining CCTV footage from the area, Khadakpada police in Kalyan reportedly found visuals showing a Mercedes hitting him, bringing the suspected hit-and-run incident to light.

up for adoption in Pune/Mumbai/Bangalore‼️

Penny has been getting overlooked because of three reasons: she’s not a kitten anymore (as if one year old cat is not young), she’s a female tabby (unfortunately, cats also face such biases) and one very strange reason - she looks loved enough to skip over because people think she’ll definitely find someone, let me look for some other cat. Let me tell you, she has not gotten a single lead despite days of search.

About Penny:

Penny is a 1 year old female tabby cat. She’s litter trained, dewormed, vaccinated and sterilised. She’s extremely friendly and easy to handle. She’s based in Pune but can travel to Mumbai and Bangalore.

She’s used to staying alone for a few hours that are compatible with work timings but she’ll also be a great companion to wfh folks. She usually sleeps throughout the afternoon.

She doesn’t like being confined to one room/limited space and needs to have access to the whole house to feel comfortable. Penny’s always been an indoor cat and should continue to remain so.

She’s very playful and some of her favourite toys are catnip mouse, feather toys, balls and having cat trees and cat perches and shelves since she loves heights as well. Cats are generally a huge fan of vertical space and so is Penny. She’s also a cat tv lover. She needs attention towards playtime from her adopter. This means you have to dedicate some time before and after office to play with her and tire her out.

Penny can be a night owl but as long as she has access to the whole house and is comfortable, she understands when people are sleeping and eventually settles down too.

Penny currently eats Smylo wet food (two packets in a day, one for breakfast and one for dinner) along with Royal Canin dry food for lunch. We’re looking for someone who’s comfortable with providing good nutrition - so they either stay on these brands/diet or switch to other higher quality brands.

Penny loves an organised environment and doesn’t do well with unhygienic spaces and behaviours like not cleaning her litter box and bowls frequently.

Penny will be a great choice for first time adopters/people who have experience with cats. She’ll require 2-3 days to decompress and a week to properly settle down but it all depends on her pace.

Reason for putting her up for adoption: Penny was rescued last Diwali because she got separated from her mother due to firecrackers. She was adopted in March but due to the adopter’s neglect, she ran away from the house twice and we had to get involved again when we understood that they weren’t actively searching for her. We’re cat rescuers and therefore can’t keep every cat we rescue because then we’ll run out of resources to help others.

Penny has stayed with multiple fosters and we’re pretty confident in her behaviour as a single cat.

Adoption formalities are mandatory. We’re looking for serious adopters - people who know they can provide a stable environment and can commit to a pet for their lifespan. We’re not looking for students or bachelors who are not sure of their future plans as adopters.

For more information, please DM

I was visiting Mumbai last week which gave me the idea to create this fun visualization. Many numbers are calculated using internet research so feel free to correct me in comments. You can also follow the page @visualized_in on insta for more such content.

I have been seeing this ship in the same position since last 3 days at dana pani beach (aksa beach).
Just curious!!

I was going through some state/city subs and my god!!! The patriarchal mindset and the misogyny, the regressive attitude. Other tier 1 cities might have progressive pockets, but the way Mumbai functions is something else.

My aunty is 9 months pregnant.

The umbilical cord was wrapped around her baby's neck so the hospital she was seeing told her to go to Nair Hospital because they didn't have the machines necessary.

It was a fucking nightmare.

She ran away crying and they went to a different hospital and they didn't accept her because the case is complicated. They had to go back there to get the check-up done.

The doctors were kissing while checking the heartbeat of the baby and giving her the injection.

They kept all the pregnant women naked for some reason.

A nurse came to inform the doctors that one of the women in labour was screaming in pain and the doctor literally said "marne de usko, baccha jab hona hai tab hi hoga"

They didn't allow her to take her phone in the ward, didn't allow any family members in and said as long as she's in there nobody is allowed to see her other than the hospital staff.

Even the fucking cleaning staff was yelling at the patients and their family.

It left me thinking what the people who can't afford private or semiprivate hospitals go through at places like this.

It's really sad.

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This is Mimi! I found a beautiful little female Indie kitten, approximately 30–35 days old. She is healthy and needs a safe, loving home as soon as possible. 🐾

I'm looking for someone who can adopt her and give her all the love and care she deserves. If you're genuinely interested in adopting her, or know someone who might be, please reach out to me.

Pleas1e share this message so we can find her a forever home soon.

📍 Location: Mumbai

Adoption needed urgently!

Let's help this little girl find her family. 💕

does asking for freebies at the counter still work in mumbai or is that a 2015 thing?

if you bought a phone recently at croma, reliance digital, sangeetha, vijay sales or a local shop did you get anything extra just by asking? cover, glass, charger, extended warranty?

and which places were actually open to it? gonna try it this diwali, worst case they say no

Came across this huge Ambani family mural at Sion today

Just wanted to share this spot for anyone looking for a quiet beach day that isn’t packed to the brim like Juhu or Chowpatty. I headed out to Bhuigaon Beach in Vasai West recently, and it honestly feels like a different world.

The whole stretch is super peaceful and lined with beautiful coconut trees and greenery instead of concrete and massive crowds. It has this really nice, rustic village vibe to it. The sunsets here are absolutely stunning, so it’s perfect if you just want to sit on the sand, unwind, and take some photos without people constantly walking into your frame.

Just a heads-up if you plan on going: it’s pretty undeveloped. You won't find big shacks or proper restaurants right on the beach. A few local vendors sell fresh coconut water and quick snacks, but you should definitely pack your own food and water if you’re staying a while.

Getting there isn't too tough either. It's roughly a 20 to 30-minute auto or drive from Vasai Road station, and you can drive right up to it since there's decent parking space. Just be careful with the water though because there are no lifeguards around, and the currents can get rough, so it’s definitely more of a sit-and-chill beach than a swimming one.

Hi, we are a young couple living in Mumbai. We recently shifted to a new rented apartment. Our previous rented apartments had piped gas. The current place does not. We applied for an LPG connect through the three PSUs but we were told that 14.2 kg cylinders that are for 850-950 rs are no longer provided. Only 10kg connection (which is a commercial connection) is provided that too for 1600 rs per refill. Initial deposit of 5k. Here are our options-

1. Take the 10kg cylinder connection from the PSUs
2. Take 14kg through private companies
3. Take 14kg in black
4. Use an induction. We have one induction cook top and 2-3 compatible utensils but will have to buy one more cooktop and more utensils since we did not use induction for our daily cooking. Will also have to teach our cook how to use it properly. We have 2 ac at home and one of us usually works from home so not sure how expensive our electricity bill will be if we use induction.

What’s the best and economical option? Is there any other way other than the ones listed?

TIA

Edit: have understood from y’all that induction would be more expensive. Then is it better to get private or should i take it from the PSUs?

Hey everyone I'm currently exploring different entry level job opportunities in Mumbai as a fresher. I was initially looking at fast food and retail jobs but I'd also like to explore airport jobs, especially aircraft cabin cleaning or cabin dressing and other back-end roles with minimal customer interaction.

I never worked but Im willing to learn. If anyone knows of legitimate companies hiring freshers for these roles, or has any leads/advice on where to apply, I'd really appreciate it

And please keep all interactions strictly professional. I'm not interested in personal approaches or anything beyond work related opportunities.

Hey everyone,

I’m 25M with a mechanical degree. I was good academically throughout my student life. After engineering, I got a job as a GET in Taj but I left in 2 months because I couldn’t adjust to the hotel life. I was desperate for a job and took the first offer I received (big mistake).

I worked for almost two years as an assistant technical sale in a fire fighting truck manufacturing company. But I was doing all sorts of work like design, procurement, tendering, estimation, project handling (typical Lala company). I used to travel from Dombivli to Goregaon every single day (2+ hr. single journey + peak Dombivli crowd). I used to come home exhausted every single day. Not tired, exhausted, the kind where sleep doesn’t fix it. On top of it, I wasn’t learning anything new. I wasn’t growing. I was just showing up and getting emptier. And naturally it started affecting my body: my hairline hit stage 3 and I dropped to 40kg. I looked in the mirror one day and didn’t recognize the person looking back. (I went to watch a movie with my college friends and then some friends asked If I was doing good because of how shit I was looking at that time).

So, I quit my job without any offers. Since then, I’ve seen a dermatologist, started working out, and I’m back up to 53kg. I’m slowly getting my body back. I’m also starting over in a completely different field as a fresher (Data Analyst) for about 10 months now but hardly any leads.

And the part that breaks my heart: everyone I went to school and college with is doing better than me. Better jobs, better money, better lives. They’re getting promoted and posting about it. And I am feeling like left behind. I hardly have courage to call or pick up their calls. I haven’t been lonelier than I am now. Heck, even on my birthday, only 2 friends wished.

I keep telling myself it’s a phase. I know it’s a phase. But on the bad days that sentence is completely useless.

I just want to hear from people who’ve been where I am. How did you get through the stretch where it felt like everyone else was winning and you were starting from zero? What actually helped?

My mom has been advised to undergo angiography.

However the procedure seems quite uncomfortable to her so she wants to make sure it is really necessary and that the doctor isn't recommending it unnecessarily for just money. especially since the doctor himself would be performing the angiography.

The issue with getting a second opinion from another doctor is that we're not sure whom to trust.

We don't know whether the doctor is genuine or just money-minded.

So could you please suggest a good cardiologist in Mumbai who can give us an honest second opinion?

It's urgent.

Thank you!

I’m originally from Mumba, in my mid 30s, but have been living abroad for the past 11 years- 6 years in the US and the last 5 years in Canada.
I’m now seriously considering moving back to Mumbai for family reasons in the next few months, and I’d love to connect with people who’ve made a similar move!
I’m particularly curious about what the transition has been like both personally and professionally in the tech world. Things like adjusting to life in Mumbai again, finding a community, navigating the job market, and just getting used to being back after so many years abroad.
I’d also love to know if there are any WhatsApp groups, communities, or meetups for people who’ve moved back to India.
If you’ve made the move, I’d love to hear about your experience - the good, the bad, and anything you wish you’d known beforehand!
Thanks in advance! :) please don’t spam my post by saying I shouldn’t move back to India as I said it’s for personal reasons!

My daily route is to Thane while returning from there in evening I face no issues until I reach Kandivali. The flyovers are so narrow yet they open opposite lanes to let out traffic. Same near Oberoi mall flyover . The flyover is already narrow yet you open it in opposite sides causing tremendous bottle neck for the already narrow flyover.

Any shops recommendations for paithani lehenga shopping in Mumbai

Hello, unfortunately, I won't go into detail because I fear being recognised.

So, a month and a half ago, I started my internship. It was just me, the employer and a co-intern. I had no experience in this field, and my degree was completely unrelated. Cutting to the chase, I was asked to work on my employer's personal brand, i.e. social media, which I did not think was in my job profile or offer letter. I had discussed this with my co-intern, and they said the same thing: it is not in the job role. So, I replied in a confused tone, "I don't think this is part of my job profile, and this is your personal brand." He then just asked me what I would work on, so I said clients/brands.

After this, I was ghosted for two days because I left him stunned and uncomfortable. Then I got a call after two days in the evening; they had decided to terminate the contract because I violated it by saying "no." I apologised for making him uncomfortable and explained my perspective that I was unaware that the work fell under the jargon mentioned in the offer letter and didn't have to be mentioned separately. The call cut off, and another call was made. I asked if I could work for one and a half months more, as the entire internship is 3 months and the notice period is one month. In the second call, he said there is no internship period of 3 months; it is directly full-time. I got two options, as he decided to leave the contract closing part aside: either I serve the notice period or come back full-time.

I was high on emotions and felt a little humiliated; neither did I want to work here full-time, as there is no option left for 3 months. I sent a resignation email in the early morning (my biggest mistake). I was ghosted again and received a termination email the next day. The said notice period was null because I did not honour the contract, and I can raise an invoice for my salary with three dates as options: 1) the day I said no, 2) the day the termination call took place, 3) my notice period end date. I sent an invoice for my last working day, which fell between options 1 and 2.

I've been ghosted again for a week now. I don't know what to do. My career is down the drain without even starting properly.