Planning to Move Back to India – Advice Needed on Buying an Apartment in Mumbai Hi everyone, I’m currently living in the US but planning to move back to India next year. I’ve started looking into buying an apartment in Mumbai, and I’m hoping to get some advice from those familiar with the city’s real estate market. Here’s a bit of context: • I’d prefer to settle in a neighborhood where the majority of the population speaks Marathi, as it’s something I personally value. • My budget is around ₹8 crore. • I’m torn between buying an old apartment (likely in a well-established locality)... 3 20 replies
Is it a good idea to move out of my own chawl house, to a rented flat, to raise my standard of living? I am 33F, from Kandivali, Mumbai. I live with my mother, my dad passed away during COVID. I am the sole earning member. I own a 1RK + 1 house in a chawl in Singh Estate, in Kandivali East. If anyone is aware, this area is governed by the Thakur/ Singh empire. For the last 30 years that I have lived here, there has been no development, in fact the conditions have only worsened. The roads are never repaired. Cabs, sometimes even autos refuse to drop you inside. So... 1 20 replies
Throwback to the Air-India Boeing 707 model in Juhu Garden, c. 1960s Throwback to the Air-India Boeing 707 model in Juhu Garden, c. 1960s 3 20 replies
HELP - Birth Certificate Hi everyone! I need some help. I was born in Mumbai in 1992 so my birth certificate is handwritten (from the BMC H Ward). I have always lived abroad so unfortunately I’ve never visited a BMC office. I need to get my original birth certificate digitalized and entered into their online database, so that I can obtain a digital copy of my birth certificate - given that I need to do some paperwork and the authority won’t accept my handwritten birth certificate. I can travel to India soon with... 5 0 replies
Lost wallet at Mumbai airport I lost my wallet at Mumbai international airport. It had all my identity card and IIT G id card some cash. I think I lost it at security check. What can I do now? Any help is appreciated 3 0 replies
Selling my Wacom Intuos drawing tablet Hey folks, i bought this when i was in college and since i have an ipad now, i dont really need a drawing tablet. That said, the tablet is in great condition, fully working and can easily be used for 4-5 years. If anyone’s interested, please DM me or leave a comment and ill contact you. 3 0 replies
The love people have for Mumbai locals is incredible! This morning at Thane station during peak hours, I saw a working woman standing very close to the platform edge. As the train arrived, she literally touched the motorman’s cabin of the moving train and took blessings, almost like we do in the temple. 😬😬😬😶 5 0 replies
Best place to sell Handmade earrings Hello guys is there anyone who knows any place or market in Mumbai where a beaded earrings can we sell. It's just handmade beautiful detailed earrings we are making. 3 0 replies
After 7months in Mumbai i realised i have this view…. From my building. Mostly cause terrace was closed when i moved in. And me being a Goan. Too lazy to go to top floor again to find out if its open. 5 0 replies
Passport Verification Issue I recently applied for a passport, and during police verification, the officers requested my parents' birth certificates or school leaving certificates (LC). However, my mother's school LC does not mention her place of birth, and when we tried to obtain her birth certificate, government officials stated that birth certificates are not issued for individuals born before 1980. Regarding my father, he has an expired passport issued in the 1990s, but the name and date of birth on it differ from those on his Aadhaar card. Additionally, the passport was... 2 0 replies
Experiencing classism at Mumbai Domestic Airport’s Oasis Lounge I had an early morning flight at 5 AM, so I decided to wait at the Oasis Lounge at Mumbai Domestic Airport. I arrived around 2 AM, but the staff informed me that the lounge was closed and would open at 3 AM. They told me to sit and wait, which I understood and complied with. I was dressed casually in a solid-colored t-shirt and joggers. At around 2:15 AM, a well-dressed group of people arrived, and to my shock, they were allowed into the lounge immediately. Curious and... 5 0 replies
Recently visited Mumbai Museum (Vastu Sanghralay). Really an eye opener & matched international standards. Must visit even if not interested in history. I have visited museums across Europe and South East Asia. Never had expectations from India due to obvious reasons. Since I was in the area and had 2 hours to kill, I needed up just visiting and trust me it is such an amazing place. International standards, people maintain civic sense, beautiful architecture and interesting exhibits. 1 0 replies
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