Tanker mafia has become a pain for all the citizens of pune especially in areas where there is no water supply and tankers are a necessity. We see a lot of people falling prey to their reckless and careless driving on the narrow roads of pune. Recently, one of my friends had a near death experience when he was struck by a fast moving water tanker. Fortunately for him, he was wearing a helmet which saved his life. On top of that, the tanker guy did not even stop at the scene and fled the scene. My friend sustained a fracture in leg and some other minor injuries. It is my humble request to all the people reading this, please wear a helmet while riding a 2 wheeler. The majority of the people in Pune, I would say 80% do not wear helmets.

It can save your life.

Hi everyone,

From past few days we are observing heavy dust particles in air. In night and early morning there is literally zero visibility kind of dust layer in air.
Even when stepped outside we can feel the dust while breathing.
If the window is open then god save us from thick layer of dust in house.

Is everyone facing the same issue? There is not much discussion on this, I understand nowadays major issue is of water and coming months are going to be difficult with water shortage. But this is the air we breathe daily 24x7 and no steps are being taken to contain this. Constructions, garbage burning, polluting vehicles are in full swing.

Due to this contaminated air quality coughing and sneezing is common in public but I’m sure many kids and senior citizens or people with allergies and other health issues must be suffering a lot.

How is the situation in your area? Anyone facing health issues because of this?

Hello all!

We’ve four kittens of around three weeks old in our society. Their mom is still feeding them but they will definitely need to be adopted soon. Hoping to see these young ones get a loving home.
Also trying to see if any NGOs can take them for the time being.

Please DM if interested.

Area - Kothrud
Breed - Indie
Four kittens (two male, two unknown)

Finally got around to watching a Marathi natak for the first time, and I’m glad my first one was All the Best at Vishal Tupe Sabhagruh, Hadapsar.

The show was housefull, and the whole experience felt different from watching a movie. There’s something special about sitting in a packed auditorium, watching the actors perform live, and hearing the audience laugh and react together. It made the whole thing even more fun.

Went in without knowing what to expect, but came out genuinely entertained.

I can see why people love it. Definitely want to watch more nataks now! 😄

Every second matters, and yet we have people on the road who seem completely indifferent to the situation.

I understand that traffic can be chaotic in Pune, but making way for an emergency vehicle should be basic civic sense, not something that needs to be taught.

What is the point of having sirens if people simply refuse to respond to them?

Location: Mega Center, near Magarpatta Chowk, Hadapsar, Pune Company name used in the email: Vantor Info / Vantor Tech Info

I want to share my experience from today’s interview so that other freshers and job seekers in Pune can be careful and avoid potentially losing their hard-earned money.

I received an email from Vantor Info informing me that I had been shortlisted for the position of SQL / Python / Power BI Developer. ( I am experienced and currently working as AI Engineer and i am not flexing it buddy.)

The email looked professional and contained the following details:

• Interview date: 19 October 2026
• Interview time: 11 AM – 3 PM
• Interview mode: Face-to-face
• Interview venue: Office No. 502, 4th Floor, K Wing, Mega Center, near Magarpatta Chowk, Hadapsar, Pune – 411028
• Landmark mentioned: Livelihood Center

The email also listed technical responsibilities such as SQL queries, joins, subqueries, stored procedures, database design, data modelling, and query optimization. Based on the details provided, I decided to attend the interview.

What happened when I reached the office?

When I arrived at the location, the surroundings and the condition of the place did not inspire much confidence. The premises looked poorly maintained and unclean compared with what I would expect from a professional recruitment office.

During the interaction, the HR representative was chewing gum and very very bad English .That alone would not prove anything, of course, but the overall experience became concerning because of what happened next.

They asked me only around 2–3 interview questions. There was no substantial technical assessment that would normally help determine whether a candidate was suitable for a SQL, Python, and Power BI Developer role.

Then came the biggest red flag.

They asked me to pay ₹3,000!

After asking just a few questions, they told me to pay ₹3,000 and said that I would definitely get the job the following week.

Think about that for a moment.

A candidate attends an interview for a technical position, answers a couple of questions, and is then told to pay money to secure a job, with a promise that employment is guaranteed.

I was not comfortable with this.

So I deliberately asked them to give me some time. I told them that I would consider paying later, after receiving an official offer letter. I wanted to see how they would respond.

They refused to give me time and insisted that I had to pay the ₹3,000 within an hour itself.

That was the point when I became seriously suspicious.

Why should a candidate have to pay immediately to obtain a job? Why was there so much pressure to make a payment before receiving a formal offer letter or verifiable employment terms?

I did not pay them.

My conclusion:

Based on my personal experience, I believe this recruitment process showed serious red flags consistent with a possible job scam or a pay-for-placement scheme.

I cannot independently establish everything about the company or its legal status, so I am sharing exactly what happened to me rather than claiming that every detail has been officially proven.

However, asking a candidate for ₹3,000, promising a guaranteed job, and pressuring them to pay within an hour is enough reason to stop and verify everything before proceeding.

A professional-looking email and an interview invitation do not automatically mean that a recruitment process is genuine.

Advice for other freshers in Pune

If you are looking for your first job, please keep these points in mind:

1. Never rush into a payment. If someone pressures you to pay immediately, step back.
2. Be extremely cautious about job guarantees in exchange for money. Verify the employer and the exact service being offered independently.
3. Ask for written terms. Get the company’s legal name, official website, recruiter details, fee agreement, refund policy, and employment terms.
4. Verify the actual employer. Contact the company using independently verified contact details rather than relying only on the recruiter’s email or phone number.
5. Do not hand over original documents or sensitive financial information.
6. Warn other job seekers. Sharing factual experiences can help others recognize the same warning signs.

I know how difficult the job search can be, especially for freshers who are attending interviews, preparing for technical rounds, and trying to start their careers. Nobody should feel pressured into paying money because they are afraid of missing a job opportunity.

I went there looking for a legitimate opportunity to use my technical skills. I left without paying, and I am sharing this experience so that others can make an informed decision.

Has anyone else experienced something similar at Mega Center, Hadapsar, Pune?

Has anyone received a similar interview invitation from Vantor Info or Vantor Tech Info and been asked to pay ₹3,000?

If you have had a similar experience, please share the details below. It may help other job seekers avoid the same situation.

Please share this with Pune freshers and anyone currently looking for a job. Verify first, pay nothing under pressure, and never let desperation for a job force you into a risky decision.

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Note

- all revelant info is available in the notes section of each location - like free bhog, food stall and cultural programs etc

- Save the list on your Google Maps and any updates to it will instantly reflect at your end too, one list for every - that's constantly updated

Link - https://maps.app.goo.gl/yx9FjwY4DMnuKFbD7?g_st=ac

Wishing everyone very happy Durga Pujas and Navratri!

Cheat sheet on how to make the most of pujos -

- two wheelers for pandal hopping or hire a cab and get a couple of friends together to pandal hop

- food stalls are usually open from 12PM onwards till night, go early to avoid disappointment. This year Congress Bhavan has upped their food stall game. KP and Agradoot Kharadi pujos also have a lot of food stalls

- you'll get Pratap Caterers food stall at every major pujo, so do try the other options before Pratap

- most of the community driven pujos serve free bhog prasad (usually khichadi meal) for lunch. It's very delicious and soul satisfying!

For all things culture, history, heritage, food and art in Pune - join the Pune events community! - https://chat.whatsapp.com/FPm0ePtJQrj9oWgkkrayAy?s=cl&p=a&mlu=4

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Hey,

It's Monday, I'm working from home and honestly, my laptop could use a little competition for my attention.

Wouldn't mind meeting someone new, exchanging a little banter, flirting over absolutely nothing and seeing if two strangers can somehow become each other's wfh buddies.

So, what are we talking about first: your favourite song, your ideal date or why you think you'd be a terrible influence on me? 😂

Hit me in the DM, let's waste our wfh here...

Soccer house started in jodhpur hosting football matches for players and bring fun enjoyment and grow a well football culture around the area .
Now we are coming to Pune, also those who are interested in playing with us please dm me your name age and whatsapp number.

And doesn't matter if you are a beginner it's just for fun and enjoyment nothing competitive so if you are interested dm me

On my way to bibvewadi, kuthe kuthe paus yeto ahe ?

hey r/pune

so few years back a random conversation on reddit turned into a couple of us going on a trek together. that kept happening and now we're around 2300 people in 3 whatsapp groups lol

the whole idea was simple. trekking around pune shouldnt need a 3000 rupee package or a friend group that's actually free on the same weekend. you just show up, meet people, go up a fort, come back tired and happy. lot of people did their first trek with us and plenty come alone and leave with friends. we also do cleanups on forts sometimes because we keep seeing the same plastic everywhere.

its free to join, no organiser fee, nobody making money. we split whatever bus, guide and food actually costs. people kept asking whats the catch so we started putting the cost sheets on our site, even the small discount the organiser got is in there. AMK was 2101 per head, aadrai 858 if your curious

Official Website

full disclosure i help run it. ask me anything

Event Name: Pune Trekkers (weekend treks to forts around Pune)
Event Type: Hiking / fort treks, sometimes cleanups
Participant Requirements: none to join. beginners welcome, each trek says how tough it is so pick what suits you. all genders, no age bar but under 18 should come with a parent
Estimated Participant Cost: free to join. only actual shared cost per trek (bus, guide, food), usually around ₹850–2,100 depending on the trek

Planning to get an outfit like this stitched for my sangeet. Any recommendations of good designers / tailors in Pune? Also where can I buy the fabric for this from?

Visited Bangabarti Durga Puja in Pimpri yesterday, and I was genuinely impressed by the arrangements. Beautiful cultural performances, proper Kathak, food stalls, smooth crowd management, and music stopped exactly at 10 PM.

Not trying to compare festivals or take anything away from anyone, but this was a great example of how celebrations can be vibrant and enjoyable while still being organised and respectful of rules.

If this level of management is possible during Durga Puja, why can't we expect the same during Ganpati?

Hey everyone!

I'm looking to meet some people around Baner/Balewadi who are into fitness, sports, or outdoor activities.

I currently go swimming at Balewadi Stadium and want to explore more activities instead of sticking to just one thing. I'm open to pretty much anything, whether it's badminton, football, running, cycling, trekking, or any other sport.

Ideally, I'd like to find people around Baner or Balewadi so we can plan things without travelling too far. But if there's a group that regularly organises sports sessions, weekend treks, or other activities anywhere in Pune, I'd be happy to join that too.

I'm open to joining an existing group or club, or even finding just one or two people who are looking for someone to play with.

Basically, just looking for like-minded people who enjoy staying active and are up for doing things together. Doesn't matter if you're already into a sport or want to try something new.

If you're part of any such group or are looking for someone to join you for activities, feel free to comment or DM!

Thanks! :)

Hey guys! I have a PS5 and am looking for places to buy game discs in Pune. I’d prefer local shops over online stores if possible.

Can you recommend any reliable shops that sell games at reasonable prices? New or pre-owned discs are both fine.

Would love to hear your recommendations based on personal experience. Thanks! 🎮

Hello guys

I saw a lot of people on this group who live in baner and aundh

So was wondering if there are people who are into sports

I have been doing it alone but dont mind making a community of my own

With a clear objective without any other nonsense.i have wasted enough of my time

So I want to see people who are into sports

Even if you are into something else even thats okay

Atleast in my case as long as it aligns with my goals in life

I think a lot of us people are out there but alone

So just an attempt to get to know like minded people with common goals so that we excel in what we do better

So yeah think of this as an open chat tell what would you wish to do

Be straightforward about it be professional

Its just an experiment im trying out so please dont judge me

Also can we make groups on reddit??

I am going to my home town next week. I want to buy these Small Akash Kandil. As diwali is far so most shopkeepers are not having this...

Normally during diwali there are many vearieties available but Does any one has idea where I can buy these now?

Travelling to bengaluru (M27) solo from pune

Low on Money.. can't find any travel and the charges for any travel is massive. Anyone who can carry me. It will be a relief. Thank You. 🙏🏽

If you are interested you can join just DM me
Looking forward to meet interesting people in pune

Hi All,

Please recommend good thali places in Hinjewadi, Wakad, Baner area. I am planning for Dussehra lunch with friends. Would be open to consider farther places as well.

Thanks.

Looking for gym gloves (totally a noob) what all factors should i consider

And where should i purchase from online or any offline sports shop ( preferably kothrud,shivajinagar area)