The keyword “bombay” is currently trending with over 100K searches primarily due to the recent visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to Mumbai. Media coverage of this high-profile diplomatic visit has generated significant public interest, particularly as it relates to the strengthening of India-France ties.
Recent reports highlight various activities during Macron’s stay, including his morning jog at Marine Drive, which was covered in detail by news outlets. Photographs and videos of his visit are likely contributing to the spike in online searches related to Mumbai, emphasizing the city’s appeal as a vibrant cosmopolitan destination.
Furthermore, Prime Minister Modi’s statements during the visit, emphasizing that India-France ties “have no boundaries,” have also captured public attention. This diplomatic engagement not only highlights the political relationship between the two nations but also showcases Mumbai as a key player in international diplomacy, thus attracting greater interest in the city’s cultural and economic significance.
The combination of Macron’s public appearances and interactions with local landmarks, alongside prominent media coverage, has effectively driven up search interest in “bombay.” This reflects an increased global curiosity surrounding both the city and the ongoing relationship between India and France.
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NOR-If there’s no reason for marriage, don’t get married. It’s a huge life changing legal contract and should be seen as such. No benefit= no contract
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Great point. There should be a reason for marriage.
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NOR Don’t marry someone who is not treating you as a partner. You didn’t decide together where you would live. He didn’t discuss plans regarding his education, even though you were actively involved. The relationship *was* bringing you some happiness, but now it’s making you miserable. Break it off and focus on taking care of your mental health.
K
NOR – Don’t marry anyone because of culture requirements unless you want to be a kept women. The Indian culture for women is totally different to that of an American, so either accept your second in your marriage, as the husband is always 1st or don’t get married.
U
I think you would be commended for sharing your feelings and being open and honest maybe first to your parents (to get their perspective) and then your fiancé. Marriage isn’t something to take lightly. It’s a lifetime commitment and if you aren’t ready then just say so.
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NOR **”I don’t want someone else.” .. but you DON’T want THAT ONE. – trust your gut, cancel the wedding.** Marrying him will make it worse, and ruin your life. Whatever you do, the pain of cancelling will be LESSER than the pain of going through with it when you already know it is wrong. DON’T give in to the pressure. **you stated good reasons for NOT getting married, and NO reason to get married** (except pamily pressure).
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NOR. I am worried for you. You should talk to friends and family who you know will understand you. I have seen people with 8 year relationship getting nervous and sick right before getting married. It is a very big change. Also communicate everything with him rn. Clear out what will happen post wedding, future plans everything. Be sure before doing it. Write it down if neccessary but make sure you have said everything before doing it. You are very young love, your entire life is left. Think more. We can choose things and still not want it later. Its totally okay. Think it through.
R
NOR- sounds like your body telling you this isn’t right for you. Listen to it. It’s in survival mode.
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NOR. You have concerns. The only real solution is to discuss these concerns honestly with your partner to make sure both of you understand and agree and can work within the framework you both establish. Be yourself. Be true to yourself.
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Maybe you don’t want someone else because you don’t want anyone. You’re 24. People forget to tell you how young that actually is. A lot happens between now and 30 with your preferences, boundaries, etc. The scary thing about marrying under 30 is that you can’t guaruntee that you’ll be the same person in five years. As your brain finishes developing, you get a clear sense of your goals and morals. You get a sense of your life direction. You start setting boundaries and cutting off people who don’t fit in your life or give you the respect you want. It seems like you guys have chemistry, but completely different visions. That will absolutely break a marriage. It also sounds like he doesn’t handle conflict well. And he also doesn’t take responsibility for his own deadlines (you’ll be stuck doing all the laundry and dishes too). All of these things would make me immediately write off someone as a potential partner in my 30s. Mid 20s? Not so much. Just be aware that if you go through with it, you might be looking at a divorce in several years. My advice? Go do travel. Maybe come back to NY, maybe not. Definitely call off the wedding. Date around, figure out what you actually want and what you will tolerate. Let me ask a question, when you imagine a happy life, what do you picture? NOR btw. EDIT – The best advice I EVER got was from a friend’s mom. Don’t buy a car before test driving it. You should be both intimate and living together before considering marriage. If you don’t do that, you won’t know what you’re getting into. I’ve heard horror stories of women getting into marriages only to find out that their husband needs a maid and a cook, not a wife. I’ve also heard horror stories of people waiting until after marriage for sex, only to find out the man likes aggressive/less consenting sex that is unsafe, leaving the woman feeling like she’s stuck with marital rape and no pleasure.
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If it’s not an enthusiastic yes from you to be married, it’s a no. I wouldn’t continue towards a life you don’t want and are not excitedly looking forward to. Also why are you doing his MBA application?
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Do not get married. He shrinks you on purpose. He makes you feel smaller intentionally. Of course the thought of leaving doesn’t bring relief. He’s conditioned you to be dependent on him. Do it anyway because eventually you’ll be able to breathe so deep, your soul will feel lighter.
F
A lot of assumptions there.
P
No assumptions. It’s right there in the post.
F
It’s actually not.
G
>The confusing part: >I don’t want someone else That’s not confusing at all. Men think they are competing with other men for our attention when in all reality they are competing with the peace we feel when ALONE.
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So stay alone
G
Struck a nerve did I
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Nope. Just stating the obvious. You have the most peace when you’re alone. So he alone. That’s all.
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Not over reacting. It seems like a mental block in my opinion. Whether that’s your own mind wondering, or some sort of projecting onto your own future. I appreciate the details you’ve shared. You mention how its technically an arranged marriage, but really not forcefully done. You love him and want to be with him, but there’s signs that are spooking you, but you aren’t sure if you shoukd be spooked by him or you. Do you think you could be projecting what arranged marriages turn into? Whether its from the internet or those you personally know? Maybe you’re familiar with the downward path of being controlled through arranged marriages/marriage in general. You are not over reacting, but it sounds like your unsure of what the commitment could ultimately mean for your circumstances. It sucks thats you’re feeling very serious questions so close to the wedding date, I cant imagine the kind of mental pressure that puts on. But maybe you are scared of worst case scenarios rather than the signs itll be worst case scenario. Communicate your heart out with your partner. Obviously things will be set in stone in a week, but the guy sounds like he could be reasonable with all that matters. You might just be crashing out with the ceremony coming up, but these are normal feelings. If anything, it sounds like you’ve never raised concerns about any of this until the wedding is in close sight. Again, you aren’t over reacting, but both you and your partner deserve to talk further about whats scaring you.
F
Think you just got a few jitters it’s normal it will pass
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NOR -run. If he’s making decisions without considering you now it’ll only get worse as time goes on. Everyone deserves to have some autonomy and control over their own life. And nobody who isn’t over the moon thrilled to be getting married should get married. It never works out unless both people prioritize the other. Break it off.
P
There’s nothing wrong with postponing this wedding, you need to be sure.
D
I mean, it sounds like your having a mental health crisis which may or may not be related to the fiancé, the wedding, or the marriage, but that in itself isn’t a bad reason to cancel or delay the wedding. It’s a lot easier to break off an engagement than it is to get divorced.
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You need to see a therapist and should communicate how you feel to your partner. Maybe try couple’s therapy
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NOR! Here’s what is sounds like to me: You have resigned yourself to be married to someone who you really don’t want to spend the rest of your life with. In doing so, you will be relinquishing your independence, your autonomy, and your sense of self. IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO CHANGE YOUR MIND! You are not married YET… Please, consider at the very least postponing the wedding. Give yourself time to evaluate your feelings and what goals you have for your future. Nobody who is feeling numb and panicked before their wedding should be getting married. INFO: What’s the point of getting married if he is planning on moving to Bombay and leaving you at his parents’ house? Is the expectation that you will become his parents’ servant???
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NOR. Your feelings are valid. You feeling like not existing would be best is very telling. I actually felt dread reading your post. I don’t know your culture or customs enough to give helpful advice, but can you at least try to push the wedding off? You clearly need more time to process at the very least. Do you love this man? Are you physically attracted to him? These things matter if you’re going to be married.
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Suggestion, look closely at the other females in his family, how they are treated and then make a more informed decision. His assuming you would go live with his parents while he goes to an another city to live and work does not sound like he wants to be with you any more than you do him. If you are unsure, don’t marry him. Marriage is much harder to get out of than it is to get into.. If you do call it off what would be so bad about that? Whose life is it in the first place? Why can’t you have and love the life you choose? It is not the 1800’s anymore girl!
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NOR. I think you are picking up on signs, but you’re still in denial. This man and his family will be more controlling than they are letting on. Either call it off now or start making a list of tough questions for him and his parents. You need to know what their expectations are, but I think you already know.
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NOR- Ask him what he sees for himself in 5 yrs time and where he sees you in 5yrs time… Got a feeling you aren’t going to like it considering he already believed you’d just be living with his parents whilst he does his own thing.
L
You need to talk to your fiance
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You have answered this for yourself. Do not marry this person. Yes, love can grow, but there must be a foundational starting point and you are not there.
W
No rush. Don’t do it *yet*.
W
Oh honey – you’re 24 and there’s a life out there full of friendship and laughter … and a partner who will want to love a life that you want to be a part of. With feelings and circumstances like the ones you’ve described perhaps postponing or cancelling this wedding and relationship and respecting yourself is in order. You should never NEVER feel the way you do about a life decision. Good luck to you. Be brave. Do the right thing for yourself.
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Being engaged to someone you’ve known for less than a year will always sound insane to me. I know it’s normalized in certain cultures, but I just don’t think it’s possible to know someone well enough in that timeframe. That doesn’t mean that it never works out, but it’s a huge leap of faith imo
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NOR. You only started talking 11 months ago and don’t seem to know each other well enough yet to be getting married. Those important conversations about where you’re going to live, how your household is going to function, what are yours and his thoughts and feelings, hopes and expectations on a assortment of topics should have been discussed and planned out before setting a date for the wedding to make sure you’re actually a compatible couple. Call off the wedding. It’s too soon. You’re not ready. He’s probably not ready either but isn’t going to admit it. His parents shouldn’t be making decisions about how your marriage would work.
C
NOR to start talking last march but Marry this year is very very fast. There is no timestamp on getting married if you love someone!
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NOR at the very least you need to postpone the wedding. You need personal therapy to work this through with an impartial person. Do not get married next week
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NDTV – Video: Emmanuel Macron’s Morning Jog At Mumbai’s Marine Drive
