Weightloss accountability buddy Don't know if its the right forum to post but me 32 (f) looking for a weight loss accountability buddy. Planning for a 20 kg weifht loss in 2 years. As the new year rolls around am sure many of us wouls want to lose weight. And i would like to start that journey with someone somilar. Someone to connect motivate and share progress with. 2 5 replies
Never self-medicate or ask for medicine from a pharmacy: always consult a certificate physician Never self-medicate or ask for medicine from a pharmacy: always consult a certificate physician 1 5 replies
Let's talk the shit out of us - Ena thonudho adha pesavum ## Discussion Thread Babybaba is here, and it's the start of the year. Merry New Year 2025! I hope this year brings success and contentment to everyone. We are here again with a discussion thread to talk about anything. Feel free to do anything you want here, especially if you want to share or ask or rant, feel free to use the discussion thread. Let's try to make your 2025 an awesome year It's time to pour some, drink some and be awesome! 2 20 replies
First time in chennai Will be in chennai from 31st jan to 6th Feb for an event (1-2 feb). Please suggest me some must visit places (i love offbeat places) . Also should I take a short visit to Puducherry ? Is it worth it? 2 0 replies
**URGENT**: At-home pet caretaker required Hey guys, I’m looking for an at-home pet caretaker for my 12 year old boxer dog. I stay at Arumbakkam (~5 mins away from CMBT bus stand). Looking for someone to take care of my pet from 8AM-4PM on a daily basis as my parents go to work during the day and he’s too old to be left alone at home. Please DM if there are any leads! 3 3 replies
New Amazon Chennai hire - Need advice on accommodation, language, and general tips Hey everyone, I recently received an offer for a Systems Development Engineer role at Amazon Chennai, and I'd love some insights from current/former Amazonians or Chennai locals. A few specific questions: 1. **Accommodation:** Any Amazon employees in Chennai looking for a roommate? Alternatively, can you recommend good PGs near the office? (Please include area names/localities that would be convenient for office commute) 2. **Language:** I'm from Hyderabad and don't speak Tamil. How manageable is daily life without Tamil knowledge? Any recommended resources/apps for learning basic Tamil? 3. **Work Culture:**... 3 4 replies
Friendu Zoho la sendhutan nu nakkal ah panran, what to do? "**Macha andha thanni bottle yedu da**" Hehe, Zoho la ipadi dhan ice water hot water machines la irukum. "**Veedu yenga"** Zoho la iruken, so PG "**Sapita**" Zoho la iruken, yepadi sapada iruka mudiyum? "thuginiya" Zoho la iruken, so sikiram thugiduven. Yedhu pathi pesunalum ivan Zoho la poiten nu solli solli karturan. We were really happy when he made it into Zoho. We wrote the exams together and he was the one who made it till final round and got the job. We were happy for him. But, yenga gang... 4 20 replies
Upcoming Chennai's Gay/Bi men's meet is on 5 Jan 25 from 3 to 6 PM.(Scan the qr code for more info/registration) Upcoming Chennai's Gay/Bi men's meet is on 5 Jan 25 from 3 to 6 PM.(Scan the qr code for more info/registration) 5 17 replies
Guide to Chennai for someone coming from North India Vanakkam everyone. Accepted a job opportunity from a company in Chennai. I hail from the mountains, Himachal. Have never visited the south. The company is in Thiruvanmiyur. I am just going blind this time as I have considerably travelled the north but not here. I will be landing tomorrow evening. If anyone could please guide me as to what to do and how to hack through my way in chennai, as I do not have anybody else to ask from. Im very respectful to cultures and learning a little... 3 20 replies
moving abroad so people that are planning to move abroad, what made you decision in the first place and how's the plan going? I'm a final year student. i never really had a serious thought about moving out but lately I've been thinking about it. my batchmates are fully prepared and planned for it and working on it. I'm just thinking what exactly I need to do from now if I'm planning to move out. share your thoughts and experiences 3 12 replies
Traveling to Bhutan looking for trip buddies Hi I am planning a trip to Bhutan. I usually travel alone or with 1-2 friends. Unfortunately none of my friends are available this time. So seeking some trip buddies here. Looking for Late 20-40 year olds. I am a mid thirties female interested in culture, food, history, nature. Extrovert and very social Dates 13-24 Feb or 17-28 Feb. Flying into Paro on 13th morning from Calcutta and flying to Calcutta from Paro on 24 morning Paro- Thimphu - dochula pass- punakha-phobjika- jakar- bumthang- Paro I will be doing... 5 8 replies
Am I wrong here for expecting my partner to be career oriented? I know I cannot discuss this here, since I am in chennai and need to clear doubts about chennai girls, I am expecting my partner to be career oriented, and educated. Since I am seeing my cousins and other people from my religion ( muslim) planned to get married and not to pursue their career , even few left their colleges to get married, I am afraid what if I met someone who don't even have any career and purpose or they simply don't wanted to anything at all... 2 10 replies
Do you know any family lawyer in chennai who can handle a case M(35) here and anybody know a family lawyer who can be trusted and has very good experience in handling separation or divorce in Chennai? 1 1 replies
Need Advice: Best Way to Visit Navagraha Temples from Chennai Hey folks, I'm planning a temple trip to the Navagraha temples and could use some advice. I live near Poonamallee in Chennai, and I'm a bit confused about the travel time and best mode of transport. From my place to Thirunallar, it shows as 280 km, but I'm puzzled why 200 km to Thiruvannamalai took 3 hours, while 280 km to Thirunallar shows as 6 hours. (Total noob here, haven't done many long drives, so genuinely curious.) Here's my situation: * I have access to a car. * I'm... 1 2 replies
When did tipping become an entitlement? THIS IS INFURIATING. INFURIATING AF. I DONT KNOW IF THIS IS A METRO CITY THING OR ITS EVERYWHERE. Everyone expects a tip these days. Yesterday the gas cylinder anna came to deliver the cylinder, and it was Rs.818. Since I didn't have exact change (as my mom used to pay regularly), I paid him 900 and was expecting 80rs back or expect him to say that he didn't have change. He gave me back only 40rs and when I asked him, he said "Amma epavume kudupanga pa enaku". Now... 3 14 replies
Obscure Girl Baby Names? My wife and I are expecting a baby girl in February, and we’re on the hunt for the perfect name. We’re looking for fairly obscure names that stand out. While we’re not particularly religious, we’ve been exploring names from the Lalitha Sahasranamam for inspiration. We’d love to hear suggestions for other unique girl names, especially if they have beautiful meanings or cultural significance. Any other recommendations for resources to explore more obscure names would also be greatly appreciated! 5 20 replies
TNPSC grp 2 exam resources and opinions I'm trying to aim for this exam in 2025 and want to know if anyone actually uses the books in connemara or anna centenary library. Do you use your own materials or go to public libraries as self learner? Also what's your opinion about starting the prep for TNPSC group 2 after quitting a 9 to 6 job as a graphic designer? 2 1 replies
Don't go to Chromepet cultural academy! Last week I went to go see a drama of a friend who invited me and said that entry was free for all. When I went with family, we all just went past the gate to get blocked by a guy who asked for the ticket, I didn't feel like calling my friend to get entry for all 5 of us, so I asked, how much? He said 100. I gave him 500 (no UPI obviously), thinking I could least do that since drama was dying. He teared up... 1 4 replies
