Whatever happened to the good old humble Birinji rice? I don't find it anywhere. Has it been entirely replaced by Biryani Back in the old days we had something called Birinji saatham. It was humble. Was spicy but not overpowering with those Biryani masalas. I remembered it and thought could order on Swiggy or Zomato but no shops have them. Is it only a catering special item these days. Where can I find good Birinji saatham? 4 10 replies
Motorola - An IRRESPONSIBLE Brand After just 1 year and 3 months of purchasing my Motorola Edge 30, the screen developed multiple green lines-a clear manufacturing defect. The service center in Chennai initially agreed to a free screen replacement, but after 10 Days of submitting my device, now claims they lack the required display due to a backlog of 60-70 similar cases. Instead, they're offering a mere 20% coupon(in exchange for my device) for use on their website, restricted to Edge series phones. This amounts to an unfair and deceptive practice by Motorola India.... 2 10 replies
Landlord has left me with nothing but the dirty floor to sleep on Need perspective on this. I've been a tenant at this particular place for 2.5Y. Sole person, never have caused any ruckus, always have paid on time. I lost my job recently and told my landlord that I'm vacating. He drops the first bomb by saying that I need to pay for the whitewash. Fine, just minus it from the advance deposit. I had a single sleeper bed (mattress + steel cot) and a study table and a computer table. He told me that since it is December, no one... 5 10 replies
Horrific Assault on Anna University Student: Are Women Safe Anywhere? A second-year engineering student at Anna University, Chennai, was brutally assaulted on campus early Wednesday. Two men attacked her male friend and dragged her into the bushes to commit this heinous act. The Chennai Police arrested one of the accused on Wednesday. The accused, 37-year-old Gnanasekaran, is a roadside biriyani vendor from Kotturpuram. The incident occurred around 8 pm on December 23 when the girl and her male friend were sitting together in a secluded area of the campus. The accused attacked the male friend and later allegedly raped... 3 10 replies
Chennai traffic police have become glorified tax collectors. These guys were collecting fines last night and in the morning when traffic regulation was necessary, they were nowhere to be seen. Traffic police exist only to collect fines. Are they incentivized to do this? If so, is that ethical? Should police actively want people to break laws to earn extra cash? 5 5 replies
Giveaway: looking to donate Hi people, I'm looking giveaway adult diapers worth ~5000 rupees that I bought for my grandmother and no longer need. Would be great if someone can come and collect from my home near Sholinganallur. See pics for size and brand. Pls excuse if it's not the appropriate flair 2 5 replies
Tangedco makes residents pay for smart meters it should replace free | Chennai News - Times of India Intersting ways how the general public gets cheated! 1 1 replies
DL lost outside the country what should I do?? Hello Guys, I am an international student who is studying abroad I wanted to post this to check if anyone knew what the process was to apply for a duplicate DL. I lost my DL outside the country recently and I wanted to reapply for a duplicate ASAP. As you all know it is a really important ID and I feel stupid for loosing it. Who should I be contacting? What is the process of reapplication?? What are all the documents I will need for this process? p.s. The... 4 2 replies
Where to take wife for her birthday in Chennai (eve) Hey there! I will be travelling to Chennai with my wife in February, and want to take her somewhere for dinner. We're from the UK and can handle our spice. Any reccs? Somewhere a bit fancy is fine but not excessively so. Thanks in advance! 5 2 replies
Best area to buy a plot and build a home in chennai Hi guys, I’m trying to buy a plot in chennai. Is there any developing area that is good to invest and build home. Budget 50 - 60L for land. I don’t like apartments that’s why I’m looking for a plot. 4 0 replies
Desperate measures against waterlogging I recently visited an area notorious for severe waterlogging, where even slight rainfall renders the 100-foot wide road impassable. During heavy rains, the water rises to waist-high levels, effectively cutting off access. Residents living in ground-floor homes face the additional ordeal of frequent flooding, with water entering their homes like an unwelcome guest almost every time it rains. The situation takes a dire turn when the pressure of stagnant water forces sewage to back up into homes through toilets, rendering them uninhabitable for weeks. Presumably fed up with these... 2 2 replies
Looking for a psychologist/therapist who can help with eating habits/disorder I need help implementing good eating habits, which often go astray when there are emotional triggers. I have already consulted a nutritionist regarding my diet and cravings, but I still need support in maintaining good eating habits. 5 0 replies
Anyone tried superstar pizza in Besant Nagar I am ABCD, visiting Chennai for a month with my parents to see my grandparents/aunt in India. I am a rajini fan, and have been wanting to try this restaurant for some time. Is it a money trap or is it worth it? 1 3 replies
Any valorant players in chennai? I'm giving my account for a reasonable price I got a valorant account for which I've spent close to 17000 INR over the course of the last 2 years. I'm willing to let it go for a fair price (open to quotes). The account has a peak rank of ascendant so u get the fun buddy as well. It also has all agents unlocked. It has the ktac battle pass , origin frenzy , reaver sheriff , prelude stinger , magepunk spectre , blastx phantom , chronovoid vandal , sovereign marshall , ion operator and nocturnum scythe.... 3 10 replies
Any dog rescuers in Madipakkam? There is an abandoned poodle near Bazaar Road. My heart breaks for the dog, but I can’t do shit about it since I have 6 dogs at home already. Can anyone rescue him? He seems like a sweet pup, but his coat is in a bad shape. I don’t know which fothermucker abandoned him. He still has a collar on, and I know he’s abandoned because he’s been here for a month or so. 10 0 replies
Any place similar to Bob's Bar? Looking for a cheap bar in Chennai, where 4 guys can hang out for some time. Cheap drink and food, similar to Bob's Bar in Bangalore. 12 0 replies
Free bus scheme for women is stupid Editing this post 1. I did not explain properly . 2. Some people don't understand the reality. I think the free bus scheme is not a bad idea but it should be for the poor people regardless of gender Example - how students can travel in buses for free. I have been travelling in the bus since school days on a daily basis. Now I travel on a free bus sometimes because I get it often for my destination (I have monthly pass ) I see kids ( boys... 12 0 replies
New Year Resolutions Hello Chennai peeps. Well, 2k24 is dead almost. What new year resolutions that you all gonna take for 2025. Waiting to hear some Real irunga Bhai resolutions;) spill out in comments. Advance Happy xmas nd New year to all #newyear 13 0 replies
