"Is it worth investing ₹50 lakhs in a 5-year-old flat in Kochi if we don't plan to stay there in the near future?" "Hello, I’d like your suggestions or opinions on investing in a 5-year-old flat near Kaloor, priced at ₹50-60 lakhs. I don’t plan to live there for at least the next 10 years, as it won’t be my primary residence since I’m from the Kochi suburbs. Currently, I’m not in India, so this is more of a long-term plan in case I decide to move to Kochi for work in the future. The location in the city center seems convenient - if i move back... From an investment perspective, I... 5 4 replies
Not finding Energy settings in Sequoia 15.2 I'm having an issue with my Logitech Bluetooth mouse disconnecting when put to sleep, and Logitech is telling me to look for the "Allow this device to wake" setting in "Energy Saver." But, that doesn't exist in System Settings. Then the Apple support site references an "Energy" section, but I'm not finding that either. Where the heck can I find that setting? Search doesn't show anything. 4 1 replies
Emergency Funds How much do you keep for it, and do you have it sitting on a bank account, broker, stocks, etc.? Also do you have specific emergency funds? (e.x medical fund, car fund, general, house), this is probably more specific to people with lots of savings. 1 2 replies
Urgent! Optician needed for contact lenses Hello and thank you in advance! I am visiting your beautiful city and quite enjoying it, but I seem to have left behind all of my contact lenses in New Delhi. I am currently wearing my last pair. My question is where in Agra may I be able to go to get contact lenses tomorrow morning/afternoon? I am leaving on 1 January in the morning to a rural area, so I am in unfortunately in a rush. Brand of the lenses is not important, I just need enough of... 2 0 replies
Assholes! Whoever is bursting crackers in Vijayanagar are assholes! It’s so late and they’re disturbing everyone. I’m so furious. Imagine the plight of old people, babies and animals. We live in a sad sad world! 4 4 replies
Poster Printing Where in Mangalore can i print some posters for photo frames? I'm looking for something like a printo in Bangalore. 1 1 replies
Which is better? Zerodha resident or NRI Account? Hi, I’m an NRI and recently converted my resident bank account into NRE and NRO account. I reside in the UK. UK has double tax treaty with India. The question I have is, is there any tax advantages of one account over the other? Should I create a NRI account or a resident account using my parent’s details? 4 2 replies
Fitness/nutritional coach Beginning the new year, I am looking to loose weight and start eating healthy and become fitter. If anyone knows/is a nutritional-fitness coach in Pune, or can recommend one, do let me know. I would rather engage with a human and not just the algorithms on the different websites. Thank you! 3 1 replies
Ratnagiri: romance with metals thousand years back Ratnagiri differs from other Buddhist sites in one particular aspect. There are hundreds of unearthed miniature votive stupas at Ratnagiri, scattered over a wide area. These votive stupas are decorated with lotus petals and bead tassels. Some of them are inscribed with the Buddhist creed. Can it be interpreted that the followers of Buddhism were donating these little votive stupas then( just like today's Saivites donate brass bells and snakes in Shiva temples) ??? If this was the case, there must have been huge workshops for construction of such... 4 1 replies
NYE BYOB Hosting a BYOB new year party at my place in Sushant Lok Phase 1. For safety purpose, DM your LinkedIn/Twitter. Anything non-anon so I feel safe hosting you at my house. 4 1 replies
Wholesome interaction with a stranger So my scooter was out of fuel today and I was almost 2 km away from home. I was sitting on the scooter and pushing it with my legs hoping that the momentum would help me reach home lol. Out of nowhere comes this guy, who worked at a nearby restaurant. He didn't even ask me, just started pushing my scooter with his leg, while sitting on his scooter. He was such a savior and he dropped me till a place close to my house. I offered to buy... 1 10 replies
Moving to Mumbai in 2 weeks! Where should I rent a 1 bhk apartment if my office is near to the Chakala metro station? First time in Mumbai, Looking to rent a 1 bhk apartment within 20-25k. 5 1 replies
Found something surprising! Started chess a week ago and found samay"s bot. Idk I this very well known or not but found this interesting sharing with you guys too. And don't judge the game, I'm new and lost deliberately to see the closing dialogue. 5 8 replies
Recommed some good quality and affordable tailored suit sellers in Patna. Looking something for my upcoming college placements. 5 0 replies
Why are normies so confident, aggressive, and stronger than me? They all just seem so confident and aggressive. As soon as I walked out the door this guy just death stares me and I look away at my dog but I had no ill intention but why is he just hating and staring like he's ready to whip out a gun and kill me. I just dont get it. As soon as I walk outside everyone seems intent on having a stare down and getting ready to kill me. I envy their self confidence. I'm so much weaker and... 2 10 replies
Daily discussion thread, 31st December 2024 This is a daily thread for general cricketing discussion/conversation about all topics that don't need to be posted in their own thread. This provides a space for things like general team changes/opinions/conversation and other frequently-asked questions or commonly-posted subjects. 5 5 replies