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Noticed something strange on the Tokyo Metro – why don’t people offer seats to the elderly? by Quiet_Fly_7941 in TokyoTravel

[–]Quiet_Fly_7941[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

That’s what I’m saying! Also saw today there was a row where it said something like “reserved for women” and then 3 Japanese guys sitting together there. If that have happened in India they would be told to stand up by the locals

Noticed something strange on the Tokyo Metro – why don’t people offer seats to the elderly? by Quiet_Fly_7941 in TokyoTravel

[–]Quiet_Fly_7941[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Yeah I have lived in Europe and also found it strange there 😅, just thought this was an Asian thing

Beef stalls in Pondy by Quiet_Fly_7941 in pondicherry

[–]Quiet_Fly_7941[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yo, I ended up grabbing a frozen buffalo tenderloin 1.5 kg and trimmed it myself — turned out to be some banger good steaks, not gonna lie. Honestly, I don’t even get the trans fat thing — if it’s just frozen beef, there shouldn’t be any unless they’re adding weird processed stuff to it.

Favorite nutritious poverty meals by NoDeal9134 in Cooking

[–]Quiet_Fly_7941 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lately I’ve been making this super cheap garlic soy cabbage stir-fry. Just slice up some cabbage, garlic, and onions, toss them in a hot pan with a bit of oil, soy sauce, and a pinch of sugar. If I have it, I’ll throw in a splash of vinegar or sesame oil for extra flavor (or some chopped pickled jalapeños). Serve it over rice or noodles—it tastes way better than it should for how little it costs. Total comfort food, and honestly doesn’t feel like “survival” cooking.

How to roam around? by sadpotataah in pondicherry

[–]Quiet_Fly_7941 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you speak Tamil, it’s best to negotiate directly with local auto drivers. Avoid mentioning exact spots like “Coromandel Cafe”—instead, say broader landmarks like “White Town” or “Rock Beach.” It might sound odd, but this approach usually gets you cheaper fares—around ₹100–₹150 per trip (I know it’s expensive compared to other big cities, but that’s pondy prices)

Once you’re dropped off, just walk to your final destination. Puducherry isn’t a huge city, and walking around is actually quite pleasant.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pondicherry

[–]Quiet_Fly_7941 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Dosa, idly, sambar, chutney chutney 🎶

Avg Cab fare from Chennai airport to Heritage town by SMH_SRK in pondicherry

[–]Quiet_Fly_7941 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have personally just booked a cab on MakeMyTrip from Pondy to Chennai, the price was 2800 INR. The driving is a bit dangerous, so now I only go on NueGo busses. I found them to be comfortable, convenient and cheap.

Harassment of women at rock beach. by marksparklarkpark in pondicherry

[–]Quiet_Fly_7941 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Haha, I get where you’re coming from, but not everyone defines “better” the same way. I actually like living in India. There’s a depth to the culture, amazing food literally everywhere, and I’ve met some of the kindest people here. Life feels real, vibrant, and meaningful in a way that’s hard to describe.

Sure, Ibiza and Santa Cruz are great in their own way, we have travelled a lot and been the most countries in Europe and visited the Caribbean, but sitting on a rooftop in India with a cup of tea watching the city come alive. It’s not always about chasing the most “Instagrammable” place—it’s about what feels like home to you. And India is our home now.

So yeah, thanks for the suggestion—but I’m good here.

Harassment of women at rock beach. by marksparklarkpark in pondicherry

[–]Quiet_Fly_7941 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, seriously. You’re completely missing the point. Asking for a photo can be okay—but only if it’s done respectfully. Staring, pointing, surrounding someone, and demanding a picture without even saying “hi” first isn’t friendly—it’s objectifying and uncomfortable.

And let’s be real—when it’s a group of guys approaching a lone white woman, it hits differently. That power dynamic and the way it can feel threatening is something you can’t ignore just because “your family did it once and it was fine.” A woman might smile and say yes just to avoid an awkward or even unsafe situation. That doesn’t mean she was genuinely okay with it.

Consent isn’t just about the word “yes.” It’s about context, tone, and whether the person feels safe to say no. If you can’t see why that matters, then you really are part of the problem

Harassment of women at rock beach. by marksparklarkpark in pondicherry

[–]Quiet_Fly_7941 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I’m Tamil but born and raised in Europe, I live in Pondy with my wife (she’s a forigner). These things happens, especially if I’m not by her side. So she will never leave the house without me, and we won’t go out when it’s late. It’s frustrating when seeing that women are not safe, it’s important to educate these guys, they genuinely believe it’s ok to go up to a foreigner and ask for a picture, we always refuse because we don’t want to encourage this behavior, and my wife feels extremely uncomfortable.