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VISAS
All visitors need a visa for India, except citizens of neighboring Nepal and Bhutan. The Indian government has introduced 60 day, double-entry electronic visas for citizens of 161 countries.

Tourist visas are generally issued for six months, depending on what nationality you are. Most visas are multiple entry visas.

The cost of an Indian Tourist Visa varies between countries according to the arrangement between governments. Rates were revised on April 1, 2017. The current fee for US citizens is $100 for up to 10 years. Processing is additional.

The Indian visa application process is outsourced to private processing agencies in most countries. The Indian government has replaced most foreign companies with Indian companies. You will have two fees to pay – a Government processing fee and the visa company service fee.

When applying for an Indian Visa, you'll need to complete an on-line application form. See Tips and Instructions for Completing the Indian Visa Application Form.

Along with your application and fee, for an Indian Tourist Visa you'll need to submit your passport that's valid for a least six months and has at least two blank pages, a recent passport sized photo, and details of your itinerary. In some countries, copies of flight tickets and proof of residential address may also be required.
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CLIMATE
India basically has tropical climate with three main seasons :

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Summer: April - June

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Monsoon: July - September

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Winter: October - March

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CURRENCY
The currency of India is Indian Rupee (neumech events). One Rupee is divided into 100 Paise. Rupee currency notes come in the denomination of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 2000. Current exchange rate is US$ 1= 72/-, 1 Euro = 83/- (approx).

Source: www.exchange-rates.org

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LANGUAGE
English is commonly used in all business transactions, however the main spoken language is Hindi.
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CREDIT / DEBIT CARDS
Almost all credit cards like VISA, Master card, Amex etc. are widely accepted by establishments including hotels, restaurants, shops etc.
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BANKING AND EXCHANGE FACILITIES
Currency exchange facilities are available at banks and at hotels. Most banks are open from 10 am to 4 pm from Monday to Friday; however some banks offer extended banking hours. 24-hour ATMs are located in shopping centers and many neighbourhood markets.
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TIME ZONE
India is 5-1/2 hours ahead of GMT, 4-1/2 hours behind Australian Eastern Time & 10-1/2 hours ahead of American Eastern Standard Time.
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VACCINATION
This depends on what locations you will be visiting. Please consult your physician and follow their recommendations. You may also check the Centers for Disease Control website at www.cdc.gov/travel
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ELECTRICITY
Voltage in India is 220 to 240 volts, 50Hz. You will need an adaptor, which can be purchased in India. Hotels usually provide dual voltage razor sockets, 110 to 210 volts or 220 to 250 volts. Please ensure that you bring multi voltage chargers rather than 110 chargers with step-up/step-down transformers. These transformers get too hot and there is a high chance of them exploding. India mostly has round pinholes so please do ensure that you bring a flat to round pinhole converter. This is very important as otherwise you will have a problem in getting your phone and other electrical items charged.
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TRAVEL INSURANCE
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance before travelling to India.
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DELHI METRO
The Delhi Metro is a rapid transit system serving Delhi, Gurgaon, Faridabad, Noida, and Ghaziabad in the National Capital Region of India. Delhi Metro is the world's 13th largest metro system in terms of length. Delhi Metro is India's first modern public transportation system, which has revolutionized travel by providing a fast, reliable, safe, and comfortable means of transport.

DELHI METRO LINES IN OPERATION (Download Delhi Metro Map)
Name: No: Terminals:
Red 1 Dilshad Garden - Rithala
Yellow 2 Samaypur Badli - HUDA City Centre
Blue 3 Dwarka Sector 21 - Noida City Centre
4 Dwarka Sector 21 - Yamuna Bank - Vaishali
Green 5 Kirti Nagar / Inderlok - City Park (Bahadurgarh)
Violet 6 Kashmere Gate - Escorts Mujesar
Pink 7 Majlis Park - Mayur Vihar Pocket I
Shiv Vihar - Trilokpuri - Sanjay Lake
Magenta 8 Botanical Garden - Janakpuri West
Orange 9 Airport Express Line (New Delhi - IGI Airport (T-3)- Dwarka Sector-21)
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CABS
A. Ola Cabs
Category Base Fare Distance Fare Ride Time Fare Cancellation Fee
Micro Rs 40 Rs 6 per km Rs 1 per min Rs. 25
Mini Rs 100 for first 4 km Rs 8 per km Rs 1 per min Rs. 50
Prime Rs 100 for first 4 km Rs 10 per km Rs 1 per min Rs. 75

B. Uber Cabs

Category Base Fare Distance Fare Ride Time Fare Cancellation Fee
Uber Go Rs 40 Rs 6 per km Rs 1 per min Rs. 80
Uber X Rs 55 Rs 9 per km Rs 1 per min Rs. 100

Fares for cabs are calculated by adding:
- base fare: the price for pickup
- time: from start to end of trip
- distance: miles or kilometres of route
- surge pricing (if applicable)
- tolls (if applicable)

How to Book a Cab using Cabs Application on Android Smart Phone?

Application can be easily download from Play Store.

Step 1: Enter your pickup location (Eg: from Home, Office, Airport, Railway station, or your current location).
Step 2: choose or Pick the cab you like and see all available cabs close by.
Step 3: Press “Ride now” to book your ride.
Step 4: Get instant confirmation with driver details on your phone.
Step 5: See your ride en-route on the map.

Step 6: If you use Wallet Money (Paytm/Ola Money) you can ride cash-free and also, you have another option of paying only after the completion of your ride.

3. Cabs available at Airport Desk

Meru Cabs

Particulars 5:00 am to 11:00 pm ( Day Time) 11:00 pm to 5:00 am ( Night Time)
For the first 3 Kms Rs 69 Rs 86.25
Rate after 3rd Km Rs 23 / Km Rs 28.75 / Km
Waiting Charges No charge for the first 15 minutes and thereafter Rs. 30/- per hour or part thereof No charge for the first 15 minutes and thereafter Rs. 37.50/- per hour or part thereof.

Easy Cabs

Particulars 5:00 am to 11:00 pm ( Day Time) 11:00 pm to 5:00 am ( Night Time)
For the first 3 Kms Rs 69 Rs 86.25
Rate after 3rd Km Rs 23 / Km Rs 28.75 / Km
Waiting Charges Rs. 30/- per hour Rs. 30/- per hour

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LOCAL COMMUNICTION TIPS
English Hindi
Hello Namashkar; Namaste
Thank you Dhanyavard; Shukriya
Good Morning Shubh-prabhat
Good night Shubh-ratri
Yes Haan
No Nahi
My name is... Mera naam .... Hai
What is your name? Aapka naam kya hai?
Can you get me a taxi Taxi Chaiye
Stop Ruko
Let's Go Chalo
Water Pani
Tea Chai
Where is (place) (place) kahan hai