Nash William
@Nash1984
French expat in India
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266
Contacts
505
About me
French
Lives in Bangalore
Speaks English, French, Russian, Spanish
Registration: 05 June 2012
Bank loans in India by Priscilla
Hello, Finances and banking can sometimes be a headache for many expats, especially when it comes to taking out bank loans. Is it difficult for an expat to get approved for a bank loan in India? What are the types of bank loans available ...
Banks in India do not give or approve loans to foreign nationals. It is logical for the banks to avoid lending to foreign nationals as they would face insurmountable hurdles in recovering the loan amount from the foreign nationals in case of default ... Read More
housing
If you are over 50 years of age, medical insurance premiums for a family of two will cost above Rs. 60000 per annum. Read More
housing
You will have a great standard of living in that amount. Read More
Raising kids in India by Priscilla
Hello everyone, How is raising kids in India different from raising kids in your home country? What are the activities that your kids seem to enjoy the most in India? Do you feel that the country is "family-friendly"? Do you recommend ...
Every country can be equally good or bad. India has its pros and cons. Imagine Hindus who are vegetarian and land up in a country where meat, beef and pork are consumed as staple. They would have a tough time adapting to the food and culture but ... Read More
Raising kids in India by Priscilla
Hello everyone, How is raising kids in India different from raising kids in your home country? What are the activities that your kids seem to enjoy the most in India? Do you feel that the country is "family-friendly"? Do you recommend ...
I am not Indian but of Indian origin and I do not have any kids. I wonder what makes you think that. I speak as an expat. I feel at home with the country that India is, more so because my family has mixed roots part of which are Indian. Read More
Raising kids in India by Priscilla
Hello everyone, How is raising kids in India different from raising kids in your home country? What are the activities that your kids seem to enjoy the most in India? Do you feel that the country is "family-friendly"? Do you recommend ...
Caste is a reality of life in India just as white privilege is in the Western world. The West has its own caste system with whites at top of the pyramid. My European friends absolutely love the diversity in Indian vegetarian food. India can be ... Read More
Raising kids in India by Priscilla
Hello everyone, How is raising kids in India different from raising kids in your home country? What are the activities that your kids seem to enjoy the most in India? Do you feel that the country is "family-friendly"? Do you recommend ...
These issues exist for any expat across the world who has to adapt to the host country and its culture. It is only normal to find Indian food in India. India is called a subcontinent due to the diversity in its cultures. The best part is that India ... Read More
Advice for gay couple coming to Hyderabad... by Intel8086
My civil partner (>20 years) and I are moving to Hyderabad in the next few months as my partner's company has just given him an international assignment in the city. We're coming on a scouting trip next month to find an apartment and get ...
The belief systems in every country are not the same. If people in one country believe in something, it doesn't mean that the entire world has to believe in the same. It is alright to have different belief systems. Indian cultures in themselves ... Read More
Expats in Delhi
You must be off your rockers. Delhi is the most polluted city in India and tops the list in crime against women. Case closed! Read More
anyone from Vietnam??? by Ha_Ngan
Am Vietnamese, new to Blore. If u are Vietnamese, living in bangalore, pls send me a message. We can chat & meet & talk in Vietnamese. I deadly wanna talk Vietnamese here. :-) Thank you
Not much authentic Vietnamese food here. Read More
Advice for gay couple coming to Hyderabad... by Intel8086
My civil partner (>20 years) and I are moving to Hyderabad in the next few months as my partner's company has just given him an international assignment in the city. We're coming on a scouting trip next month to find an apartment and get ...
In India, the implementation of certain laws such as the one against homosexuality can be rather arbitrary. The Indian Supreme Court has ruled on several matters including on privacy, however the trickling down of such judgements right down to the ... Read More
Advice for gay couple coming to Hyderabad... by Intel8086
My civil partner (>20 years) and I are moving to Hyderabad in the next few months as my partner's company has just given him an international assignment in the city. We're coming on a scouting trip next month to find an apartment and get ...
Homosexuality is frowned upon in society in India. Read More
Advice for gay couple coming to Hyderabad... by Intel8086
My civil partner (>20 years) and I are moving to Hyderabad in the next few months as my partner's company has just given him an international assignment in the city. We're coming on a scouting trip next month to find an apartment and get ...
There are a few homosexuals in jail due to that law. Read More
Advice for gay couple coming to Hyderabad... by Intel8086
My civil partner (>20 years) and I are moving to Hyderabad in the next few months as my partner's company has just given him an international assignment in the city. We're coming on a scouting trip next month to find an apartment and get ...
Homosexuality is a crime by law in India. You can get arrested and sent to jail. Read More
Hi I'm yasmine by Yasmine malek
Hi I'm yasmine, Is it possible to marry my bf he is Indian... Thank you...
Don't ever talk down to his parents like you are doing them a favour by getting married to their son. They will dislike you the next moment. Any parent will not like to be spoken to in that condescending tone. His parents have valid reasons ... Read More
Hi I'm yasmine by Yasmine malek
Hi I'm yasmine, Is it possible to marry my bf he is Indian... Thank you...
Don't use such strong words as blackmail. You must try and understand Indian culture first. The Indian communities are tightly knit due to the strong family structures. His parents are objecting to your alliance with him as you are a ... Read More
Hi I'm yasmine by Yasmine malek
Hi I'm yasmine, Is it possible to marry my bf he is Indian... Thank you...
You can get married at the Indian Embassy in Oman. Read More
Marketing and Customer Service Expat looking to work in Bangalore by viviensim
Hi all, I am looking to relocate to Bangalore, India, for a new experience and new route in my career. Graduated from Bachelor of Science, Psychology, in University of Wollongong. I have 4+ years of experience working in Customer Service and 2+ ...
As an expat, you need to gain a job offer from a company that pays you a high salary. It would be equivalent to 250,000 rupees a month. Read More
Muslim in India by kays69
Hi everyone I'm a french student and as part of an exchange program I will study at Delhi during one year. I'm really excited to start this new adventure but my family is worried about the fact that as I'm muslim I might face ...
Are you French or Algerian? Read More
Registration
You can only register at your nearest FRRO. Initially you can report at your nearest police station but I don't think that would help you with the paperwork. Read More
Insights needed!? Filipina want to marry Hindu boy. by missunderstood
Hi I am a filipina and dating an indian guy, I met him here in the philippines last year. He was sent here as a consultant for a project that lasted for 10 mons. though I met him online I didnt expect that we will be seeing more of each other as ...
Talk to him and ask him to talk to his parents. I don't think that modern Indian parents are as rigid as he is trying to portray to you. There are many liberal Indian parents who are traditional but allow their kids to marry other nationalities ... Read More
looking for informations about life in india by laurita1989
Hello every body , Iam very happy to join this interesting web site, where people shares their own experience with the others i really appreciate it alot i do thank . My name is aya and i live in Morocco, i will marry an indien , i already saw ...
My Arab friends and Moroccan friends come in all colours. The white colour that you mentioned refers to white Caucasians. I don't think that Moroccans are Caucasians in general. The Moroccans that I have met and spoken to speak mostly Arab at ... Read More
looking for informations about life in india by laurita1989
Hello every body , Iam very happy to join this interesting web site, where people shares their own experience with the others i really appreciate it alot i do thank . My name is aya and i live in Morocco, i will marry an indien , i already saw ...
Hello Aya, - It would be easy for you to find a job such as a French teacher here in the metros. No one will question your use of the scarf. However if you have to take up work legally in India as a foreigner, you need to either have a work permit ... Read More
looking for informations about life in india by laurita1989
Hello every body , Iam very happy to join this interesting web site, where people shares their own experience with the others i really appreciate it alot i do thank . My name is aya and i live in Morocco, i will marry an indien , i already saw ...
Hello Aya, Please post any specific questions that you have on life in India. Would be glad to help you out. I have many Moroccan friends and business contacts in Marrakech, Rabat and Casablanca. I know a good deal about Moroccan culture and can ... Read More
Sports in India
Shooting and fencing are quite popular with the younger generations. Read More
Rape culture? by Fred
Without bothering with the obvious condemnation of this very personal crime, what is the real situation in India as far as rape goes? The high profile press pieces tell a story about a culture of rape in India, but the press has to sell their news ...
Let's look at the statistical data. All the horrendous rapes reported in the media are from the North. You can pick up any newspaper and read about this. This information is out in the public domain. Rape of women and honour killings are a ... Read More
Rape culture? by Fred
Without bothering with the obvious condemnation of this very personal crime, what is the real situation in India as far as rape goes? The high profile press pieces tell a story about a culture of rape in India, but the press has to sell their news ...
It is accepted in the North Indian patriarchal societies where women are looked down upon as inferior to men. That's why most of the high profile rape cases happen in the Northern parts of India as the perpetrators feel justified by their ... Read More
Insecurity in Haryana: stay safe
Violence is a part of the lives of North Indians. South India is so much more safer. Read More
Expat in gurgaon: salary/nightlife/safety by wafa mahbouli
Hi All, i'll be traveling to Gurgaon for one year fixed term contract on December 2015 and I have a few questions if you could help me please: 1) i'll be getting 900 USD/month is that enough to live a comfortable life in india ...
Women are raped in broad daylight there in crowded areas. Not just at night times in isolated areas. It is the worst place in India and one of the worst in the world to live for a woman. Nobody cares for women's modesty there bcoz of the ... Read More
Expat in gurgaon: salary/nightlife/safety by wafa mahbouli
Hi All, i'll be traveling to Gurgaon for one year fixed term contract on December 2015 and I have a few questions if you could help me please: 1) i'll be getting 900 USD/month is that enough to live a comfortable life in india ...
Delhi, Gurgaon and NCR are the rape capitals of India. Read about India's daughter story online. You will get to know the truth. You can't trust anyone in Delhi, Gurgaon or NCR even if you know them closely for a very long time. People are ... Read More
How much of my charity money actually goes to the people in need? by socialispiice
I am not going to take names of organization, but i would like transparency in this matter. How much out of $80/month would actually reach the destination?
Spare time on a weekend and give directly to the orphanage or school to whom you want to extend your help. Read More
Indian want to marry Algerian girl - Procedures? by GardenHeart3490
Hi Everyone, I'm an Indian when i recently when to Algeria for project training . I meet one girl and we have decided to marry what are the procedure to get the Algerian visa. Kindly please help me on that because their parents also accepted ...
If you are a non Muslim, then you would be forced to convert to Islam to marry her. Are you ready to do that? Read More
Life in Algeria for non Muslims
Hi, I have an offer of employment in Algeria. Before considering it, I have a few questions that I would like non Algerians on this forum to answer for me. 1) Is Sharia law implemented and imposed upon non Muslim expats who go, live and work in ... Read More
Informazione importante paga cuoco italiano in india
If its a gourmet resto in a big brand hotel, it would be 100000 Rs. and upwards per month. Hilton is good, check out others. Read More
Your experience of culture shock in India by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in India. What is ...
You are spot on about the on spot fines. Read More
Boring Bangalore???
Whoever says boring Bangalore must be color blind. It is 'Rocking Bangalore'. Bangalore is the most happening of all other Indian cities. Read More
Don't Drink the water and other digestive issues by northst
Hello! In my travels to India in the past (I live in the US) the rule was always bottled water only and no raw fruits or veg. I am now taking a long term assignment in Hyderabad and would like any information on how long it would take to adapt to ...
When you get RO purified water from other suppliers, it passes through two to three more steps until it reaches your home. There is a good probability of recontamination in those stages. Better have a RO purifier at home and use the same purified ... Read More
Don't Drink the water and other digestive issues by northst
Hello! In my travels to India in the past (I live in the US) the rule was always bottled water only and no raw fruits or veg. I am now taking a long term assignment in Hyderabad and would like any information on how long it would take to adapt to ...
Use a reverse osmosis water purifier. It will make tap water pure enough for drinking. Slightly expensive but nonetheless, the best way to purify water. Connect the purifier to your kitchen sink tap and drink the water. Read More
Music in India
Bangalore is the musical capital of India. Shillong is a close second. You find a rich tradition of Western classical and contemporary music and Carnatic music in Bangalore. They coexist without conflict. There are even crossover fusion bands in ... Read More
American Girl Returning To India In A Few Days by MyHindiHeart
That's right! For any of you not familiar with my story, I'm an American girl who has traveled to India once already. I stayed 4 months and came to India alone. I loved it! I'm finally going back in a few days! I can't wait! I write ...
Good luck with your relationship. If you are in Delhi, always travel with some company. Try avoiding late night outs by all means. You should be safe that way. Read More
American Girl Returning To India In A Few Days by MyHindiHeart
That's right! For any of you not familiar with my story, I'm an American girl who has traveled to India once already. I stayed 4 months and came to India alone. I loved it! I'm finally going back in a few days! I can't wait! I write ...
Mr. Senior citizen, Why don't you find someone your age to meet and have coffee with? This is not some dating website. It is an expat site for general information. Google 'Octagenerian dating websites'. I'm sure you'll meet ... Read More
Indian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in India? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of India and why not your best recipe. Thank you ...
If you ever get a chance to visit Mangalore, do ask me about the good joints. I can help you with those. Pork there is so well prepared that it just hits your palate like an explosion of subtle tastes. You wouldn't even imagine ever that pork ... Read More
Indian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in India? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of India and why not your best recipe. Thank you ...
Once in Mangalore, I tried Pork butter masala. Never tasted anything like that ever in my life. It was amazingly succulent and delicious. The Mangalorean calamari fry and crab curry were to die for. Read More
Indian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in India? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of India and why not your best recipe. Thank you ...
Fred, Curry restaurants in the UK are mostly associated with cuisines from the North or East of India. I suggest you explore the Southern and Western cuisines in India. You will find tastes varying from bland to ultra spicy. Konkani, Mangalorean ... Read More
Indian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in India? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of India and why not your best recipe. Thank you ...
The potato curry with a dosa is rich in carbohydrates. That's why it is good as a workout meal. Read More
Indian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in India? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of India and why not your best recipe. Thank you ...
Dosa is good for building muscles.. :D Read More
Safety in India by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in India? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...
Just for the ease of you and all, I'm going to write in English and French here. Je crois fortement qu'un pays entièr en tant que l'Inde ne peut pas être mauvais à cause des actions d'une minorité. En fait, on ... Read More
Indian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in India? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of India and why not your best recipe. Thank you ...
I know a lot of you guys out there like idly, dosa and vada. But the dosa is the most healthiest option of all those. I eat a dosa with sambar whenever nothing wholesome is available around. Read More
Safety in India by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in India? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...
The United Nations ranking is lopsided. Do you actually know that a majority of rapes and crimes against women in the USA, UK and other Western countries are hushed up and not recorded? Police officers actively discourage Western women from ... Read More
Safety in India by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in India? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...
For me, it is quite simple to comprehend. When a woman says no to a man, the man must know that it is prudent to let her be. Most instances of harassment arise due to the inability to back off. Read More
Safety in India by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in India? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...
My Indian boss is from East India. He is Bengali, yet he speaks fluent Kannada. He is not reluctant to pick up the regional languages, he speaks all South Indian languages fluently. By the way, my boss is 45 years old. That's the kind of ... Read More
Indian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in India? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of India and why not your best recipe. Thank you ...
The yummier the topping, the more calories you would pile up on. :D Read More
Safety in India by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in India? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...
Well, a simple proper conversation with any native South Indian would enlighten you on the Hindi dominance in the North of India. It is more of a demographic fact than anything else. The number of Hindi speakers outnumbers any single linguistic ... Read More
Indian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in India? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of India and why not your best recipe. Thank you ...
It is a thin, crispy rice flour pancake roasted on an iron hotplate topped with veggies, in most cases, lightly spiced potato curry. The toppings can be varied as per personal tastes. Chicken, lamb, panir, other fancy toppings too. You can also get ... Read More
Safety in India by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in India? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...
I can vouch for Bangalore. I have seen strangers stop and help women in trouble here many times. It is a women friendly city where people see expats from different countries and do not intrude at all into private space. Bangalore is a mini New York ... Read More
Indian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in India? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of India and why not your best recipe. Thank you ...
One can get dosas of several types in South India. Depending on the constituents of the recipe, the name of the dosa changes. You can get chicken dosa, ragi dosa, and so on. Ragi is millet, I think. It is one of the most wholesome vegetarian ... Read More
Indian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in India? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of India and why not your best recipe. Thank you ...
My favorite dish in Bangalore would be Ragi dosa. It is served with palya. It is yummy and is extremely healthy for the health conscious. Read More
Safety in India by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in India? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...
The North of India is extremely unsafe. Most of the incidents that hog the limelight happen in the north. In the North, it would be unsafe to leave home after 10 pm. However in the South, in most cities , you can go out for a late night outing ... Read More
Divorce in UK by Gabriela1989
Hello My question is if a get married in India with an Indian citizen and we are coming to live in UK, can I get a divorce in here without going back in India? Subject to which country law is going to be the divorce process? I'm from Europe and ...
Why marry in the first place when the divorce procedure is contemplated much before the marriage? Read More
Casting for a French Mini Series by Casting Chennai
Hi, I am a freelance media professional based out of Chennai. I am currently casting for a French Mini Series to be shot in India, called Rani. I am a new member on this blog and I hope to reach out to those who might be interested in this ...
If you need someone who speaks French, let me know. What are the dates, duration, payment terms? Read More
Job offer in Bangalore - What is an acceptable salary? by clarita29
Hi everyone, I am new to this forum and I thought that it would be best to post an article as I don't seem to find recent posts on the topic. I have just been offered a job in Bangalore within the food industry sector - research and ...
You should settle for a salary of 1.05 lakh post-tax as tax slab for that salary is 30%. You can negotiate with your employer. What other benefits do you got? Je parle français et je suis un expatrié habitant à ... Read More
Karaoke Wednesdays evenings
This is an informal gathering where you can walk in. No membership fees, no enrollment, no restrictions on number of people in a group, no nothing. Just walk in, come and sing! You can order your own food and drinks in-house as you wish to. God ... Read More
Healthcare in India by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in India ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in India? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
Public sector health care is the best only in CGHS. Never even think about stepping into any other public hospital here. People die due to constant bureaucratic delays in healthcare in public hospitals. The flipside is private health care sector ... Read More
Karaoke Wednesdays evenings
Hi all, All the Karaoke lovers out there! Wednesday evenings are Karaoke evenings in Bangalore city. Expats who would like to join for an evening of Karaoke over some drinks, snacks or dinner can holler back. :D You don't have to be a ... Read More
Can my family and I live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon by rhiggins
Hello everyone, Please advise if my family (2 adults and 1 child) will be able to live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon. This to include: School fees for inception (4 years old) at a international private school 3 bedroom apartment or villa ...
First and foremost, the salary of 4,00,000 or more is equivalent to a cushy life anywhere in most big Indian metros for a family of 5(husband, wife, 3 kids). The filipino commenting earlier has got no clue about what he is talking. Even my white ... Read More
how to go ranthambhore national park from New delhi ? by chrisgrgsw
Can anybody tell me how to go ranthambhore national park from New delhi ? :)
Contact any good travel agent in Delhi for help. They would arrange your trip. Read More
Moving to Bangalore soon by Fil indien
We are a french Family with 3 kids. We will move to Bangalore in july. We will come in february for one week to find a location and a good school for our children. I'd like to find friends to communicate with in this new and so different country ...
Thats a very half baked answer. Expats live across in several areas in Bangalore. Please look around the demographics of the city before making such an off the cuff comment. My Mexican friends stay at Victoria Layout, French friends in IndiraNagar ... Read More
student visa for foreigner.
You dont require another visa unless if you want to work in India. Read More
Francophone/Hispanophone/ Lusophone/ Italophone activity partners
Thank you, James! I am proficient in different European languages and India is a diverse country for languages. Yet the European language speakers are scattered far and few in between. it makes it a tad difficult to reach out to any such speakers ... Read More
Francophone/Hispanophone/ Lusophone/ Italophone activity partners
Hi there, I am an expat and I am looking to meet Francophone/ Hispanophone/ Lusophone/ Italophone/ Russophone speakers across Bangalore as activity partners. Just want to string up a conversation in French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or ... Read More
Chess club
Thanks Kenjee! There's a gaping hole in the form of a chess club for expats here in Bangalore. Thanks for the support from the expat-blog team, Cheers, Nash Read More
Chess club
Hi all, I am a chess enthusiast. I would like to meet like minded people who love chess and like to play a few games of chess over a cup of coffee anytime during weekends on Saturdays or Sundays. Feel free to reach out. Inbox me. You can be from ... Read More
Pool party and musical concert - Free passes
Hi, The free passes are already closed. I got the last few remaining. You can come along and join. You can bring any other friends as well(only single females or couples). Its totally free. No charges. Cheers, Nash Read More
Pool party and musical concert - Free passes
Hi all, There's a pool party at Vivanta by Taj along with a musical concert by Bangalore's current hot Rock and Pop English band on this Sunday, 3rd August at 4 PM. I got free passes for 5 people(Only couples or single women allowed). You ... Read More
Expat meet-up tonight
Any expats looking forward to join us tonight for the musical night can drop in at Hard Rock Cafe, St. Mark's road at 7.30 PM Read More
Expat meet-up tonight
Well we enjoy a lot singing away well into the night with food and drinks around. Read More
Expat meet-up tonight
Hi, We got an expat-meetup on Wednesday at Hard Rock Cafe. Be there by 7.30 PM sharp. Cheers, Nash Read More
Redheads
@mas_fred, I didn't know your sis is a redhead. Nonetheless it does not concern a particular person. I wouldn't venture anywhere near your sis from now on..thanks anyway Read More
Redheads
To rub a redheads head is good luck. Is there a belief in any country like that? Just asking, no offense meant please. Read More
Europian girl in Kerala by leilage24
Hello, I am planning to move to Kerala, I have question if it is safe place for living, how is with language is it necessary Malayalam or with English would be fine? How is with finding a job? Is it really difficult? People are there very ...
Kerala has one of the highest rates of crime against woman in India. It is a patriarchal society out there. Think twice before you move to this place. It's definitely Devil's own citadel from what my European women friends have told me. A ... Read More
Need to decide for or against Bangalore soon! by ChicagoRaj
hi, I've been offered a new job in Bangalore by my boss who assures me it's a great opportunity. I think he's right, but I need advice. First the salary: I am getting paid around $170,000 here in Chicago and my boss says I will keep my salary. I ...
Hi ChicagoRaj, At the end of the day, if you got the dough sufficient for a city's up-class lifestyle, then any civilized and developed city will be good enough. You are safe that way in Bangalore. I'm looking to move to another corporate ... Read More
Expat meet-up tonight
We're hosting an expat meet-up tonight at Opus, Vasanthnagar filled with fun, frolic and music. See y'all there at 8.30 PM. Cheers, Nash Read More
Business trip to Durban - Travel, accommodation, visa expenses
Hi all, I will be traveling to Durban on a business trip in the next 5-6 months. What are the visa expenses from India to South Africa, travel and accommodation expenses in Durban for a stay of a week? Given the high crime rate in South Africa, I ... Read More
marriage by yadhukrishna.kr
hi I'm yadhukrishna I love a Phil's girl .. but the problem is she is 2 year's older then me .. and I'm still studying ... after 2 year's I will finish my study and I will get job ... I want to marry her .. how could I convince her that I love ...
Women are tricky creatures! Got to learn to live with them, love them or hate them, they'll always be an integral part of my life. Read More
marriage by yadhukrishna.kr
hi I'm yadhukrishna I love a Phil's girl .. but the problem is she is 2 year's older then me .. and I'm still studying ... after 2 year's I will finish my study and I will get job ... I want to marry her .. how could I convince her that I love ...
Ask her straight. Don't beat around the bush. Read More
Expat Get Together In Bangalore by Romeo D.
Hello Everyone I would like ypto start by wishing you a Happy New Year and wish all good things to happen in you lives in this year 2014. Well I have been members of this woderfull expat community recently but I used to be member of other expat ...
Thanks for the kind words, Habib! We plan to work up the magic with the music more often now. The meet-ups are so much more vibrant now than the dull and sullen. Read More
Expat Get Together In Bangalore by Romeo D.
Hello Everyone I would like ypto start by wishing you a Happy New Year and wish all good things to happen in you lives in this year 2014. Well I have been members of this woderfull expat community recently but I used to be member of other expat ...
Hi Habib, Another wonderful night of music..Only this time it was Jazz. The night kept rolling like it was flowing. We had 12 expats turn up for the meet-up. Our meet-ups are definitely happening now. Cheers, Nash Read More
Expat Get Together In Bangalore by Romeo D.
Hello Everyone I would like ypto start by wishing you a Happy New Year and wish all good things to happen in you lives in this year 2014. Well I have been members of this woderfull expat community recently but I used to be member of other expat ...
All set for the second expat meet-up today at 8.30 PM. All happening at OPUS!! Cheers, Nash Read More
Expat Get Together In Bangalore by Romeo D.
Hello Everyone I would like ypto start by wishing you a Happy New Year and wish all good things to happen in you lives in this year 2014. Well I have been members of this woderfull expat community recently but I used to be member of other expat ...
Hey Hasnaa, The music was mind-blowing..We are meeting up next Wednesday at Opus again. It was a great mixture of expats from the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia. We chatted leisurely over drinks and snacks. Cool stuff indeed! Not the run of ... Read More
Expat Get Together In Bangalore by Romeo D.
Hello Everyone I would like ypto start by wishing you a Happy New Year and wish all good things to happen in you lives in this year 2014. Well I have been members of this woderfull expat community recently but I used to be member of other expat ...
Hi Habib, !0 of us, expats met at OPUS yesterday and there was a special KARAOKE night honoring women. It was an amazing night filled with wonderful music and a great crowd. We're planning to meet up every week at OPUS and other nightclubs across ... Read More
Expat Get Together In Bangalore by Romeo D.
Hello Everyone I would like ypto start by wishing you a Happy New Year and wish all good things to happen in you lives in this year 2014. Well I have been members of this woderfull expat community recently but I used to be member of other expat ...
Thanks to all those who attended the meet-up!! We all had an amazing evening at OPUS. Read More
Expat Get Together In Bangalore by Romeo D.
Hello Everyone I would like ypto start by wishing you a Happy New Year and wish all good things to happen in you lives in this year 2014. Well I have been members of this woderfull expat community recently but I used to be member of other expat ...
Hope you can join us when you are in Bangalore the next time around. There is always a next time!!! Read More