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Micky Fernandez

Micky Fernandez

@Micky Fernandez

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American expat in India

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Lives in Kolkata

Registration: 01 September 2012

Micky Fernandez
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11 years ago
nealf

Schools in Chennai ? by nealf

I am moving to Chennai to work at the airport. I have 3 children, 10, 8 and 5. Where can I send them to school ? I know the Indian schooling system is excellent. We are happy to send them to an Indian or British school and are happy to pay fees. ...

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One of my favourite websites, bestindiaedu.com has this page which contains many Montessori, Catholic or other religious, and Don Bosco (schools with a very good reputation in India) in Chennai. A search through the Local tab yielded these results ... Read More

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11 years ago

Looking for information

Morocco Embassy??? If you want to extend your INDIAN visa then you go to the INDIANS who provide that; you go to the Chamber of Horrors (otherwise known as the FRRO or Foreigners Regional Registration Office). Read More

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11 years ago
sweetum

Register foreign marriage in India. by sweetum

Hello everyone! Anybody here who got married (civil marriage and traditional marriage) to a foreigner girl abroad and got their marriage registered in India? What were the procedures and how long did it take to register the marriage as per the ...

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I am the opposite; I am a foreigner who married an Indian woman. Getting the marriage certificate itself was easy, but getting it accepted by the Chamber of Horrors (otherwise known as the FRRO or Foreigners Regional Registration Office ) for a PIO ... Read More

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11 years ago

Expat Input Required

What help do you need from us? Read More

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11 years ago

Russian Speakers or expats in Kolkata

From this article and from my own blog post there is a group called "Russians in Kolkata". I cannot locate the group, but I found Anastasia Sinha Roy, one of the members of the group, at Google+. You may want to contact her to find out ... Read More

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11 years ago

where can i find Afro hair saloon in kolkata?

A search through the Local tab of Google+ yielded nothing. However, I would guess that there are some hair stylists in Picnic Garden who would be familiar with that, as the African community seems to reside there. Read More

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11 years ago
rajrana1981

GOOD NEWS FOR PIO by rajrana1981

Hello All GOVT OF INDIA IS UPDATING VISA RULES INCLUDING PIO . Here are the details of PIO which might help expats DETAILS : Persons of Indian Origin Card (PIO Card) is a form of identification issued to a Person who holds a passport in another ...

Micky Fernandez

I heard about this at about the same time that Modi was in New York. I then went to IndiaMike.com to find out the ramifications of this, and to find out whether or not it was recommended to me. I am a Caucasian American male living in Kolkata with ... Read More

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11 years ago

Master in Tourism & Hospitality Man. in India

One of my favourite websites is bestindiaedu. For you, the applicable webpages seem to be: - ... Read More

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12 years ago
jai_Viru

income Tax return by jai_Viru

Greetings, I need a info regard filling income tax return in India. I was born and bought up in India & I work in Afghanistan since 2009 .I don't have any assets in India.I have a saving account and my salary will be deposited in my brother ...

Micky Fernandez

The question is not do you "need" to pay income tax; the question is do you "want" to pay income tax. If yes, then I would suggest that you get some psychiatric help. Read More

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12 years ago
AimilillyNZ

Salary & Cost of Living Advice for New Delhi - can you help? by AimilillyNZ

Hi everyone, I am a New Zealander who has been offered a posting in New Delhi for one year, with salary of 45,000 p.m. I should point out that the position is with a humanitarian NGO, and salary is certainly not my motivation in moving to India. ...

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[ Moderated : Inappropriate content, Please avoid generalisation ] Read More

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12 years ago
Dana1910

Considering moving to dehli later this year ! by Dana1910

Hi, I'm a mum of 2 young children (2 &4) considering moving to dehli later this year as my husband has been offered a job there. We are looking for any advice people with young families can give about having young kids in dehli. Our main concerns ...

Micky Fernandez

1) Home-schooling. In this way they can be engaged, learn and actually comprehend things. The Indian way of teaching is geared toward teaching robots--by rote learning. 2) Other countries are not India. Other countries do not have Delhi, the Rape ... Read More

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12 years ago

You are here!

In this specific blog post, I name and provide links of many bloggers here in India who are at Expat-Blog.com. Read More

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12 years ago
Helen Trinh

How safe is India? by Helen Trinh

My female friend and I will attent a wedding in Kolkatta first week of June. Stay there for four days and then explore Nepal for four days How safe is Kolcatta? I read on the news quite often that is not a safe country (especially for girls). Whats ...

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You read correctly. India has become the RCW (Rape Capital of the World) with Delhi as the Rape Capital of the Rape Capital of the World. Kolkata is not much better, especially with Her Royal Highness Mamata Banerjee saying that reports of rapes are ... Read More

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12 years ago
Dana1910

Considering moving to dehli later this year ! by Dana1910

Hi, I'm a mum of 2 young children (2 &4) considering moving to dehli later this year as my husband has been offered a job there. We are looking for any advice people with young families can give about having young kids in dehli. Our main concerns ...

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Keep you children indoors all of the time. There are many child rapists in India. Just read any edition of the Times of India or the Telegraph for verification of this. Read More

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12 years ago
chuckles1978

Moving to India by chuckles1978

Hello I am planning to move and settle in India with the intention of getting married to my Indian girlfriend, who is resident in Bangalore. The thought of moving to India on a permanent basis is overwhelming and I was hoping to be able to use this ...

Micky Fernandez

A PIO (Person of Indian Origin) Card is probably the best and most appropriate travel document for you. It is good for 15 years and you qualify for it once you are married to an Indian citizen. I have heard that you need to be married for at least ... Read More

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12 years ago
Helenmartin

WHICH IS THE GOOD FOREIGN COUNTRY for an Indian to RELOCATE????!!!!!!! by Helenmartin

Hello Am a Indian female who is looking at options for relocating myself away from India. Which country would you recommend? It would eulogize if expats can share your opinions.

Micky Fernandez

I have read that Nepal has an open border with India. If that is true then you can live in Nepal and come and go as you like. Read More

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12 years ago

You are here!

Be sure to read my updated blog post Indians? and Indians!. Many of you are mentioned in it! Read More

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12 years ago

Stay safe, everyone!

Yes, I was referring to Erin; and in reply to Priscilla, I thought that I provided the link. I am now copying-pasting the news article here. http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Agra-auto-driver-kills-American-wife-self/articleshow/30807818.cms Read More

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12 years ago

Stay safe, everyone!

Living in India, I thought that I was unique. After joining expat-blog.com, however, I came to know that there are very many expats in India, many of whom are women who married Indians. This specific event is sad, but I suppose that it is not ... Read More

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12 years ago
Micky Fernandez

Liebster Award for Bloggers by Micky Fernandez

I would like to write about the Liebster Award. Of course, there is nothing that prevents me from doing so but I think that it is more appropriate if I were actually nominated for it. And I think that this is appropriate only if the person making ...

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Perhaps to Mr Fernandez.I am not on Twitter so that honour will have to be given to someone else. I would not mind, however, being given the Nobel Prize in Thumb-Twiddling. Read More

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12 years ago
Micky Fernandez

Liebster Award for Bloggers by Micky Fernandez

I would like to write about the Liebster Award. Of course, there is nothing that prevents me from doing so but I think that it is more appropriate if I were actually nominated for it. And I think that this is appropriate only if the person making ...

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Not yet, but thank you for reading my blog in the meantime (and, hopefully, even after I write about it). Read More

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12 years ago

Liebster Award for Bloggers

I would like to write about the Liebster Award. Of course, there is nothing that prevents me from doing so but I think that it is more appropriate if I were actually nominated for it. And I think that this is appropriate only if the person making ... Read More

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12 years ago
davee

Bank accounts/social security number by davee

Hey guys, does anyone know if its possible to set up a bank account and social security number prior to arriving in the states on a H1B visa?

Micky Fernandez

Yes, that is correct. I used to work for Wells Fargo. There, we had people sign a form called the W-8 when they did not have a SSN (as opposed to a W-9 form for those who did provide a SSN) Read More

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12 years ago

Places to visit in San Francisco

My San Francisco post Read More

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12 years ago
sebastianberg

Yellow: new to India by sebastianberg

Hi! My name is Sebastian from Sweden and no we don't have any penguins nor polar bears ;). Me and my spouse are moving to India (Chennai) end of October. I am an electric engineer, working for ABB, who has been given this wonderful opportunity to ...

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diveandamans.com/ I have been to Marina Beach in Chennai; my wife and I spoke to someone who described the tsunami. Please say hello to Agnetha, Bjorn, Benny and Anni-Frid for me. Read More

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12 years ago
indians

Few Tips for Commuting in Delhi by indians

if you are not aware much of delhi places, people and culture/trend and are totally new to the city, the main concern for me will be safety, be it any city. [b][u]traveling[/u]:[/b] [b]Priority - Night Travelling / First Time - Branded ...

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This post was written over a year ago. Since then, an addition piece of advice is to NEVER, EVER, EVER take a bus with darkened windows. Read More

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12 years ago

charity works in India

http://www.ngosindia.com/ http://ngo.india.gov.in/ngo_stateschemes_ngo.php http://www.top10ngos.com/ Here in Kolkata, many people volunteer at Mother House. Read More

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12 years ago
aliceria

How to find a good truck driving school in india? by aliceria

I am interested in truck driving.I want to join a good truck driving school.So please tell me a good driving school in India.

Micky Fernandez

Why do you need to go to school? Have you seen how people drive in India? You do not need an education to drive erratically. Read More

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13 years ago
Melwin15

Suggest me some place to visit in India by Melwin15

hey peeps ..around india.. suggest me some place to visit ! i got staff tickets to fly around in india so wondering where to go :P

Micky Fernandez

My wife and I loved Chennai, especially Marina Beach. There, someone told us a story of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. Read More

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13 years ago
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13 years ago
mrs-shal

Any expats wishing to meet up in Kolkata? by mrs-shal

Hello! It would be nice to make some new friends around the city! I can't call myself new to Kolkata, but I have lived many years outside of it, so in my current visit to this great city, I wish to explore it better! Anyone wishing to catch up on a ...

Micky Fernandez

I would like to meet others, as long as it is in the Central area. (That is the only place I know and feel comfortable in.) Read More

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13 years ago
Julie

Interviews: expats in India by Julie

Hi all, We are setting up a new section on the website focused on you! The “Interviews” section will indeed feature expats all over the world. We are then looking for testimonies of people living in India interested in sharing their ...

Micky Fernandez

Your wish seems to be a two-part offer, and I am interested in both the interview and the testimony. However, many of us (myself included) are bloggers and have already written extensively about our adopted homes. I, myself, have written 232 ... Read More

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13 years ago
Armand

Public transportation in Kolkata by Armand

Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Kolkata ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...

Micky Fernandez

Partly inspired by this post, I have written SIX posts: Buses Taxis Rickshaws Trains, Trams and Metro Other public transportation Private transportation Read More

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13 years ago
Delta1212

Visa overstay by Delta1212

Hi, One of my relatives is a British citizen married to an Indian. She has stayed in India for the past 30 years and I don't see any Visa stamped in her passport. I talked to a local lawyer in India and they don't seem to have a clue on how it ...

Micky Fernandez

Wow! Your question is beyond my knowledge and experience. I believe that you can "regularize" overstaying a visa at an FRO/FRRO (Foreigners Regional Registration Office) but that may not be applicable or appropriate in this case. I can, however, ... Read More

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13 years ago

My blog is blocked

My blog--originating in India--is blocked in China. Of course, if you are a blogger in China, then your blog (most likely) is not blocked in China. My question, though, is: Are you able to read other blogs (originating from India), especially those ... Read More

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13 years ago
seamus72

Sick in Hospital in India by seamus72

Hello I am just trying to help my wife, who is Thai. We live in Hua Hin. I am English and trying to help my family from work at the moment. If anyone can give any information it would be very helpful. My wifes sister has been in India for 4 months ...

Micky Fernandez

Wow! Your situation sounds serious! I sympathize with you. The first thing that you ought to do is to make sure that she is not in a government hospital. Especially here in West Bengal (where I am) even healthy people die once they enter a ... Read More

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13 years ago

Foreigners scared of Delhi?

EVERYBODY should be scared of Delhi. Every rational, thinking person should be scared of Delhi. A place where females from age 3 to 103 are raped constantly is not a safe place for men either. Read More

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13 years ago
Alliecat

Got any 'tips' for a new expat to Delhi?? by Alliecat

I'll be arriving soon and wonder if any of you have any tips/suggestions for me? What do you wish somebody had told [i]you[/i] ahead of time?? Much appreciated! :)

Micky Fernandez

1) The country where I reside IS India, so I know the frequency and horrific nature of rape 2) I read Stop-Abusing-Women.blogspot.inwhich verifies this 3) 96% of women in Delhi feel unsafe 96% of women. That many women can not be wrong. 4) India has ... Read More

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13 years ago
raginloony

moving to new delhi !!! by raginloony

Hi there, im Gavin and ive recently joined. I am moving to New Delhi in a couple of months, am i better looking for accomodation once i arrive as people say it is cheaper to find once i am there, or finding it on the internet before i go ??? any ...

Micky Fernandez

If you want to check the Internet, then try the websites magicbricks.com and sulekha.com. They are the ones I turn to whenever I am looking for rental property or, in the case of the latter, for anything. Read More

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13 years ago
xNaNoUx

Safety by xNaNoUx

Hello to all expats in New Delhi, I hope you are all enjoying the Indian amazing culture. I'm about to apply for an internship in New Delhi in a hotel. I've done some online researches and all I could find was many news about high crime rate and ...

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I recently read a newspaper article that reported a survey in which 96% of the women in Delhi feel unsafe. That many women can not be wrong. Read More

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13 years ago

Recently moved to Mumbai

I have heard about Oregon. People there do not tan, they rust. (Ha ha. That is one of the many jokes I, as a (former) Californian heard about Oregon.) To learn about Mumbai, you may want to start with the films of Mumbai that are about Mumbai Films ... Read More

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13 years ago

Finding bank accounts

About a week ago, I read the following article Unclaimed bank accounts. I then realized that my father-in-law, who passed away 15 years ago, may have had some accounts at the time of his passing. In the United States, after a few years of no ... Read More

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13 years ago
Shouki

Egyptian Moving to San Francisco by Shouki

Dear All, am shouki and am planning to move to study in San Francisco, but i have no idea about accommodation, find a job, where to go out, night life and a lot of thing needed to move to another country. If anybody know anything about what i ...

Micky Fernandez

If you are in San Francisco then be sure to go to al-Masri Egyptian Restaurant http://www.almasrisfca.com/ If you are in San Francisco then I guess you missed the "Arab Spring" revolutions which actually did nothing other than to provide more of the ... Read More

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13 years ago

San Francisco Chinatown Parking

"San Francisco", "Chinatown" and "parking" are three terms that should never be in the same sentence. It is difficult to park in SF, and probably impossible to park in Chinatown. I think that is why public transportation is so prevalent in and ... Read More

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13 years ago
LadyDiNYC

Best neighborhood in San Francisco by LadyDiNYC

Hi Everyone, I am originally from Germany but we will move to San Francisco in the beginning of next year. I've visited the city before but I have no idea what are the nice areas to look for a rental apartment. So I hope you can help us with that, ...

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I always found the Panhandle (at the East end of Golden Gate Park) to be ideal. Read More

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13 years ago

New to San Francisco

Wear warm clothes; it is always foggy, especially in the morning. Read More

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13 years ago

need list of medical examination center in india

Where in Mumbai? It is a big city. Also, I do not know exactly how it works in Mumbai. In Kolkata, I go to a neighbourhood doctor who then writes up a prescription for me to go to a diagnostic centre, which will then run various tests, the results ... Read More

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13 years ago
wheelrim

Which Train and Class to get From Mumbai? by wheelrim

Hi good people. A follow up request from our last Post (The Last Time We were in Mumbai we drove there from UK). Still have not booked accommodation yet for the 3/4 day stay, however, we have narrowed it down. Your advice is sought with regard to ...

Micky Fernandez

I have been on the trains several times, and there is virtually just one class: Sleeper class. Unless you are referring to First Class. You may want to consider First Class; in June, the temperature will be hot and First Class has A.C. (Sleeper ... Read More

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13 years ago

Budget Hotels in New Delhi

I do not know of the district(s) of the train station(s) in Delhi. However, the following is of hotels that are less than 1,000 rupees per night. http://yellowpages.sulekha.com/delhi/tours-travel/hotels/prices-below-1000/567.htm I recommend that you ... Read More

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13 years ago
Alliecat

Got any 'tips' for a new expat to Delhi?? by Alliecat

I'll be arriving soon and wonder if any of you have any tips/suggestions for me? What do you wish somebody had told [i]you[/i] ahead of time?? Much appreciated! :)

Micky Fernandez

If you are in Delhi then you should be outside only between 1:00:00pm and 1:00:05pm. That is the only time of day when women in Delhi are not raped. Read More

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13 years ago

Repat from SF

I can not tell you much about Bangalore since I was there only once--for about a week--a few years ago. However, I hope that you will tell me about San Francisco. Read More

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13 years ago
EttaUtami

New to New Delhi by EttaUtami

Hi everyone, my name is Etta. I'm moving in to Delhi this coming January. I hope I can join some of your events or getting to know new friends. Cheers, Etta.

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Are you really in Delhi? Even after reading the newspaper reports? Read More

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13 years ago

expats and organisations in Pune

http://search.sulekha.com/sulekhasearch.aspx?loc=pune&ref=sulekha.com&txtsearch=ngo Read More

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13 years ago
Shel

Searching for accomodation in mumbai by Shel

hello! i am a 23yr girl from france and studying in mumbai. I'm looking for a bedroom in a flat, better in bandra/khar/santancruz etc... i'm okay with sharing as well,depends on the place...so if any of you have a flat and can accomodate me, please ...

Micky Fernandez

There is also Sulekha rentals.sulekha.com/mumbai-rent-properties and MagicBricks magicbricks.com/ Read More

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13 years ago

"Two month out" rule for tourist visa

Recently, I read http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-12-04/india/35593489_1_tourist-visa-tourist-arrivals-visa-on-arrival-scheme which states that the two-month rule has been eliminated. However, when I go to mha.nic.in, I do not see ... Read More

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13 years ago

Moving experiences - Relocations

I did not use a relocation service; I simply moved things with me http://mickyandrani.blogspot.in/2012/02/my-life-in-boxes.html However, this will not work if you have a family who is shifting with you. Read More

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13 years ago
nirmal patil

Packers and Movers in Hyderabad India by nirmal patil

I got a few suggestions in choosing the right packers and movers in Hyderabad. Once treasure their belongings and have a very emotional touch with them. They bring back your memories. I know how it feels when those precious items get damaged in ...

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My wife had a good experience with Syndot Packers and Movers in New Alipore, Kolkata http://yellowpages.sulekha.com/kolkata/syndot-movers-packers-new-alipore-kolkata_contact-address.htm?business=pmp. Their headquarters is there, but they have an ... Read More

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13 years ago

Driving license in India

Expatworld.org offers International Drivers Licenses. In India, you do not need to worry about the formalities of taking a test; have you not seen how bus, taxi and rickshaw drivers drive Read More

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13 years ago

how long days needed in order to be able to get a railway ticket

How can we tell you when you have not asked a proper question? Do you mean how far in advance you should book your ticket? Even that is not a proper question because it does not state where you are travelling. My wife and I usually go long distances ... Read More

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13 years ago
clarkej

P.I.O. Application question? by clarkej

Hello Everyone, I wonder if someone has any ideas on this question. I'm from England but my Grandfather was born in Lucknow, India in 1895. The family returned to England a few years later and I know that India doesnt allow Dual Passports. It's how ...

Micky Fernandez

Thank you Ameena for your quick reply. Yes, I know about the rule that you have to be married for at least one year (although I believe that there are exceptions) before applying for a PIO Card, but my wife and I have been married for a long time. ... Read More

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13 years ago
clarkej

P.I.O. Application question? by clarkej

Hello Everyone, I wonder if someone has any ideas on this question. I'm from England but my Grandfather was born in Lucknow, India in 1895. The family returned to England a few years later and I know that India doesnt allow Dual Passports. It's how ...

Micky Fernandez

I assume that you received your PIO Card a long time ago. I am soon going to apply for a PIO Card (based upon my marriage). I simply want to know how long it took before you received the card. Read More

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13 years ago

pet into India from USA

It is my impression that airlines will allow pets in cargo (although I have no idea about the procedures). I do know that Singapore Airlines will not allow pets, but apparently they do have an arrangement with http://www.petmovers.com/ to allow pets ... Read More

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13 years ago
Jo_lim

Singapore food in India- Mumbai??? by Jo_lim

Hi all, I heard local Indians are foodies and especially in a metropolitan city like Mumbai, the people there simply love food. So it this true? Also, where can I find Singapore food in India, Mumbai?

Micky Fernandez

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13 years ago

Documentary Movie.. looking for Spanish Expats in India

I assume that your documentary is completed, but for the enlightenment of others, I should mention that there are a lot of people from Spain in the central area of Kolkata. I believe that most of them volunteer at Mother House, and that some of them ... Read More

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13 years ago

Expat meet at Kolkata

I am here along Sudder St. Read More

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13 years ago
Lyanna

Hindi Language Lessons in Pune by Lyanna

Hi there, I'm keen to take up Hindi lessons. Any recommended language school or private tutors around Aundh area? Please advise! Many thanks, Lyanna

Micky Fernandez

If you want something more formal, and in Pune, there are http://yellowpages.sulekha.com/hindi-language-coaching_pune_contacts But as I wrote to someone else here at EB: I recommend the online resources http://taj.chass.ncsu.edu/ to learn the ... Read More

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13 years ago

recommendation for Hindi teacher

I recommend the online resources http://taj.chass.ncsu.edu/ to learn the written language, and http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hindi-Urdu_grammar. To increase your vocabulary, I am sure that there are adequate online Hindi dictionaries, but I suggest ... Read More

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13 years ago
Ioanna

What Can't You Find in India ? by Ioanna

Hello everybody out there in Gurgaon Greetings from Down Under! I am an expat from Australia who has most recently lived in Arabia for several years. Now it is time to pack my bags for life in India. The last time I was there I could not find a ...

Micky Fernandez

What can I not find? Indian men who do not spit and who do not urinate on the street, and Indian women. Indian women are not to be found on the trains; they seem to come out of their homes only for shopping. But since you qualified your statement by ... Read More

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13 years ago
jsan

Unclean water in Bhopal by jsan

I heard the news about unclean water suffers people in Bhopal, Can anyone give me opinions? What are the factors bringing about this situation and how can Indian gov. solve this problem? Thank you :)

Micky Fernandez

Unclean water in Bhopal? Have you not heard of Union Carbide? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhopal_disaster. The Indian government helped Warren Anderson. It is unlikely that they will ever admit that they were wrong. Read More

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13 years ago
ck1604

Networking meetings for expats in Kolkata? by ck1604

Hi, I´m new in town. Would like to get in contact with other expats (no matter what country - I´m german, 46 years old, by the way). Are there special meetings or what is the easiest way to get in contact in this town (special restaurants, ...

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I do not know how many, if any, expats there are but I do know that there are a lot of foreigners (most likely tourists) along Sudder St. Read More

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13 years ago

Visa Advice please

I am not in your situation, but I would think that you would have to apply for a new employment visa. I found this webpage which may or may not be helpful http://www.immigrationindia.nic.in/employment_visa2.htm Read More

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13 years ago

what is the best health club (gym) near vasant vihar, new delhi?

http://yellowpages.sulekha.com/delhi/gyms_vasant-vihar_delhi_area-listings/324.htm Read More

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13 years ago

"Two month out" rule for tourist visa

Yes, since David Headley, the Indian government has made the Tourist Visa less attractive. There are exceptions to the "David Headley" rule (two months out of India) which I have used ... Read More

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13 years ago
Micky Fernandez

Life is always a challenge. If you are indeed married to an Indian, then you ought to have/get a PIO (Person of Indian Origin) Card; it will simplify things. Read More

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13 years ago

Wish to Retire in India

How do you retire in India? Same way that you can retire anywhere; just make sure that you have the appropriate visa/travel document. From what you have written on your profile, you ought to get (if you do not already have) an OCI (Overseas Citizen ... Read More

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13 years ago
angrynerds

Railway System?? by angrynerds

Hello Everyone! My name's Melissa, I'm from Mexico. I will be in India for at least 3 months doing an intership. The thing is I'll be arriving to Mumbai the last days of December around 10pm but my final destination is Jalgaon... I know I need to ...

Micky Fernandez

Naval provided some good websites. I could be wrong, but I believe that the primary, accurate and official website is https://www.irctc.co.in/. However, I have found every Indian government website to be extremely user-unfriendly. (If anyone can ... Read More

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13 years ago

PIO Card application process

I believe that I have almost everything needed to apply for a PIO (Person of Indian Origin) Card (for which I qualify, based on my marriage). Anything that I do not have now (e.g., visa-sized photos) can be quickly and easily obtained. Within the ... Read More

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13 years ago

New in Trivandrum! NGO's in Trivandrum, friends!

If you are looking for NGOs then you may find some here: http://www.kerala.ngosindia.com/ http://www.indianngos.com/districts/Thiruvananthapuram.asp Read More

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13 years ago

5 good reasons for living in India

1. No TSA! 2. No TSA! 3. No TSA! 4. No TSA! 5. No TSA! Read More

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13 years ago

Can absolute freedom lead to anarchy?

Absolute freedom is anarchy. Why? Definition. Read More

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13 years ago

by passing the requirements for resident visa

The answer is to get a visa other than a tourist visa http://www.immihelp.com/nri/indiavisa/categories.html. However, they may be not appropriate in your case, and therefore may be difficult or impossible to get. The link did not mention the PIO ... Read More

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13 years ago

NFL football

ESPN? Every so often, if I wake up early enough, I am able to watch American baseball (usually of the Yankees' game) on ESPN. You may be able to watch NFL football on ESPN, as well. However, I have never bothered to look for it on Monday morning. ... Read More

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13 years ago
Robinkumar

Getting an Indian citizenship for an Australian citizen by Robinkumar

Pretty much summed up above. Just want to know the procedures for getting an Indian citizenship. Some things you should know are that I am an Australian born citizen and my Parents are born in India. Also if I was to get married to an Indian citizen ...

Micky Fernandez

Durtantoo provided good information and I know that the OCI is probably ideal and best. However, I believe that it is very difficult to get (although, in your case, I could be wrong). Regardless, you may want to consider the PIO (Person of Indian ... Read More

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13 years ago
Jeff Todd

Just arrived in Hyderabad by Jeff Todd

I have just arrived here in Hyderabad to set up a business and live. Outside that I'm looking for a social life and in my first week have only seen a couple of westerners. I've interest in fitness, yoga and football. I'm from the UK, but have been ...

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Banjara Hills?! I have heard that the place is very nice. I have heard that is where all the Telegu movie stars live. I hope that you will read my recent ... Read More

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13 years ago
bellefemme

Salons by bellefemme

Hi everyone, Just moved in from Singapore. Ohhh So many questions!!! But where would be a good salon for some great haircuts, clean place?? Thanksss

Micky Fernandez

Sulekha provides this: http://yellowpages.sulekha.com/ahmedabad/personal-care-services/women-beauty-parlours/319.htm?source=swsearch&ref=yellowpages.sulekha.com and, as always, you can filter it by locality. Read More

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13 years ago

Vets in ChennaiHi

Sulekha provides this: http://yellowpages.sulekha.com/chennai/health-services-medicine/clinics-doctors/veterinary-doctors/28.htm and, as always, you can filter it by locality. Read More

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13 years ago

Beer...!

From sulekha I found smehorizon.sulekha.com/pub-city-bangalore-to-go-microbrewing-for-beer_india-business-newsitem_1256333 and from google: ... Read More

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13 years ago
BobbyZ

Need advice. by BobbyZ

Hello Every one I am Bobby and I am planning to start a new restaurant in Hyderabad with an idea of bringing new varieties in food. I have been to US and Australia with the knowledge of food habits over I want to bring in some healthy and hygienic ...

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Where is your restaurant? My wife and I shall be staying at Nampally for a few days. Read More

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13 years ago

Shopping

Maybe this? http://yellowpages.sulekha.com/kolkata/home-products-services/home-accessories-decors/curtains-blinds/68.htm Read More

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13 years ago
radha389

Need packers and movers in navi mumbai by radha389

Hi friends, I am planning to more from Navi Mumbai to Thane next week.Please suggest me some good packers and movers company.I also want to shift my maruti zen to kolkata.I have 3bhk household stuff.Please tell me how much they gonna charge me and ...

Micky Fernandez

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13 years ago

Kolkata flatshare

I always go to sulekha.com/ for almost everything (including rentals) and magicbricks.com/ specifically for property. Read More

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13 years ago
ronit

best online shopping sites in india by ronit

Can anybody please suggest me some online shopping sites in banglore from where I can buy some formal wears

Micky Fernandez

As I wrote in mickyandrani.blogspot.in/2012/08/profile-favourite-websites.html, I like ebay.in. It seems to be appropriate in your case, as well. deals.ebay.in/clothing/ Read More

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13 years ago

Need some statistics

They do not seem to give specific numbers, but from google I found http://www.livemint.com/2009/07/29205216/Ahmedabad-kids-top-Internet-us.html http://daily.bhaskar.com/article/GUJ-AHD-ahmedabad-has-2nd-highest-internet-users-in-india-1824300.html Read More

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13 years ago
Armand

Public transportation in Kolkata by Armand

Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Kolkata ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...

Micky Fernandez

There are: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Kolkata I often go by taxi, rickshaw, auto-rickshaw, and bus. Taxi drivers often demand an exorbitant amount, but many of them will go by meter. Rickshaw prices have gone up about 100% in the ... Read More

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13 years ago

Chiropractors in Kolkata

The name of one doctor is provided at Sulekha yellowpages.sulekha.com/kolkata/health-services-medicine/clinics-doctors/chiropractors/33.htm Read More