General Info

[Sss Foru]

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[Delhi Zen]

Also note that if you have an India SIM in your phone, incoming calls, from any country, are free.

[Delhi Zen]

If you’re going to monger in India, you’ll almost certainly need a mobile phone with you. However, the last thing you want to do is use your home network for calls, as you’ll waste a huge amount on roaming costs, when you could be spending it on pussy.

Indian cellular networks work under the GSM900 and GSM1800 standards. GPRS is also widely available. If you have a dual band phone that works in Europe (GSM1800) and in the UK (predominantly GSM900), then your mobile phone will work all over India. Delhi and most of Northern India is on the GSM900 standard, though some northern states run on GSM1800. If your current phone is compatible with these networks, make sure you bring it with you.

SIM cards are widely available throughout India, at shopping malls, markets and even at road stalls. It’s fairly easy to buy a SIM card, and they are very cheap – local calls and calls to other mobiles (within India) cost around USD 0.04 per minute. If you don’t own a GSM dual band phone, they are also widely available – a cheap one shouldn’t cost you more than USD 50.

[Delhi Zen]

Not true. They are available. None of brands that you have said has stopped manufacturing.

That's interesting. I read something last year that India had signed a patent agreement which would spell the end of many generic drugs. But Viagra generics are such big business - who would seriously kill that cash cow?

[Santa3]

Not true. They are available. None of brands that you have said has stopped manufacturing.

[Jaramas]

In Coimbatore we are all of a sudden not getting the Indian versions of Cialis likeTadlafil, Tadalis, Apcalis etc. Also, they are claiming that Caverta, Penegra, Kamagra etc have stopped being manufactured. Is this true?

What is the situation in other cities like Bangalore, Chennai etc.

[Delhi Zen]

i thought ranbaxy's caverta was pretty good. got the 50ml tabs for about 80 rupees. i chose ranbaxy as they are the largest pharmaceutical company in india, and a lot of their stuff goes for export.

only ever took half or less than half at a time, otherwise the side effects are the flushes, and a cock that just won't go to sleep! never got 'hangovers' from it though.

i wont be able to give you website addresses but these pills are pretty good. i like penegra most. it makes you rock hard but i need to have only 1/4th! also next day hangover is really bad

when you take viagara, you feel like a zombie. your body lags behind brain mostly and sexual enjoyment is decreased but hardness is classic adult movies star like. white light appears magenta for time!

anyone else wanna share their experience.

[Delhi Zen]

Just a quick rundown for those of you who have not yet made arrangements for a visa.

All foreign nationals, require a visa to enter India. If you do not hold an Indian Passport, you will need a visa to enter the country.

You can make an application for a visa to your nearest Indian Mission (embassy or consular office). Applications can be made in person or by post. You cannot apply for a visa when you arrive in India: make sure you arrange your visa before you travel.

Whichever country you are based in, the embassy will require the following:

1. Correctly completed application form in BLACK INK AND BLOCK CAPITALS.
2. Original passport. It must be valid for AT LEAST SIX MONTHS and have AT LEAST 4 FREE PAGES.
3. Correct visa fee, payable only in CASH or by BANK DRAFT.
4. Minimum of two passport-size photographs.
5. If you do not hold a passport for the country you are resident in, you must supply proof of residency (e.g. National ID Card, Driver's Licence). You are likely to be charged extra for your visa, and processing time may be longer (allow 3 weeks minimum).

Pakistani and Bangladeshi nationals need to apply on special application forms, and provide 5 passport-size photographs.

Applications in person are often dealt with on the same day. You need to arrive at the embassy before a certain time in the morning. Cut off times vary from embassy to embassy. If you have a straightforward case (e.g. you are applying for a Tourist Visa in your home country, and your application has no errors), then generally your passport and visa will be ready to collect the same afternoon. Some Missions require collection the following day, so you may need to make more than one journey to the embassy.

Applications by post are suitable when you live a considerable distance from the nearest Indian Mission. Many US citizens will find this to be the case. With postal applications, you should allow a minimum of 3 weeks for processing. You should send all relevant documents via recorded delivery. Make sure you put your name and address on the outside of the envelope. You will also need to include a pre-paid self-addressed envelope, which can be used to return your documents to you.

Tourist Visas

The Tourist Visa is a multiple entry visa valid for a period of 180 days, granted for the purpose of tourism. Visits to family and friends are covered by this visa. The six month Tourist Visa is valid from the date of issue. Tourist Visas can also be given for 3 months, but are gradually being phased out.

The general requirements are:

1. A correctly completed application form in BLACK INK AND BLOCK CAPITALS.
2. The applicant's original passport. It must be valid for AT LEAST SIX MONTHS and have AT LEAST 4 FREE PAGES.
3. Correct visa fee, payable only in CASH or by BANK DRAFT.
4. Two passport-size photographs.
5. If you do not hold a passport for the country you are resident in, you must supply proof of residency (e.g. National ID Card, Driver's Licence). You are likely to be charged extra for your visa, and processing time may be longer (allow 3 weeks minimum).

By the way, can anybody tell me how to enable BBCode? This report would be a lot neater if I could format it.

Cheers.

[Shamas]

The type of info I'm talking about concerns hotels, eating, transportation, city maps and so on. I'm well aware of the threats to the providers who service our wants, needs and desires.

I did find a great web site dealing with train travel which answered so many of my questions.

I've been on the official Indian tourism web site and IMHO it leaves much to be desired. It just doesn't have as much info as I expected.

I have a good idea about hotels but I feel each city on this board should have hotel and restaurant sections.

Thanks so much

Shamas

[Rajarao]

In some countries you can see the forums with detailed info. But here in India it is not possible. If you post some information in public websites, the places will be raided by police quickly. So, normally people pass on info through PM mostly.

Thanks guys for the info.

I went to Cambodia last year and there are a few web sites with very detailed reports on overland travel, I'm surprised at the lack of simular info on Napal.

I've read a few web sites on India and so far I'm not impressed by the amount of available info. N O T saying I'm not impressed by India, just the web sites don't impress me. Some of the Cambodia sites listed extensive reviews on hotel and resturants.

Well, looks like I have an opportunity to get a site started dedicated to the other things we have to have, a roof over our heads and nourishment beyond the big V or Micky Ds.

Again guys thanks

Shamas O'D

[Rajarao]

You can also enter into Nepal from Siliguri (Railway Station Name: New Jalpaiguri / Airport Bagdogra). One entrence point is just near to Siliguri via panitanki and the other is Near Mirik (near Darjeeling).

This is route will help you if you are want to touch Calcutta. From Calcutta it is overnight journey by trains or "Racket" buses.

Looking for information on train travel from Delhi to Katmandu Napal, any web sites ?

Thanks so much

Shamas O'Dognasty

[Shamas]

Thanks guys for the info.

I went to Cambodia last year and there are a few web sites with very detailed reports on overland travel, I'm surprised at the lack of simular info on Napal.

I've read a few web sites on India and so far I'm not impressed by the amount of available info. N O T saying I'm not impressed by India, just the web sites don't impress me. Some of the Cambodia sites listed extensive reviews on hotel and resturants.

Well, looks like I have an opportunity to get a site started dedicated to the other things we have to have, a roof over our heads and nourishment beyond the big V or Micky Ds.

Again guys thanks

Shamas O'D

[Bowled Over]

Looking for information on train travel from Delhi to Katmandu Napal, any web sites ?

Thanks so much

Shamas O'Dognasty

No trains to Katmandu...but you can get close to Nepal by going to a station called Gorakhpur, which is close to the Nepal border.
Try www.indianrail.gov.in and the link which says "train between important stations"...
Better to fly from Kolkatta or Delhi.

Enjoy !
Bowled Over

[Gossy]

Kathmandu is connected by the railway yet. You can take a train from Delhi to Gorakhpur (check out www.indianrail.gov.in ; there are plenty of options) and pick a cab/ local bus for Sunauli (pretty run-down place with mostly truckers). Cross over the border into Bhaiwara which is much nattier and neater than the Indian side. From Bhaiwara, you can take any tourist bus/ taxi (depending on your budget) for Kathmandu - the road between Bhaiwara and Kathmandu is a treat, especially after the bumpy and dusty ride from Gorakhpur to Sunauli.

Hope that helps and have a safe and pleasant trip to Nepal.

Gos

Looking for information on train travel from Delhi to Katmandu Napal, any web sites ?

Thanks so much

Shamas O'Dognasty

[Matka]

There is no direct train service to Nepal from India. You can go up to Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh from Delhi. From there, you can take regular bus to Kathmandu. Or, you can go to Virgunj, cross the border on foot, or by bicycle Rickshaw, and then take bus on Nepal side.

All of the above are quite inconvenient, as border areas are not that safe at evenings or nights. It is much better to take a 45 min. flight from Delhi to kathmandu. There are at least 3-4 airlines competing for limited tourists. It is not that expensive, if booked at least 2 weeks before.