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India, the world's largest democracy, has a very diverse population, geography, and climate. It is the world's second most populous country, as well as the seventh largest in area. Tourist facilities offer varying degrees of comfort. Amenities are widely available in large cities and tourist areas. Read the Department of State's Fact Sheet on India for additional information.
All U.S. citizens need a valid passport and valid Indian visa to enter and exit India for any purpose (also see Special Circumstances section below). Most visitors, including those on official U.S. government business, must apply for visas at an Indian embassy or consulate abroad before entering the country. U.S. citizens seeking to enter India solely for tourist purposes, and who plan to stay no longer than 30 days, may apply for an electronic travel authorization at least four days prior to their arrival in lieu of applying for a tourist visa at an Indian embassy or consulate. Please visit the Indian government's website for electronic travel authorization for additional information regarding the eligibilities and requirements for this type of visa. Without the electronic travel authorization, which must be obtained at least four days prior to arrival, visas are not available upon arrival for U.S. citizens. If you do not have a valid passport and visa you may be immediately deported. The U.S. Embassy and Consulates General in India cannot assist you if you arrive without proper documentation. Please carry photocopies of the bio-data page of your U.S. passport and the pages containing the Indian visa and Indian immigration stamps. If your passport is lost or stolen, copies will help you apply for a replacement passport and an exit visa from the Indian government. Replacing a lost visa, which is required in order to exit the country, may take three to four business days.
U.S. citizens wishing to visit India are responsible for requesting the correct type of visa from the Indian Embassy or Consulate. There are generally no provisions for changing your immigration category (e.g., from tourist to work visa) once you have entered the country. Indian visa regulations change frequently, often with little advance notice, and changes may be poorly advertised and inconsistently enforced. Travelers are urged to check the website of the Indian Embassy in Washington, D.C. before any travel to India to review the most current information. If you travel on a tourist visa, you are generally given six months of legal stay upon entering India; extensions are rarely granted. Indian visas may be obtained in the United States through Cox & Kings Global Services, the Government of India's visa contractor. Diplomatic and Official visa applications, however, are accepted directly at the Indian Embassy and Consulates. Please review the information on the Cox & Kings website to determine your purpose for travel and the most appropriate visa category. All U.S. government employees, including military personnel, must obtain country clearance for travel to India.
U.S. citizens of Pakistani origin or descent are subject to administrative processing and should expect additional delays when applying for Indian visas.
Foreign citizens who visit India to study, do research, work, or act as missionaries, as well as all travelers and residents planning to stay more than 180 days, are required to register their visit or residency within 14 days of arrival with the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) closest to where they will be staying in addition to having the appropriate visa when they enter India. The FRRO maintains offices in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Bengaluru (Bangalore), Lucknow, Calicut, Goa, Cochin, Trivandrum, and Amritsar. District Superintendents of Police serve as Foreigners Registration Officers (FROs) in all other places. Some U.S. citizens traveling to India on tourist visas may not be allowed re-entry to India within two months of departure without specific permission from an Indian embassy or consulate abroad. We recommend all U.S. citizens review the entry requirements described on the Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) section on the Indian Bureau of Immigration website. Travelers have reported that enforcement of this rule at ports of entry may be inconsistent.
If you overstay your Indian visa, or otherwise violate Indian visa regulations, you may require clearance from the Ministry of Home Affairs in order to leave the country. Generally you will be fined and, in some cases, may be jailed for months until deportation can be arranged. Visa violators seeking an exit clearance are requested to schedule an online appointment at the Ministry of Home Affairs website before visiting the Visa Facilitation Center at The Ministry of Home Affairs, Foreigners Division, NDCC-II Building, Sai Singh Road, New Delhi 110001 (tel. 91-11-2343-8037). Processing of an exit visa under these circumstances can take up to 90 days and decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis. Exit permits for children born in India via surrogacy face the same potential delays if the parents have violated Indian visa requirements.
For the most current information on entry and exit requirements, please contact the Embassy of India at 2536 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008, telephone (202) 939-9806 or the Indian Consulates in Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Atlanta, or Houston. Outside the United States, inquiries should be made at the nearest Indian embassy or consulate.
General information regarding Indian visa and immigration rules, including the addresses and telephone numbers for the FRRO offices, can be found at the Indian Ministry of Home Affairs Bureau of Immigration website.
HIV/AIDS RESTRICTIONS: There are no disclosure requirements or restrictions for HIV/AIDS patients who enter India on a tourist visa. Disclosure regarding HIV/AIDS is required of anyone seeking a resident permit in India. Foreign residents found to be suffering from HIV/AIDS will be deported. Please verify this information with the Embassy of India before you travel.
Information about dual nationality or the prevention of international child abduction can be found on the Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs website. For further information about customs regulations, please read our Customs Information page.
U.S. citizens should always practice good personal security. Be aware of your surroundings (including local customs and etiquette) and keep a low profile. Monitor local news reports, vary your routes and times in carrying out daily activities, and consider the level of security present when you visit public places, including religious sites, or choosing hotels, restaurants, and entertainment and recreation venues.
India continues to experience terrorist and insurgent activities which may affect U.S. citizens directly or indirectly. Anti-Western terrorist groups, some on the U.S. government's list of foreign terrorist organizations, are active in India, including Islamist extremist groups such as Harkat-ul-Jihad-i-Islami, Harakat ul-Mujahidin, Indian Mujahideen, Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Lashkar-e Tayyiba. The U.S. government occasionally receives information regarding possible terrorist attacks that could take place in India, monitors such information to determine credibility, and advises U.S. citizens accordingly. Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages from the Embassy automatically.
Past attacks have targeted public places, including some frequented by Westerners, such as luxury and other hotels, trains, train stations, markets, cinemas, mosques, and restaurants in large urban areas. Attacks have taken place during the busy evening hours in markets and other crowded places, but could occur at any time. Recent incidents include a series of bomb blasts at an election rally in Patna, Bihar that killed six and injured 85 others in October 2013; a series of explosions at the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya on July 7, 2013 that caused damage to the temple complex; an explosion on April 17, 2013 in Bangalore in which sixteen people were reported to have been injured; and twin bombings near a bus stop and commercial area in Hyderabad on February 21, 2013, that killed 17 and injured 119 bystanders. The Maoists (also known as "Naxalites") are the most active insurgent group in India. The Naxalites typically attack Indian government officials, but have also derailed trains, targeted other government buildings such as police stations, and kidnapped foreigners. They operate mostly in the more remote areas of the country.
Beyond the threat from terrorism and insurgencies, demonstrations and general strikes, or "bandh," often cause major inconvenience and unrest. These strikes can result in the stoppage of all transportation and tourist-related services, at times for 24 hours or more. U.S. citizens caught in such a strike may find they are unable to make flight and rail connections, as local transportation can be severely limited. Local media generally give an idea of the length and geographical location of the strike. Large religious gatherings that attract hundreds of thousands of people can result in dangerous and often life-threatening stampedes. Local demonstrations can begin spontaneously and escalate with little warning, disrupting transportation systems and city services and posing risks to travelers. In response to such events, Indian authorities occasionally impose curfews and/or restrict travel. You are urged to obey such curfews and travel restrictions and to avoid demonstrations and rallies as they have the potential for violence, especially immediately preceding and following political rallies, elections, and religious festivals (particularly when Hindu and Muslim festivals coincide). Tensions between castes and religious groups can also result in disruptions and violence. In some cases, demonstrators specifically block roads near popular tourist sites and disrupt train operations in order to gain the attention of Indian authorities; occasionally vehicles transporting tourists are attacked in these incidents. India generally goes on "High Alert" status prior to major holidays or events. You should monitor local television, print media, Mission India's American Citizens Services Facebook page, and enroll with the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program for further information about the current situation in areas where you will travel.
The U.S. Embassy and U.S. Consulates General in Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai will post information about routine demonstrations on the U.S. Embassy and U.S. Consulates General websites, under the heading "Demonstration Notices." Please monitor our websites regularly for information about protest activities in the country. Please note that the Embassy and Consulates General will issue emergency/security messages for other purposes, as necessary.
Religious violence occasionally occurs in India, especially when tensions between different religious communities are purposefully exacerbated by groups pushing religiously chauvinistic agendas. On August 27, 2013, clashes between the Hindu and Muslim communities of the Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, claimed 43 lives and injured 93. There are active "anti-conversion" laws in some Indian states, and acts of conversion sometimes elicit violent reactions from Hindu extremists. Foreigners suspected of proselytizing Hindus have been attacked and killed in conservative, rural areas in India in the past.
Swimming in India: You should exercise caution if you intend to swim in open waters along the Indian coastline, particularly during the monsoon season. Every year, several people in Goa, Mumbai, Puri (Odisha), off the Eastern Coast in the Bay of Bengal, and other areas drown due to strong undertows. It is important to heed warnings posted at beaches and to avoid swimming in the ocean during the monsoon season. Trained lifeguards are very rare along beaches.
If you visit the Andaman Islands, be aware that there have been reports of crocodile attacks in salt water in recent decades.. Four have resulted in fatalities, including a U.S. citizen tourist in April 2010. Ask local residents about dangerous sea life before swimming and keep a safe distance from animals at all times.
Wildlife safaris: India offers opportunities for observation of wildlife in its natural habitat and many tour operators and lodges advertise structured, safe excursions into parks and other wildlife viewing areas for close observation of flora and fauna. However, safety standards and training vary, and it is a good idea to ascertain whether operators are trained and licensed. Even animals marketed as "tame" should be respected as wild and extremely dangerous. Keep a safe distance from animals at all times, remaining in vehicles or other protected enclosures when venturing into game parks.
Trekking in India: Trekking expeditions should be limited to routes identified for this purpose by local authorities. Use only registered trekking agencies, porters, and guides, suspend trekking after dark, camp at designated camping places, and travel in groups rather than individually or with one or two companions. Altitudes in popular trekking spots can be as high as 25,170 feet (7,672 m); please make sure that you have had a recent medical checkup to ensure that you are fit to trek at these altitudes and carry sufficient medical insurance that includes medical evacuation coverage.
Train Travel: India has the third largest rail network in the world, and train travel in India generally is safe. Nevertheless, accidents and on-board fires are sometimes caused by aging infrastructure, poorly maintained equipment, overcrowding and operator errors. Train accidents and fires have resulted in the death and serious injury of passengers.
Areas of Instability:
Jammu & Kashmir: The Department of State strongly recommends that you avoid travel to the state of Jammu & Kashmir (with the exception of visits to the eastern Ladakh region and its capital, Leh) because of the potential for terrorist incidents, as well as violent public unrest. A number of terrorist groups operate in the state, targeting security forces in the region, particularly along the Line of Control (LOC) separating Indian and Pakistani-controlled Kashmir, and those stationed in primary tourist destinations in the Kashmir Valley: Srinagar, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam. Since 1989, as many as 70,000 people (terrorists, security forces, and civilians) have been killed in the Kashmir conflict. Foreigners are particularly visible, vulnerable, and at risk. In the past, serious communal violence left the state mostly paralyzed due to massive strikes and business shut downs, and U.S. citizens have had to be evacuated by local police. The Indian government prohibits foreign tourists from visiting certain areas along the LOC (see the section on Restricted Areas, below).
India-Pakistan Border: The Department of State recommends that you avoid travel to areas within ten kilometers of the border between India and Pakistan. Both India and Pakistan maintain a strong military presence on both sides of the border. The only official India-Pakistan border crossing point for persons who are not citizens of India or Pakistan is in the state of Punjab between Atari, India, and Wagah, Pakistan. The border crossing is usually open, but you are advised to confirm the current status of the border crossing prior to commencing travel. A Pakistani visa is required to enter Pakistan. Only U.S. citizens residing in India may apply for a Pakistani visa in India. Otherwise you should apply for a Pakistani visa in your country of residence before traveling to India.
Both India and Pakistan claim an area of the Karakoram mountain range that includes the Siachen glacier. Travel or mountain climbing in this area is highly dangerous. The disputed area includes the following peaks: Rimo Peak; Apsarasas I, II, and III; Tegam Kangri I, II and III; Suingri Kangri; Ghiant I and II; Indira Col; and Sia Kangri. Check with the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi for information on current conditions. (Please see the section on Smart Traveler Enrollment Program/Embassy Location above.)
Northeastern states: Incidents of violence by ethnic insurgent groups, including bombings of buses, trains, rail lines, and markets, occur with some frequency in the northeast. While U.S. citizens have not been specifically targeted, it is possible that you could be affected as a bystander. If you travel to the northeast, you should avoid travel by train at night, travel outside major cities at night, and crowds. Security laws are in force in the region, in recognition that these areas have a higher level of instability, and the central government has deployed security personnel. U.S. government employees are prohibited from traveling to the states of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Manipur without permission from the U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata. Restricted Area Permits are required for foreigners to visit certain Northeastern states (see the section on Restricted Areas, below.) Contact the U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata for information on current conditions. (Please see the section on Smart Traveler Enrollment Program/Embassy Location, above.)
East Central and Southern India: Maoist extremist groups, or "Naxalites," are active in East Central India primarily in rural areas. The Naxalites have a long history of conflict with state and national authorities, including frequent terrorist attacks on local police, paramilitary forces, and government officials, and are responsible for more attacks in the country than any other organization through an ongoing campaign of violence and intimidation. In May 2013, the Naxalites ambushed a convoy of political leaders in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh and killed 28 people, including the President of the state Congress Party and the founder of a government paramilitary group. In March 2012 Naxalite guerrillas abducted four persons including two Italian nationals from a remote area of southern Odisha. In February 2012, four officers of the Border Security Force (BSF) were killed in an ambush by Communist Party of India-Maoist rebels in the Malkangiri district of Odisha. Naxalites have not specifically targeted U.S. citizens but have attacked symbolic targets that have included Western companies and rail lines. While Naxalite violence does not normally occur in places frequented by foreigners, there is a risk that visitors could become victims of violence.
Naxalites are active in a large swath of India from eastern Maharashtra and northern Telangana through western West Bengal, particularly in rural parts of Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand and on the borders of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Odisha. Due to the fluid nature of the threat, all U.S. government travelers to states with Naxalite activity must receive authorization from the U.S. Consulate responsible for the area to be visited. U.S. officials traveling only to the capital cities in these states do not need prior authorization.
In June 2014 the south-central Indian state of Andhra Pradesh was split into two states: Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Details of the division are not yet decided or put into effect. Until the division is completed, tension may continue throughout Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. At times of heightened activity, you should monitor local media and avoid political rallies, demonstrations, and large crowds of any kind. The campus of Osmania University in Hyderabad has been the site of recurring civil disturbances regarding the Telangana statehood issue as well as throughout the remaining districts now comprising Andhra Pradesh. State bifurcation-related strikes and protests have occurred, lasted for lengthy periods, sporadically shut down transportation, disrupted municipal services, and resulted in police-ordered curfews. Within Hyderabad, organized demonstrations are often held at Indira Park, located on Lower Tank Bund Road, and adjacent areas surrounding Hussain Sagar Lake. Other locations where protests have occurred include the State Legislative Assembly, Gun Park, and Nizam College in Bashir Bagh. Use caution when visiting or driving through these sites, and avoid them altogether during periods of unrest or demonstrations. If you are residing or traveling in Andhra Pradesh or Telangana you should monitor the situation via media sources, including TV, radio and via the internet, enroll in STEP to receive updated security information from the U.S. Embassy or Consulate General and check the U.S. Embassy and Consulates General webpages regularly for demonstration notices.
Restricted/Protected areas: Certain parts of India are designated as "restricted areas" by the Indian government and require special advance permission to visit. These areas include:
- The state of Arunachal Pradesh
- Portions of the state of Sikkim
- Portions of the state of Himachal Pradesh near the Chinese border
- Portions of the state of Uttarakhand (Uttaranchal) near the Chinese border
- Portions of the state of Rajasthan near the Pakistani border
- Portions of the state of Jammu & Kashmir near the Line of Control with Pakistan and certain portions of Ladakh
- The Andaman & Nicobar Islands
- The Union Territory of the Laccadives Islands (Lakshadweep)
- Portions of the state of Manipur
- Portions of the state of Mizoram
- Portions of the state of Nagaland
More information about travel to/in restricted/protected areas can be found at India's Bureau of Immigration.
"Restricted Area Permits" are available outside India at Indian embassies and consulates abroad, or in India from the Ministry of Home Affairs (Foreigners Division) at Jaisalmer House, 26 Man Singh Road, New Delhi. The states of Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim maintain official guesthouses in New Delhi, which can also issue Restricted Area Permits for their respective states for certain travelers. While visiting Mamallapuram (Mahabalipuram) in Tamil Nadu, be aware the Indira Gandhi Atomic Research Center, Kalpakkam, is located just south of the site and is not clearly marked as a restricted and dangerous area.
For the latest security information, travelers should enroll in STEP to receive updated security information and regularly monitor travel information available from the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi as well as the U.S. Consulates General in Mumbai (Bombay), Chennai (Madras), Hyderabad, and Kolkata (Calcutta).
Stay up to date by:
- Bookmarking our Bureau of Consular Affairs website, which contains the current Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts as well as the Worldwide Caution.
- Following us on Twitter and the Bureau of Consular Affairs page on Facebook.
- Following the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, India on Twitter and visiting the Embassy's website.
- Calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free within the United States and Canada, or a regular toll line, 1-202-501-4444, from other countries.
- Taking some time before travel to consider your personal security. Here are some useful tips for traveling safely abroad.
CRIME: Petty crime, especially theft of personal property (including U.S. passports), is common, particularly on trains or buses, at airports, and in major tourist areas. Pickpockets can be very adept and women have reported having their bags snatched, purse-straps cut, or the bottom of their purses slit without their knowledge. If you are traveling by train, lock your sleeping compartments and take your valuables with you when leaving your berth. If you travel by air, be careful with your bags in the arrival and departure areas outside airports. Violent crime, especially directed against foreigners, has traditionally been uncommon, although in recent years there has been a modest increase. Be cautious about displaying cash or expensive items to reduce the chance of being a target for robbery or other crime, and be aware of your surroundings when you use ATMs. ATM card scams have been used to clone credit card details to withdraw money. Gangs and criminal elements operate in major cities and have sometimes targeted unsuspecting business travelers and their family members for kidnapping or extortion.
Sexual Assault: Travelers should be aware that there have been reported cases of sexual assault, including rape, of U.S. citizens traveling throughout India. U.S. citizens, particularly women, are cautioned not to travel alone in India. Women traveling in India are advised to respect local dress and customs. Customary everyday dress for Indian women throughout the country is conservative, and even more so in non-urban areas, with women wearing clothing that covers their legs and shoulders. Exceptions are vacation resorts catering to foreign clientele and some neighborhoods of the major cities of New Delhi and Mumbai. Western women, especially those of African descent, continue to report incidents of verbal and physical harassment by individuals and groups of men. Known locally as "Eve-teasing," these incidents of sexual harassment can be quite frightening and can quickly cross the line from verbal to physical. Sexual harassment can occur anytime or anywhere, but most frequently has happened in crowded areas such as in market places, train stations, buses, and public streets. The harassment can range from sexually suggestive or lewd comments to catcalls to outright groping. Following the December 2012 brutal gang-rape and subsequent death of a young Indian woman in New Delhi, the Government of India has focused greater attention on addressing issues of gender violence. One outcome has been greater reporting of incidences of sexual assault country-wide, and Indian authorities report rape is one of the fastest growing crimes in India. Among large cities, Delhi experienced the highest number of reported crimes against women. Although most victims have been local residents, recent sexual attacks against female visitors in tourist areas across India underline the fact that foreign women are at risk and should exercise vigilance.
Women should observe stringent security precautions, including avoiding use of public transport after dark without the company of known and trustworthy companions, restricting evening entertainment to well-known venues, and avoiding isolated areas when alone at any time of day. Keep your hotel room number confidential and make sure hotel room doors have chains, deadlocks, and peep holes. When possible, travel around the area with groups of friends rather than alone. In addition, only hire reliable cars and drivers and avoid traveling alone in hired taxis, especially at night. Use taxis from hotels and pre-paid taxis at airports rather than hailing them on the street. If you encounter threatening situations, call "100" for police assistance ("112" from mobile phones).
Scams: Major airports, train stations, popular restaurants, and tourist sites are often used by scam artists looking to prey on visitors, often by creating a distraction. Beware of taxi drivers and others, including train porters, who solicit travelers with "come-on" offers of cheap transportation and/or hotels. Travelers accepting such offers have frequently found themselves the victims of scams, including offers to assist with "necessary" transfers to the domestic airport, disproportionately expensive hotel rooms, unwanted "tours," unwelcome "purchases," extended cab rides, and even threats when the tourists decline to pay. There have been reports of tourists being lured, held hostage and extorted for money in the face of threats of violence against the traveler and his/her family members.
You should exercise care when hiring transportation and/or guides and use only well-known travel agents to book trips. Some scam artists have lured travelers by displaying their name on a sign when they leave the airport. Another popular scam is to drop money or to squirt something on the clothing of an unsuspecting traveler and use the distraction to rob them of their valuables. Tourists have also been given drugged drinks or tainted food to make them more vulnerable to theft, particularly at train stations. Even food or drink prepared in front of the traveler from a canteen or vendor could be tainted.
Some vendors sell carpets, jewelry, gemstones, or other expensive items that may not be of the quality promised. Deal only with reputable businesses and do not hand over your credit cards or money unless you are certain that goods being shipped are the goods you purchased. If a deal sounds too good to be true, it is best avoided. Most Indian states have official tourism bureaus set up to handle complaints.
There have been a number of other scams perpetrated against foreign travelers, particularly in Goa, Jaipur, and Agra that target younger travelers and involve suggestions that money can be made by privately transporting gems or gold (both of which can result in arrest) or by taking delivery abroad of expensive carpets, supposedly while avoiding customs duties. The scam artists describe profits that can be made upon delivery of the goods, and require the traveler to pay a "deposit" as part of the transaction.
India-based criminals use the internet to extort money from victims abroad. In a common scam, the victim develops a close romantic relationship with an alleged U.S. citizen they meet online. When the "friend" travels to India, a series of accidents occur and the victim begins to receive requests for financial assistance, sometimes through an intermediary. In fact, the U.S. citizen "friend" does not exist; they are only online personas used by criminal networks. Victims have been defrauded of thousands of dollars in these schemes. Do not send money to anyone you have not met in person and carefully read the Department of State's advice on international financial scams.
U.S. citizens have had problems with business partners, usually involving property investments. You may wish to seek professional legal advice in reviewing any contracts for business or services offered in India. The U.S. Embassy and/or consulates are unable to provide legal advice or intervene on behalf of United States citizens with Indian courts on civil or criminal matters. A list of local attorneys is available on the Embassy and Consulates General websites.
In another common scam, family members in the United States, particularly older people, are approached for funds to help callers claiming to be grandchildren or relatives who have been arrested or are without money to return home. Do not send money without contacting the U.S. Embassy or Consulate General to confirm the other party's situation. You can also call our Office of Overseas Citizens Services at 888-407-4747 (from overseas: 202-501-4444). Review our information on Emergency Assistance to Americans Abroad.
Don't buy counterfeit and pirated goods, even if they are widely available. Not only are the bootlegs illegal in the United States, if you purchase them you may also be breaking local law.
VICTIMS OF CRIME: If you or someone you know becomes the victim of a crime abroad, you should contact the local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. We can:
- Help you find appropriate medical care if you are the victim of violent crime such as assault or rape.
- Put you in contact with the appropriate police authorities.
- Contact family members or friends at your request.
- Help you understand the local criminal justice process and direct you to local attorneys, although it is important to remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting the crime.
- Replace your passport.
Please note that you will need to obtain a copy of the police report, known as a "First Information Report" (FIR) from local police when you report any incident. Local authorities generally are unable to take any meaningful action without the filing of a police report.
If your passport is stolen, you should immediately report the theft or loss to the police in the location where your passport was stolen. A FIR is required by the Indian government in order to obtain an exit visa to leave India if the lost passport contained your Indian visa. Although the Embassy or Consulate General is able to replace a stolen or lost passport, the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) are responsible for approving an exit permit. This process usually takes three to four working days, but can take longer.
In cases of sexual assault or rape, the Embassy or Consulates General can provide a list of local doctors and hospitals, if needed, to determine if you have been injured and to discuss treatment and prevention options for diseases and pregnancy. You should be aware that in order for evidence of an assault to be submitted in a court case, Indian authorities require that the medical exam be completed at a government hospital. Therefore, if a victim goes to a private hospital for treatment, the hospital will more than likely refer them to a government hospital for this aspect of the medical process.
There are a number of resources in India for victims of rape and sexual assault. India has a toll-free Police Control Room that can be reached by dialing 100 from a landline phone. The specific toll-free Women's Helpline Service number in Delhi is 1091; in Mumbai it is 103; in Kolkata, 1090; in Chennai, 1091 or 2345-2365; and in Hyderabad one can dial 1-800-425-2908 or 1098 for crimes in general.
The local equivalent to the "911" emergency line in India is "100." An additional emergency number, "112," can be accessed from mobile phones.
Please see our information for victims of crime, including possible victim compensation programs in the United States
CRIMINAL PENALTIES: While you are traveling in another country, you are subject to its laws even though you are a U.S. citizen. Foreign laws and legal systems can be vastly different from our own. In some places, you may be taken in for questioning if you don't have your passport with you. In some places, it is illegal to take pictures of certain buildings. In addition, in some places driving under the influence of alcohol could land you immediately in jail. These criminal penalties will vary from country to country. If you do something illegal in your host country, your U.S. passport will not provide you any additional courtesies. It is very important to know what is legal and what is not where you are going. It is also important to note that there are also some things that might be legal in the country you visit, but still illegal in the United States. For example, you can be prosecuted in the United States if you buy pirated goods, engage in sexual conduct with children, or use or disseminate child pornography in a foreign country even if those activities are not illegal in that country.
Each of India's states has independent regulations concerning alcohol purchase and consumption. Legal drinking ages range from 18 to 25 and can vary by beverage type. Some states permit alcohol use for medicinal purposes only, others require you to hold a permit to buy, transport, or consume alcohol. Penalties for violation can be harsh, so travelers are advised to check with Indian authorities in the states they plan to visit.
While some countries will automatically notify the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate if a U.S. citizen is detained or arrested, local Indian authorities do not always do so. To ensure that the United States is aware of your circumstances, request that the police and prison officials notify the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate as soon as you are arrested or detained overseas.
Drugs: In 2013, several U.S. citizens were arrested at Indian and international airports for attempting to smuggle illegal drugs from India. All claimed that they did not realize they were carrying narcotics. Never transport or mail packages that do not belong to you and maintain direct control of your luggage at all times.
Dual nationality: India does not permit its citizens to hold dual nationality. In 2006, India launched the "Overseas Citizens of India" (OCI) program, which has often been mischaracterized as a dual nationality program. It does not grant Indian citizenship. If you are a U.S. citizen and obtain an OCI card you will not become a citizen of India; you will remain a citizen of the United States. An OCI card is similar to a U.S. "green card" in that a holder can travel to and from India indefinitely, work in India, study in India, and own property in India (except for certain agricultural and plantation properties). An OCI card holder, however, does not receive an Indian passport, cannot vote in Indian elections, and is not eligible for Indian government employment. The OCI program is similar to the Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) card introduced by the Indian government several years ago, except that PIO holders must still register with Indian immigration authorities, and PIO cards are not issued for an indefinite period. U.S. citizens of Indian descent can apply for PIO or OCI cards at the Indian Embassy in Washington, or at the Indian Consulates in Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Atlanta, and Houston. Inside India, U.S. citizens can apply at the nearest FRRO office (please see "Entry/Exit Requirements" section above for more information on the FRRO). U.S. citizens are required to travel on a U.S. passport when traveling in and out of the United States.
Religious activities: If you plan to engage in religious proselytizing, you are required by Indian law to have a "missionary" visa. Immigration authorities have determined that certain activities, including speaking at religious meetings to which the general public is invited, may violate immigration law if the traveler does not hold a missionary visa. Foreigners with tourist visas who engage in missionary activity are subject to deportation and possible criminal prosecution. The states of Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh have active "anti-conversion" legislation regulating conversion from one religious faith to another. Arunachal Pradesh currently has an inactive "anti-conversion" law awaiting accompanying regulations needed for enforcement. If you intend to engage in missionary activity, you may wish to seek legal advice to determine whether the activities you intend to pursue are permitted under Indian law.
Tourists should also be mindful of restrictions and observances when planning to visit any religious establishment, whether Hindu temples, mosques, churches, or other locations considered sacred by the local population. Many individual temples and mosques do not permit non-members to enter all or parts of the facilities, and may require the removal of shoes, the covering of the head, or have other specific requirements for appropriate attire.
Customs restrictions: Before traveling to or from India, you are urged to inspect all bags and clothing thoroughly that might inadvertently contain prohibited items. Since January 2010, several U.S. citizens have been arrested or detained when airport security officials discovered loose ammunition (even spent individual bullets and casings) and weapons in their luggage. If you are found to have loose ammunition or bullets (including empty bullet shells used in souvenirs) on your person or in your bags, you could be charged with violation of the Indian Arms Act, incarcerated, and/or deported from India. In addition to firearms and ammunition, Indian customs authorities enforce strict regulations concerning temporary importation into or export from India of such items as, antiquities, electronic equipment, currency, ivory, gold objects, and other prohibited materials. In particular, possession of satellite phones is prohibited in India and may result in arrest and prosecution. Permission from the Government of India is required to bring in restricted items, even if you are only transiting through India. If you do not comply with these regulations, you risk arrest or fine or both and confiscation of these items. If you are charged with any alleged legal violations by Indian law enforcement, have an attorney review any document before you sign it. The Government of India requires the registration of antique items with the local police along with a photograph of the item. It is advisable to contact the Embassy of India in Washington or one of India's consulates in the United States for specific information regarding customs requirements. More information is available from the Indian Central Board of Excise and Customs.
Indian customs authorities encourage the use of an ATA (Admission Temporaire/Temporary Admission) Carnet for the temporary admission of professional equipment, commercial samples, and/or goods for exhibitions and fair purposes. ATA Carnet Headquarters, located at the U.S. Council for International Business, 1212 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, issues and guarantees the ATA Carnet in the United States. For additional information call (212) 354-4480, or email USCIB for details. Please see our section on Customs Information for more information.
Natural disaster threats: Parts of northern India are highly susceptible to earthquakes. Regions of highest risk, ranked 5 on a scale of 1 to 5, include areas around Srinagar, Himachal Pradesh, Rishikesh and Dehra Dun, the northern parts of Punjab, northwest Gujarat, northern Bihar, and the entire northeast. Ranked 4 (high damage risk) is an area that sweeps along the north through Jammu and Kashmir, Eastern Punjab, Haryana, Northern Uttar Pradesh, central Bihar and the northern parts of West Bengal. New Delhi is located in zone 4. Severe flooding is common in hilly and mountainous areas throughout India. In June 2013, flooding in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh left thousands of people presumed dead and stranded dozens of U.S. citizens. August 2010 flash flooding and mudslides in Leh killed 300 people and stranded hundreds more for several days.
Typhoons/cyclones and subsequent flooding are common along the Indian coasts, in particular the Eastern coastal states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and West Bengal, and have at times resulted in massive loss of life. Tourists and residents in areas prone to these events should keep vigilant during severe weather, monitor local media for latest developments, and heed all municipal warnings..
WOMEN TRAVELER INFORMATION: If you are a woman traveling abroad, please review our travel tips for Women Travelers.
LGBT RIGHTS: An 1861 colonial-era law, known as Section 377 of India's penal code, makes homosexual acts illegal in India. A 2009 New Delhi High Court ruling decriminalized homosexual acts between consenting adults. However, in December 2013, the Indian Supreme Court overturned the 2009 decision, again criminalizing homosexual acts. In its ruling, the Supreme Court stated such a change to the law must be made through the legislative process, not a court decision. Although prosecution under Section 377 is rare, LGBT visitors may wish to avoid drawing attention. For more detailed information about LGBT rights in India, you may review the State Department's Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 2013. For further information on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) travel, please read our LGBT Travel Information page.
ACCESSIBILITY: While in India, individuals with disabilities may find accessibility and accommodation very different than what you find in the United States. Despite legislation that all public buildings and transport be accessible for disabled people, accessibility remains limited. One notable exception is the Delhi metro system, designed to be accessible to those with physical disabilities
The quality of medical care in India varies considerably. Medical care in the major population centers approaches and occasionally meets Western standards, but adequate medical care is usually very limited or unavailable in rural areas.
If you are arriving in India from Sub-Saharan Africa or other yellow-fever areas, Indian health regulations require that you present evidence of vaccination against yellow fever. If you do not have such proof, you could be subjected to immediate deportation or a six-day detention in the yellow-fever quarantine center. If you transit through any part of sub-Saharan Africa, even for one day, you are advised to carry proof of yellow fever immunization.
The Government of India has introduced a new vaccination requirement for travelers who are both citizens of and residing in Afghanistan, Nigeria, Pakistan, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, or Syria. Please note that the vaccination requirement does not apply to U.S. citizens.
If you are both a citizen of and currently residing in one of the above seven countries, you will be required to receive a dose of oral polio vaccine (OPV) regardless of age or vaccination status at least four weeks prior to travelling to India. You will be required to present a certificate of vaccination with OPV in order to apply for an entry visa to India. Please contact the nearest Indian embassy or consulate for updated guidance on entry requirements.
Good information on vaccinations and other health precautions is available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) or by calling the hotline for international travelers at 1-877-FYI-TRIP (1-877-394-8747). Some vaccines such as typhoid, influenza, and hepatitis A are recommended for all travelers and other vaccines such as hepatitis B, japanese encephalitis, and rabies are recommended for high-risk travelers.
Dogs and bats create a high risk of rabies transmission in most of India. Vaccination is recommended for all prolonged stays, especially for young children and travelers in rural areas. It is also recommended for shorter stays that involve occupational exposure, locations more than 24 hours from a reliable source of human rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine for post-exposure treatment, adventure travelers, hikers, cave explorers, and backpackers. Monkeys also can transmit rabies and herpes B, among other diseases, to human victims. Avoid feeding monkeys. If bitten, you should immediately soak and scrub the bite for at least 15 minutes and seek urgent medical attention.
Influenza is transmitted from November to April in areas north of the Tropic of Cancer (north India), and from June through November (the rainy season) in areas south of the Tropic of Cancer (south India), with a smaller peak from February through April; off-season transmission can also occur. All travelers are at risk. Influenza vaccine is recommended for all travelers during the flu season.
Outbreaks of avian influenza (H5N1 virus) occur intermittently in eastern India, including West Bengal, Manipur, Sikkim, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Assam. For further information on pandemic influenza , please refer to the Department of State's 2009-H1N1, Pandemic Influenza, and H5N1 Fact Sheet.
Malaria prophylaxis depends on time of year and area the traveler is visiting. Please consult the CDC website for more information. Dengue fever presents significant risk in urban and rural areas. The highest number of cases is reported from July to December, with cases peaking from September to October. Daytime insect precautions such as wearing long-sleeved shirts and mosquito repellent are recommended by the CDC.
For information about outbreaks of infectious diseases abroad, consult the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO website also contains additional health information for travelers, including detailed country-specific health information. These websites provide useful information, such as suggested vaccinations for visitors to India, safe food and water precautions, appropriate measures to avoid contraction of mosquito-borne diseases (such as malaria, dengue, and Japanese B encephalitis), suggestions to avoid altitude sickness, etc. Further, these sites provide information on disease outbreaks that may arise from time to time. Outbreaks of mosquito-borne viral diseases such as dengue fever and chikungunya occur in various parts of India each year. You should check these sites shortly before traveling to India. Further health information for travelers is available from the WHO.
Air pollution is a significant problem in several major cities in India, and you should consult your doctor prior to travel and consider the impact seasonal smog and heavy particulate pollution may have on you. The air quality in India varies considerably and fluctuates with the seasons. It is typically at its worst in the winter. Anyone who travels where pollution levels are high is at risk. People at the greatest risk from particle pollution exposure include:
- Infants, children, and teens
- People over 65 years of age
- People with lung disease such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema;
- People with heart disease or diabetes
- People who work or are active outdoors
Current air quality data can be found on the Embassy's Air Quality page. The data on this site are updated hourly.
Tuberculosis is an increasingly serious health concern in India. For further information, please consult the CDC's Travel Notice on TB.
For emergency services, dial 112 from a cell phone; from a land line, dial 100 for police, 102 for ambulance (108 in parts of South India), and 101 for fire. Ambulances are not equipped with state-of-the-art medical equipment, and traffic does not yield to emergency vehicles. Injured or seriously ill travelers may prefer to take a taxi or private vehicle to the nearest major hospital rather than wait for an ambulance. Most hospitals require advance payment or confirmation of insurance prior to treatment. Payment practices vary and credit cards are not routinely accepted for medical care.
Medical tourism is a rapidly growing industry. Companies offering vacation packages bundled with medical consultations and financing options provide direct-to-consumer advertising over the internet. Such medical packages often claim to provide high quality care, but the quality of health care in India is highly variable. People seeking health care in India should understand that medical systems operate differently from those in the United States and are not subject to the same rules and regulations. Anyone interested in traveling for medical purposes should consult with their local physician before traveling and refer to the information from the CDC. Persons traveling to India for medical purposes require the proper "medical" visa. Please check with the nearest Indian embassy or consulate for more information.
Despite reports of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in hospitals, in general travelers should not delay or avoid treatment for urgent or emergent medical situations. However, health tourists and other travelers who may be contemplating elective procedures in this country should carefully research individual hospital infection control practices.
Rh-negative blood may be difficult to obtain as it is not common in Asia.
Surrogacy: Commercial surrogacy, a growing industry in India, remains unregulated, operating solely under non-binding government guidelines. There are concerns that the interests and rights of commissioning parents, surrogates, egg donors, and the resulting children may not always be adequately protected. There is also potential for grave errors to be made. Between 2011 and 2014, DNA tests determined five U.S. citizens had no genetic relationship with the baby they commissioned by surrogacy.
For a child born of surrogacy to acquire U.S. citizenship and obtain a U.S. passport, the parents must submit evidence showing a genetic relationship between the newborn child and a U.S.-citizen parent. This is best accomplished through DNA testing. Alternately, the parents can submit evidence showing that a U.S. citizen woman was the gestational and legal mother of the child at the time and place of the child's birth. (A gestational mother is the woman who carries and gives birth to the child.) This is best accomplished through prenatal records. Newborns found not to have acquired U.S. citizenship at birth risk being stateless persons unable to obtain travel documents as Indian law prohibits the issuance of Indian passports to children born of surrogacy. With no right to other citizenship, infants may be stranded in India. No laws govern the commercial surrogacy industry in India.
If you are considering traveling to India for surrogacy or other assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures, please contact American Citizen Services at the Embassy or one of the Consulates General well in advance and review the available information to learn if your child born through these methods could be documented as a U.S. citizen.
In addition, you are advised to review Indian Ministry of Home Affairs rules for foreigners coming to India for surrogacy. After the birth of your child, you should count on staying in India at least two weeks to complete the Consular Report of Birth Abroad of a U.S. Citizen (CRBA) and passport application and to obtain an Indian exit permit. If you have not followed the Indian requirement to obtain a medical visa for surrogacy, the delays will be significantly longer.
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates General in India maintain lists of local doctors and hospitals, all of which are published on their respective websites under "U.S. Citizen Services." We cannot endorse or recommend any specific medical provider or clinic.


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Home Prices Haven't 'Turned,' But Some Edged Up As Quarter Ended
Home prices slipped further in the first quarter, according to the widely watched S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices. It reports that:
"The national composite fell by 2.0% in the first quarter of 2012 and was down 1.9% versus the first quarter of 2011. The 10- and 20-City Composites posted respective annual returns of -2.8% and -2.6% in March 2012. Month-over-month, their changes were minimal; average home prices in the 10-City Composite fell by 0.1% compared to February and the 20-City remained basically unchanged in March over February. However, with these latest data, all three composites still posted their lowest levels since the housing crisis began in mid-2006."
"Housing prices have not turned," David Blitzer, chairman of the index committee at S&P Indices, says in the report.
Still, there is this modestly good news buried in the numbers: While prices overall were down for the quarter and were below the already low-levels of a year earlier, in 12 cities they did tick up in March from February, as the quarter ended. Those places:
— Charlotte, up 1.2 percent from February.
— Cleveland, up 0.4 percent
— Dallas, up 1.6 percent.
— Denver, up 1.5 percent.
— Los Angeles, up 0.1 percent.
— Miami, up 0.9 percent.
— Phoenix, up 2.2 percent.
— San Diego, up 0.4 percent.
— San Francisco, up 1 percent.
— Seattle, up 1.7 percent.
— Tampa, up 1.3 percent.
— Washington, D.C., up 1 percent.

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is a knife that dates back to the 1950s. It is a Royal Canadian Mounted Police knife. On the front handle of the knife is a Canadian Mounty with the initials RCMP Canada. Both the front and back of the handle is in good shape. All of the blades have good snap. If you look at the photos, you will see the craftsmanship that went into making this knife. The knife blade is branded Richards Sheffield England.


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Gardner, Posada near full strength
Gardner, Posada near full strength
An MRI examination taken in New York revealed that Gardner has a Grade 1 -- the slightest grade -- sprain in a ligament in his left thumb, and he was cleared to resume batting drills in the cages.
Gardner has been available only as a pinch-runner since Tuesday, when he felt a tweak in the thumb after a sixth-inning check-swing against the Orioles' Kevin Millwood. Yankees manager Joe Girardi said that he expected to use Gardner only as a pinch-runner on Friday against the Astros but added, "I hope to get him back soon."
Posada moved closer to getting behind the plate in game situations on Friday, continuing to increase his workout regimen in early-afternoon drills with coach Tony Pena and showing no ill effects of the fractured right foot that cost him 16 games this season.
"I don't see him favoring his foot in those drills that he's doing," Girardi said. "I see him moving fine. To me, he's getting close."
Posada made his ninth straight start as a designated hitter on Friday, but a return to catching could help him find his rhythm again. Posada entered Friday hitless in his past 11 at-bats and had just three hits in 30 at-bats since being reinstated from the 15-day disabled list.
"They haven't said anything, but I'm good," Posada said after Thursday's 4-3 loss to the O's. "Everything feels good. To tell you the truth, it's just playing in the games now. ... I don't know. I could [catch against the Astros]. I don't think they are going to let me, but I could, yes."


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OMAH loves its Volunteers!
When you volunteer at OMAH, you join a group of people who share a passion for culture and our community. In addition to the opportunity to work with a highly committed team of staff and volunteers in a stimulating workplace, some of the benefits of volunteering at OMAH include:
Orientation and training for all volunteer positions – both on the job and through workshop opportunities, development of employment-related skills, discounts on Museum Shop purchases, letters of reference and records of volunteer hours.
Visitor Experiences
- min. 6 months
- 1 shift per week preferred (3hours)
- Mon-Sat, Sun 1-4pm
- Shifts run 10am-1pm, 1pm-4pm
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Gain understanding of exhibition content, respond to inquiries
- Process sales transactions
- Assist in upkeep of shop and displays
- Administrative assistance as required
- Basic, yet confident computer skills are preferred
Reporting to: Visitor Experiences Coordinator
Special Events
- depending on planning
- On-call position
- Special events may include exhibition openings, sidewalk sales, community events, etc.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Assist with setup, greeting and registration
- Food and beverage service (Smart Serve certification is not mandatory, but is an asset)
- Administrative assistance as required
Reporting to: Visitor Experiences Coordinator
Education Assistant
- min. 6 months
- On-call position
- Scheduled times may include Fridays, PD days, weekends march break, winter and summer camps
Duties and responsibilities:
- Greet families, children and students
- Assist instructor with setup and striking of studio materials
- Assist students (children) with art-making
- Supervise children indoors and outdoors
- Organize activities for break times
Reporting to: Community and Visitor Engagement Coordinator
- min. 6 months
- On-call position
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Gain comprehensive understanding of exhibition content
- Develop age and need-appropriate tour strategies
- Use inquiry, discussion and other interactive strategies to help visitors make personal connections with exhibited materials
- Independent reading and research
Reporting to: Community and Visitor Engagement Coordinator
- min. 6months
- 1shift per week preferred (minimum 4 hours/week)
- Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Gain familiarity with collection
- Assist visitors with research resources
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
- Occasional independent research administrative assistance as required
Reporting: Collections Registrar
For more information, please contact
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Yes yes I keep banging on about how much touring I have done, how many countries I've been to, deserts crossed etc ad nauseam, and still I take too much food and too little water and too many clothes. Idiot you may say, goats on my mind I say.
I left Krystos to ride up Mt Oxi, a 1300 meter peak, not to the top, but wherever the path took me. I had 2 GPS's and a map, how could I get lost.
Shorts, sandals and a t shirt, I couldn't have picked 2 worse forecasted days, 40kph winds, rain and the mercury dropping to UK levels. No worries, I'll be ok. Off the main road and up a track. I stopped a bloke coming down, the road had been completely empty for 20 mins so thought it prudent. After a few minutes he seemed to concur that I could get to the sea while going over the mountain, he said the words with a slight smirk on his face.
Lunch at the top, 750 metres up, peach jam on bread, a little piece of heaven. Huddling under an overhanging rock, sheltering from the howling wind, drops of rain were starting to fall, I think my winter jacket is necessary from now on. Pedalling hard to get down hill, hands turning blue.
How incongruous to see a signpost in this desolate area and how typical that the places signed to were not on either GPSs or the map. I plunged further down, the road kicking and banging my bike about, into one of the town signed, the shop/cafe had an old woman sitting watching TV. Greek coffee to Jolt my sagging spirits, she gave me some dried figs and a bottle of tap water, I had already filled up my half litre water bottle with stream water but was dubious of its provenance.
20 mins after leaving the café I had taken a wrong turn 2 hours later I was completely lost. Well let's face it I didn't know where I was going at the start so not really much more lost then before.
2 hours searching for a camp spot, vertical slopes each side were not conducive to sleeping. Eventually near sea level a ravine with a stream offered some flatish spots. I lugged my bike 30 metres up a slope. Happy times also to discover a smashed bottle of pesto sauce in my bag covering everything.
I had not slept in a bivi (a bivi is a semi waterproof bag that your sleeping bag lives in) before and had not slept under a tarp (a tarp is just a waterproof sheet to ward off the rain) before but the principals of pitching are the same put it on flat ground. The tarp strung between trees, I felt satisfied. Instant noodles eaten. I rolled out the bivi and sleeping bag and crawled in. Instantly I was sliding, the worst thing is that you never slide straight but at an angle, then it started raining, the wind started howling. So the tarp is bouncing and rattling in the wind hitting my face, the bottom of the bivi has slid out of the protection of the tarp and is now soaking wet. I have manoeuvred my bum onto a rock to stop any more sliding. It was at this point I decide to fire up my tablet and write my competition prose for the Haute Route Pyrenees, inspiration hits at the strangest times!
The next morning after minimal sleep I rolled up all the sopping stuff put it in my bags and hoped for the best. Porridge and coffee for breakfast. No rain thank god. I fired up my GPS and followed the line it gave, back the way I had come, forever up.
Then the road split, I knew it would guide me to the steeper route. It'll take a better man than me to make it to the top without falling off. I probably made 30 metres, the gear so low I ground to a halt. What's the point of having a bike and then walking. But try as I may I could not get riding again, steep slope, wheel spin, boulders, all contributing factors. Twenty metres walk, find a flat patch, get back on and ride. 3 hours I followed this sequence until there was a pitch long enough to continue riding, I had followed the contours of the mountain to near the top. The ride down exhilarating, testing my technical skills to the limit. Then suddenly thrown onto tarmac, I hate it.
I had to make a decision at this point, take a turn onto a rough track and ride for another night out or cruise to the hotel in Nea Styra where Kathleen is waiting.
It was a trip for the purist howling gales, pouring rain, steep and arduous cycling. No stars to be seen on a cold night out.
When can I go again.


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Welcome to The King & Co
The King & Co is a small, independent freehouse in Clapham Common that is proud to be a bit different from your average boozer…
Run by a small but passionate team, quality is at the forefront of everything we do. Whether it's our craft beers, carefully created wine list, interesting & diverse spirits selection or the chefs & street-food traders who "pop-up" in our kitchen, we are proud of them all & are excited about being able to share them with you.
You will also find all manner of events aimed at entertaining from a weekly pub quiz, tap takeovers, food & drink pairing events, regular acoustic nights & much more. With all of this on offer in a cosy, eclectic & relaxed environment, we believe that we really do offer something for everyone.
If you'd like to book a table for dinner or reserve an area for a celebration then please get in touch.


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Wednesday, 26 February 2014
Rudolf Day!
Two more cards towards next year. I will try and be better prepared in March. Thanks for looking!
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Gorgeous Sally and isn't it a good feeling to get some Christmas cards done. I usually wait until the last minute and panic but not this year!!ReplyDelete
Sandy xx
Two lovely cards...you are going to be well prepared!ReplyDelete
Two great cards Sal, especially likes the variations of blue on the top one.ReplyDelete
B x
These are gorgeous hun!!ReplyDelete
I am trying to get in front with my Chrimbo cards this year so i don't have to rush at the last minute so i am going to make a batch once a month then i should...SHOULD be okay!! {we'll see!!} Lol
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Two lovely Christmas cards in blue. Fab!
Thanks for joining in with Rudolph Day again.
Hugs, Sarn xxx
I like the varied blues with the white on the first particularly. I've not got anything for next Christmas - still trying to keep my head above water with essential cards.ReplyDelete
Paula (PEP)
I like both cards--the simplicity of the one and the repeating pattern of the other. I have no idea how you have the time or patience to stamp a repeating pattern--kudos to you for doing it!!ReplyDelete
Scary !!! Christmas in February !!! Beautiful cards Sally - no more Christmas until atleast July now - lol xReplyDelete
Lovely simple but very effective cards xx JanReplyDelete
Two great Christmas cards, fab snowflakes and love the variation in the shades of blue.ReplyDelete
Extreemly nice CAS card for the second one.
Kath x
So beautiful Christmas cards, Sally. Love the colors.ReplyDelete
Eret x
Lovely cards there Sally. I have seen a few in aqua recently, all beautiful, including yours.ReplyDelete
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Diablo III Open Beta This Weekend
It's (almost) the moment we've all been waiting for. As you know, the release for Diablo 3 is just around the corner. With this in mind, Blizzard announced today that they will be opening up their Diablo 3 servers this weekend to anyone with a valid (and free) Battle.net account, so that they might experience the game and run the servers through their paces. The servers will become available at 3:00pm EDT on Friday April 20th – yup, that's TODAY. Read more
Review: The Hunger Games
When you spend half a year screaming to the masses "THIS IS GOING TO BE THE BEST THING YOU HAVE EVER SEEN", it is very difficult to actually make it the best thing people have ever seen, or even one of the better things people have seen this month. Against these odds, and my ever-existent desire to tell people that they were wrong, Lions Gate's The Hunger Games really was excellent.
Diablo III Gets a Release Date
Fanboys and fangirls everywhere have been waiting for this moment for more than decade: the moment when we would finally get a release date for Diablo III. That moment is now, and the release date is May 15, exactly two months from today. If you are anything like us, this means you have exactly two months to get your affairs in order, say goodbye to your loved ones, and finish up any other games you may be in the middle of, because once that date hits, we won't be doing anything but playing this game non-stop. Full press release after the jump.
Official Hobbit Trailer Released
Yesterday, the first official trailer for Peter Jackson's The Hobbit Part 1 was released. We here at NNAR, to put it modestly, are really frickin' excited for Tolkien's prequel to LOTR to hit the big screen. Those cast members new to Middle Earth include Martin Freeman, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Evangeline Lilly. Many actors are returning to work with Jackson on this project, namely Ian Mckellan and Andy Serkis (who is also co-directing). Over the next year, re-reading of Bilbo's epic tale is a must. But for now, wet your whistle with this short video. Read more
What We Thought: Six Minutes of Bane
Last night, three members of the NNAR team went to see Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol. Why, you ask? Because it was preceded by the first six minutes of The Dark Knight Rises! The third (and final) Batman installment will be released in the summer of 2012, a full four years after The Dark Knight, but we just couldn't wait.
The first six minutes introduces Bane, a powerful masked villain who clearly has few qualms about crushing his enemies into oblivion, and hints at the epic scale of this film. Check out the video of our thoughts after the jump.
Review: Star Wars – Agent of the Empire #1
You have to hand it to Star Wars. Thirty four years after its original debut, it's still the basis for fresh content. The latest is a brand new comic series from Dark Horse entitled Agent of the Empire that hits stores on December 14th.
Focusing on the oft-maligned Imperial perspective, Agent of the Empire tells the story of Jahan Cross, a special agent of sorts. As the introduction reads:
"… not every political problem requires military might; not every negotiation depends on a show of force. Sometimes all diplomacy needs to succeed is the right man, in the right place, with the willingness to get the job done."
It's nice to see the creators focusing on a smaller scope when telling a story from the Imperial perspective. "Star Destroyers blow pirates into oblivion" doesn't really make for a particularly compelling story, and given that Agent of the Empire is set before the Rebellion really comes into its own there aren't many Imperial Navy size enemies floating around.
Chrono Trigger Now Available for the iPhone
This news is huge. Ever since I first got my iPhone and discovered I could purchase and play the original Final Fantasy (and then over time, FF2, FF3, and Secret of Mana), I have been clamoring for Square Enix to release Chrono Trigger, one of the best role playing games of all time. That day has finally come. Read more
Aaron Sorkin's New HBO Series Gets a Name
The newest series from Aaron Sorkin about the behind-the-scenes action at a fictional television program has just gotten a title, MediaBistro reports. Sorkin's newest is said to be titled Newsroom and will star Jeff Daniels as the lead anchor of a popular cable news show called "News Night."
We first reported on Sorkin's latest back in June when Tom's hero Sam Waterston signed on to the show (at the time known as More As This Story Develops). Since then, we've learned that HBO has ordered a full series. I haven't been able to find any info about when we can expect to actually see this show hit the air, but I do know that I feel much more confident that it is on HBO and not a major network. We will of course follow additional news about Newsroom as it develops.
He Does That
We all know that Batman is a master of stealth, and that's great when you're sneaking up on Gotham's criminals, dispensing justice with your fists. But, Batman also has a well documented penchant for using his stealth capabilities against his own allies. When was the last time you heard Batman say "goodbye"? The answer is never.
This past weekend on SNL, Andy Samberg (as Batman) and Steve Buscemi (as Commissioner Gordon) took that appearing/disappearing act and followed it to it's inevitable, horrifying conclusion. Did we really think it could end any other way? Embedded below for your viewing pleasure.


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I enjoyed reading Steve and Angela Helwig's Dec. 30 column, "'Integrity Party' is needed in the political mix." The central point appears to be that the concentration of power in only two political parties has led to a loss of integrity in politics and has made it "easier for unethical, power-hungry politicians to prevail and take us down some very dangerous paths." To remedy this situation, they suggest the creation of an Integrity Party, which would adhere to a strict ethical code. They even suggest a platform for this party.
In this vein, it also worth noting that our Founding Fathers understood human nature very well, which is why they created three separate but equal branches of government. The underlying notion of this structure is that one would check the other. There is no doubt, however, that party affiliation adversely affects the way things work in reality, because in many cases, elected officials have to get along and go along to make policy and stay in office. The human failings of elected officials - greed, vanity, envy, etc. - mixed with the gray areas in the policymaking process, make for a continuously tempting situation.
Thus, the safe depository of the ultimate powers of our government rests with us, the citizens. The more enlightened we are to exercise our control with wholesome discretion, the better our government functions. Citizen involvement in elections and oversight of government are the heart and soul of our democracy. Information and communication technologies, i.e., the Internet, along with more transparency, have great potential for enhancing our oversight capabilities.
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Over the years we hear of dozens of stuffings for Thanksgiving turkey, often reflecting current food fads. There have been wild rice, Cajun, jalapeno cornbread, Italian polenta, Thai-style, even bean stuffings for the bird.
But this year a press release makes all those dressings seem mundane:
White Castle System Inc. recommends stuffing your holiday turkey with its hamburgers, sometimes called ``sliders.``
After all, says Christopher Thomas, director of marketing for the company, ``White Castle hamburgers already include everything traditionally used in stuffing-bread, meat, onions . . . The only ingredient you don`t use is the pickle.``


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Possible Solution
I've been able to prevent the Quicktime plugin from taking over the displaying of .tiff images in IE and Firefox by manually deleting all of the Quicktime .dll files from the browser plugin directories. Under Program files, go to Internet Explorer\plugins (or Mozilla Firefox\plugins) and search for npqtplugin.dll (and its cousins #2 through 7 on my system). Delete all of these (you might want to sort the files by date to make sure you get the right ones and all of them).
Doing this allows you to keep Apple Quicktime installed, but prevents it from hijacking your browser.
I think the same should work for .m4a files.
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@johnsmith11 - Do you remember if you also deleted the file, "QuickTimePlugin.class"? I'm going to try what you suggested (deleting the 7 QT plugin DLL's) and wasn't sure what that additional file is for. Assuming it should also be zapped, but wanted to ask what you (or others) thought.
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Yes, I also deleted the QuickTimePlugin.class file (since it had the exact same date as the others).
I think it is also possible to move these files into a newly created subdirectory (e.g. Disabled), just in case you ever want to re-enable the QuickTime plugin without having to reinstall it.
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Perfect! Thanks for the quick reply. We'll save the files as you suggested in case they ever need to come back!
Happy New Year!
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Neil Patrick Harris stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live last night to talk up his new movie, the Smurfs sequel, which he says isn't just fun for kids and for their parents, but for stoners and potentially other fun guys. "The Smurfs live in mushrooms!"
Then, in the second part of their conversation, the men discuss Harris's Emmy hosting duties and, of course, his and husband David Burtka's adorable twins, whose two-year old brains have yet to figure out a way into Harris's magical man cave. They will learn, though, and there will be broken crystal balls in Harris's future.
Harris's kids are also a topic in the third part of his appearance, which includes home video of son Gideon eating tuna. "It's like a Survivor challenge," Harris laughs. And it is!
Sadly, there was no talk of the actor's upcoming turn as Hedwig on Broadway, but you should still watch these videos of Harris and Kimmel yucking it up.


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….except if you're pregnant and you choose not to be anymore. Or if you choose to have sex out of wedlock and you choose not to get pregnant. Or if you choose to be pregnant and you also choose to have sex out of wedlock with your partner and a female Planned Parenthood staffer named Alixz while all three of your sweaty, naked bodies are writhing in an American flag atop Ronald Reagan's grave. Okay, that last one's kind of a stretch, but if those happened to be the choices you made, it's safe to say Michele Bachmann wouldn't take too kindly to those either.
While criticizing "Obamacare" on Meet the Press last Sunday, Rep. Michele Bachmann — who has notoriously advocated for a full ban on abortion, even in the case of rape or if the woman's health was in jeopardy, and once claimed that birth-control coverage would lead to a national one-child policy — opened her frosted, pink, Drew Barrymore-pre-getting-hotted-up-in-the-1999-teen-classic-Never Been Kissed lips to say something that, given her pre-established stance on women's rights, would make Betty Friedan roll over in her grave:
"We want women to make their own choices in health care. You see that's the lie that happens under Obamacare. The President of the United States effectively becomes a health care dictator. Women don't need anyone to tell them what to do on health care. We want women to have their own choices, their own money, that way they can make their own choices for the future of their own bodies."
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SINGER Susan Boyle and Scotland manager Gordon Strachan have been announced as two of the batonbearers for the final tour of Glasgow before the Games begin on Wednesday.
The relay enters its final three-day stage today at Glasgow Green, with bearers including Anne-Marie Monaghan, who has multiple sclerosis but has gone on to achieve success in a range of sports, and Gordon Robertson, nominated for his role as athlete and coach of GB Paralympic and Special Olympics teams. He will hand the baton to Julia Birkinshaw at the Glasgow Museum of Modern Art.
At the Mitchell Library, it will be carried by Nathan Arbuckle, 17, nominated for his contribution to Glasgow's North East Young Carers.
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Bearer Serign Sanneh has been nominated for his role in setting up the Gambians in Scotland Community Association, to help with social integration. Serign will be carrying the baton to one of Glasgow's viewpoints, the Lighthouse Museum.
Another bearer today is Paula McGuire, who will be carrying the baton at Glasgow Caledonian University. Two years ago, she admitted she was "unfit and slow-paced by choice" but, inspired by the city's Commonwealth Games winning bid, Paula tried each of the 17 sports that features in the Glasgow 2014 programme and turned her life around, discovering new passions and new friends.
The last bearer of the day is multi-event, multi-medal-winning Paralympian Michael McCreadie, who will be carrying the baton on stage at the evening celebrations at Springburn Park.
Today's route will see the baton carried through the city centre, including Merchant City, Buchanan Street and George Square, taking in Garnethill, Cowcaddens, Parkhead, Dennistoun, Shettleston, Easterhouse, Garrowhill, Garthamlock, Ruckazie, Riddrie, Royston, Balornock and Springburn.
The relay will also pay a visit to some of the Commonwealth Games venues, including the Emirates Arena, Tolcross International Swimming Centre and Celtic Park.
Tomorrow, the first batonbearer will be Ian Aitken, the leading force of Pedal for Scotland campaign, who will be getting the baton on two wheels at the Riverside Museum.
At Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the baton will be carried by Gillian Black, a middle-distance runner. She will be followed later by the final bearer of the day, Christine Whittingham, who will be bringing the baton on stage at Victoria Park.
On its second day through Glasgow the baton will go through Anderston, Govan, Kelvingrove, Partick, Hyndland, Jordanhill, Victoria Park, Hillhead, Woodlands, Saracen, Firhill, Maryhill, Temple, Knightswood, Drumchapel, Yoker, and Scotstoun. Glasgow 2014 venues visited include the SSE Hydro, Clyde Auditorium and Kelvingrove.
On the final day of the baton relay, on Tuesday, bearers include Teresa Sadler, chairwoman of Castletoun Housing Association, who will be carrying the baton at Castlemilk Community Centre and Sports Centre, which she works for as a volunteer.
Schools-nominated bearer Gary Hannah will take it through Bellahouston Walled Garden. At the Bellahouston Ski Centre, the baton will be brought down the slopes by Jennifer Osborne, a dedicated snowboarder who regularly competes and aims to represent Britain in the 2018 Winter Olympics. She will be joined by 20 other skiers on the day.
The final batonbearer of the day is former athlete Allison Curbishley, who competed in the 400m for Scotland. She will be bringing the baton on stage at the evening celebrations taking place in Queen's Park.
The day will start at Cathkin Braes, with mountain biker Robert Wardell bringing the baton down the cycling track for the beginning of its journey through Carmunnock, Castlemilk, Kings Park, Mount Florida, Toryglen, Polmadie, Govanhill, Gorbals, Pollokshields, Bellahoustoun, Crookston, Govan, Cardonald, Pollok, Mosspark, Dumbreck, Langside, Shawlands, Strathbungo and Queen's Park. Glasgow 2014 venues being visited on the day include the Cathkin Braes mountain bike trails, Hampden Park and Ibrox Stadium.
Commonwealth Games Scotland chairman, Michael Cavanagh, said the baton's arrival in Glasgow was an important signal to both athletes and the public that "the Games are just around the corner".
He said: "The relay offers residents of Glasgow the ideal opportunity to celebrate community sport and show support for their local athletes selected to represent Team Scotland at Glasgow 2014."
Glasgow City Council leader Gordon Matheson said: "The buzz of the Games is getting louder and as the proud host city we can't wait to kick-start them in style when we welcome the Queen's Baton Relay.
"Glasgow is the friendly city and I've no doubt that our local heroes - the batonbearers - will receive fantastic support as they travel through our city's streets.
"This is Glasgow's moment to shine on the world stage and we want to ensure Glaswegians from every part of the city are part of the action, which is why we have ensured the baton will visit every single council ward.
"The Games are a chance to showcase our great city on a global stage and I've no doubt that the people of Glasgow will be the stars of the show."
David Grevemberg, chief executive of Glasgow 2014, said the baton had visited hundreds of villages, towns and cities across Scotland with thousands joining the relay.
He said: "The Queen's Baton Relay is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for people across Glasgow to celebrate what's extraordinary and unique about their city, and honour those locals who make a difference to others.
"It's a great reason for Glasgow to get out and celebrate the countdown to the biggest festival of sport and culture this nation has ever hosted."