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Tuesday, 21 Nov 2006 15:59

British consular contact details in the India
There are British high commissions in four areas of India: New Delhi, Calcutta, Madras and Bombay. Check www.britishembassy.gov.uk for more information

India telephone codes
To make a phone call to someone in India dial: 0091 + area code + telephone number. For more information and dialling codes for specific cities see www.countrycodes.com.

India electricity
India uses European-style type C two-pin round-prong plugs, as well as types D and M on 240 volts, 50Hz.

Useful links

India tourist information - www.incredibleindia.org

India travel information - www.indiatraveltimes.com

Today's weather - www.weatheronline.co.uk/India.htm
India media:
Hindustan Times - leading New Delhi-based daily
The Statesman - biggest Calcutta-based daily

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