I want to give a book to a young friend but I can't remember the title and the librarian could not find it either. Book teaches about Gandhi in a cool way. [more inside]
posted by CollegeNelson on Oct 18, 2009 - 2 answers

In the book I'm currently reading, City of Djinns, is this intriguing passage: [more inside]
posted by tellurian on Oct 7, 2009 - 6 answers

I’m meeting with my boss tomorrow to discuss his request for me to oversee specific departmental operations at our India facility for 3 (three) months. What are reasonable contingencies/ incentives to request in this situation? [more inside]
posted by forallmankind on Sep 16, 2009 - 4 answers

Is it a widespread behavior for multilingual speakers of english to get a more anglicized accent when talking to a native speaker? [more inside]
posted by Non Prosequitur on Aug 22, 2009 - 19 answers

I keep hearing about a documentary from the 1970s called "Glass India" - about glass blowing in India. Does anyone know where to buy it or download it?
posted by abirae on Aug 19, 2009 - 3 answers

What to wear during the Indian monsoon season? [more inside]
posted by heartofglass on Jul 27, 2009 - 6 answers

Recommendations please for Kochi (Cochin, Kerala) and around, next week? [more inside]
posted by anadem on Jun 27, 2009 - 4 answers

Mantrafilter: Your recommendations for the best audio versions of the Bhagavad Gita or the Ramayana? [more inside]
posted by girlgenius on Jun 14, 2009 - 1 answer

Travelling in India; I'm in Bangalore for a 2 week business trip, on Friday I have 1 week vacation. Part of me would like to see what I can during that time, but I'm also realizing (a) I've become a lazy traveller used to car rentals & Expedia, (b) getting to places here can take a long time. I'm becoming disenchanted because the do-able-ness of planning travel to multiple locations in such a short time seems hard, and I also have relatively heavy luggage & then there's also heat/ rain issues at this time of the year. Am I overthinking a plate of beans? [more inside]
posted by forallmankind on Jun 14, 2009 - 5 answers

I'm leaving for India this Wednesday, as a volunteer teacher in a school for young street kids. I've read quickly through most of the relevant-looking MeFi "India" threads (I plan to read them more deeply soon). And I would love it if you, my fellow MeFier, could post any thoughts or tips, or even highlights from older threads you might have -- what do I need to know? How can I make it the best time for these kids? What would be fun to see and do in my non-teaching time? How can I be safe? ...A bunch of possibly useful details about me after the jump? [more inside]
posted by demagogue on Jun 12, 2009 - 10 answers

Who produced this psychedelic video for Within You, Without You by The Beatles? Is it part of some larger project? Where could I find it at higher res (how would I search for a torrent)? Where could I find the interesting mix of the song used in it (which samples a drum break from Tomorrow Never Knows).
posted by phrontist on Jun 6, 2009 - 3 answers

Our consulting company is doing business in India and we need a way to make sure that our client will not skip out on the last payment in our contract. [more inside]
posted by davidfitzy7 on May 27, 2009 - 12 answers

Things to do/see/eat/avoid/meet in these countries, on my first RTW trip? Finally heading out on a very unplanned RTW trip with one of those Star Alliance tickets. These are the flight routes I have set at the moment (three weeks before heading out, so still malleable) [more inside]
posted by avocade on May 17, 2009 - 17 answers

My sister and I suspect that our mother may have recently gotten married. Her boyfriend is Indian and they live in California, but the marriage also could have happened in Canada, or in India. How can I find out? [more inside]
posted by thebazilist on May 9, 2009 - 25 answers

Can I mail my visa application, but pick it up in person? Click for more. [more inside]
posted by little_c on May 4, 2009 - 5 answers

Emergency Research Materials Needed: Due to not being an adult about things I now have to write a quick story set during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. And I have to finish it by Sunday. Yes, I've already read Wikipedia. [more inside]
posted by The Whelk on Apr 28, 2009 - 12 answers

It is so tantalizing to be able to see the produce of the the large manufacturers of bicycles in India via their web pages, yet not have any access in quantities less than a fully loaded container. Does anyone know of a local bike shop in India, at least connected to email, who will ship small amounts of bike parts by mail out of the country? It seems to me a local shop would have access through the normal distribution channels to parts from the big companies in small quantities. This stuff is vital to repairing old British bikes, there being virtually no domestic manufacture there anymore. I know that there exists lots out there from bikes that have been parted out, but finding who has it when you need it is difficult.
posted by ackptui on Apr 25, 2009 - 2 answers

When I lived in Chennai, the produce markets had these large fava-sized/shaped beans that were bright purple and white. They were fresh. Sometimes they came in large similarly colored pods, other times there were shelled. They were edible fresh, though we steamed them for sanitation. They were some of the best beans I've ever had, and reminded me more of fresh pea pods than beans, despite their large size. Any clue what they were?
posted by aussicht on Apr 11, 2009 - 12 answers

How do you ship an electronic item (iPhone) with a non-removable battery out of India? It's labelled as a "dangerous item." [more inside]
posted by smersh on Mar 16, 2009 - 6 answers

What music - specifically, songs that Americans haven't heard - are the cool kids in India dancing to these days? Is there a good Indian "Top 40?" Any websites that stream this stuff?
posted by tiburon on Mar 11, 2009 - 6 answers

"Mumbai" vs "Bombay": Which is more socially appropriate/PC? [more inside]
posted by stilly on Mar 8, 2009 - 24 answers

What percentage of Indians speak English? [more inside]
posted by blue mustard on Mar 3, 2009 - 15 answers

I'm looking for books, articles or blogs analyzing India's economic success. (at least over the past few years) [more inside]
posted by hazyspring on Mar 2, 2009 - 2 answers

Does anyone know of useful links or resources for running a car manufacturing company in India? [more inside]
posted by meta.mark on Mar 1, 2009 - 1 answer

Dear Hivemind: Sometime during the 90s or right at the beginning of the new century, I read a novel about a Roman slave, who was trained as a physician, and a character supposed to be Jesus during his lost years. [more inside]
posted by AArtaud on Feb 28, 2009 - 4 answers

How save is India for travelers? [more inside]
posted by Mastercheddaar on Feb 13, 2009 - 19 answers

Four kids moving to Delhi and needing two weeks entertainment there. Kids are 2, 4, 8 & 10. The 4yo is a boy, other 3 girls. How to entertain them (as non-parent traveling companion) for two weeks in India while kids' parents are getting jobs etc. sorted out? What to bring from London? There won't be much travel except the Heathrow-Delhi flight. Ideas appreciated please!
posted by anadem on Feb 4, 2009 - 1 answer

Heading to Northern India (specifically Varanasi, Agra, Delhi) soon and looking for the insiders guide (i.e. places, transport, lodging, food) What hints do you have for newbie NRI travelers (only have been to family's in Kolkata and environs)? Any thoughts on cheap (under 550 rupees) lodging and simple, staple food places (less than 100 rupees for meals) in these locations. [more inside]
posted by sandmanwv on Jan 27, 2009 - 3 answers

I'm a US permanent resident with a Chinese citizenship and my passport expires in July 2009. I already booked a trip to India leaving on February 7th, thinking there was plenty of time to get my Indian Visa. I just found out while applying that I need to have my passport valid for 6 months beyond the date of visa application. Please help me save my trip! More inside [more inside]
posted by I like to eat meat on Jan 26, 2009 - 3 answers

Gift suggestions for coworkers in Bangalore, India? [more inside]
posted by cgs on Jan 21, 2009 - 2 answers

In Slumdog Millionaire, we were shown a bunch of Amitabh Bachchan clips from some of his older moveis. What were they? - I'd like to hear your other Bollywood action movie recommendations too! [more inside]
posted by joelf on Jan 12, 2009 - 5 answers

Mefi desis: how does foot-touching really work? [more inside]
posted by Methylviolet on Jan 11, 2009 - 9 answers

What would a good Indian expression of suprise be? Specifically a pleasant suprise, such as the realisation that one is going to make a large amount of money, possibly from someone who is none too reputable. The Hindi (or other language) version and a literal translation would be most useful.
posted by Artw on Dec 27, 2008 - 6 answers

NYC to Mumbai. Air India or Kuwait Airways? Phrased differently, should I arrive late night or early morning? [more inside]
posted by postcommunism on Dec 14, 2008 - 14 answers

What is the cheapest way for me to fly to India at the end of December? [more inside]
posted by special-k on Dec 7, 2008 - 9 answers

Need a thank-you gift for a comfortably well-off Indian family. [more inside]
posted by Mngo on Nov 27, 2008 - 2 answers

Is there anywhere I can buy khadi cloth in the US, esp. NYC or Atlanta?
posted by AArtaud on Nov 22, 2008 - 2 answers

What awesome gifts should I bring to India from the US in 2008? [more inside]
posted by nessahead on Nov 11, 2008 - 16 answers

I would like to hire a freelance programmer from India for a programming project. The programmer would remain in India and operate as an independent contractor rather than an employee. What legal hurdles must I overcome or can I just do it? [more inside]
posted by wdwcuwa on Oct 24, 2008 - 9 answers

Older Tourist in India in November 2008? [more inside]
posted by tkolar on Sep 30, 2008 - 4 answers

Help me with the daunting task of finding a facility to board a kitten for a few days in Mumbai, India, which is of decent enough quality to someone from the U.S.
posted by aletheia on Sep 29, 2008 - 5 answers

A few times I have heard about offshore (usually India-based) personal assistants who can handle specific tasks for you at a low rate. What is the best way to hire one, and how can I hire one to categorize my bookmarks across all my computers? [more inside]
posted by iknowizbirfmark on Sep 27, 2008 - 8 answers

What are the must-have objects for a year-long trip in the World's south-east (India, Asia, Australia). [more inside]
posted by XiBe on Sep 18, 2008 - 26 answers

Before I knew anything about India, I dated an Indian guy named Bitu (long i, long u: bee-too). I remember him telling me that it wasn't his real name, that it was a nickname and it meant 'son' in his language (or, possibly, 'sun'). I neglected to ask what language that was... and now I really want to know.
posted by bookish on Sep 17, 2008 - 8 answers

Please help me find a present for my sister's 30th birthday. She's asked for book(s) on certain topics that she's interested in, but I have no idea about these particular genre's. [more inside]
posted by Solomon on Sep 15, 2008 - 10 answers

Information on International shipping (US to India)? [more inside]
posted by rathikd on Aug 31, 2008 - 4 answers

After looking at this map, I'm curious as to why South Asian and Middle Eastern countries are vastly underrepresented in the Olympic games. What exactly are the economic, political, religious, or cultural factors that play into this?
posted by Christ, what an asshole on Aug 18, 2008 - 18 answers

My wife and I are planning a trip to India and we're strongly considering a volunteer/travel program like Cross Cultural Solutions. Anyone out there ever participate in such a program in India? Anyone ever volunteer abroad through CCS? Please share.
posted by thejimp on Aug 11, 2008 - 7 answers

Earlier this week I witnessed a pedestrian/car accident while traveling in Calcutta, India. A boy was pinned between two vehicles and his leg is badly injured. [warning] Here is a photo of his leg a few days later. His care is deficient as best and I am looking for advice and suggestions. Inside is an excerpt from my blog where you can find the full story, including known medications administered. [more inside]
posted by maya on Aug 8, 2008 - 9 answers

I'm looking for a company based in India, cited in a story I heard on NPR sometime in the past week or so, that handles a given number of Joe Consumer research queries per month for a flat fee. [more inside]
posted by blue andrea on Jul 25, 2008 - 6 answers