What a spectacular Commonwealth Games opening ceremony

What a show it was. A fitting reply to all those sardonic observations and cynical comments on India’s ‘incompetence’ in holding such a mega event. Where is CNN, BBC and this one clownish “Channel Seven” that came out with a manipulated sting operation to shame India. I was totally spellbound as I watched the opening [...]

Spectator tips for Commonwealth Games 2010

Note: Below are Do’s and Dont’s for tourists visiting Delhi for Commonwealth Games 2010. With lot of visitors on ‘indianiser’ recently due to the Games, I thought it is necessary to post the below. Unfortuantely the official website of CWG 2010 is down. Spectator Tips Ensure that your tickets are valid for the correct venue, [...]

India emergency phone contacts for Commonwealth Games 2010

Note: Below are some important phone contacts you might need to note while visiting India. 1.  Police  – 100 2. Police Headquarters – 011 – 3352678 3. Fire Service – 101 4. Ambulance – 102 5. Accident and Trauma – 10999 6. Tourist Information Service – 1363 7. Tourist Department Delhi – 011- 23363607; 011 [...]

Commonwealth Games 2010: Security measures published by Ministry of Home Affairs

Here below are some security measures for Commonwealth Games 2010 published by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The Commonwealth Games will begin on October 3, 2010 and close on October 14, 2010. Adequate security arrangements have been put in place in order to provide security to the sportspersons, officials, spectators, invitees, volunteers and workforce as [...]

Aamir Khan’s Incredible India commercials

Here is one actor who is so contradistinctive of our others full of glitter and glam. Thanks to Aamir Khan for these awareness-making videos in light of Games and tourism. With lot of foreigners coming to India for CWG, thought I should post these videos for yaa all.

Ayodhya verdict out: No violence reported, PM appeals respect for all religions

On Dec. 6 1992, Hindu mobs led by former deputy prime minister, Lal Krishan Advani, went on a religious crusade to destroy a 16th century mosque in Ayodhya claiming it was the birthplace of Lord Rama. Tens of thousands were killed in the riots that culminated in the demolition of the Babri mosque which was [...]

Rajanikanth’s Endhiran (The Robot) making waves home and abroad

In India, people have two craze. One is cricket and other is film. It is not a soft spot, but a frenzied obsession. Tomorrow is the release of Superstar Rajnikanth starrer Endhiran (The Robot) and guess what? the tickets were sold off as soon as they went on sale. Popular for his unbelievable stunts, Rajani [...]

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