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Remember that you will be
subjected to the rules and regulations of the country you are visiting.
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All foreigners are required
to get themselves registered with the Foreigner's Regional Registration Office
(FRRO)
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There is a prepaid taxi
service at the airports and it is advisable that this facility is made use of
as it proves to be the most economical.
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Large establishments
including hotels, shops, and airlines generally accept American Express,
Master Card, Visa and Diners Club credit cards.
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Occasionally India and
Pakistan engage in skirmishes across the disputed Kashmiri border. Indian
armed forces also clash with Kashmiri separatists in the state. It is
advisable that travellers avoid the western part of Jammu & Kashmir.
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Kashmiri separatist groups
have targeted foreign travellers in this area and some have been kidnapped or
killed.
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Civil unrest in the
Northeastern states resulted in terrorist attacks on trains, buses and
bridges, and political killings. Official sources encourage exercising caution
in visiting the states of Assam, Nagaland, Tripura, Manipur, Arunachal
Pradesh, Meghalaya and Mizoram.
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Particular care should also
be taken when travelling to parts of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar given the
prevalence of local banditry.
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On arrival, registering with
your country's mission will be a good idea.
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Avoid public demonstrations
and other civil disturbances.
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Beware of strangers who
offer you bargain.
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Beware of pickpockets and
petty thieves.
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Do not accept drinks or food
from strangers.
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While you are travelling by
car try not to pick up hitchhikers.
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Try not to stay in very
cheap hotels
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Lock up your valuables in
the hotel safe.
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Keep the hotel room locked
and meet your visitors preferably in the lobby.
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Use only authorized guides.
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Try to use official taxis.
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