American moving to New Delhi, India: any locals I can get advice from?

1. Things that are rude to do: what are they so I do not disrespect some one?





2. Gifts to bring new friends in India: What is a good gift to present to new friends/collegues that are from India?





3. Activities: What do people in India like to do for fun?





4. Politically Correct: What topics are not acceptable to talk about in business or friendship relationships?





5. Culture: For my new friends that are native of India, what is your favorite aspect about your culture?





Thank you for your help!American moving to New Delhi, India: any locals I can get advice from?
Dont Shout at the INDIANS using the word Indian (ex. U bloody Indian).


Then dont talk bad about the Hindu GODS because delhi is in north India.


Avoid dressing how U dress in america U can wear churidhar or dress like that if U R a girl or else Its no lot of different but dress decently.





U can buy any gifts for them.





Always avoid sex in any form and avoid dressing indescently because even talking of sex makes U to look like an indecsent for women it was very risky.





Never ever talk about the politics in public either in office or home where U live but with the person whom U know.





Cricket is the most lovable game for us and be carefull dont follow U R american culture here its not good it will be very bad as india as concerned dont dress badly even at home this will affect U R image.





As of now we start following the western culture always we dress covering the body full.





Dont show the paper money in public how much U have its for the safety purpose.American moving to New Delhi, India: any locals I can get advice from?
SHAHAZAD SHAIKH, who lives in India, has posted a question in ';etiquette'; and I'm sure he will be happy to answer your questions.
First of all get ready to bear the heat. Delhi gets very hot in the summer. You are probably not used to that kind of heat. Dress very conservative if you are a woman if you don't want to attract unnecessary attention. stay reserved and don't get overly friendly with strangers. Be extremely careful about water and food, always use packaged mineral water or you might get the ';Delhi Belly';!


In India living with the family is the norm. Don't mock their family values, religious or cultural practices. Be very very patient because Delhi traffic will test your patience to hell and back. If you are accompanied by partner, public display of affection is frowned upon. Keep the kissing etc inside your residence away from public view!


Save your money, don't bother with gifts, if you do intend to gift something to someone, purchase it from India, everything is available there. Activities young people enjoy are spending time with family, partying, sports, Indian and american movies etc. Being politically correct depends on the situation at hand so i cannot comment intelligently on the things you may or may not face. I can only say people in general are very open and helpful. Always relate to the people you meet as individuals, not judging them with any preconceived notions of them and their culture that people might have told you about them. This advice holds good whereever you go around the world. There are good and bad people everywhere.


My favorite aspect of the indian culture is the family values. Good luck and hope you enjoy your time in India.
hey we are as simple as water,


as fresh as air,


as warm as fire.


so relax and enjoy, u will know us better in few weeks.
i am an indian and i do not totally agree with the first answer to your question about too much pride etc..


you may go to any country, its natives will definately not humour criticism about their way of life.


that said -l


rude things-- do not be too casual in your first meeting with friends or their families, a little formal bahaviour would be more acceptable. handshake is not the best way of greeting especially females. avoid sitting in a way that sole of your shoe in visible to person sitting in front of you.


politically correct--- avoid two big troubles- politics both national and international and religion %26amp; cultural practices.


favourite aspect of culture-- festivals are a big way to celebrate and unwind.


activities---movies and cricket are national passtimes.


if in a big city, you may find surprising number of people heading towards pubs and discos.
I am not indian but I can say you.


They will talk about lots of about there pirde,culture and india so much.


but dont angree with them.they will always talking talking talking.





Talk about films and cricket.They like it.