Visiting India
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India uses the Indian Rupee.
India uses European, Indian-type and South African -type sockets. Their devices run on 230 Volts (50 Hertz).
India
Drinking Water
Tap water is unsafe for consumption
Stick to sealed or boiling-hot drinks. Avoid ice or anything that may have touched tap water.
India is in the Asia/Calcutta time zone, or UTC+05:30.
India
Tipping Culture
Tipping is not mandatory but expected from tourists
Tipping is not a requirement in India but it is appreciated and customary/expected in the tourism industry, to show appreciation for good service. You should not tip beggars, not to encourage this activity. A tip in India is called a baksheesh.