I returned to India a few days ago, having spent the two weeks prior in North America mostly on business, but with a few days off added to the end of the trip. Spending time in the developed world and then returning straight to the ‘developing’ is a culture shock, and even two weeks away…

As of today, I have completed 25% of my planned time in India. I have a three-year contract which runs to the end of December 2024. It is actually a normal employment agreement with a fixed term, so technically I could resign earlier, or by mutual agreement it could be extended for longer. But for…

I could see her starting towards the car, having seen me watching her. She had been sat on the street side, baby in her arms, amidst a larger group of people. The street being a busy road full of the usual bustle that exists on the roads in India. The corner being a large intersection,…

Today marks the 75th Anniversary of India’s independence from British rule. On this day in 1947 the country became the Dominion of India, before finally becoming a Republic just over two years later. This region has a long and tumultuous history. Its colonial roots come from the original European traders that established outposts in the…

India is known for its curry, spice, rice, more spice, and more rice. Oh, and let’s not forget a bit more spice. Good job I’ve always liked this style of cuisine! ‘Going for an Indian’ is a common dining experience for us Brits back at home, with Chicken Tikka Masala being the 4th most eaten…