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    Category  Details 
    Capital
    New Delhi
    Currency
    Indian Rupees
    Mode of transportationThere are buses, taxis, auto rickshaws, rail transport and metro(in metro cities like Chennai, Delhi etc). 
    WeatherIndia's climate is generally defined by three seasons - the summer, monsoon and winters. Each season would vary in duration from north to south.
    LanguageEnglish and Hindi 
    Different languages are spoken in various cities otherwise
    Power plug230 Volts, 50 Hz. Plugs and sockets have either grounded/ earthed 3 Pin connections (Type D) or 2 pin connections (Type C). 
    No smoking areasSmoking is allowed in designated smoking areas

    Important numbers include:

    Police: 100
    Ambulance: 102
    Women's helpline: 181
    Fire: 101


    Hot and humid all year-round, with temperatures usually reaching over 30°C

    Hot and humid all year-round, with temperatures usually reaching over 30°C
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