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Lives in Oslo

Speaks English, Hindi, Tamil, Norwegian (trying to learn)

Registration: 28 December 2009

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vingori replied to a thread
12 years ago
tea_

Groceries by tea_

Hi, I am staying in Oslo for three months for (academic) research. could you recommend some less expensive good fruit& veggie markets? I am vegetarian. Thanks!

vingori

tea_ welcome to Norway. The prices of fruits & vegetables generally do not vary much if you happen to shop @ the prominent grocery stores such as Kiwi, Rema, Meny, etc..But if you want to get good deals I would recommend Asian stores in and around ... Read More

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12 years ago
vingori

Binding services !! by vingori

Hei Ppl, I have a bunch of documents that I would want to compile into a book like format. Can someone recommend stores which offer binding services here in Oslo? Also a fair estimate of how much would binding about 200-300 A4 size pages cost would ...

vingori

Thanks wilson_derry, unfortunately they don't entertain single or small orders. But CopyCat.no came to my rescue and just for information - it costs about 50 to 70 NOK per Binding. Read More

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12 years ago

Binding services !!

Hei Ppl, I have a bunch of documents that I would want to compile into a book like format. Can someone recommend stores which offer binding services here in Oslo? Also a fair estimate of how much would binding about 200-300 A4 size pages cost would ... Read More

vingori replied to a thread
12 years ago
Christine

Oslo flatshare by Christine

Hi, is it popular to share a flat in Oslo ? What advice would you give to those looking for shared accommodation in Oslo? Can you recommend specialized local websites or newspapers? By the way, keep in mind there is a flat share/house ...

vingori

How is opportunity for permanent residents for IndianHei pm9660, Can you please post your question in an appropriate thread, as this thread is related to 'Oslo Flatshare'. Also, could you elaborate on the query to get precise responses. rgds. Read More

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12 years ago
Christine

Oslo flatshare by Christine

Hi, is it popular to share a flat in Oslo ? What advice would you give to those looking for shared accommodation in Oslo? Can you recommend specialized local websites or newspapers? By the way, keep in mind there is a flat share/house ...

vingori

Hi, is it popular to share a flat in Oslo ? What advice would you give to those looking for shared accommodation in Oslo? Can you recommend specialized local websites or newspapers? By the way, keep in mind there is a flat share/house share ... Read More

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12 years ago
GuestPoster11447

Moving to Chennai and Communications by GuestPoster11447

Hi, I'm moving to Chennai next week for a 3-month (maybe longer) work assignment. I'll also probably be doing some traveling to rural areas involved with my work. I'm interested in 2 things: 1) What is/are the best option(s) for internet ...

vingori

Andrewjmarino12, To straight away answer your questions a. Opting for a 3G phone is a good decision, if you want to be connected ONLINE. And just like in Cambodia you do have numerous options to choose from when you want to buy a 3G USB modem. ... Read More

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12 years ago
vingori

people & places by vingori

Hei Folks, I've been living in Oslo with my wife & daughter for over 3yrs and I would say I've been having a reasonably good time here so far. Some of my interests include - history, card games, food (veggie), foreign language movies. If anyone ...

vingori

From time to time we do have a lot of Bollywood and other Indian cinema playing here. Keep an eye on the sites mentioned below and you should find something. http://filmweb.no/ http://www.oslokino.no/ Take note - Bollywood movies on a average are ... Read More

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12 years ago

people & places

Hei Folks, I've been living in Oslo with my wife & daughter for over 3yrs and I would say I've been having a reasonably good time here so far. Some of my interests include - history, card games, food (veggie), foreign language movies. If anyone ... Read More

vingori replied to a thread
13 years ago
sineadepops

Native English Teacher looking for work in New Delhi by sineadepops

I am hoping to move to New Delhi from N.Ireland in the new year and am looking for work teaching. I am a graduate of Liberal Arts and History and have a TEFL qualification that has allowed me to teach children up to 16 years as well as adults. If ...

vingori

Hei Sineadepops, I pretty sure with your qualification and shortage of teaching staff in India, you should get a job with ease. You can try to find jobs through popular job-portals such as Naukri.com, Monster.com, Timesjobs.com, etc. Though they ... Read More

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13 years ago
vivek4all

Norwegian Language Kurs by vivek4all

Hi friends, There is free Norwegian class which I came to know and has started from 27 October and will be every THURSDAY from 18:00 to 20:00 hr. The address: MORTENSRUD 11, close to Stenbråten school, in Mortensrud. The teacher will be Ebrima ...

vingori

Thanks for the post Vivek...is it a walk-in or should one call and register? Read More

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13 years ago
vingori

Looking for a flatmate from November !! by vingori

Hei All, If you are looking for a shared accommodation from November, I have sublet to offer. The specifics are posted under the 'Classifieds' section (search with my name). rgds.

vingori

Sorry guys the apartment is already taken.. Read More

vingori created a thread
13 years ago

Norsk Learning !!

Hei ppl, Does anyone know of any free (or subsidized) Norsk learning classes starting November or later? Since I have a full time job, I’m seeking information only about part time classes. rgds. Read More

vingori replied to a thread
13 years ago
feder_8

Debit and Credit Cards with chips?? by feder_8

That's my question. My cards are the typical magnetic cards without the chip. Should I replace them for a new ones with chip? I've hear that in some countries of Europe the old cards are working fine, while in others like France it's hardly ...

vingori

Norway & most Nordic countries are doing away with chipless cards and predominantly accepting only chip cards (I'm telling onlt about DEBIT CARDS). In technical terms these chipcards can also be referred to as EMV cards. This they are doing it ... Read More

vingori replied to a thread
13 years ago
Julien

Opening a bank account in Norway by Julien

Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Norway ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Norway ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services (loans ...

vingori

From my personal experience I can tell that as long as you have a valid permit to live in Norway (work/residences/any other) opening a bank account is pretty easy. All you need is a letter from Skatt/NAV in which your Social ID number & name is ... Read More

vingori created a thread
13 years ago

Looking for a flatmate from November !!

Hei All, If you are looking for a shared accommodation from November, I have sublet to offer. The specifics are posted under the 'Classifieds' section (search with my name). rgds. Read More