Delhiwale: Have you been shown to the ambassador?

A European embassy is hosting its national day reception at Zora, a venue near Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, instead of the chancery.

The party hall features giant mushroom-shaped structures, a transparent floor with illuminated plants, and a drifting drone.

Receptions involve e-mailed invitations, security checks, speeches by the host envoy and chief guest, national anthems, and a buffet with host country dishes and dal makhani.