Need info on visiting India

[jane_says]

My dad will be going to Pune, India sometime after the first of the year on business. He wants to bring back some muskets and swords, for which his company will be arranging transport. What kind of stuff should I have him bring back? Where should he visit, and what kind of stuff will there be to do? A friend of his who works for the same company made the trip last year, but he's a dumbass. He took the bus (or whatever it's called there - mass public transportation, anyway). The company will be picking up whatever tab he runs up, so that's not a concern. Any foods he should try, or avoid? Any local customs he should be aware of?

Thanks!