I'm sure some folks lurking on this group would have more current
info.

Seeing as you spend actually time there, you probably already know
your options, but someone from one of the clubs in India may be of
help: http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaver...g%20in%20India

As for Emirates, it looks like gliders are basically wide open and
there most certainly are folks who can afford to burn it off with some
acro or sled rides should soaring there actually suck. I seem to
recall seeing UAE sailplane stamps as well as contest covers from the
past though, so I think they've at least heard of gliders...
http://www.eaa-uae.org/uae-aviation/index.htm

-Paul