The Australian government has not lifted its travel advisory on India, but instead issued fresh warnings to Australian travelers to avoid shopping areas and markets in some cities, including the Indian capital of New Delhi.

In its updated travel advisory posted in its web site Thursday, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade said it would not lift its travel advisory on India ahead of the Commonwealth Games.

The Department said in its website, "According to these warnings, specific and credible information suggests that markets ... could be targeted by terrorists in the coming days or weeks. We strongly advise Australians to minimize their presence in market areas of New Delhi.''

Australia's advisory came a day after the U.S. and Canada issued their warnings days after bombings rocked the city of Bangalore ahead of the Indian Premiere League semifinals. The attacks injured 14 people and damaged the Chinnaswamy Stadium, where the Bangalore Royal Challengers the Mumbai Indians played last Saturday.

The bombings was a big blow to India's tourism industry as foreigners, athletes and tourists are expected to flock to Bangalore and New Delhi to watch the games.

Australia's warnings is particularly painful to India as it underscores the hazards posed by crowded areas which are frequented by tourists, including shopping areas and markets.

The department cited Chandni Chowk, Connaught Place, Greater Kailash, Karol Bagh, Mehrauli and Sarojini Nagar as the areas in the possible targets of terrorist groups in the Indian capital.

The Australian government advised its citizen to exercise a high degree of caution while traveling to India.