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Our Voice And Yours


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Our Voice And Yours
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Jaigurudev - Swami Umakanth Ji Maharaj
Jaigurudev - Swami Umakanth Ji Maharaj


Guru Umakanth ji Maharaj is a Shishya of Tulsidas Ji Maharaj who named his movement Jai Gurudev. “At a young age I was drawn into the spiritual sphere and I found a great Guru in Tulsidas ji Maharaj,” says Umakanth ji Maharaj.
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BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir In Lowell, MA Honors Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam’s Legacy And Transcendence


On September 26, 2015, the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Lowell, MA honored the legacy of the late former President of India, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam with the launch of his final book and gift to mankind, Transcendence.
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BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir In Lowell, MA Honors Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam’s Legacy And Transcendence
From Sounds Of India To Radio Music India
From Sounds Of India To Radio Music India


Music aficionados Dr. Pradeep Shukla, Dr. Sanjay Jain and Syed Ali Rizvi have started a new endeavor Radio Music India that will fill void that will be left when the Dangs wind down Sounds of India after 40 years of community service. Dr. Pradeep Shukla talked to Lokvani about this new endeavor.
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Anurudh Ganesan, Deepika Kurup And Pranav Sivakumar Among Google Science Fair Winners


Anurudh Ganesan, Deepika Kurup and Pranav Sivakumar and three other Indian-origin teens are among those named winners of the 2015 Google Science Fair announced last month.
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Anurudh Ganesan, Deepika Kurup And Pranav Sivakumar Among Google Science Fair Winners
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New England Leherein Fundraiser: Hindi Play-Sach Aur Sach Ke Siwa
New England Leherein Fundraiser: Hindi Play-Sach Aur Sach Ke Siwa


The show - was a Hindi play Sach Aur Sach Ke Siwa, based on Agatha Christie's famous novel Witness for Prosecution. The event was a fundraiser for Abhaalmaya - a loving home for the underprivileged kids in India
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A Night In Punjab Festival In Providence


On September 26, 2015, the 2nd Annual "A Night in Punjab" was held at the Alex and Ani Center in Providence RI. This colorful event featured Turban tying, Bhangra, Giddha, Fashion show and performances by Raxstar (UK) and PropheC (Canada).
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A Night In Punjab Festival In Providence
Super Star Upendra Enthralls Kannadigas In Boston
Super Star Upendra Enthralls Kannadigas In Boston


It was a dream come true for Boston Kannadigas when the NAVIKA team announced the Rasamanjari program with Kannada film super star 'Upendra ". Fondly called by his fans as "Uppi", super star Upendra is a renowned Actor, Director, Lyricist and Producer.
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Ganesh Chaturdhi Celebrations At Shirdi Sai Temple, Chelmsford


Ganesh Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is one of the important Hindu festivals celebrated by Shirdi Sai Temple, Chelmsford( NESSP) with a great devotion. Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated 10 days from Bhadrapada Shudha Chaturthi to the Ananta Chaturdashi .
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Ganesh Chaturdhi Celebrations At Shirdi Sai Temple, Chelmsford
Culture For A Cause 2015 – Help Rebuild Nepal
Culture For A Cause 2015 – Help Rebuild Nepal


Mother earth shook for mere few seconds in Nepal, but rebuilding the lives of affected people is a project that will take a many months. ‘Culture For A Cause 2015- Help Rebuild Nepal’ was a concept born out of a desire to help those devastated by the recent earthquake, by supporting projects that would have a long lasting impact.
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Seshu Strong Participates In Jimmy Fund Walk


For the 5th time in a row, the "Seshu Strong Team" has participated in the annual Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk - 2015 along with thousands of other walkers on September 27, 2015 to spread Cancer Awareness and Fundraising to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and in-support of cancer patients and their families.
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Seshu Strong Participates In Jimmy Fund Walk
Indian Americans Of Lexington Raise Funds For Cary Memorial Library Foundation
Indian Americans Of Lexington Raise Funds For Cary Memorial Library Foundation


The Indian Americans of Lexington in partnership with the Cary Memorial Library Foundation showcased 'An Indian wedding, A visual Odyssey' on September 19th at the Cary Library which brought to life the color and sights and sounds of an Indian wedding.
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IAGB To Hold GBM And Elections


IAGB will hold its General Body Meeting and Elections for the 2015-2017 term on Sunday October 4, 2015 from 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm at the Burlington Public Library, Burlington, MA. Here is the complete list of candidates for the various positions.
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IAGB To Hold GBM And Elections
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A Jugalbandhi Of Sitar And Violin
A Jugalbandhi Of Sitar And Violin


The sublime sitar virtuosity of Ustad Shahid Parvez Khan meets the musical violin talent Pandit Atulkumar Upadhye in concert together on Friday October 2nd, with tabla accompaniment by Shri Mukesh Jadhav. The on-stage chemistry of the artists is simply beautiful and adds an extra dimension to the richness inherent in the divine music they produce. This evening of music is not to be missed.
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Indian Ethnic Fashion Extravaganza Is Back In Boston


Discover the magic of Indian heritage, feel the textures of lush fabrics and dive into the rich hues of India at Boston as the UCarnival’15 is coming back with an unparalleled line-up Indian Ethnic Ensembles.
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Indian Ethnic Fashion Extravaganza Is Back In Boston
Bridging The Healthcare Divide - Health Services For Rural India
Bridging The Healthcare Divide - Health Services For Rural India


Want to learn about providing health care in rural India? Want a pre-med internship in rural India this December? Ekal Arogya founder Dr. Mukul Bhatia speaks on healthcare in rural India on Friday October 2, 6:30 pm at MIT.
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Nrityotsav Boston – My Experience From Last Year!


Nrityotsav, celebrating the delight of dance, is a unifying effort of dance connoisseurs from all over the world and a forum for them to come together and appreciate dance. Originally conceived by Poornima Risbud and Pallavi Nagesha of Rasarang School of Performing Arts and presented in 2014, Nrityotsav is back here again this year owing to the vast support of the community!
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Nrityotsav Boston – My Experience From Last Year!
Ye Syam Mastani
Ye Syam Mastani


We Care Charity invites you and your loved ones to take part in our second annual fundraising event - Ye Syam Mastani - and join us on an enchanting journey through Hindi cinema music.
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Kavita Krishnamurti Live In Concert


Kavita Krishnamurti is coming for a live concert in the Boston area on 11th October, 2015 at Collins Center in Andover, MA. The event is organized by AAPARNA, a premium Event Management Group of Boston. Undoubtedly one of the favorites of the critics and masses, Kavitaji’s singing career reads like a fairy tale.
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Kavita Krishnamurti Live In Concert
Prabasi To Celebrate Durga Puja 2015
Prabasi To Celebrate Durga Puja 2015


This year Prabasi will be celebrating Durga Puja on October 24th and 25th at the John F. Kennedy Middle School, Waltham, MA.
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Shiv Yog Boston Seva Team Invites You To Durga Saptashati Sadhna Shivirs


During the auspicious days of Navratras, Shiv Yog Boston seva team invites you to Durga Saptashati Sadhna (DSS) shivirs conducted by Param Pujya Shri Avdhoot Baba Shivanandji through audio/visual medium at three locations.
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Shiv Yog Boston Seva Team Invites You To Durga Saptashati Sadhna Shivirs
Boston Bhangra
Boston Bhangra


12 years in the making. This will be the 12th anniversary of the Boston Bhangra Competition. SOLD OUT for the last 11 years…3,000 person attendance….the best BHANGRA teams from North America & Canada…advertising and promotion throughout New England.
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Kartik Chandran Wins MacArthur Genius Award


Kartik Chandran is an environmental engineer integrating microbial ecology, molecular biology, and engineering to transform wastewater from a troublesome pollutant to a valuable resource.
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Kartik Chandran Wins MacArthur Genius Award
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The Benefits Of The New “Filing Date” Visa Bulletin Board Are Already Short-Lived
The Benefits Of The New “Filing Date” Visa Bulletin Board  Are Already Short-Lived


An error by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in the publication of a second bulletin board for October 2015 allowing applicants to pre-file their green card applications continues to see applicants face a lengthy wait before they can adjust their status. These delays are particularly significant for nationals of India.
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Weekend Entertainment


Catch up, register and purchase tickets for the upcoming events and concerts including Once Upon A time NOT in Bollywood Rerun, Kya Yehi Pyar Hai, Nrityotsav 2015, Ye Syam Mastani, Kavita Krishnamurti, Aaina-Aligarh Se Bollywood Tak, Poornaprajna and Anirbhan Das Gupta, Bangla-O-Biswa Durga Puja, Maa Kali Aradhana, Arshad Ali, A Deepavali Music Treat, TriNetra Dance Festival, Ramakrishna Murthy and Just Duets-Hum Aur Tum.
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Weekend Entertainment

New York Life
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Friday - 10/02/15
Once Upon A Time NOT In Bollywood Rerun

Saturday - 10/3/15
Jait re Jait
Once Upon A Time NOT In Bollywood Rerun
Tagore's Genious Meets Indian Classical Music
Kya Yehi Pyar Hai
How to name it? - A celebration of Ilayaraja
Saheli’s 5K Walk to end Domestic Violence/ Burlington
Sri Srinivasa kalyanam

Sunday - 10/4/15
Once Upon A Time NOT In Bollywood Rerun
UIANE Walk for Breast Cancer
Sunderkand Ka Path

Monday - 10/5/15
RedSox Official Mascot Wally

Friday - 10/9/15
Kaushiki Chakraborty

Saturday - 10/10/15
Nrityotsav-2015
Yoga Day at SVC
Ye Syam Mastani
MIT MILAN: Garba and Raas

Sunday - 10/11/15
Kavita Krishnamurti and Shurjo Bhattacharya

Thursday - 10/15/15
9th Annual Unity Dinner
Artist Talk: An Evening with Shahzia Sikander

Friday - 10/16/15
India Heritage weekend
Free movie GANDHI

Saturday - 10/17/15
AAINA - Aligarh se Bollywood tak
India Heritage Weekend
Akhand Ramayana
IAMV Diwali Mela 2015
Gandhi Centenary

Sunday - 10/18/15
Wedding Expo & Shopping Event
Poornaprajna: Hindusthani Violin, Anirbhan Das Gupta: Sarod / MITHAS
India Heritage Weekend

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