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Our Voice And Yours


Happy Ganesh Chaturthi and Labor Day to all our readers!

There are over three million NGOs operating in India, of which approximately 30,000 are FCRA registered. The highest receipt of foreign contribution by state - Delhi (Rs. 2285.75 crore), followed by Tamil Nadu (Rs. 1704.76 crore) and Andhra Pradesh (Rs. 1258.52 crore); by district - Chennai (Rs. 889.99 crore), followed by Mumbai (Rs. 825.40 crore) and Bangalore(Rs. 812.48 crore); and by agency - World Vision of India, Chennai, Tamil Nadu (Rs. 233.38 crore), followed by the Believers Church India Pathanamthitta, Kerala (Rs. 190.05 crore) and Rural Development Trust, Ananthapur, A.P. (Rs. 144.39 crore).
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Our Voice And Yours
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Lokvani Talks To Sachin Gupta
Lokvani Talks To Sachin Gupta


Lokvani talks to Sachin Gupta, who was recently named Minnesota Timberwolves' Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations. Sachin is the son of Ram and Meetu Gupta of Carlisle, MA.
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In Conversation With Antra Bhargav, CEO SuVitas


The name SuVitas is derived from Su – meaning “Good” in Sanskrit and Vitas – meaning “Life” in Latin. The Good Life is all about Quality which in Healthcare is best embodied by the term Wellness. - Antra Bhargava, CEO SuVitas.
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In Conversation With Antra Bhargav, CEO SuVitas
Bollywood Baatein
Bollywood Baatein

(This section is sponsored by Monique Kornfeld, Esq.)

Once again, Disha Patani has set many hearts on fire with her latest series of Instagram posts.
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Puppeteer Anupama Hoskere: Support A Child Event - A Resounding Success


by Mona Khaitan
In a unique offering, Anupama Hoskere of Dhatu Productions brought alive the first play written by Mahakavi Kalidas (4th century, CE), a classic well-known Sanskrit poet and part of India’s heritage and literary pride, using puppets interacting with a live dancer. Held on August 24th, the event raised funds to sponsor over 130 children in India.
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Puppeteer Anupama Hoskere: Support A Child Event - A Resounding Success
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MITHAS Fall 2019 Concert Series
MITHAS Fall 2019 Concert Series


by Shuchita Rao
For the Fall 2019 music concert series, MITHAS (MIT Heritage Arts of South Asia) will be presenting 6 renowned artists, Abhishek Raghuram, Pandit Tejendra Narayan Majumdar, Padmashri Vidushi Kanya Kumari, Vidushi Ruchira Panda, Vidwan Vijay Siva and Vidushi Smt. Aditi Upadhya in classical vocal and instrumental performances.
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DANCE RECITALSTOP
Arangetram: Jeyashakthi Kannan


by Sandhiya Krishnan
Jeyasakthi Kannan, a junior in Lowell Catholic high school performed a laudable Bharathanatya Arangetram on 18th August 2019 at Littleton, MA. A student of Smt. Ranjani Saigal, the evening was fine proof of Jeyasakthi’s talents as a accomplished dancer.
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Arangetram: Jeyashakthi Kannan
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Krishna Janmashtami At Shree Radha Krishna Temple
Krishna Janmashtami At Shree Radha Krishna Temple


by Geetha Patil
The annual festival of Krishna Janamasthami that marks the birthday of Lord Krishna who is believed to be the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu was celebrated at the Shri Radha Krishna Mandir, Northborough, MA on August 23, 2019 by hundreds of devotees with great devotion and happiness with children, friends, and families.
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India Association Of RI India Day 2019


by Isha Magavi and Nitin Trivedi
India Association of RI India day 2019 was held on 10th of August at the Rhode Island State House with dignitaries RI Senator Jack Reed, Consul General of India NY Mr. Sandeep Chakravorty, RI Treasurer Seth Magaziner, Former State Representative Mr. Robert Lancia and RI Congressman Mr. David Ciciline in attendance.
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India Association Of RI India Day 2019
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Kevada Trija, Picnic And Shree Ganesh Puran At Satsang Center
Kevada Trija, Picnic And Shree Ganesh Puran At Satsang Center


Satsang Center will celebrate Kevada Trij on September 1st, picnic on September 2nd and Shree Ganesh Puran from September 2nd-6th.
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More Than My Religion - Art Exhibition


This year the historical town of Lexington MA will host MTMR from September 1st through October 27th, after which the exhibition will move to the Massachusetts State House from October 28th till November 1st.
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More Than My Religion - Art Exhibition
5th Caleidoscope Indian Film Festival
5th Caleidoscope Indian Film Festival


Indian Arts Boston presents the 5th Caleidoscope Indian Film Festival with the screening of 11 contemporary, arthouse Indian diaspora feature films across Greater Boston and Rhode Island from September 5-8, 2019.
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The Doorbeen Song Prada: Lamberghini Duo Comes To Boston


The Lamberghini concert - The Doorbeen are performing live in Boston on Friday the 6th of September 2019 from 8.30 pm to 1.00 am at the Middle East Night Club & Performance hall in Cambridge MA (Central Square).
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The Doorbeen Song Prada: Lamberghini Duo Comes To Boston
GURJAR Brings Back The Ever So Popular India’s Heritage Fest
GURJAR Brings Back The Ever So Popular India’s Heritage Fest


Please mark your calendar for Gurjar’s India Heritage Fest, coming up on Saturday, September 7, 2019 in Lowell, MA.
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Shri Dwarkamai: The 4th Annual Cricket Tournament


Shri Dwarkamai Sports proudly presents the 4th Annual All Rounder Six-A-Side Cricket Tournament on Sep. 7-8, 2019.
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Shri Dwarkamai: The 4th Annual Cricket Tournament
How To Maximize Social Security And How To Minimize Premiums On Medicare
How To Maximize Social Security And How To Minimize Premiums On Medicare


A special retirement planning workshop with expert guest presenter, Mary Beth Franklin. During this workshop, Mary Beth will share proven Social Security strategies and insight to incorporate in your retirement planning. This is a unique opportunity for you to learn strategies to leverage Social Security and make the most of your retirement years!
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Newton BalVihar And AHED Foundation Fundraiser


Newton BalVihar and the Advancement for Health and Education Foundation, Inc have planned a Garba, Raas and Bhangra fundraiser on Saturday, 9/14/2019 from 6:30 to 10 pm.
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Newton BalVihar And AHED Foundation Fundraiser
RRANG: A Broadway Style Large Scale Theatrical Bollywood Production
RRANG: A Broadway Style Large Scale Theatrical Bollywood Production


'RRANG', a Large Scale Spectacular Broadway Style Bollywood Theatrical Production, produced by UFI Events and directed by Rohit Baxi, coming to Boston on September 14, 2019 at the Wang Theatre.
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Milan And Essence Of India Present East Meets West


"East Meet West", an outdoor, free, cultural event, scheduled this year for Saturday, 14th of September at NARA Park, Acton from 2 pm-6.00 pm. The event takes place in collaboration with cultural organizations of several countries presenting the Multicultural traditional, classical, regional performances of music, dance, costumes, food, art, clothing and art & craft, representing the culture and heritage of the world.
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Milan And Essence Of India Present East Meets West
The Great Indian Dance Traditions In SAPTAVARNA
The Great Indian Dance Traditions In SAPTAVARNA


The SAPTAVARNA concept of creating a composite choreography of seven different dance for a ballet performance is bold and innovative in the great tradition of Indian dance. Guru Aruna Mohanty along with the dance exponents Anitha Guha, Monisa Nayak, Janardhan Raj Urs, Pallavi Krishna, and Avijit Das and an eighteen-member troupe will participate in the North American premiere of the ballet SAPTAVARNA on September 21, 2019 at Cary Memorial Hall, in Lexington, MA. Readers of Lokvani would receive a 30% discount until September 10, 2019 by using discount code LOKVANI.
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Maanaseva Celebrates Saint Tyagaraja Vaibhavam


At its 4th Annual Fundraiser, Maanavaseva will hold a scintillating Kuchipudi Dance ballet and Saint Tyagaraja Vaibhavam on Saturday September 21st at the Ashland High School.
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Maanaseva  Celebrates Saint Tyagaraja Vaibhavam
Lokvani College Admission Workshops
Lokvani College Admission Workshops


Lokvani and AcceptU will be offering two free workshops, “Inside the College Admissions Office,” on Sunday, September 22nd in Lexington and Westford, MA.
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Antar Yatra: The Inner Journey


The Boston Chapter of the All India Movement (AIM) for Seva is happy to announce our Seventh Annual Fundraising Dance & Dinner Celebration at the Regis College Theater in Weston on Sunday, 22nd September. Keeping with our reputation for bringing high quality dance productions by leading choreographers from India, this year we are delighted to present Sharmila Biswas’ Antar Yatra: The Inner Journey.
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Antar Yatra: The Inner Journey
Amazing Cultural And Artistic Shows Ny World On Stage
Amazing Cultural And Artistic Shows Ny World On Stage


World on Stage brings to you Li Liu - The Acrobat, Sounds of Korea, Ultimate Tango on October 12th and Dances of the World, Hamza AkramQawwal & Brothers and Falmenco Y Sol on November 2nd in Lexington, MA.
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YOUTH PROFILETOP
Vasant Sundaresan, Young Talented Musician Of Versus Beats


Vasant Sundaresan is a rising senior at St. Johns High School, Shrewsbury, MA. Vasant is a passionate musician. He plays Tenor Saxaphone at the school band and at the Joy of Music Jazz program. He also plays the south Indian drum (mridangam) and has accompanied local students. Vasant produces electronic music beats and runs his own company called Versus Beats, Inc.
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Vasant Sundaresan, Young Talented Musician Of Versus Beats
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Lokvani 2019 Community And Youth Celebration
Lokvani 2019 Community And Youth Celebration


Lokvani invites nominations for Unsung Heroes - volunteers who work hard to make things happen without seeking recognition, Children who have accomplished something special this year, and Inspire Awards for people who have been leading lights in the community. The awards will be presented at the 3rd Annual Lokvani Community And Youth Celebration on December 7, 2019.
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Saving Money For Modern Families


by Chrissy Jones
Managing your home’s finances with dedication and an eye for detail can bring huge benefits, and by reducing food waste, you’ll be doing your bit for the planet to boot.
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Saving Money For Modern Families
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Weekend Entertainment
Weekend Entertainment


Catch up, register and purchase tickets for the upcoming events and concerts by Shreya Ghoshal Live, Abhishek Raghuram, Saptavarna Dance Concert, Dil Se 2019, Rahul Deshpande, Tejendra Majumdar, East Meets West, Manitha Neyam Trust: Musical Night and 2019 MITHAS Membership.
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For The Mathematically Inclined


Congratulations to Ramachandran Balakrishna and Bharath Venkataraman who were the winners of the last set of puzzles. Here are two puzzles for one and all!
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For The Mathematically Inclined
Laugh A While - Jokes
Laugh A While - Jokes


Short pithy jokes to laugh about.
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Recipes For Ganesh Chaturthi


Healthy version of Modaks.
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Recipes For Ganesh Chaturthi
Picture Of The Fortnight
Picture Of The Fortnight


Budapest!
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Thought For The Day


In the end these things matter most: How well did you love? How fully did you live? How deeply did you let go? – Buddha.
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Thought For The Day
Obituary: Sushila G. Lulla
Obituary: Sushila G. Lulla


Please join the family for Antim Ardas and Langar in honor of Sushila G. Lulla, who passed away peacefully on August 25, 2019. She is survived by her brother, Pahlajsing Lulla, and his family, including his son, Sunil Lulla, and daughter-in-law, Dr. Kiran Lulla. She is also survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Dr. Savitri Hingorani and Mr. Pribhu Hingorani.
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Saman
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Event Update
Sunday - 9/1/19
Shreaya Ghoshal live with symphony orchestra
Sunderkand Ka Path

Monday - 9/2/19
Sree Ganesh Puran by Rajendra Giri Bapu
Ganesh Navaratri Mahotsavams

Tuesday - 9/3/19
Yoga Workshop, India Center
Sree Ganesh Puran by Rajendra Giri Bapu

Wednesday - 9/4/19
Sree Ganesh Puran by Rajendra Giri Bapu

Thursday - 9/5/19
5th Caleidoscope Indian Film Festival

Friday - 9/6/19
Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh
5th Caleidoscope Indian Film Festival
Chinatown Presents: When Body becomes Voice - an Evening of Dance

Saturday - 9/7/19
Abhinaya Arts Presents Night Wind Fund Raiser Event for Snehalaya (Cancelled)
5th Caleidoscope Indian Film Festival
Gurjar: India Heritage Fest
Cricket Tournament
Book reading : VIRIAH, a real life inspirational story
IAGB GBM and Elections

Sunday - 9/8/19
AmudhaSri Dance School Theater: NavaShakthi
5th Caleidoscope Indian Film Festival

Monday - 9/9/19
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India

Thursday - 9/12/19
IIT-IIT (IITians Influencing India’s Transformation)

Friday - 9/13/19
India International Film Festival of Boston

Saturday - 9/14/19
Desai Foundation: Lotus Festival
MITHAS: Abhishek Raghuram (Carnatic Vocal)
200 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh
Milan and Essence of India Presents East Meets West
India International Film Festival of Boston
RRANG: A Broadway Style Large Scale Theatrical Bollywood Production

Sunday - 9/15/19
India International Film Festival of Boston
NEMA Onam
Yoga Teacher Training in RIshikesh -2019-20

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