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US President Joe Biden has nominated at least 20 Indian Americans, including 13 women, to key positions in his administration days. As many as 17 of them would be part of the White House complex. Here's a list of all the India-Americans nominated so far.
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Shishu Bharati Volunteers Appreciation Event: A Small Token Of Tribute
Shishu Bharati Volunteers Appreciation Event: A Small Token Of Tribute


by Seshi Sompuram
As the volunteers continue their mission, Shishu Bharati, as a small token of appreciation, hosted a virtual “Volunteers Appreciation” event to honor and express gratitude to all of the volunteers, including alumni student volunteers and their families. It was a tribute to each one of the volunteers for their dedication, selfless service, and zeal in teaching hundreds of children, not only to preserve but also to prepare young children to be ambassadors for our proud Indian Heritage.
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India Prehistory And Indus Period - Science And Technology


by Bijoy Misra
Agriculture and irrigation represent some of the early traces of technological innovation in India. Stone tools found in Bhimbetka suggest that the Neolithic cave dwellers were adept in mechanical skills and had likely developed knowledge of high-heat smelting. They collected rainwater through an extensive reservoir system, which also was a major innovation.
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India Prehistory And Indus Period - Science And Technology
IAGB Covid Cares Relief Fund Donates Over $15,000 To Local Food Pantries And Shelters
IAGB Covid Cares Relief Fund Donates Over $15,000 To Local Food Pantries And Shelters


IAGB launched its Cares Relief Fund Program with several initiatives to support the local pantries and shelters. The creative fundraising initiatives and with its own matching, helped IAGB raise $15,000 for the needy. IAGB donated these funds to 7 pantries, shelters and emergency help centers in the New England area.
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In Conversation With Arushi Aggarwal On Her First Novel 'Telescope'


Arushi Aggarwal a sophomore at Lexington High School talks to us on her first science fiction novel, 'Telescope'.
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In Conversation With Arushi Aggarwal On Her First Novel 'Telescope'
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Sandip Soparrkar And Academy Of Creative Arts Collaborate To Bring Best Of Bollywood To Boston & Beyond
Sandip Soparrkar And Academy Of Creative Arts Collaborate To Bring Best Of Bollywood To Boston & Beyond


Academy of Creative Arts is starting 2021 with a BANG… Going global with their programs, ACA announced beginning 2021 with an exciting collaboration with Bollywood and Hollywood celebrity choreographer Sandip Soparrkar.
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KHMC Virtual Concerts Continue During Covid-19 Pandemic Lockdown In 2020!


by Jeyanthi Ghatraju, Shuchita Rao, Varun Chandramouli and Smitha Krishnan
Karnatic Hindustani Music Circle of New England (KHMC) is a grass roots Indian Classical music organization, formed with the express purpose of promoting and providing a concert platform for seasoned musicians and budding talent in the New England area, in an up-close and personal chamber setting. Last year they hosted more than 50 artists.
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KHMC Virtual Concerts Continue During Covid-19 Pandemic Lockdown In 2020!
India Association Of Rhode Island Celebrates Holi With New England Artists
India Association Of Rhode Island Celebrates Holi With New England Artists


IARI invites you to contribute poetry, short stories, arts, recipes, and cartoons to the Digital Booklet that will be launched as part of the Holi Celebration. Last day to register Jan. 31, 2021.
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Inaugural Vandana (Blessings)


by Kumu Gupta
Inaugural Vandana (Blessings) virtual event in celebration of 59th Presidential Inaugural MLK National Day for Inauguration of President Joseph Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris was organized by Kumu Gupta on January 18th 2021 with performances by Anjali Nath and Beth Bahia Cohen.
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Inaugural Vandana (Blessings)
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CMB Hosts Online Q And A On The Topic Of Vedanta
CMB Hosts Online Q And A On The Topic Of Vedanta


Chinmaya Mission Boston (CMB) is hosting an online event on Friday, Jan 22nd, where Dr. Shashi Dwarakanath, spiritual guide at CMB will answer audience questions about how Vedanta principles can be applied to our daily lives.
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KHMC Concert - Srinidhi Puchha


Listen to a Carnatic Veena Concert by Srinidhi Puchha at the KHMC concert on Sunday, January 24, 2021.
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KHMC Concert - Srinidhi Puchha
NESSP: Upcoming Events
NESSP: Upcoming Events


Pradosham, Sai Vrat Katha & Sankashti Chaturthi at NESSP.
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Vyasa Yoga: Promotion Of Positive Health


Nataraja Yoga Center will be offering 17 Sessions of Promotion of Positive Health - Basic YOGA Training from Feb. 2nd to Mar. 16th.
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Vyasa Yoga: Promotion Of Positive Health
Chinmaya Mission Boston Hosts Thyaragaraja Aradhana Online Event
Chinmaya Mission Boston Hosts Thyaragaraja Aradhana Online Event


Keeping up with the tradition, Chinmaya Mission will celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Thyagaraja Aradhana with renditions of Pancharatna Kritis during Sri Rama Abhishekam in Chinmaya Maruti Mandir on Jan. 30, 2021.
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IANH Hosts A Virtual Meeting With The Consul General Of India


IANH invites you to a Zoom Meeting with the Consul General of India Mr. Randhir Jaiswal on Sunday January 31 from 3 to 4 PM.
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IANH Hosts A Virtual Meeting With The Consul General Of India
SAPNE's Winter Meeting: Mother's Love
SAPNE's Winter Meeting: Mother's Love


SAPNE invites original compositions in any language on the topic of 'Mother's Love' for its winter meeting on February 14th.
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Essay And Art Competition For South Asian-American Youth


'How my identity intersects with the civil rights movement', an essay and art competition open to South Asian-American Students in Grades 6-12. Deadline Feb. 14, 2021.
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Essay And Art Competition For South Asian-American Youth
Bhagwan Mahavir Fellowship To Study Prakrit In India
Bhagwan Mahavir Fellowship To Study Prakrit In India


International School for Jain Studies, ISJS invites applications from interested scholars for all fully paid Bhagwan Mahavir fellowships to go to India for 10 months for the study of Prakrit language (a language of Jain Canonical literature).
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Praveen Tailam Elected Chair Of TiE Global


Praveen Tailam has been elected as the Chairman of the TiE Global Board of Trustees. Praveen was previously the Vice-Chairman of TiE Global Board in 2018. Praveen has been a charter member of TiE Boston for a long time. He is well-known in the community as an investor, startup advisor, speaker, mentor, and philanthropist. Praveen was the President of the Boston chapter from 2016-2018
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Praveen Tailam Elected Chair Of TiE Global
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Celebrating Vivekananda Jayanthi
Celebrating Vivekananda Jayanthi


The best way to celebrate Swami Vivekananda Jayanthi is by following his teachings of renunciation and service.
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5 Ways The Pandemic Is Affecting Retirement Planning


It's been a tough year, but here's how to get your retirement plan back on track.
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5 Ways The Pandemic Is Affecting Retirement Planning
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Laugh A While
Laugh A While


Hear about the new restaurant called Karma?
There’s no menu - you get what you deserve.
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Recipes


Coconut milk recipes.
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Recipes
Picture Of The Fortnight
Picture Of The Fortnight


The New year bells ring bringing peace and joy!
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Thought For The Day


“Gender equality is more than a goal in itself. It is a precondition for meeting the challenge of reducing poverty, promoting sustainable development and building good governance.” — Kofi Annan.
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Thought For The Day

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