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Our Voice And Yours


12 Mass. universities ranked among world’s best in new rankings by US New & World Report. For the first time, China had the most universities on the list with 338 while the United States of America was second with 280.
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Our Voice And Yours
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FISCO Celebrates Diwali
FISCO Celebrates Diwali


by Usha Vakil
One was welcomed at the Belmont senior center with lights, decorations, scintillating music and aroma of food. It was The Friends of Indian Senior Citizens Organization (FISCO) of Burlington MA Diwali celebration after hiatus of two years when Covid upended lives and all social interactions. This year Fisco brought over 200 members, their friends, guests, and children together. It was time to connect with each other, share Diwali with senior community and for children to learn about Indian heritage and culture.
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ISW Cultural School Kids Activity: Hands-on Killa (Fort) Making For Diwali


by Aditya Ambade
Diwali is a well-known Indian festival across the globe and is celebrated whole-heartedly by Indians no matter where they live. This year, the ISW cultural school introduced a tradition from Maharashtra to kids as a part of cultural assembly.
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ISW Cultural School Kids Activity: Hands-on Killa (Fort) Making For Diwali
Celebrating Diwali With Firemen
Celebrating Diwali With Firemen


When members of the Hindu Community in this small southern New Hampshire town of Salem, NH showed up (after arranging with the fire department chief) on the evening of October 24, 2022 in bright ethnic attire bearing sweets and snacks in colorful packages, the firemen were not going to be outdone.
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BAPS Charities’ Largest Blood Drives In USA And Canada Helps Save 12,000 Lives


In a time of great need, the spirit of giving was clearly visible as individuals gathered at BAPS Charities Blood Donation Drives organized throughout USA and Canada. BAPS Charities organized a record-breaking 100 blood drives across North America in partnership with local blood banks. These drives helped collect 4,000 pints of blood to potentially save 12,000 lives (one pint can save up to three lives).
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BAPS Charities’ Largest Blood Drives In USA And Canada Helps Save 12,000 Lives
President Calls Indian-Americans 'soul' Of The Nation, As White House Celebrates Diwali
President Calls Indian-Americans 'soul' Of The Nation, As White House Celebrates Diwali


President Joe Biden held Diwali celebrations at the White House October 24, 2022, greeting a host of Indian-American and other supporters to the event.
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Hindu Legacy Through The Generations


by Jaya Asthana
Hindu Women’s Network (HWN) is hosting a Virtual Conference on Sat. Oct 29, 2022, at 2:00 - 4:00 PM (EST) to celebrate Hindu Heritage Month. The Theme of this Conference is 'Hindu Legacy Through the Generations'.
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Hindu Legacy Through The Generations
ICC: Health & Wellness Series
ICC: Health & Wellness Series


Join us for a free meditation webinar on 'Heart Disease Epidemic in South Asians: Cracking the Paradox And How to Prevent it' by Dr. Harshad Sanghvi on October 29th.
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Bala Stotranjali And Dashaavataar


Join Sankara Healthcare Foundation, Anokhe Taare and VHPA for a presentation of Bala Stotranjali and Dashaavataar on Oct. 29th at 11 am.
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Bala Stotranjali And Dashaavataar
Music Concert: Immortal Bollywood
Music Concert: Immortal Bollywood


Marathi Cinema Boston, is organizing a music concert, IMMORTAL BOLLYWOOD, a tribute to the music legends, Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, Kishore Kumar and Mohammad Rafi on Oct. 29 at Maxwell Auditorium, Scottish Rite Masonic Museum in Lexington.
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AIM For Seva Presents Live Musical: Ragas With Abby V


AIM for Seva presents live musical: Ragas with Abby V, an evening of Hindustani and Classical ragas and popular film songs in Hindi and Tamil on October 29th. AIM for Seva is a 501 (c) (3) registered non-profit organization that supports poor tribal and rural children in India to finish high-school education.
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AIM For Seva Presents Live Musical: Ragas With Abby V
VYO: Goverdhan Puja And Annakut
VYO: Goverdhan Puja And Annakut


Shreenathji Haveli invites you to Goverdhan Pook and Annakut on October 30, 2022.
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UPCOMING EVENTSTOP
NESSP: Upcoming Events


Chhat Pooja and Sri Subrahmanya SwamyThirukalyanam at NESSP.
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NESSP: Upcoming Events
Satsang Center: Sri JalaRam Jayanti And Tulasi Vivah
Satsang Center: Sri JalaRam Jayanti  And Tulasi Vivah


After enjoying the holy days of Diwali and New Year, the festivities continue at the Satsang Center. Especially, if you are Lohana, you do not want to miss this Sri JalaRam Jayanti Bhajan Program! The food will remind you as if you are in VirPur - Gujarat.
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Ekal Vidyalaya: Upcoming Events And Workshops


Ekal in-person events and workshops are running around the country.
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	Ekal Vidyalaya: Upcoming Events And Workshops
Brahma Kumaris: Events For November 2022
Brahma Kumaris: Events For November 2022


The Bramha Kumaris have several events in November to help uplift you spiritually. Check them out.
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YOUTH PROFILETOP
My Sewa International Experience On Building Toilets In India


by Ayan Mishra
In developed urban world, we take going to school for-granted. Going to school is a critical part of a child’s mental and physical development. It is just a part of our lives. However, nearly half the world’s schools lack clean drinking water, toilets, and handwashing facilities, putting millions of children at risk of missing out or worse catching diseases.
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My Sewa International Experience On Building Toilets In India
PEOPLETOP
Obituary: Surender Kapoor
Obituary: Surender Kapoor


Surender Kapoor passed away on October 20, 2022. Funeral services will be held on October 28th.
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CONTRIBUTIONSTOP
Why Colleges And Universities Want “Active” Students


by Stephen Friedfeld
College admissions can be daunting for high school students – competitive colleges consider strong academics, compelling essays, a flawless interview, glowing letters of recommendation and high scores on standardized tests. With all of these factors, why do colleges also stress that they seek students who have extracurricular involvement and leadership?
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Why Colleges And Universities Want “Active” Students
Swami Vivekananda: Strength
Swami Vivekananda: Strength


What does strength mean? Here is Swami Vivekananda's take on it!
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LIFESTYLETOP
Recipes


Quick fix recipes with Tofu.
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Recipes
Laugh A While
Laugh A While


Why did the Architect dip his finger in blue ink? To get a blue print.
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Picture Of The Fortnight


Sunset captured from a California beach.
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Picture Of The Fortnight
Thought For The Day
Thought For The Day


“ True wisdom lies in gathering the precious things out of each day as it goes by. ” — E.S. Bouton.
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Saturday - 10/29/22
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Immortal Bollywood
IANH Diwali Festival and Garba

Friday - 11/4/22
Course by Brahmakumaris

Sunday - 11/6/22
UIANE Diwali 2022

Saturday - 11/12/22
MITHAS: Kruthi Bhat (Carnatic Vocal)

Sunday - 11/13/22
Magnificent 4 - Indian Idol - Top 4 Winners - Season 12
CMB Annual Diwali Gala

Friday - 12/2/22
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh India

Saturday - 12/3/22
Boston Bhangra Competition
Maanavseva

Sunday - 12/4/22
Saheli Gala Nirbhaya
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Saturday - 12/31/22
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