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While we once again wait for the MA State budget to be approved, the Fair Share Amendment, also known as "millionaire's tax" is expected to provide $500M for Education and $500M for Transportation in FY 2024.
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Our Voice And Yours
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Largest Hare Krishna Temple Opens In Shrewsbury
Largest Hare Krishna Temple Opens In Shrewsbury


The India Heritage Foundation in Shrewsbury inaugurated its Sri Sri Radha Damodhar Mandir on the July 4th weekend in Shrewsbury, MA which is the largest Hare Krishna temple in New England. Senator Michael Moore and Ravi Ika did the ribbon cutting for the center.
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Signifcance Of Samohika Satyanaraya Katha


by Geetha Patil
The Satyanarayana Puja is a religious worship of Lord Vishnu, the protector the world. The puja is described in the Skanda Purana, a medieval era Sanskrit text. The Puja’s name is a combination of two powerful words Satya means truth and Narayan means Vishnu, together they mean “The highest being who is the embodiment of truth”. Therefore, Satyanarayana Puja means worshipping the truth that stands above everything else in this world and is revered and worthy of worship. Because if you are true, Narayan will save you from all perils, evil forces, and dangers.
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Signifcance Of Samohika Satyanaraya Katha
Know Which Foods Prevent Weight Loss
Know Which Foods Prevent Weight Loss


by Drs. Indrajeet Tyagi and Iranna Hirapur
Our diet includes three kinds of foods that provide calories to our bodies: 1) Carbohydrates have 4 calories per gram. 2) Proteins have 4 calories per gram, 3) Fats have 9 calories per gram. Therefore, always eat more and more low calorie foods -- fruits, vegetables, and salads to lose or maintain your normal weight along with your routine walking and Yoga.
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Indian Americans For Burlington At July 4 Parade


Indian Americans for Burlington participated in the local July 4th parade. Deepa Agrawal, the president of IAB, together with the members of her executive team, Smita Kapadia, Atul Bhammar, Shilpa Patangay, Vaidehi Pathak, Vasantha Kannan, Shweta Mathur, Amrit Soni, Menka Jethra and committed volunteers, are grateful to the Burlington Fourth of July Parade team for arranging this event every year.
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Indian Americans For Burlington At July 4 Parade
Morari Bapu: Ram Katha Boston
Morari Bapu: Ram Katha Boston


The Ramayana is an epic poem which was first written from memory (smriti) by sage Valmiki in the Sanskrit language. Many years later, Goswami Tulsidas, born in the 16th century, wrote the Ramcharitmanas (a different version of the Ramayana written in Avadhi Hindi), which is the scripture used as a basis by Morari Bapu in his kathas. He will be in Boston from July 8th-16th.
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Rani Sarin: Consonance


Rani Sarin presents Consonance (Mixed Media and Batik) at the Lincoln Public Library from now until July 28th. Join her for wine and cheese reception on July 9th from 5-7 pm.
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Rani Sarin: Consonance
Gujarati Musical Evening: Jay Vasavada, Shobhit Desai And Chandu Shah
Gujarati Musical Evening: Jay Vasavada, Shobhit Desai And Chandu Shah


A fun filled evening of Gujarati Gazals and poetic entertainment as three of the celebrated stars will deliver an unstoppable JALSO, on Friday, July 14th at 7pm at Academy of Creative Arts in Burlington MA.
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ISW: Upcoming Events


ISW will be hosting Graduation Havan, Health Care Proxy and Living Will, Hasya Kavi Sammelan and Can you do Canva? during the month of July.
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ISW: Upcoming Events
UIANE: Summer Potluck Picnic & Spirit Of India
UIANE: Summer Potluck Picnic & Spirit Of India


UIANE invites you to Summer Potluck Picnic on July 16th in Brookline, MA and Spirit of India on August 13th in Medford, MA.
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TiEBoston: Review Recent Multifamily Deals


TiE Boston's Real Estate SIG is excited to launch its new Knowledge Hour series, where experienced Charter Members (CMs) will present their journeys in acquiring specific real estate assets. Join Amitabh Swarup and Hitesh Aurora on July 19th to Review Recent Multifamily Deals.
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TiEBoston: Review Recent Multifamily Deals
Vision-Aid: The Son Of The Wind - The Saga Of Hanuman
Vision-Aid: The Son Of The Wind - The Saga Of Hanuman


Following in the Vision-Aid tradition of hosting spectacular dance mega-productions for 15+ years, which have become a popular and familiar feature of New England summers, this year's show, "The Son of the Wind - the saga of Hanuman" is on Sunday July 23rd from 4 – 7:30 pm, in Littleton, MA.
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Vivekananda Family Camp


VHPA announces its extremely popular Camp Vivekananda Summer Family Camp on the shores of beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee, NH. from August 13 to 19, 2023.
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Vivekananda Family Camp
IAGB: India Day 2023
IAGB: India Day 2023


IAGB will celebrate India Day 20023 with a Ball Game, Flag Raising Ceremonies and India the Trailblazer Celebration at the Hatch Shell.
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NESSP: Upcoming Events


Guru Poornima and Krittika Nakshatram at NESSP.
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NESSP: Upcoming Events
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TiE Boston’s Aqua-Sol Wins First Runner-Up At The 2023 Global Finals Of TiE Young Entrepreneurs
TiE Boston’s Aqua-Sol Wins First Runner-Up At The 2023 Global Finals Of TiE Young Entrepreneurs


At the Global Finals held in San Diego last week, TiE Boston’s Young Entrepreneurs (TYE) team , Aqua-Sol won the 1st Runner-Up Award. The team, which consists of Soham Kulkarni, Samarth Bedre, Jacob Slavsky, Anoop Rampure and Karthik Pisupati, developed a technique that uses a water distribution system to enhance solar panel efficiency and extend the lifespan of solar panels. They were also awarded the Best Business Plan Award.
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PanIIT High School And Graduate Students Scholarships


As a service to IIT alumni in the USA, PanIIT USA is currently accepting applications for scholarships under the Graduate Students Scholarship and High School Scholarship programs. The last date to apply is July 25, 2023.
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PanIIT High School And Graduate Students Scholarships
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US Supreme Court Verdict: On Colleges And Race, Indian-American Leaders Split On Party Lines
US Supreme Court Verdict: On Colleges And Race, Indian-American Leaders Split On Party Lines


Democrats Pramila Jayapal and Ro Khanna are on opposite end of the spectrum with Republicans Nikki Healey and Vivek Ramaswamy on the issue of Colleges and Race.
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How To Start Writing Your College Essay


by Stephen Friedfeld
The Common Application does not go live until August 1, but students should begin working on their admissions essays now. If students are applying to colleges or universities accepting the Common Application the essays will remain the same as last year. Those questions include ...
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How To Start Writing Your College Essay
Creating And Maintaining Generational Wealth In Retirement
Creating And Maintaining Generational Wealth In Retirement


In today’s fast-paced world, ensuring financial stability for future generations can be a daunting task. However, it is a common goal for retirees to create and maintain generational wealth in retirement. What better way to leave a legacy than to provide financial security? That’s why this article will provide valuable tips and insights to help retirees build a legacy for their families and future generations.
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For The Mathematically Inclined


Here are two new problems for the weekend.
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For The Mathematically Inclined
Obituary: Soni Lala
Obituary: Soni Lala


Mrs. Soni Lala, beloved wife of Mr. Kanayo Lala departed for her heavenly abode on Friday, June 30th, 2023.
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Event Update
Saturday - 07/8/23
Ram Katha Boston
BAPS: Guru Purnima
Dubai Properties

Sunday - 07/9/23
Sunderkand Ka Path

Friday - 07/14/23
મેઘધનુષ

Saturday - 07/15/23
FISCO Picnic
5K for SEWA
Hasya Kavi Sammelan

Sunday - 07/16/23
Ekal Picnic

Saturday - 07/22/23
Telugu Pravachanam: Sri Siddhi Vinayaka Tatvam

Sunday - 07/23/23
Vision Aid: The Son of the Wind

Sunday - 07/30/23
Explore the Spiritual Roots of Yoga - Self-Realization Fellowship 2023 World Convocation

Thursday - 8/3/23
Sairam Dave: Haso Nahi To Mara Sam
Gujarati Comedy Show - Haso Nahi to Mara Sam by Sairam Dave

Saturday - 8/12/23
Shadaj: Dhananjay Hegde (Vocal)
IARI: India Day 2023 Celebration

Sunday - 8/13/23
2023 Vivekananda Family Camp

Sunday - 8/20/23
Saheli: Art Fest

Tuesday - 8/22/23
JUST ACT - Acting Workshop by Mukesh Chhabra

Saturday - 9/9/23
Hindi Manch: Begani Shadi Nein

Sunday - 9/10/23
Hindi Manch: Begani Shadi Mein

Saturday - 9/16/23
Shadaj: Rahul Sharma (Santoor) – Aditya Kalyanpur (Tabla)

Sunday - 9/24/23
Surmayee Shaam | Inspirations and Legacies

Saturday - 9/30/23
Sukoon: THe Power of Lyrical Words

Friday - 10/6/23
Dubai Property

Monday - 10/9/23
Dubai Properties

Saturday - 10/21/23
Shadaj: Raghunandan Panshikar (Vocal)

Sunday - 10/29/23
write for us opportunity

Saturday - 11/4/23
Shadaj: Gauri Pathare (Vocal)

Wednesday - 11/8/23
Dubai luxury property

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