Tata Steel and software exporter Wipro have been named among the world's most ethical companies by an American think tank. Tata Steel and Wipro are the only Indian entities named in the 2012 list of 'World's Most Ethical Companies' (WME) prepared by US-based Ethisphere Institute. [more]

(This article is sponsored by Attorney Trupti Patel)

Gaugarin co-founded and worked as CEO for MyMediaInfo (RedEgg Solutions, Inc), successfully growing the company to a clientele of 1,000 before Thomson Reuters’ acquisition in 2012. He brought a part of the business to a small town - Nagercoil in India to help the economy. He talked to Lokvani about his entrepreneurial journey. [more]

(This article is sponsored by Emerson Hospital)

Christian Drapeau graduated as a Neurophysiologist from the Montreal Neurological Institute, McGill University. He developed the “Stem Cell Theory of Renewal” in 2002, the concept that stem cells from the bone marrow constitute the natural repair system of the body. [more]

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

Katrina Kaif, one of the most sought after actresses in Bollywood, has reportedly been offered one crore rupees for making a 10-minute appearance in Kochi. [more]

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A musical event dedicated to one of the greatest Bollywood lyricist/poet Sahir Ludhianvi was held on March 10, 2012 at the Chinmaya Maruti Auditorium in Andover, MA. The event directed by Siraj Khan featured several local talents who paid their tribute through music, dance and poetry. [more]

(This article is sponsored by Kanan Sachdeva)

Did you know that more than 25% of the world’s blind population is in India? Perkins School for the Blind is making a difference in India and seeks guidance from Indian Americans in New England. To learn more about Perkins’ India Advisory Committee, attend the inaugural meeting on Tuesday, May 15, at 7:00 pm. [more]

Shua Khan Arshad, a promising and upcoming local talent in the Boston area presented an unusual bouquet of popular Pakistani film songs, ghazals, folk and Sufi Kalaam, a style not normally experienced in the local music scene. [more]

On Feb.11th evening, Dwarkamai Shirdi Sai Temple experienced a truly melodious evening of Hindustani Classical Music presented by Smt. Purba Debnath, a disciple of the eminent scholar-musician-guru from Agra and Gwalior gharana, late Pandit V.R. Athavale and the thumri exponent late Shri Bireshwar Gautam. Learnquest faculty members, Smt. Preeti Chakrvarthy on harmonium and Dr. Nishikant Sonwalkar on tabla provided excellent accompaniment in the concert. [more]

The New England Kannada Koota (NEKK) organized a combined Dasa and Vachana day at the Chinmaya Maruti Temple in Andover on February 25th. The nearly 10-hour mega event drew nearly 400 spectators and close to a hundred participants. [more]

The Lasya School of Dance, formed and directed by Smt. Sapna Krishnan, gave a heart-throbbing concert of music, dance, and cultural tradition. Around 400 people filled the seats of the auditorium, all ready to enjoy the program. [more]

Kashish presents an evening of melodious and lilting numbers from Hindi films by the versatile duo Asha Bhosle and Mohamed Rafi. The second of a series of two articles about the event and the team bringing it to you. Buy Tickets [more]

This year the Carnatic segment will feature a dazzling display combining the music of young and emerging artists as well as the legends from India: Vid. Neyveli Santhanagopalan, Shantala Subramanyam, Vid. Unnikrishnan, Nirmala Rajsekhar, Prashant Radhakrishnan, and Vid. O.S. Thiagarajan to name a few. [more]

Celebrate International Dance day (April 29) with Priyadarshini Govind. MITHAS presents a grand recital by the leading Bharatanatyam dancer, Priyadarshini Govind at Kresge MIT on Sunday April 29 at 4:00 pm. Buy Tickets [more]

On March 10, 2012, Saheli Gupshup held its 3rd annual meeting entitled: “Coping with Domestic Violence” at the Burlington Public Library. Dr. Rajen Trivedi MD, and Dr. Nasir Khan MD, leading South Asian psychiatrists practicing in the Central Massachusetts area, were invited to speak to the group on this vitally important topic. [more]

On February 24th, Jerome took center-stage to enthrall about 120 people with astounding skill and musicianship. The event helped raise $1250 for the survivors of the Bhopal Gas Disaster. [more]

The UIANE holi event at Masala Art Restaurant in Needham was the place to be last weekend. The event was sold out for the second year with over 250 people attending the event and many people were still calling looking for tickets. [more]

The exhibit runs from March 1 to April 30 with a reception on Friday March 23rd. The event also comprises two interesting panel discussions. The first invites together musicians and dancers to discuss the common themes that shape their narratives and styles. The second encourages artists and Harvard physicians to explore the healing effect of art on human psyche. [more]

Indian Restaurant Masala Art has recently launched Bollywood Karaoke Sundays. Every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month, enjoy fabulous appetizers, a ravishing buffet spread, an evening of music, singing and dancing, all for $25 per person including tax and tip. On Sunday March 25th, enjoy guest singers Nidhi Tare & Mohan Subramaniam while they take you on a musical journey from the 60’s to the present. [more]

The Indian-born Distinguished Professor of Biology at the University of Massachusetts, Boston, Dr. Kamal Bawa, will receive the Gunnerus Gold Medal and the award of 1 Million NOK (U.S. $ 190,000). Dr Bawa is most noted for his pioneering work on population biology in rainforest areas. [more]

The Akshaya Patra Foundation bagged three top awards for their excellence in reporting standards for the year 2010-2011 showing their commitment to organizational transparency. [more]

If you ask people, many of them will tell you that they are not afraid of dying so much as they may be afraid of living too long. No one looks forward to the time when you are very much alive, but cannot care for yourself. When that time comes, your ability to live as good a life as physically possible will depend on what preparations you make today. Exercise, eat right, stay mentally fit and financially prepared. [more]

There are more than 2,000 four-year colleges in the United States to choose from. When starting the college admissions process, make sure that you research schools with programs that best suit you. Your initial list can be as long as you’d like. [more]

An individual’s greatness should be judged on the basis of the extent to which he/she has been able to live up to eminent human values and has fostered their development. Talents and abilities are just means or tools. [more]

“Our formula for Health is Happiness”, says Ruma Neogy. But does rest of the Neogy family agree? Let us find out. [more]

Saurabh Saksena presents a thoughtful analysis of the Indian elections. [more]

Catch up, register and purchase tickets for the events and concerts during this upcoming fortnight including Bollywood Live-Somen and Lopa, Zakir Hussain and Masters of Percussions, Indrani Mukherjee, Sugar and Spice, Harvard India Conference, IITSINE Annual Social, Awakening of the Soul-The Triveni Ensemble and Chinmaya Mission-Triple Carnatic Concerts. [more]

Congratulations to Aseem Chandawarkar and Vijay Aivalli, who were the winner of the last set of puzzles. Here is one easy puzzle for students and one for adults. [more]

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Ravi, also referred to as Bombay Ravi in Malayalam films, was a self-taught musician who really struggled to get a foothold in the music industry in Hindi films. He started off doing back up vocals for Hemant Kumar in Anand Math and then slowly made his mark as composer. [more]

"Life is known only by those who have found a way to be comfortable with change and the unknown. Given the nature of life, there may be no security, but only adventure." - Rachel Naomi Remen. [more]

Nut recipes, Spicy and Sweet to serve your guests for a party. [more]

Asha Shah captures these at the Great Meadow in Concord, MA. [more]

Food Jokes - To whet your appetite! [more]