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Our Voice And Yours


"Wishing you a meaningful Martin Luther King Jr. Day as we honor his legacy of equality and justice for all."
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Our Voice And Yours
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Lokvani Talks To IAGB Team
Lokvani Talks To IAGB Team


IAGB is celebrating India's Republic Day on Jan 24, 2026 at the Burlington high school in Burlington, MA. IAGB team members Deepak Garg, Shital Bhammar, Vijay Ejenkar and Prashant Kulkarni describe the competitions and cultural showcase.
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Chinmaya Mission Boston Kicks Of Amrit Mahotsav Of The Chinmaya Movement


The year 2026 marks 75 glorious years since Swami Chinmayananda started on the divine mission of spreading happiness through Vedanta, the timeless and universal science of life. The build up to the big celebration of Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav is being kicked off this Saturday January 17th, with a 12-hour collective chanting of the Hanuman Chalisa, led by Dr. Shashi Dwarakanath.
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Chinmaya Mission Boston Kicks Of Amrit Mahotsav Of The Chinmaya Movement
Happy Makar Sankranti /Pongal/Lohri/Khichari/Bihu
Happy Makar Sankranti /Pongal/Lohri/Khichari/Bihu


'Sankranti' means the 'apparent passage of the sun from one rasi to the next.' Hence the rasi in which the sun enters is designated as the sankranti of that name. When the sun leaves the rasi called Dhanu and enters the Makar rasi it is called Makar Sankranti. It is a social festival; a time to offer.
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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Inaugurates Grand International Exposition
Of Sacred Piprahwa Relics Related To Bhagwan Buddha In New Delhi


Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the Grand International Exposition of Sacred Piprahwa Relics related to Bhagwan Buddha, titled “The Light & the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One”, at the Rai Pithora Cultural Complex, New Delhi.
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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Inaugurates Grand International Exposition<br>Of Sacred Piprahwa Relics Related To Bhagwan Buddha In New Delhi
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Echoes Of Kashmir: Commemorating Kashmiri Hindu Exodus Day
Echoes Of Kashmir: Commemorating Kashmiri Hindu Exodus Day


Please join us for a Webinar on Echoes of Kashmir: Commemorating Kashmiri Hindu Exodus Day on Monday, January 19, 2026 at 10:30 am.
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Chinmaya MIssion: Upcoming Events


Hanuman Chalisa Chanting, Samashti Shri Hanuman Chalisa Havan, Family Fun Night, Gita Mahotsav, Maha Shivaratri Puja & Rudrabhishekham, Sri Thyagaraja Aradhana at Chinmaya Mission Boston.
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Chinmaya MIssion: Upcoming Events
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IAGB Invites Community To Celebrate Republic Day 2026 With Dance, Talent, And Togetherness
IAGB Invites Community To Celebrate Republic Day 2026 With Dance, Talent, And Togetherness


The India Association of Greater Boston (IAGB) proudly announces its flagship Republic Day Mela 2026 on Saturday January 24, 2026, a full-day celebration of Indian culture, creativity, and community spirit. This year’s theme, “India in Harmony – The Five Elements,” will be brought to life through captivating performances and spirited competitions.
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Beats, Culture, And Community: Join The Dhol Tasha Lezim Training Workshop At ISW


The India Society of Worcester (ISW) is delighted to invite the community to an energizing Dhol Tasha Lezim Workshop on Jan. 24th, bringing together the power, rhythm, and cultural depth of India’s iconic folk percussion traditions. This immersive workshop promises an engaging, hands-on experience for all participants.
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Beats, Culture, And Community: Join The Dhol Tasha Lezim Training Workshop At ISW
Brahma Kumaris: Upcoming Events
Brahma Kumaris: Upcoming Events


Join Brahma Kumaris for The Power of Silent Revolution and Inner Power-Building Resilience Within on Jan. 24th and 25th.
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India Heritage Foundation Boston: Upcoming Events


Sri Advaita Acharya's Appearance Day, Sri Nityananda Trayodashi, and Bhagavad Gita Courses at India Heritage Foundation Boston, Shrewsbury, MA.
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India Heritage Foundation Boston: Upcoming Events
South Asian Showdown Selects Ten Finalists To Compete In 17th Annual Bollywood/Fusion Competition
South Asian Showdown Selects Ten Finalists To Compete In 17th Annual Bollywood/Fusion Competition


South Asian Showdown selects Ten Finalists to compete in the 17th Annual Bollywood/Fusion Competition: Cornell Sitara, DFD Academy, JHU Zinda, Maryland Dhoom, MIT Mirchi, Nova Nassa, Queen City Ishaare, TAMU Maaya, UC Dhadak, and UMass Dhadak.
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Shadaj: Continuing The Tradition Of Excellence


After celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2025 with a grand event, Shadaj is gearing up for the next music festival on March 28, 2026, at the Lexington High School auditorium.
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Shadaj: Continuing The Tradition Of Excellence
18th LearnQuest Music Festival
18th LearnQuest Music Festival


18th LearnQuest Music Festival will be held from April 3rd - 5th in Cambridge and Weston, MA featuring renowned Carnatic and Hindustani artists.
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OMHCC Scholarship For Hindu High School Students


Om Hindu Community Center is pleased to announce a scholarship for Hindu High School students in MA. The scholarship is open to all graduating High School seniors.
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OMHCC Scholarship For Hindu High School Students
81 Exceptional Teen Scientists Of Indian-origin Among 300 Finalists Of Prestigious National Competition
81 Exceptional Teen Scientists Of Indian-origin Among 300 Finalists Of Prestigious National Competition


The Society for Science (the Society) announced January 7, 2026, the top 300 scholars out of which eighty one are of Indian origin, in the Regeneron Science Talent Search 2026, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors.
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TiE U Boston


TiE U Boston, a program designed to fast-track collegiate entrepreneurs' innovative ideas into market-ready ventures, is now accepting applications for startups at any stage (from ideation to revenue).
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TiE U Boston
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Mahesh Navani Named Board Chair For Ekal USA
Mahesh Navani Named Board Chair For Ekal USA


Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation of USA is proud to announce Mahesh Navani from MA as Board Chair of Ekal USA.
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Three Tax Moves To Help Protect Your Retirement Income


Retirees can mitigate their tax obligations using several proven approaches such as Create Tax-Free Income With Roth IRAs, Incorporate Tax-Advantaged Investments, and Leveraging Charitable Giving for Tax Efficiency.
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Three Tax Moves To Help Protect Your Retirement Income
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For The Mathematically Inclined
For The Mathematically Inclined


Here are two problems for one and all!
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