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Our Voice And Yours


Average Monthly Salary in Major Global Cities.
In 2025, the top of the list is led by Switzerland: Geneva ($7,984) and Zurich ($7,788) take the top two spots. San Francisco follows at $7,092, making it the highest-paying U.S. city. On the upside, several cities nearly doubled in U.S. dollar terms over five years. Warsaw posts the largest increase (+95.3%), followed by Istanbul (+94.5%) and Bangalore (+80.7%).
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Our Voice And Yours
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Lokvani Talks To Manorama Choudhury
Lokvani Talks To Manorama Choudhury


Co-Author of Astanayika - The Romantic Heroines from Nāṭyaśāstra to Modernity, Manorama talked to Lokvani about the fabulous book and its upcoming release in India on Dec 16 in New Delhi.
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Poem: Ode To Lung Cancer Awareness


by Indrajeet
Breathe in nicely, we often forget,
To set the quiet rhythm for vibrant life
Each breath is a life, a pulse, a flame
Till one day, nothing feels the same...
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Poem: Ode To Lung Cancer Awareness
Shadaj: Continuing The Tradition Of Excellence
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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From Generative Text To Generative Discovery: Talk By Dr. Vinayak Agarwal


At IITAGNE event on Nov. 8th, Dr. Vinayak Agarwal, Lead AI Researcher at BioState AI and founder of KDense, delivered an insightful talk on the future of AI-driven scientific discovery. A former mechanical engineer from IIT Bombay and PhD graduate from MIT, Dr. Agarwal shared his journey from traditional engineering to cutting-edge AI research, highlighting how agentic AI scientists are redefining the frontiers of science.
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From Generative Text To Generative Discovery: Talk By Dr. Vinayak Agarwal
South Asian Showdown 2026
South Asian Showdown 2026


The best Bollywood/Fusion dance teams from North America will be there at the South Asian Showdown on February 28th in Boston, MA.
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Hindi Manch Sahitya Sammelan 2025


Hindi Manch Sahitya Sammelan 2025 will be held on Sunday December 14th 2025 at Burlington MA. In addition to poetry reciting, this year we are very excited to announce for the first time ever, a quiz show on Hindi language - Sahitya Ka Gyaan, Khoje Hindi Vidvaan.
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Hindi Manch Sahitya Sammelan 2025
Hindustani Classical Violin And Santoor Double Header
Hindustani Classical Violin And Santoor Double Header


A Future for Every Child presents a Hindustani Classical Violin (Smt. Savita Supanekar) and Santoor (Shri. Kunal Gunjal) Double Header on December 19th at OMHCC.
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UIANE: New Year's Eve Party 2026


UIANE invites you to the New Year Eve's Party (12/31, Woburn, MA).
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UIANE: New Year's Eve Party 2026
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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CMB: MahaSamadhi Aradhana Camp


Mahasamadhi Aradhana Family Camp will be held in Parsippany, NJ from Jul. 30 - Aug.4, 2026.
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CMB: MahaSamadhi Aradhana Camp
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Arangetram – Priscilla Srikanth
Arangetram – Priscilla Srikanth


On the evening of Saturday, October 4th, 2025, Priscilla Srikanth, disciple of guru Smt. Kalpana Balachundhar, united the collective heartbeat of her captivated audience in a dazzling display of skill, elegance and culture. Through her movements, expressions, and passion, Priscilla left her heart on stage and etched her personal rhythm into the stories she told.
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Juju Productions And Saregama India Ltd. Present First-Ever Bollywood Classics Arranged For Western Orchestras


Juju Productions, in partnership with Saregama India Ltd, announces the global release of nine Bollywood classics reimagined entirely for Western symphonic orchestras. The video series debuts on Saregama’s channel beginning December 14, 2025. The release features vocalist Anuradha “Juju” Palakurthi, Mithilesh Patankar and the Budapest Scoring Orchestra conducted by Péter Illényi.
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Juju Productions And Saregama India Ltd. Present First-Ever Bollywood Classics Arranged For Western Orchestras
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Healthy - High-protein, Low-fat Recipes For Weight Loss
Healthy - High-protein, Low-fat Recipes For Weight Loss


by Geetha Patil and Sunil Kumar D.
Bharatiya cuisine offers numerous delicious and healthy options for weight loss that are high in protein and fiber, promoting satiety without excessive calories. Key strategies involve prioritizing lean proteins, whole grains, and minimal oil usage.
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Winter Mix Vegetable Soup Recipe For Fat Burning Weight Loss


by Madhumati Tyagi
In addition to being simple, tasty, and flavored, Vegetable Soup is also a healthy and nutrient-rich soup recipe. It is also commonly called weight loss soup as it helps burn fat.
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Winter Mix Vegetable Soup Recipe For Fat Burning Weight Loss
Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)
Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)


Individuals who own a IRA or a Rollover IRA have the ability to do a QCD after age 70 1/2 directly to a 501c3 non profit organization. This contribution made directly is not considered taxable income for the individual.
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Global Peace Secretariat Unveils Official Logo Of Initiative


Global Peace Secretariat unveiled it's official logo on occasion of U.N. Declaration of Human Rights Day and presenting of Nobel Peace Prize, both on December 10th.
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Global Peace Secretariat Unveils Official Logo Of Initiative
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Veggies And Fruits For Breathing Freely
Veggies And Fruits For Breathing Freely


Crunchy carrots with bold colors
Leafy greens in shades of green
Spinach, kale—so fresh, so healthy
Help your lungs stay clear and clean...
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Satsang Center: Diwali Appreciation Dinner


Satsang Center invites you to their 40th Anniversary Celebrations and Diwali Appreciation Dinner on Sunday Oct. 26th at 3 pm.
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Satsang Center: Diwali Appreciation Dinner
Laugh A While
Laugh A While


Why shouldn't you marry a calendar? Its days are numbered.
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Picture Of The Fortnight


Fields of Mustard.
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Picture Of The Fortnight
Thought For The Day
Thought For The Day


“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ―Albert Einstein.
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