Event Update
Friday - 01/22/10
LQ Hindustani Baithak
Super Hit Movie Adhurs Grand 2nd week in Entertainment Cinemas on Jan 22 & Jan 23

Saturday - 01/23/10
IAGB Republic Day Celebration
Karnatic & Hindustani Music Circle (KHMC)
Experiencing the Silent Light
Super Hit Movie Adhurs Grand 2nd week in Entertainment Cinemas on Jan 23

Sunday - 01/24/10
Sunday at SarvaDev Mandir

Thursday - 01/28/10
TiE-Boston - Annual VC Outlook Dinner

Friday - 01/29/10
Magh Poornima / CVHTS

Saturday - 01/30/10
Annual General Body Meeting & Election of Executive Committee
CRY Karaoke Mixer 2010

Sunday - 01/31/10
Open House

Thursday - 2/4/10
The Powering Up Series
Johns Hopkins CTY Information Session

Saturday - 2/6/10
Bollywood Night
Bollywood Night
Pongal Vizha 2010
Boston Telangana Dhoom Dhaam

Sunday - 2/14/10
Special Valentine
Harvard Lecture Series; Indian Society through the Ages;
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Lead Features, Local Happenings, Performing Arts, People, Contributions and Lifestyle.

LEAD FEATURES TOP
Lokvani Talks To Krishna Vedula

(This article is sponsored by Attorney Trupti Patel)
Co-founder and director of IUCEE Vedula, who was the former Dean of Engineering at UMass Lowell has developed a "train the trainer" program to build partnerships with excellent faculty from American Universities and Indian Universities to raise the standard of Indian education. Dr. Vedula spoke to Lokvani about the challenges and opportunities in the higher education sector. [more]

In Conversation With Mazhar Kamran

(This article is sponsored by Attorney Rachel C. Tadmor)
Mazhar Kamran, noted cinematographer of films like Satya, Kaun, Jhankaar Beats and Masti, has turned director with his film 'Mohandas' which has drawn acclaim and shown at various film festivals. Kamran is a graduate of FTII Pune and IIT Chennai. [more]

Bollywood Baatein

(This article is sponsored by Monique Kornfeld, Esq.)
I have nothing (no films) as of now. All that I can reveal is that future projects are under production and I can't talk about them until the producers give me a go ahead - says Asin. [more]

Big Help Celebrations Attracts Over A Thousand People

(This article is sponsored by Russian School of Math)
Bighelp for Education’s annual Pongal and Republic Day Celebrations were held on January 9, 2010 at the Horace Mann Middle School in Franklin, MA. Attended by over a thousand people, the day consisted of exciting cultural programs, spelling bees and art contests. [more]

South Asian Art - Art And The Environment

(This article is sponsored by Prashant H. Fadia Foundation)
In the Indian context one has to admit that tribal and traditional art are top contenders for the “Most Eco-friendly” award! These artworks are created by artists who have learnt over generations to live in harmony with nature and their art and the process of its creation reflects this understanding of sustainable living. [more]

PERFORMING ARTS TOP
Gifted Singer Sai Sivani Electrifies Telugu Community

On January 10th, upcoming young playback singer Chy. Kum. Sai Sivani (age 15) gave a solo music performance to the Greater Boston Telugu community (New England Area) in MA, USA. [more]

GOPIO-CT Ghazals Shanti Hiranand

Over 85 members of the local community gathered at the Hampton Inn & Suites in Stamford, CT to enjoy a rare evening of “ghazals” by renowned vocalist Shanti Hiranand and her talented group of musicians. [more]

LOCAL HAPPENINGS TOP
US Senator-Elect Scott Brown

Bold New Leadership Reception in honor of Republican State Senator Scott Brown, now US Senator-Elect, was held at Taj Boston on January 6th with Special Guest Charlie Baker, candidate for Governor's race in 2010. Brown's unexpected win delighted the Asian Americans on the team who put together the event. [more]

Aaja Nachle… New Year Eve – A Gala Bash That Was Unparallel

The New Year's Eve gala organized by United India Association was the perfect way to herald the New Year! [more]

IAGB To Celebrate Republic Day 2010

India Association of Greater Boston will celebrate the 60th Anniversary of India's Republic Day on Saturday January 23, 2010 at the Burlington High School in Burlington, MA, at 4:00 pm. [more]

Russian School Of Mathematics

(This article is sponsored by Russian School of Math)
Russian School of Math to host an informational session for JHU-CTY and the International Math Competition for Grades 1-12. [more]

PEOPLE TOP
AMU Old Boys’ Association Riyadh Hosts Seminar On Education

Anil Saigal was the featured speaker at an Aligarian gathering in Riyadh where he gave some insights into the college admission process in the US. [more]

Blue Butterfly! - A Tribute To The Legacy Of Brother Blue

Indian poets paid tribute to Brother Blue, a brilliant story-teller who always took the time to participate in the annual poetry reading sponsored by the Department of Sanskrit and Indian Studies at Harvard. [more]

CONTRIBUTIONS TOP
From Haj To Haridwar

December travels for Ranjani and Anil Saigal of Lokvani included a trip to Saudi Arabia and to several interesting places in India. Starting out in the country where devout Muslims visit for Haj, it ended in Haridwar , a must visit holy place for devout Hindus. They share their experiences in a series of articles. [more]

Immigration - Divorce And Citizenship

Is a green-card holder spouse’s right to obtain citizenship after a divorce jeopardized? [more]

Akshaya Patra Receives ICAI Award For Excellence In Financial Reporting

The Akshaya Patra Foundation, the world’s largest NGO-run midday meal program, has been awarded the Gold Shield Award for best financial reporting by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). [more]

Take Part In US Census 2010

Take part in the US Census. It is important to be counted so Indian Americans can get their due share of services. [more]

LIFESTYLE TOP
For The Mathematically Inclined

Congratulations to Chandran Elumalai and Sophia Farooqi, who were the winners of the last set of puzzles. Here is one easy puzzle for students and one for adults. [more]

Music Review - My Name Is Khan

(This article is sponsored by Sounds Of India)
Shankar-Ehasan-Loy have delivered a lovely track for this tale featuring none other than bollywood's magical pair, Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol. [more]

Laugh A While

Desi Englis.... [more]

Cartoon - New Airport Security

You want to take out your underwear sir, or you want me to? [more]

Recipes

Chillie recipes to spice up winter days. [more]

Picture Of The Fortnight

Winter wonderland! [more]

Thought For The Day

Quotes of Charity and Giving!
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead.
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