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Our Voice And Yours


Lokvani wishes all its readers a very Happy, Prosperous and Healthy New Year 2026!
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Our Voice And Yours
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Lokvani Talks To: Year In Review 2025
Lokvani Talks To: Year In Review 2025


During 2025, Lokvani had an opportunity to talk to Prem K V, Hema Malini, Girish Mehta and Manorama Choudhury.
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Indian American Diaspora Unites In Winchester To Support Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi's
Historic U.S. Senate Campaign; Fundraiser Raises $50,000


An impactful afternoon Meet & Greet and Fundraiser was hosted in Winchester, Massachusetts by Ramesh Viswanath Kapur, along with Vikram Rajadhyashka, Nar Koppula, Shirish Nimgaonkar, Dr. Anahita Dua, Dr. Suhas Desai, Dr. Lakshmi Thalanki, Prabhu Rao, Dr. Megha Joshi, and Priya Samant, in strong support of Raja Krishnamoorthi, who is seeking to make history as the first United States Senator of Indian origin.
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Indian American Diaspora Unites In Winchester To Support Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi's<br>Historic U.S. Senate Campaign; Fundraiser Raises $50,000
GOPIO-CT Chapter Raises Funds For Person To Person And Women's Mentoring Network
GOPIO-CT Chapter Raises Funds For Person To Person And Women's Mentoring Network


The Global Organization of People of Indian Origin–Connecticut Chapter (GOPIO-CT) organized a successful fundraiser at its Annual Holiday Party on December 7, raising $5,000 in support of Person to Person, a respected charitable organization based in Darien, with branches in Stamford and Norwalk.
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MTS Deepavali 2025: A Celebration Of Community, Culture, And Tradition


by Adithi Ramanathan
Massachusetts Tamil Sangam (MTS) celebrated Deepavali 2025 at Keefe Tech Regional High School, Framingham, and the day carried a spirit that was truly unique—one that cannot be replicated. It blended the joy of festivity, the excitement of performers, the anticipation of a day full of cultural experiences, and, above all, the warmth of a community coming together.
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MTS Deepavali 2025: A Celebration Of Community, Culture, And Tradition
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Local Happenings: Year In Review 2025 - Part II
Local Happenings: Year In Review 2025 - Part II


New England celebrated Sri Vidyabhushana Guru Ji's Concert, IAGB Inter-Community Unity Gala, ISW Antakshari, OMHCC Pran Pratishtha Mahotsav, Ekal Dhadkan, Gayatri Jayanti at Satsang Center, 300th Birthday Celebration of Rajmata Ahilyabai Holkar, Independence Day, Turaznama and much more.
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World Meditation Day At Lexington


by Uma Viswanath
On Dec. 21 this year, Lexington residents celebrated World Meditation Day organized by the Art of Living, joining a live-guided meditation shared by participants across 133 U.S. cities and 12.1 million participants across the world! Spiritual leader, Art of Living founder and humanitarian Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar guided the meditation session from New York. The event was held at the Community Hall of the Lexington Police Department.
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World Meditation Day At Lexington
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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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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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South Asian Showdown Selects Ten Finalists To Compete In 17th Annual Bollywood/Fusion Competition
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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Arangetrams: Year In Review 2025 - Part 1I


Vaishnavi Pillai, Sharanya Baradwaj, Ananya N. Chandramurthy, Shriya Dave, Diya Sriram, Rhea Avari and Priscilla Srikanth were among the students who presented their dance arangetrams in 2025.
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Arangetrams: Year In Review 2025 - Part 1I
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People In The News 2025 - Part 1I
People In The News 2025 - Part 1I


People in the news for 2025 feature Reshma Kewalramani, Raj Sharma, Aman Narang, Reetika Vijay, Chris Sauer, Anantha Chandrakasa, Pramit Maakoday, Gitanjali Rao, Anil Menon, Deepali Gulati and Vision Aid: Leadership Team.
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Kunal Botla: Candidate For Lexington Planning Board


Kunal Botla, a student at Tufts University, is running for a seat on the Lexington Planning Board in the upcoming town election on March 2nd, 2026.
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Kunal Botla: Candidate For Lexington Planning Board
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Global Peace Secretariat Launches An Independent Indentured Labor Crime Against Humanity ILCAHM Working Group
Global Peace Secretariat Launches An Independent Indentured Labor Crime Against Humanity ILCAHM Working Group


Global Peace Secretariat recently launched an independent Indentured Labor Crime Against Humanity ILCAHM Working Group for global recognition of the same. The ILCAHM Working Group is comprised of scholars, historians and members of the global diaspora community from Mauritius, the Caribbean & other areas impacted most by the suffering.
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For The Mathematically Inclined


Here are two problems for one and all!
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For The Mathematically Inclined

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