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Our Voice And Yours


Happy Kartika Purnima!

The BJP government in Gujarat has purchased a new aircraft worth Rs 191 crore for use by Chief Minister Vijay Rupani and other dignitaries like governor and deputy CM while Andhra Pradesh government spends more than Rs 15 crore on furnishing chief minister YSR Jaganmohan Reddy’s house in Guntur.
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Our Voice And Yours
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Lokvani Honors Community Heroes - III
Lokvani Honors Community Heroes - III


Lokvani is delighted to present the last set of community unsung heroes to be honored at the 3rd Annual Lokvani Community and Youth Night to be held on Dec. 7, 2019 at Ambrosia Banquet Hall in Foxborough, MA. Ravi Arora, Raksha Soni, Budhinath Padhy and Kunjavihari Kashalikar are being recognized for their tireless support of community work. We humbly salute their work. In addition to honoring the heroes, the evening features great entertainment, a lovely feast and DJ dancing. Buy your tickets for the heroes night. Come celebrate the holidays with us!
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Bollywood Baatein


As Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is celebrating her 46th birthday today, her husband Abhishek Bachchan wished her with a special post. Abhishek Bachchan wished wife Aishwarya and shared her picture on social media. While sharing the picture Abhishek captioned it as "Happy birthday Principessa!!!
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Bollywood Baatein
Threads 2019 - The Hindu American SAGA
Threads 2019 - The Hindu American SAGA


by Geetha Patil
A grand three-day conference titled, Threads 2019- The Hindu American SAGA was hosted by the World Hindu Council of America from November 1-3, 2019 at the Hilton Hotel, Woburn, MA with more than 400 delegates from 29 states of America and Canada. Threads was first of its kind community driven conference with one goal: to tell the story of the Hindu American. The theme for Threads is to share, appreciate and engage with the larger American community to shape a collective future.
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Agra Gharana Vocalist Delights Music Lovers In A MITHAS Presentation


by Shuchita Rao
On a beautiful Sunday afternoon, November 3, MITHAS presented Vidushi Aditi Kaikini Upadhya in a soul-touching Hindustani vocal music concert at MIT’s Wong auditorium, Cambridge, MA.
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Agra Gharana Vocalist Delights Music Lovers In A MITHAS Presentation
Taj Express: The Musical
Taj Express: The Musical


After numerous sold-out international tours, Taj Express: The Musical returns to North America and arrives at the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center on Sunday, November 17, at 7:00 p.m. Set to an unforgettable soundtrack featuring the songs of Oscar winner A.R. Rahman, Taj Express answers the age-old question: do you think with your head or with your heart?
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Arangetram: Anne Joseph And Akshara Shankar


by Janani Swamy
Anne Joseph and Akshara Shankar presented their duo Bharatha Natyam arangetram at the Medway High School on September 29, 2019. Anne and Akshara are students of renowned Guru Sunanda Narayanan and are her first duet arangetram.
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Arangetram: Anne Joseph And Akshara Shankar
43rd Annual Show Of The Triveni School Of Dance
43rd Annual Show Of The Triveni School Of Dance


by Chetna Naimi
On October 20th, the Strand Theatre in Boston was alive with hundreds of dancers dressed in their vibrant classical Indian Bharatnatyam costumes, their families beaming with pride, taking pictures in elaborate poses, and over 1200 mesmerized audiences soaking up the beauty, colors and tinkling sounds of classical dance bells “ghungharoo”. This was the 43rd Annual Show of the Triveni School of Dance.
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Smita Rajan - Natyaseva For Seniors


Smita Rajan, a senior at the Noble and Greenough School has taken Bharatanatyam on a new journey to those at the assisted living facilities, who otherwise would have never encountered this art form.
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Smita Rajan - Natyaseva For Seniors
Vendumadi Eppodum Viduthalai: A Dance Tribute To Patriotic Tamil Poet Subramanya Bharath
Vendumadi Eppodum Viduthalai: A Dance Tribute To Patriotic Tamil Poet Subramanya Bharath


by Sunanda Narayanan
‘Vendumadi Eppodum Viduthalai’ - A dance tribute to patriotic Tamil poet Subramanya Bharathi and a fundraiser for the Chinmaya Maruti Temple will be held on Sunday November 10th at Chinmaya Maruti Auditorium, Andover, MA.
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16th Annual Boston Bhangra Competition


The 16th annual Boston Bhangra Competition will take place on Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 at the world renowned John Hancock Hall. Boston Bhangra will host the best bhangra teams from North America who will compete to be crowned the Boston Bhangra Champions! The last 15 years of the show have been very successful with strong support from sponsors and has sold out with an attendance of 3,000 people!
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16th Annual Boston Bhangra Competition
PRAVĀHA: The Flow Of Tradition
PRAVĀHA: The Flow Of Tradition


Boston Center for the Arts and Avantica Academy of Odissi Dance will present a performance of Odissi dance by Priya Bangal under the artistic direction of Shipra Avantica Mehrotra. Pravāha: The flow of tradition will be presented at the Plaza Theatre at Boston Center for the Arts at 7:30 pm on Saturday, November 23, 2019.
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Race-Relations Would Improve Through Education And Awareness


India Discovery Center convened is annual celebration of Gandhi’s birthday event with a panel discussion entitled “Race and Race Relations in the US – Immigrants’ Perspective.”
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Race-Relations Would Improve Through Education And Awareness
Diwali Celebration Programs At MFA
Diwali Celebration Programs At MFA


by Geetha Patil
Diwali - an ancient festival of lights was celebrated at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston on October 30, 2019 evening by providing free admission to the several hundred visitors for their special Diwali cultural and educational events. Diwali Program included multiple music and dance performances, interactive artist demonstrations depicting Diwali decoration activities, enlightening tours and talks in the galleries exploring highlights from the collection of South Asian art, and much more.
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IARI Diwali Celebration


The India Association of Rhode Island held its Annual Diwali fest on October 26, 2019 at the West Warwick High School Auditorium in West Warwick, RI. The cultural program was a beautiful amalgam of Bollywood, Folk and classical dances.
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IARI Diwali Celebration
Ambrosia Diwali Gala - A Grand Affair
Ambrosia Diwali Gala - A Grand Affair


Ambrosia Banquet Hall in Foxborough, MA held its Annual Diwali Gala Dinner on Oct. 26 at the Banquet Hall. Over 750 people attended the event. The food was catered by "Olive and Mint" restaurant.
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Tulsi Vivah At Shrinathji Haveli, Satsang Center And NESSP


Shrinathji Haveli, Satsang Center and NESSP will be celebrating Tulsi Vivah this weekend on November 8-9, 2019.
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Tulsi Vivah At Shrinathji Haveli, Satsang Center And NESSP
Voice Of The People – SAPNE
Voice Of The People – SAPNE


by Bijoy Misra
The fall meeting of the South Asian Poets of New England is scheduled to be held on Sunday, November 10 at 2 PM in Lexington Public Library. The program is called “Voice of the People” where the participants are invited to recite memorable poems in their native language or a new composition following the classics.
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Life And Breath Course In Cambridge


Life and Breath is a program based on two simple principles namely, Breathing and Meditation. It will be held in Cambridge in November.
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Life And Breath Course In Cambridge
The Fluid Soul - Seeking The Divine Within
The Fluid Soul - Seeking The Divine Within


The Natick Center Cultural District and the Common St. Spiritual Center are happy to announce a soul stirring evening of music and dance featuring eminent musician Phil Scarff on the soprano saxophone along with mesmerizing Odissi dance artist Mouli Pal on November 10th.
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The Art Of Long-Term Care Planning


by Arushee Divyakirti and Kanchan Thareja
The right long-term care plan can help safeguard your family, your savings, your retirement, and your peace of mind. Attend this 40-minute session on November 13th in Waltham, MA to help you prepare for the future.
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The Art Of Long-Term Care Planning
India Visa, OCI And Passport Camp
India Visa, OCI And Passport Camp


Indian Consulate, NY, will hold and Indian Visa Camp on November 16, 2019 at Swami Narayan Temple, Lowell, MA from 11 am to 3 pm.
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IDC: Seminar On The British Period


The seventh seminar in the series "Let us Explore the Cultural History of India" is scheduled for November 30 at Bemis Hall in Lincoln. It will deal with the British Period in India 1800AD to 1947AD. Besides the six-track presentation on Geography and People, Art and Culture, Language and Literature, Philosophy and Religion, Science and Technology, Economy and Politics, it will feature eye-witness accounts of Quit India movement, the Partition of India and the birth of Pakistan.
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IDC: Seminar On The British Period
Miss India Pageant Is Announced For 2019-20
Miss India Pageant Is Announced For 2019-20


Applications are open for 8th annual Miss India pageant in New England area. The pageant will be held at Hilton Boston-Woburn on December 1, 2019. There are three categories of participation. Miss India, Mrs India, Miss IndiaTeen. A separate Classic Mrs/Ms India category is back after 5 years which is dedicated for charity.
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IAGB Republic Day Mela


Following its highly successful Independence Day celebrations at Boston City Hall Plaza, IAGB (India Association of Greater Boston) will organize its annual Republic Day Mela on January 25, 2020 at the Burlington High School, Burlington, MA.
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IAGB Republic Day Mela
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Hetal Jani And Shreyaa Venkat Named 2019 Women Of Worth Honorees By L’Oréal Paris
Hetal Jani And Shreyaa Venkat Named 2019 Women Of Worth Honorees By L’Oréal Paris


Hetal Jani and Shreyaa Venkat have been selected as two of the 2019 Women of Worth Honorees by L’Oréal Paris for their outstanding work in founding and running non-profits that help communities.
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A Historic Night For Indian Americans


In Virginia, Ghazala Hashmi and Suhas Subramanyam won vital State Senate and State House seats, respectively.
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A Historic Night For Indian Americans
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Requirement Of New OCI Card In Case Of Change Of Passport
Requirement Of New OCI Card In Case Of Change Of Passport


The Government of India just released the 'Requirement of new OCI card in case of change of Passport'.
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Weekend Entertainment


Catch up, register and purchase tickets for the upcoming events and concerts by Tribute to Mahakavi Subramanya Bharathi, Man Pancham no Melo, Lokvani Community and Youth Celebration and 2019 MITHAS Membership.
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Weekend Entertainment
For The Mathematically Inclined
For The Mathematically Inclined


Congratulation to Ramachandran Balakrishna and Kishore Balsara, who were the winners of the last set of puzzles. Here are two puzzles for one and all!
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Event Update
Friday - 11/08/19
Diwali @ RI State House!
Tulsi Vivah at Shrinathji Haveli

Saturday - 11/9/19
Mera Song Suno
NIGHT WIND: An evening of enchanting ghazals

Sunday - 11/10/19
A Tribute of Dance and Music to Mahakavi Subramanya Bharathi
The Fluid Soul - Seeking the Divine Within
Voice of the People

Wednesday - 11/13/19
The Art of Long-Term Care Planning

Friday - 11/15/19
New England Choice Awards
TriNetra - The Third Eye Festival of Dance
TriNethra - the third eye festival of dance
Sarod Concert by Apratim Mazumdar

Saturday - 11/16/19
SWARAAG Finals 2019 Bollywood Music & Dance Competition
TriNetra - The Third Eye Festival of Dance
Mera Song Suno
Prarambh - 3 Ekankika
Historical Connections Between Massachusetts and India
VHPA Deepawali 2019
India Visa, OCI and Passport Camp

Sunday - 11/17/19
Taj Express: The Musical

Wednesday - 11/20/19
yoga teacher training in Goa

Saturday - 11/23/19
Boston Bhangra Competition 2019
Odissi: Pravaha - The Flow of Traditions

Saturday - 11/30/19
IDC: Let us Explore India - The British Period

Sunday - 12/1/19
8th Annual Pageant
Man Pancham no Melo

Friday - 12/6/19
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course In Rishikesh

Saturday - 12/7/19
Lokvani Community and Youth Celebration

Sunday - 12/8/19
Nirbhaya: A Fundraiser to Benefit Saheli

Monday - 12/30/19
MITHAS Membership 2019

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