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Our Voice And Yours


5 body language gestures that leave a bad impression.
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Our Voice And Yours
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Lokvani Talks To Anuradha And Prashanth Palakurthi
Lokvani Talks To Anuradha And Prashanth Palakurthi


Founders of Juju Productions, the Palakurthis are teaming up with Samarthanam, IAGB and ISW to present a grand musical, Nazraana on Aug 20th at Hanover Theater. The show features 35 live musicians from India. They talked about the show and the importance of giving back.
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In Conversation With Dr. Shanka Bhowmik


Dr. Shanka Bhowmik is the founder of the Off Kendrick theater group, a community theater group that is organizing the first South Asian American Theater Festival in New England on Aug 19-22. Dr. Bhowmik shares insights into the festival.
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In Conversation With Dr. Shanka Bhowmik
Vision-Aid’s Jewel Of Justice – A Visual Treat Raising Funds For The Visually Impaired
Vision-Aid’s Jewel Of Justice – A Visual Treat Raising Funds For The Visually Impaired


Remarkably raising the bar again for the 15th year in a row, Vision-Aid staged its annual (2022) show “The Jewel of Justice – the saga of Kannagi” by producer and choreographer Ramachandran Muralidaran on July 31st 2022, shattering records on all fronts – whether it was the quality of the production, the number of tickets sold, the fund-raising or the slick and seamless coordination of a complex hybrid event by a team of over 50 volunteers.
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India Mughal-Maratha Period (1500-1800 CE) - Language And Literature


by Prem Nagar
Mughal empire occupied the extended India during the two hundred years of their reign. Sanskrit was replaced by Persian as the language of administration of the Mughal Empire. A hybridized language mixing Persian with the local languages came into use in the Army. Turkic word Ordu modified to Urdu became the name of this new language. Gradually the Mughals began speaking Urdū. A dialect combining Hindi and Urdu called Hindustani has become the popular language in North India.
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India Mughal-Maratha Period (1500-1800 CE) - Language And Literature
Nazraana - Spotlight On The Live Music Band
Nazraana - Spotlight On The Live Music Band


At the Nazraana mega musical event (Aug 20 at Hanover Theater in Worcester, MA), there will be a band on stage accompanying Vijay Prakash and Anuradha Palakruthi. The band consists of almost 40 musicians from India led by Kamlesh Bhadkamkar.
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Massachusetts Tamil Sangam — Honoring Grads Of 2022


by Tharegha Manoharan
On July 16th at the Shrewsbury Public Library, the Massachusetts Tamil Sangam not only honored the accomplished graduates of the Class of 2022, but also had a high school info session and career guidance speeches from professionals from various fields. This house-full event was made special by the chief guests, Dr. Jagan Srinivasan and Dr. Snehalata Kadam.
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Massachusetts Tamil Sangam — Honoring Grads Of 2022
IITAGNE Annual Picnic
IITAGNE Annual Picnic


IIT AGNE organized its annual picnic on July 31st at the NARA Park, Acton, MA which was attended by nearly 100 IIT alumni and their families spanning across the New England area on a beautiful sunny summer day.
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Akshaya' (Everlasting - Tradition Alive And Onwards)


Dont miss a thematic Bharatanatyam presentation On August 6th featuring talented dancers and musicians from the Greater Boston area. Directed and choreographed by Sunanda Narayanan, Akshaya employs the muse of Shiva to reinterpret tradition for today's performers and audiences.
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Akshaya' (Everlasting - Tradition Alive And Onwards)
India Day At The DCU Center
India Day At The DCU Center


We are so looking forward to meeting all of you in person as we resume our tradition of celebrating India Day at the DCU Center in Worcester. This year marks the 75th year of India's Independence and we have partnered with IAGB and several other Indian organizations. For those who have not been to one before here are the Top Ten Things to do at India Day.
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Hindu Heritage Day On August 10th In SATSANG Center


Balagokulam in Association with Satsang Center presents Hindu Heritage Camp on August 10th in Woburn, MA.
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Hindu Heritage Day On August 10th In SATSANG Center
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FIA: First Time Ever - India Day Parade In Boston
FIA: First Time Ever - India Day Parade In Boston


Federation of Indian Association - New England will be host for the first time ever - India Day Parade in Boston on August 13 along with Independence Day Celebrations in RI on August 14th.
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UIANE Spirit Of India


UIANE invites you for the first time Spirit of India event on Sunday Aug. 14th from 3-8pm at Columbus Park (opposite Shivalaya Boston) in Medford MA and to celebrate India's 75th Independence Day.
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UIANE Spirit Of India
2022 Swami Vivekananda Family Camp
2022 Swami Vivekananda Family Camp


Registration is now open for the Swami Vivekananda Family Camp from Aug. 14-20, 2022.
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Self-Realization Fellowship 2022 World Convocation


Self-Realization Fellowship 2022 World Convocation featuring Meditations, Kirtans and Classes on the 'How-To-Live' teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda.
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Self-Realization Fellowship 2022 World Convocation
Support A Child Presents Khanak
Support A Child Presents Khanak


VHPA Support A Child presents 'Khanak - The Sound of the Divine and Folklore', and enchanting evening of folk dances from several regions of Bharat by Kalanidhi Center for Performing Arts on August 27th.
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Upcoming Events In Satsang Center


Join Satsang Center for Shiv Abhishekams, Sri Janmasthami, Shivratri, Shravan Punahuti and picnic this month.
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Upcoming Events In Satsang Center
Upcoming Events At Chinmaya Mission Boston
Upcoming Events At Chinmaya Mission Boston


Cultivating Kinship, Fall Concert Series, Bala Vihar and Amruta Vihar at Chinmaya Mission Boston.
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RIHTS: Upcoming Events


RIHTS will be celebrating Vara Lakshmi Vratam, Rigveda/Yajurveda Upakrma, Sri Krishna Janmashtami and Sri Ganesh Chaturthi during the month of August.
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RIHTS: Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events At Sri Siddha Lalitha Peetham
Upcoming Events At Sri Siddha Lalitha Peetham


Join Sri Siddha Lalitha Peetham for Vara Lakshmi Puja and Sukla Sasti this weekend.
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NESSP: Upcoming Events


Samuhik Varalakshmi Pooja, Samuhik Upakarma and Sri Satyanarayana Swami Vrat Katha at NESSP.
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NESSP: Upcoming Events
Ekal Python Programming Workshop
Ekal Python Programming Workshop


Ekal is offering a basic python programming workshop on August 8-9 from 3:00-4:30 pm for kids in Grades 5-9.
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Arangetram: Joshika Selvaraj


by Suryaa Ramaswamy
June might still be early arangetram season in New England, but Joshika Selvaraj’s Bharatanatyam debut recital on June 18th will definitely go down as one of my top 'picks' of this season. Joshika, a disciple of Guru Sapna Krishnan, took the audience to a state of pure bliss and joy, as she made everyone forget time, space and showcased her craft.
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Arangetram: Joshika Selvaraj
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Columbia Univ. Professor Somasundaran Elected Chair Of Hoover Board Of Award
Columbia Univ. Professor Somasundaran Elected Chair Of Hoover Board Of Award


Dr. Ponisseril Somasundaran has been elected Chair of the Hoover Board of Award. The award, established in 1929, commemorates the civic and humanitarian achievements of engineers.
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Virginia Becomes First State To Declare October As Hindu Heritage Month


The Virginia State Legislature and Senate have both, unanimously passed a resolution declaring, in perpetuity, October as Hindu Heritage Month.
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Virginia Becomes First State To Declare October As Hindu Heritage Month
How Jagannatha’s Discovery In A Store Led To America’s First Ever Ratha Yatra: Part 1
How Jagannatha’s Discovery In A Store Led To America’s First Ever Ratha Yatra: Part 1


The Yatra starts when Shyamasundar noticed it one mid-February day situated on the mantelpiece of the old iron fireplace in their apartment: a brightly painted wooden figurine standing roughly 3 inches in height.
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The Thin But Strong Thread Of Raksha: Raksha Bandhan


Raksha Bandhan is the Day of the Sisters, and Brothers, mostly. This is one day when a strong familial bond is experienced to the full, with general amiability, and, of course, sweets and sumptuous meals.
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The Thin But Strong Thread Of Raksha: Raksha Bandhan
Hindu Heritage Month 2022 Attracts Partnerships, Invites More For October Event
Hindu Heritage Month 2022 Attracts Partnerships, Invites More For October Event


Organizers of the second annual Hindu Heritage Month (HMM) celebrations said the response they had received, after the announcement of the event being held in October, had been immensely supportive. The HMM event aims to facilitate the showcasing of the diversity and richness of Hindu civilization, and for this, has called on Dharmic organizations across the globe to join in the effort.
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Group For Research Project On Diabetes


Whether you are Prediabetic, Diabetic, Pro-Diabetic (Gestational Diabetes!), on medication or considering medication, you are welcome to join this Group for Research Project on Diabetes.
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Group For Research Project On Diabetes
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Recipes - Summer Drinks
Recipes - Summer Drinks


It is a hot summer day and time to cool off.
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Laugh A While


Twitter Threads for fun.
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Laugh A While
Picture Of The Fortnight
Picture Of The Fortnight


Sunsets and Silhouettes.
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Thought For The Day


“In having the qualities of humility and simplicity you can consider that you have everything you want.” - Daaji.
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Thought For The Day

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Event Update
Saturday - 08/6/22
ISW India Day 2022
Link Of Love

Sunday - 08/7/22
Sunderkand Ka Path

Wednesday - 08/10/22
ISW Univeristy and IIT AGNE Summer 3D Printing Workshop
Hindu Heritage Day at Satsang Center

Saturday - 08/13/22
IARI: Independence Day Celebration
IAGB: Celebrating 75 Years of India

Sunday - 08/14/22
UIANE: Spirit of India

Wednesday - 08/17/22
ISW Univeristy and IIT AGNE Summer 3D Printing Workshop

Friday - 08/19/22
Sri Krishna Janmashtami

Saturday - 08/20/22
Nazraana - Vijay Prakash Live in Boston
Nataraja Kalanjali

Saturday - 08/27/22
Khanak For SAC

Sunday - 08/28/22
Hamlet: The Clown Prince

Friday - 9/2/22
Chinmaya Mission: Vidushis Ranjani and Gayatri Lec-Dem

Saturday - 9/3/22
Chinmaya Mission: Vidushis Ranjani and Gayatri Carnatic Vocal Concert

Saturday - 9/24/22
Desai Foundation: Lotus Festival

Sunday - 9/25/22
Chinmaya Mission: Mohan Veena Concert
IAB Diwali at Burlington Commons

Wednesday - 11/2/22
DONATE to Dhruba Sen's Campaign For State Rep

Friday - 11/4/22
Course by Brahmakumaris

Sunday - 12/4/22
Saheli Gala Nirbhaya

Saturday - 12/31/22
Bramhavaadini

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