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Our Voice And Yours


Lokvani wishes all its readers a very Happy Navaratri!

Navaratri is an annual and one of the most revered Hindu festivals observed in the honour of Mother Goddess Durga.
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Our Voice And Yours
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India Society Of Worcester Raises Over $400,000 In Its Biggest Gala
India Society Of Worcester Raises Over $400,000 In Its Biggest Gala


The India Society of Worcester (ISW), a nearly 60-year-old cultural community organization, raised over $400,000 through the generous support of members and key donors at its biggest Gala ever held on September 17th, 2022 at the iconic Mechanics Hall in Worcester.
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Gurjar Indian Heritage Fest – Resounding Success!


Wow, another successful event – Indian Heritage Fest put together by the GURJAR committee on Saturday, September 10th at the Lowell Sampas Pavilion with more than 50 vendors and 3500+ people.
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Gurjar Indian Heritage Fest – Resounding Success!
Bollywood Baatein
Bollywood Baatein


Southern sensation Rashmika Mandanna, who is all set to make her Bollywood debut with 'Good Bye' starring megastar Amitabh Bachchan, said that for her, dubbing in Hindi was a little challenging.
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Here We Go …Shishu Bharati…back To School…


by Seshi Sompuram
Shishu Bharati welcomes students for its 44th academic year and is very excited to celebrate and congratulate the biggest graduating class of 2023.
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Here We Go …Shishu Bharati…back To School…
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Mega India Day Parade Celebration At Boston Harbor And RI
Mega India Day Parade Celebration  At Boston Harbor And RI


For the first time ever in history, Boston celebrated Mega India Day Parade Celebration at Boston Harbor (India Street) & Capitol Hill Building of Rhode Island.
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Safety At Home And Dealing With Grief And Loss


by Usha Vakil
The Friends of Indian Senior Citizens Organization (FISCO) of Burlington MA held its seminar “Safety at Home and Dealing with Grief and Loss “ on September 6, 2022, at the Burlington Council of Aging. It was presented by Burlington Fire Department and the Police Department.
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Safety At Home And Dealing With Grief And Loss
NEKK Seva Mandaara Team Holds Google Cloud Workshop
NEKK Seva Mandaara Team Holds Google Cloud Workshop


To help our community to learn more about Google Cloud, the NEKK Seva Mandaara team is bringing this Google Cloud workshop on Sept 23rd, 24th and 29th.
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IITAGNE: Preparing The Next Generation For Tomorrow


Join IITAGNE for a fireside chat with Suresh Garimella, President, University of Vermont; Anantha Chandrakasan, Dean, MIT School of Engineering; and Desh Deshpande, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist on Sep. 24th in Burlington, MA.
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IITAGNE: Preparing The Next Generation For Tomorrow
Celebrate 25 Years Of Service With The Desai Foundation
Celebrate 25 Years Of Service With The Desai Foundation


Join Desai Foundation, Nina Davuluri and Avanti Nagral for the Lotus Festival on September 24th at Gillette Stadium!
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VHPA Bal Vihar Teaches Indian Cultural Values To Children


by Jaya Asthana
There is a great urge in Hindu parents to bring up their children in the Hindu way. The VHPA Bal Vihar, a weekly 2-hour program, fulfills this need of the Hindu society. Registration is now open for classes starting soon.
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VHPA Bal Vihar Teaches Indian Cultural Values To Children
5th India International Film Festival Boston
5th India International Film Festival Boston


Asha Parekh to receive Lifetime Achievement Award at 5th India International Film Festival Boston on September 25th in Lexington, MA.
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IAB Diwali At Burlington Commons


Indian Americans for Burlington invites you to their annual Diwali at the Burlington Commons on Sunday Sep. 25th at 3:00 pm. This year's theme is SAMYA - Equal Consideration Towards All Human Beings.
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IAB Diwali At Burlington Commons
RIHTS: Upcoming Events
RIHTS: Upcoming Events


Rhode Island Hindu Temple Society will celebrate Dussehara and Navarathri from Sep. 26th to Oct. 4th.
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Satsang Center: Pitru Shraddha And Navratri


Satsang Center will celebrate Pitru Shraddha and Navratri starting Sep. 25th.
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Satsang Center: Pitru Shraddha And Navratri
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The Gandhi International Institute For Peace
The Gandhi International Institute For Peace


The Gandhi International Institute for Peace will host a virtual program to commemorate the 153rd birthday of Mahatma Gandhi on Sunday October 2, 2022. Speakers include Tushar Gandhi, Diane Jammpolski, Maya Soetoro-NG, Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar, Dr. David Frawley, Dr. Sundar Arora, Professor, Veena Howard, Judith Jenya Esq., Prasad Thotakura and Kumu Gupta.
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SQL Saturday Boston 2022


SQL Saturday Boston is planned for October 8, 2022 which includes a full day of free, in-person training.
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SQL Saturday Boston 2022
South Asian Nation Diwali Gala
South Asian Nation Diwali Gala


South Asian Nation invites you to their Diwali Gala on October 15th with 3 course buffet meal, DJ, Dhol, great performances and lots more.
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Upcoming Events At Chinmaya Mission Boston


Mohan Veena and Vidwan Sangita Kalanidhi Sanjay Subrahmanyan concerts at Chinmaya Mission Boston.
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Upcoming Events At Chinmaya Mission Boston
NESSP: Upcoming Events
NESSP: Upcoming Events


Dussehra and Devi Khadgamala Namavali pooja at NESSP.
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Ekal Vidyalaya: Upcoming Events And Workshops


Join Ekal for Nrityaarchana, Vatsala Mehra Concert, Dandiya Garba Mela; and Power of Education Forum.
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Ekal Vidyalaya: Upcoming Events And Workshops
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Arangetram: Kiran Belapurkar
Arangetram: Kiran Belapurkar


by Ramya Srinivasan
Kiran, a rising junior at the Academy for Science and Design, and daughter of Shellie and Vikram Belapurkar, performed her arangetram at the young age of 15. She is a student of Guru Preethi Ramesh.
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Honoring 75 Hindu Youth


by Partha Krishnaswamy
On 10 September, seventy five Hindu youth were recognized and honored for their strong sense of community, fostering conversations about Indian culture, and inspiring the next generation of leaders with their contributions.
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Honoring 75 Hindu Youth
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Neil Misra Wins Democratic Primary For NH House Of Representatives
Neil Misra Wins Democratic Primary For NH House Of Representatives


Neil Misra, a young Indian American of Salem NH, won the New Hampshire Democratic primary on September 13th and advances to the general election on November 8th, 2022. He is running for the New Hampshire House of Representatives from Salem district (Rockingham 25) as a Democratic candidate.
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Supplemental Essay Advice 2022-2023


by Stephen Friedfeld
If you’re applying to college for entry in fall 2023, find out how many supplemental essays are required on each of your applications.
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Supplemental Essay Advice 2022-2023
Group For Research Program On Diabetes
Group For Research Program On Diabetes


The group on Diabetes Research Program will meet every Saturday and Sunday from 6 to 8 am starting Sep. 24th.
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For The Mathematically Inclined


Here are two problems for the weekend.
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For The Mathematically Inclined
Obituary: Sushila Palriwala
Obituary: Sushila Palriwala


Sushila Palriwala, mother of Mahesh Palriwala of Dedham, MA, passed away peacefully of September 17, 2022 at the age of 86.
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Event Update
Friday - 09/23/22
NEKK Seva Mandaara team

Saturday - 09/24/22
Desai Foundation: Lotus Festival
Preparing the Next Generation for Tomorrow
Mahant Swami Maharaj Janma Jayanti Celebration

Sunday - 09/25/22
Chinmaya Mission: Mohan Veena Concert
IAB Diwali at Burlington Commons
Hindustani Classical Concert by Purbayan Chatterjee (Sitar), Rakesh Chaurasia (Flute), Ojas Adhiya (Tabla)
Purbayan Chatterjee (Sitar) - Rakesh Chaurasia (Flute) : Live IN-PERSON concert
India International Film Festival Boston
WHA Family Fun and Frolic

Monday - 09/26/22
SranNavaratri /Durga-Puja

Tuesday - 09/27/22
SaranNavaratri /Durga-Puja

Wednesday - 09/28/22
SaranNavaratri /Durga-Puja

Thursday - 09/29/22
SaranNavaratri /Durga-Puja
SaranNavaratri /Durga-Puja
MITHAS: TM Krishna Master Class (09/29)

Friday - 09/30/22
SaranNavaratri /Durga-Puja
MITHAS: TM Krishna Master Class (09/30)

Saturday - 10/1/22
SaranNavaratri /Durga-Puja

Sunday - 10/2/22
MITHAS: TM Krishna (Carnatic Vocal)
SaranNavaratri /Durga-Puja

Monday - 10/3/22
SaranNavaratri / Sri Durga-Puja

Tuesday - 10/4/22
SaranNavaratri / Sri Durga-Puja

Friday - 10/7/22
Fall 2022 poetry open mike

Sunday - 10/9/22
MITHAS: Amritha Murali (Carnatic Vocal)

Saturday - 10/15/22
South Asian Nation Diwali Gala
CMB: Vidwan Sangita Kalanidhi Sanjay Subrahmanyan
South Asian Center Diwali and Eid Dinner

Sunday - 10/16/22
Ekal: Building For The Future
UIANE: Election of Officers & Annual Meeting

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