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Our Voice And Yours


Lokvani wishes all its readers a very Happy Children's Day!

With the unemployment rate at 4.1% and labor force participation at one of the highest levels in years, Northeast is amongst the best states for those still seeking jobs.
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Our Voice And Yours
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UIANE: Diwali Celebrations
UIANE: Diwali Celebrations


by Neela Gandhi
UIANE Diwali show featured a cultural program and mela, while the commnunity honored the Mayor of Newton Ruthanne Fuller, Parvin K Khetarpal, Anil Sood, Sudershan Sharma, Neela Gandhi and Aanch Jain.
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Know How To Celebrate & The Significance Of Tulsi Vivah


by Sunil Kumar D.
Tulsi Vivah is the mythical marriage of Shri Krishna, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu with the Tulsi plant (holy basil). This propitious day signifies the amalgamation of divine masculine and feminine energies. The holy plant of Tulsi is believed to be the incarnation of Devi Laxmi and this sacred plant is placed in every Hindu household.
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Know How To Celebrate & The Significance Of Tulsi Vivah
DIEWC Inauguration: A Night Of Culture And Unity
DIEWC Inauguration: A Night Of Culture And Unity


by Nisha Sinha
On October 4th, the inauguration of the Diversity and Inclusion Empowerment for Women and Children (DIEWC) was celebrated in a grand event at the Ashland Community Theater. Shova Sharma, the President and Founder of DIEWC, provided a brief overview of its vision and mission, highlighting the organization's commitment to inclusivity, leadership development, and community service for women and children.
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TriNethra - The Third Eye Festival Of Dance


Join Jayshree Bala Rajamani for TriNethra - The Third Eye Festival of Dance on November 9th i
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TriNethra - The Third Eye Festival Of Dance
Saheli: Annual Meeting, DV Walk, Nirbhaya
Saheli: Annual Meeting, DV Walk, Nirbhaya


Saheli invites you to 2024 Annual Meeting (11/9) and Nirbhaya Fundraiser (12/1).
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Sitar Concert By Purbayan Chatterjee


Join us for an evening of Sitar concert by Pt. Purbayan Chatterjee with Amit Kavthekar on Tabla on Nov. 9th. and two outstanding plays Lucy and Court Martial on Nov. 17th.
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Sitar Concert By Purbayan Chatterjee
Chinmaya Mission Boston Presents Diwali Gala
Chinmaya Mission Boston Presents Diwali Gala


Diwali is right around the corner! As in the previous years, Chinmaya Mission Boston (CMB) is gearing up for its Annual Diwali Gala on Sunday November 10th. For the first time, the event is being held outside Andover, in the beautiful ballroom at Hilton Woburn.
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India Association Of New Hampshire Diwali Utsav


The India Association of New Hampshire (IANH) is excited to hold our grand Diwali Utsav at Nashua High School South on Sunday, November 10, 2024.
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India Association Of New Hampshire Diwali Utsav
Global Peace Secretariat Marks Children's Day With Free Movie
Global Peace Secretariat Marks Children's Day With Free Movie


by Kumu Gupta
Children's Day is being marked by Global Peace Secretariat by providing a free link to watch the documentary "Children of Bal Ashram" on Nobel Peace Laureate Kailash Satyarthi's wife, Mrs. Sumedha Satyarthi and her efforts on helping on elimination of child labor.
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Women In Ramayan


by Jaya Asthana
Come listen to a seminar on "Women in Ramayan", hosted by Hindu Women's Network featuring Sushree Bhanumati Narasimhan, Dr. Archana Shyamsundar, Shri Kartik Shyamsundar, and Smt. Vallabha Tantry on Nov. 17th.
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Women In Ramayan
Ekal - Dance Competition
Ekal - Dance Competition


Ekal Vidyalaya presents Ekal Dance Deewane commpetition on November 23rd.
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Boston Bhangra Competition 2024


The 21st annual Boston Bhangra Competition will take place on Saturday, November 23rd, 2024 at the world renowned Strand Theatre. Boston Bhangra will host some of the best bhangra teams from North America who will compete to be crowned the Boston Bhangra Champions! The last 20 years of the show have been very successful with strong support from sponsors and has sold out with an attendance of 1,400 people!
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Boston Bhangra Competition 2024
NESSP: Upcoming Events
NESSP: Upcoming Events


Chhat Pooja and Murugan Thiru Kalyanam at NESSP.
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Sri Siddha Lalitha Peetham: Upcoming Events


Celebrate Sri Subramanyeswara Kalyanotsavam at Sri Siddha Lalitha Peetham on Nov. 9th.
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Sri Siddha Lalitha Peetham: Upcoming Events
Shadaj Celebrates 10 Years With The Shadaj Festival Of Music 2025
Shadaj Celebrates 10 Years With The Shadaj Festival Of Music 2025


by Sonali Tambe
On Saturday, April 5th, 2025, the stage of Scottish Rite 'Masonic Museum in Lexington, MA, will resonate with enchanting melodies, captivating performances, and opportunities for audiences from all walks of life to immerse themselves in the timeless beauty of Indian classical music.'
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Rangapravesha: Siri Srivatsa


by Ramya Ramachandran
The Medway High School Auditorium resonated with the divine rhythms and expressive storytelling of Bharatanatyam, as Siri Srivatsa, a disciple of Smt. Sapna Krishnan, performed her much-anticipated Rangapravesha. The debut performance marked a significant milestone in Siri's journey as a Bharatanatyam artist, showcasing her dedication to this ancient art form.
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Rangapravesha: Siri Srivatsa
Scholarship Programme For Diaspora Children
Scholarship Programme For Diaspora Children


Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, announces scholarship program for Diaspora Children for undergraduate and medical courses.
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ISW Symphony's All-Women Dhol Tasha Group Makes History At Worcester Art Museum


by Rajesh Khare
On November 3, 2024, history was made at the Diwali celebration co-organized by the Worcester Art Museum and the India Society of Worcester (ISW). For the first time in the United States, an all-women Dhol Tasha group from the ISW Symphony performed, adding a powerful new dimension to the traditional art form.
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ISW Symphony's All-Women Dhol Tasha Group Makes History At Worcester Art Museum
Boston Bhangra Announces Teams For 2024 Competition
Boston Bhangra Announces Teams For 2024 Competition


Boston Bhangra, North America’s largest independent Indian dance competition, has announced the teams for the 2024 contest. The celebration of northern Indian dance and culture will feature ten teams from the US and Canada. Each team will have one chance to wow the judges November 23, 2024, at the Strand Theatre in Dorchester.
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Essence Of Yoga Sadhana


by Sudhir Parikh
Posture, Pranayam, Prasannata, Ekagrata and Ekatmata for the essence of Yoga Sadhana.
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Essence Of Yoga Sadhana
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For The Mathematically Inclined
For The Mathematically Inclined


Congratulations to Ramachandran Balakrishna. Here are two problems for one and all!
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Sweet Poha Prasadam For Tulsi Vivah


by Madhumati Tyagi
The main sweet to prepare on Tulsi Vivah day is Sweet Poha prepared with Jaggery(Gud)/ Molasses.
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Sweet Poha Prasadam For Tulsi Vivah
Obituary: Kailash C. Pande
Obituary: Kailash C. Pande


Kailash C. Pande passed peacefully on November 5, 2024 at the age of 92 in Warwick, RI. Dr. Pande had a double Ph.D in Chemistry and was co-founder of a successful chemical manufacturing company.
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