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| Our Voice And Yours |
Lokvani wishes all its readers a Merry Christmas!
Homeland Security increases automatic extension period for Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) from 180 days to 540 days.
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| Sewa Boston Chapter Celebrates 20 Years Of Service And Raises $25,000 At Annual Gala 2024 |  |
The Sewa International Boston Chapter celebrated a landmark occasion during its annual Gala Fundraiser on December 7th, marking 20 years of Sewa International’s incorporation in the United States. Themed "Sound of Giving," the gala was attended by over 250 community members and raised $25,000.
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| ISW Symphony Dhol Tasha Lezim Team Performs At Boston Celtics Pregame Show |
by Sarita Deshpande
On December 12, 2024, the ISW Symphony Dhol Tasha Lezim team took center stage at TD Garden in Boston during the pregame show of the Celtics vs. Detroit Pistons game. The team plays traditional Indian folk drums known as 'Dhol,' snare drums called 'Tasha,' and large and small cymbals referred to as 'Zanj' and 'Taal.'
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| Herbs And Spices That Help Manage Diabetes |  |
by Dr. Indrajeet Tyagi and Dr. Iranna Hirapur
In managing diabetes, recent researches have shown herbs can provide symptomatic relief, prevent secondary complications, and help regeneration of beta cells to overcome insulin resistance. Herbs and plant foods are not just rich sources of antioxidants, but they also keep cholesterol and blood sugar levels in control.
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| Annual Thanksgiving Breakfast Fundraiser By IANH |
by Prasad Dabbi
IANH was a proud sponsor of FIT NH’s 31st Thanksgiving Breakfast Fundraiser held on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. This annual fundraiser supports food and shelter services to homeless 365 days a year.
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| Satsang Center: InterNational Meditation Day |  |
Satsang Center invites you to join them for the InterNational Meditation Day on December 21st.
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| New Year's Eve Candlelight Kirtan (24 Hour Kirtan) |
Join Braj Mandir for 24 hour Kirtan and Prasadam, which will begin at 5:00 pm on New Year's Eve and continue until 6:30 pm on New Year's Day.
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| UIANE: Tauba Tauba New Year 2025 |  |
UIANE presents Tauba Tauba New Year 2025 Celebration at Crowne Plaza, Woburn, MA.
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| The South Asian Showdown Competition Is Back! |
The 16th annual South Asian Showdown Competition will take place on Saturday, March 1st at the world renowned Strand Theatre.
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| 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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| Rishabh Tole Receives Kamlesh Dang Ekal Youth Volunteer Award |
Ekal Vidyalaya New England chapter is delighted to confer the first ever “Kamlesh Dang Award” for Outstanding Youth Volunteer to Rishabh Tole! As an Ekal Youth leader for the past couple years, he has raised considerable funds for Ekal through his Manch Pravesh, and organizing Ekal Sa Re Ta Re - a vocal competition that is now an annual tradition!
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| Chander Kapasi Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From Lady Harding Medical College |  |
Chander Kapasi receives Lifetime Achievement Award from her alma mater Lady Harding Medical College on Dec. 15th in recognition of an exemplary life dedicated to patient care, medical education and research.
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| NESSP Is Seeking Nominations For New Governing Body |
NESSP is seeking nominations for new Governing Body for the term starting from Feb 2025 - Jan 2027. The nominations will be for NESSP Operations Board (9), NESSP Trustees Board (5) and NESSP Team Leads. WNESSP is also looking new volunteers for various committees.
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| Global Peace Secretariat Congratulates Ms. Mary Ann Abunda (Kuwait) 2024 Human Rights Defender Awardee |  |
by Kumu Gupta
Global Peace Secretariat congratulates Ms. Mary Ann Abunda of Kuwait for her Secretary of State's 2024 Human Rights Defender Award.
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| Bharatiya Cuisine: A Way We Celebrate Our Culture |
by Geetha Patil and Sunil Kumar D.
Bharatiya cuisine consists of a great variety of regional and traditional cuisines native to the Bharatiya subcontinent. Our cuisines vary significantly due to diversity in soil, climate, culture, ethnic groups, and occupations, and use of locally available grains, spices, herbs, and fresh produces. Bharatiya cuisine is also heavily influenced by religious beliefs and practices, cultural choices and traditions.
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| Poem: Veggie Light Diet |  |
by Indrajeet
Rise up bright and early
To start your day right
Just come to the kitchen and see
As your breakfast is the main meal...
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| Laugh A While |
Why did the witches' team lose the baseball game? A: Their bats flew away.
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| Picture Of The Fortnight |  |
Sunset in Varanasi!
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| Thought For The Day |
“Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” – William Arthur Ward.
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