In a first-of-its-kind project, Indian scientists aim to build computer models that would allow them to make a quantum leap in predicting the erratic movements of the monsoon. [more]

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Meet Dr Java Joshi, an artist in Lexington, whose recent collection is based on the theme of "Indian Village". "I was always fascinated with the simplicity and serenity of rural lifestyle whenever I visited villages as a child in India. It was always in my mind to someday get those lifestyles and habitats on canvas". Currently her work is on display at LexMedia Studio (Lexington Community Media Center) until mid-July. [more]

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A biology major from Rutgers, Arisetty decided to leave the world of medical research for an exciting career as a Massachusetts State Trooper. He shares his journey with Lokvani. [more]

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Bollywood Legend Rajesh Khanna passes away at the age of 69. He had been sick since April with an undisclosed illness rumoured to be cancer, passed away at his family home in Mumbai. We have a collection of songs and scenes in his memory. [more]

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Under Vision Aid’s able auspices, the dance-ballet titled "Soora Samharam" - The Slaying of Demon, was staged on 15th of July at the Littleton High School Auditorium. Featuring a cast of fifty-four performers, the show was spectacular with an Elephant walking through the aisles and getting on stage for the grand finale. [more]

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Over 500 people filled the auditorium at Mass Bay Community College in Wellesley, MA on June 30th, 2012 to witness this much awaited event. [more]

Sri Kuchipudi Natyalaya is proud to present "Tripaadi Ganga", a Kuchipudi repertoire, in association with AIF. This drama, composed by the illustrious Guru Sri Pasumarthy Ramalinga Sastry, uses the legends of the sacred river Ganges (personified as Ganga) to illustrate the three basic types of heroines or Nayikas described in Natyashastra - A rare opportunity on July 21st at 5pm. Book your tickets today ! [more]

Music lovers got a special musical treat in the form of the event “Kal aur Aaj” at Dwarkamai Sai Temple, Billerica with a musical evening with Ajitabh Ranjan, an accomplished Bollywood singer from Boston, along with other local artists Meena Sundaram, Sudha Lakshmi Rao & Noura Khan. [more]

This year, Ani Thirumanjanam was celebrated at the Sri Lakshmi temple on June 24th. The Lord must have been much delighted as all classical dance forms were presented this year by Gurus Neena Gulati, Gretchen Heyden Ruckert, Jeyanthi Ghatraju, Prafulla Velury, and Sangeetha Vijayasarathy and their disciples. [more]

The evening of Kuchipudi Arangetram of Sushmitha Saripalli was very entertaining. Sushmitha captivated the audience with her brilliant expressions. Kudos to the wonderful choreography of her Guru Smt. Sailaja. [more]

The New England Shirdi Sai Parivaar (NESSP), a non-profit religious and spiritual 501(c3) organization, recently commemorated the Shirdi Sai Palkhi festival which is an annual event that the organization has practiced since its inception in 2006. [more]

Pankti Jog, the Advocacy Coordinator for Janpath and the Mahiti Adhikar Gujarat Pahel (MAGP) groups, addressed the group at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) on June 17. Her talk, organized by the MIT and Boston chapters of Association for India's Development (AID), covered Janpath’s and MAGP's advocacy work with Right to Information (RTI) primarily in the state of Gujarat. [more]

The 3rd Annual IANH Chess tournament was held on June 9th, 2012. There were about 25 enthusiastic chess player who gathered early morning at YMCA Nashua,NH to play their own rounds. [more]

Chief Cardiologist at Melrose Wakefield Hospital, Dr. Midha has worked actively supports several charitable efforts. He and his colleague hold the record for the maximum number of pacers installed in a single day. [more]

In recognition of Community Leadership and for achievements as an entrepreneur and business leader, Ravi Sakhuja was recognized by his Alma Mater, IIT Kanpur. [more]

"It is said that it is good to have an end to the journey but it is the journey that matters in the end and I certainly feel that way today. It has truly been an amazing year" said Dr. Manju Sheth, the 2011 INEN Woman of the Year as she recounts her year long journey. [more]

While the ‘90s were a time of economic prosperity and wealth accumulation for many, the 2000’s have reminded people of the importance of diversification and protection. [more]

The Common Application does not go live until August 1, but students should begin working on their admissions essays now. If students are applying to colleges or universities accepting the Common Application the essays will remain the same as last year. [more]

Millions of people worldwide flock to the Grand Canyon each year; however only about 2% of the people make it to the bottom of the canyon, and I wonder how many of that 2% are 14 year olds like me! I felt privileged to be among that 2%! So I took that dramatic step onto the trail and we began our descent into the Grand Canyon" - Ananya Venkatesh on her memorable trip to the Canyon. [more]

Craving represents a strong attraction for material objects and unfulfilled desires. In the same way, any such strong attraction for, and mental fixation with certain individuals is known as an undue attachment for them. [more]

Catch up, register and purchase tickets for the events and concerts during this upcoming fortnight including Natraj's 25th Anniversary Show, IAGB Golden Jubilee Harbor Cruise, Yeh Shyaam Mastani, and Sangam Musical Extragavanza. [more]

Here are two puzzles for one and all! [more]

Aamir invited to Parliament to discuss medical issues... [more]

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Music director Pritam has produced a winner. [more]

Summer time jokes on the Beach! [more]

Stay cool with these summer salads. [more]

The biggest Naan in Srinagar, Kashmir. [more]

I do not think there is any other quality so essential to success of any kind as the quality of perseverance. It overcomes almost everything, even nature. - John Rockefeller. [more]