Happy Memorial Day!

Mana, the French Cirque spectacle makes Indian debut. View some of the spectacular pictures here. [more]

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Anil Agrawal is the CEO/Founder of the CIMCON Group and has pioneered a number of technologies related to enterprise compliance and wireless controls. Agrawal talked to Lokvani about his company and shared some great insights for budding entrepreneurs. [more]

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"Classical dance teaches you the meaning of OM, concept of Ardhanareeswara, Navarasa, Tal, Tayyari (preparedness), Laykari (rhythm), Khusoorti (beauty) and Nazakat (grace)," said Maestro Chitresh Das whose choreography Sita Haran was presented at Babson College. He urges Indian Americans to invest in keeping the classical arts alive as it is the best way to keep the connections with Indian heritage. [more]

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan with daughter Aaradhya at the balcony of their hotel in Cannes. [more]

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On May 18, 2013 musicians from CMB Sangeet and dancers Ranjani Saigal, Jeyanthi Ghatraju, Preeti Ramesh, Sangita Raghunathan, Suman Adishesh, Sujatha Meyyappan, Mouli Pal along with Ranjani Saigal and Mouli Pal's students presented a lovely music and dance program dedicated to Lord Krishna. It was a great treat for the audience. [more]

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Ekal Vidyalaya, with its Holistic Development approach and its focus on making on making the organization self-sustaining is a great investment for your charity dollar. Harvard Pilgrim recognized the work of Ekal and made it a charity of choice. [more]

As a first-generation immigrant and a beneficiary of great guidance from advisers in her career, the topic of mentor ship is near and dear to Monica’s Chandra's heart. This passion prompted her to launch the company Turnright.com, providing advice and mentorship to students and young professionals embarking on their career paths. Monica Chandra is married to Nitin Nohria, the Dean of HBS and has two children. [more]

On the evening of April 27th, thanks to Kala Tarangini (KT), we had a musical treat at the residence of Ajai and Sridevi Tirumalai. The dance studio convered to the concert hall seemed like an auditorium and it gave a fulfilling experience to the artists and the audience alike. [more]

Chitra Arvind presented a fabulous dual Bharatanatyam and Kathak dance presentation at the Sri Lakhsmi Temple in Ashland, MA on May 5th. The presentation was an absolute delight for dance connoisseurs as this beautiful dancer set the stage ablaze with her perfect Nritta and creative Abhinaya in two different styles of dance. [more]

Purely traditional, purely innovative and purely memorable -- this sums up the dance performance given by Guru Aruna Mohanty and her dance troupe in their stunning portrayal of Indian's cultural heritage through the ancient dance form of Odissi from Orissa. [more]

Boston area saw the second staging of the play “Mirchi Cola”. Back by popular demand, the play written by New England resident Preetesh Shrivastava, was staged at the John O’Keefe Technical Institute to sold-out crowds and outstanding appreciation by the 500+ audience members. [more]

Apple Valley Montessori School hosted a book reading by children’s book author Jyoti Nagia on May 6, 2013. [more]

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan comes to Mohegan Sun Arena on May 26 at 8:00 pm. Dont miss this great opportunity! Buy Tickets. [more]

Pyar ka Drama.. Geeton ka Hungama!! June 1, 2013! Buy Tickets. [more]

Valmiki Ramayana is considered as a kavya, beautiful in poetry, soothing and musical to listen. Very few epics in the whole world in any language come closer to it as far as the detailed narrative description of mountains, gardens, natural sceneries or celestial objects. [more]

With a wide range of topics from health to entertainment the South Asian Conference to be held on June 9 , 2013 at Bentley University, has something for everyone. Buy Tickets. [more]

The Cambridge Chapter Regional event was held at Tufts University, Medford, MA and was hosted by Anil Saigal, Professor of Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Rajesh Dharampuriya presided over the awards ceremony. And the winners are.. [more]

Sathwik Karnik, of Norfolk, MA won this year's National Geographic Bee contest, while Neelam Sandhu of New Hampshire and six other Indian Americans were among the top 10 finalists. [more]

With the availability, in July 2013, of a secure online portal to enable Foreign Financial Institutions (FFIs) registration under the FATCA fast approaching, now is a good time to look at some key provisions of this legislation. [more]

How many AP classes have you taken – or plan on taking? Advanced Placement courses can serve you well not just during high school but also during your college tenure. [more]

A 40 mile bicycle ride on car-free roads, through all five boroughs of New York in early May weather, seemed like a dream way to support a charitable cause, when I signed up back in January for Bike New York’s TD Five Boro Bike Tour. [more]

It is finally here. Memorial Day. AKA planting season kick-off. The question: to plant or not? If yes, what kind? If no, what then? [more]

Nandan Nilekani and Arun Jaitley claim a Sarasvat Heritage. The Sarasvat are the elite among the Brahmins but extremely unorthodox in their worldview. They are now credited with the authorship of the Prakrit language, considered a language of the people in contrast to Sanskrit as the elite language. [more]

Catch up, register and purchase tickets for the upcoming events and concerts including Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Yeh Jo Mohobaat Hai, South Asian Women's Network Conference, Tribute to Mehdi Hassan, Mera Geet Amar Kardo, IAGB Dinner Cruise, Sahib Bibi aur Guru Dutt, and Boston Sargam Music and Dance Competition. [more]

Congratulations to Saba Lateef, who was the winner of the last set of puzzles. Here are two puzzles for one and all! [more]

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A track with strong Punjabi flavor - loud beats and entertaining music. [more]

All in a day's work! [more]

Congratulations! You have now earned the of right to join the grownup world of working for a living, the chief privilege of which is setting your alarm for the crack of dawn, as opposed to the crack of noon. [more]

It is Memorial Day and time to take out the grill! [more]

The Infinite Corridor - Can you guess? [more]

True wisdom lies in gathering the precious things out of each day as it goes by. [more]