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Celebrate Mothers' Day with Us on March 26
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Maya Dipak
After years of organising community encouraging events like Vadil Sanman, Shravan Sanman, and Saraswati Sanman, Gujarat Samachar and Asian Voice have this year, come up with a distinctive way of paying homage to all mothers. The first of a series of Matru Vandana event which is to be held on March 26, 5.30 pm onwards, at the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, will see leaders, Lords, MPs, and other prominent people, speak fondly about their beloved mothers, and express their love and gratitude towards them. The event will see Lord Jitesh Gadhia as Chief Guest, with MP Virendra Sharma, wellknown businessman Rami Ranger, Bank of Baroda CEO Dhimant Trivedi, and others present. Following a
scrumptious vegetarian meal laid out for all guests, revered singer Maya Dipak and group will pay tributes to mothers in their melodious voice. ABPL has received an overwhelming response from all readers and well-wishers and couldn't be more grateful. Only limited seats available, those who wish to participate in the first event, please contact us. Matru Vandana programmes will also be held on April 1, in Barking, on April 2, in Tyseley, Birmingham, April 7, in Leicester, and on April 8, in Preston. The events have been arranged for by local communities and leaders. Those who want to hold a Maya Dipak Matru Vandana programme in their area, can contact Kamal Rao 020 7749 4001 / 07875 229 211 or e-mail: kamal.rao@abplgroup.com
The Sun transits your first
ARIES Mar 21 - Apr 20 house and this affects your
personal identity, appearance, outward behaviour, and selfexpression. This marks the peak of your physical solar cycle, and you are in the position to make an impression on others, and to assert your personal influence. Increased energy and a renewed feeling of confidence is with you now, so take advantage of your charisma to achieve your goals.
TAURUS Apr 21 - May 21 The Sun travels through your twelfth house now, marking a time of retreat and regeneration. This also heralds a time for research and unfinished behind-the-scene activities. Matters which have dragged on for a while should now be re-assessed and put to rest. Some of you will be looking to spiritual enlightenment and take up yoga and meditation. GEMINI May 22 - June 22 The Sun illuminates your
sector of friends, social gatherings and group activities. You will be in constant demand and will be in a position to network with newfound friends who will promote your cause. Personal relationships are also to the fore and some of you might even find true love. This is a time to follow your dreams and ideals, and to plant a seed in the form of a wish for the future.
CANCER Jun 22 - Jul 22
More than any other time of the year, your focus is drawn to your career and standing in the society. This is the time when you are more interested in, and focused on, accomplishing something important. Contact with authority figures is more likely during this period. Recognition will come your way whether you ask for it or not, and the responsibility that goes with it.
Coming Events
l Bharat Welfare Trust, UK, has organised a Ram Katha, on March 28, Tuesday, which will continue till April 5, at the Shree Sanatan Hindu Temple, Ealing Road, Wembley, Middlesex, HA0 4TA. l Gujarat Hindu Society has organised the Ram Charit Manas Navanha Parayan from March 28 to April 4, from 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm, on South Meadow Lane, Preston, PR1 8JN. l Sri Vallabhnidhi UK's Shree Sanatan Hindu Temple will celebrate Chaitri Navratri from March 28, to April 4. Durgashtami puja will be conducted on April 4, at 7.30 am, on Ealing Road, Alperton, Wembley HA04TA. l Mahatma Gandhi Foundation will conduct a prayer meet on occasion of Mahatma Gandhi Nirvan Din, on March 30, 6.00 pm to 10.00 pm, at the Kadva Patidar Center, Canmore Avenue, Harrow HA3 8LU. l Shree Sanatan Mandir has organised a Baheno Satsang on March 22, at 10.30 am, Shree Sanatan Mandir, 84 Weymouth St, Leicester, LE4 6FQ. l Attend the Sunderkand Path at Shree Sanatan Mandir, Leicester, on March 25. Those interested can attend the Shri Jalaram Prasadi Bhajan held at the Mandir, on March 26, 10.30 pm.
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The Sun energizes your sector of change, transformation and regeneration. On a more practical level, you may be dealing with joint finances and shared resources now more than usual. You should also make sure that your tax affairs are in order. You are more willing than usual to explore and delve deeper into life's secrets and arrive at meaningful conclusions.
VIRGO Aug 24 - Sep 23
LIBRA Sep 24 - Oct 23
As the Sun transits your seventh house, you have a greater need than usual to be in a relationship. The emphasis is on "us" rather than "me". Social interactions of a personal nature are highlighted. This is likely to be an extremely busy time for most of you. Use tact and diplomacy in your dealing, otherwise you are likely to come across as over confident and egotistical.
SCORPIO Oct 24- Nov 22
Southbank Centre’s international multiarts festival Alchemy will returns for its eighth year from Friday 19 – Monday 29 May celebrating the dynamic cultural connections and exchange of ideas between South Asia and the UK. This year’s programme focuses on the contribution of diaspora communities to British society. The largest festival of South Asian culture outside the subcontinent, Alchemy showcases contemporary work from seven countries, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Afghanistan, Bangladesh and the UK. Championing innovative British and international artists, the eleven day festival presents exciting collaborations and new work from both emerging and legendary artists across dance, music, theatre, visual art, comedy and literature. Over fifty per cent of the programme is free and there is an array of engaging workshops, talks, debates and culinary delights taking place across the site. Alongside Southbank Centre, Alchemy will also tour the UK, with a return to Oldham (10 – 18 May), the Black Country (20 – 28 May), and Doncaster (31 May – 3 June). Working collaboratively with three key national partners, Black Country Touring, Cast Doncaster and Oldham Coliseum Theatre, each partner will curate
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You are feeling most adventurous and willing to achieve higher knowledge and spiritual growth. This is a good time to broaden your horizons through travel and higher learning. This may take you to far off lands in pursuit of your new-found goals. You must distance yourself from the mundane grind of life and take on something which is more meaningful for your inner growth.
LEO Jul 23 - Aug 23
Alchemy, the largest UK festival of South Asian Culture, returns this May
The Sun transits your solar sixth house and highlights your health and also makes you take pride in your day to day work. Hence, you should enhance your skills, get organized and take up a health regime for your well being. This transit highlights the need for efficiency and as such you should bring in the new and get rid of the old ideas that do not work.
their own bespoke Alchemy programme for regional audiences, featuring regional and international artists, running alongside the festival in London. Rachel Harris, Creative Producer, Festival Development, Southbank Centre said: “Alchemy continues to grow and evolve each year and this exciting line-up encompasses a mixture of emerging and established talent. Alchemy is a vital platform for new international global partnerships and we are proud to collaborate with both new and long standing partners from across the globe including Rafi Peer Mystic Music Sufi Festival and Karachi Literature Festival, bringing these festivals to the UK for the first time. This year’s festival sees a greater focus on celebrating work from the British diaspora across the UK and we are excited to once again tour and collaborate with partners Black Country Touring, Cast Doncaster and Oldham Coliseum Theatre to reach new audiences and bring Alchemy to these regions.”
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SAGITTARIUS Nov 23 - Dec 21
After a period of relative inactivity, you are coming out of your shell, ready to perform and to express yourself creatively. This is a very progressive period of the year, when you are inspired emotionally. You take more pride in your love affairs, your children, and your hobbies and are generally very sociable and make friends easily.
CAPRICORN Dec 22 - Jan 20 With the Sun transiting your solar fourth house of family and home, these areas are highlighted during this period. Buying or selling of property or even renovating it will be uppermost in your mind as you will be trying to put your roots down permanently. It is also a time when family life will be charged with emotions so be diplomatic and respect other people's views. You are exploring and searching now, making connections, and paying attention to your immediate environment. Socially you are very popular and your communications strengthen your connections. You will be busy with errands, paperwork, phone calls, and light socializing. Siblings, close relatives and friends may play an important role in your life during this period.
AQUARIUS Jan 21 - Feb 19
PISCES Feb 20 - Mar 20
The Sun continues to transit your solar second house. This is the most "financial" period of the year for you. You have an increased interest in your own possessions, during this period. You are more attracted to objects and possessions that give you a sense of comfort, status, or luxury now. Careful with your extravagant spending habits.