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EX-SERVICE personnel from India marched in Brisbane’s Anzac Day parade , with thousands of people from across the state turning out on April 25th morning to commemorate those who served the country and sacrificed their lives.

More than 100,000 Australians have died in conflict, including the 8,700 during the Anzac landings at Gallipoli, with the public marking its 102nd anniversary.

thousands of people lined the streets for the annual parade through the CBD. “It brings the community together, and to see all these new faces young and old, all these different people here from different walks of life, it’s

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Charles Miller, 92, served in the Vietnam War as a pilot.

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From the Publisher MUM’S the word in May , wishing all the mums a very happy mother’s day , many would be fortunate enough to celebrate with their mums in person , some will be able to connect via the digital means , and some like me would only be able to reflect on the sweet memories of mum.

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May is also the month of Girmit , a special day for people of Indian origin who are from Fiji . 14th Of May 1879 was the historic day when ship “Leonidas” carrying Indian workers from India landed in Fiji.

This day is observed as a memorial day

by GOPIO. GOPIO International chapters mark similar days in other countries where ever Indian went under the British Raj indenture system. For Fiji this year marks the 140th anniversary, hence we have a special section dedicated to that.

Terror strikes again, Sri lanka witnessed the horrific terror attack during Easter celebrations, the situation is not getting any better, even with all the modern surveillance and monitoring we are not in a situation of kerbing these incidents.

Communities get together for condolences and prayer meeting as they should but does that stop these attacks, are we getting rid of the hatred. My personal belief is that more needs to be done especially at the places of congregations where we have our faith leaders whom people look up to and believe, message of peace and brotherhood needs to originate

from there, then only will this hate and violence cease.

The holy month of Ramadan has begun and we would like to wish all our Muslim brothers and sisters all the best for the month of fasting. Looking forward to the iftaar dinners, whereby we break bread with many cultures, and that is the way it should be, in spreading the goodwill we need to celebrate each other’s cultural and religious festivals, members of other faiths will not be able to follow each and every custom and tradition but they are out there celebrating your event, that is good enough, be it Christmas, Diwali, ‘Eid, or any other festival for that matter.

And now for the forthcoming elections we have been kept busy especially our Radio division Australian Indian Radio, so many candidates have come to our studios for the interviews, we have had weekly updates in our election round up with Zach Davis Hancock, who has an in-depth knowledge of the political situation and the campaign trail. We had similar weekly reviews in previous elections. On the

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GOPIO Queensland needs to be congratulated for the wonderful fundraising dinner that they organised this time round on the Northside of Brisbane at Kedron Wavell RSL in Chermside. The event raises funds for their annual India Day Fair which is held at Rom Street Parkland, The iconic event, now in its eight year, does receive community grants from Brisbane City Council and Queensland Governments, but the cost of hosting the event is getting higher and higher every year.

Congratulations also to Hindu Society of Queensland for obtaining the development approval (DA) for their Bracken Ridge land. The process has taken a long while but finally the good news has been made public. The plans are to build a multipurpose hall and a prayer Hall (Mandir), the committee now has the task of raising funds for the construction of the proposed buildings.

Brisbane Indian Times and Australian Indian Radio would also like to thank Fijian High Commissioner for the certificate of appreciation, which he gave to Bit and Air at a function during his first official visit to Brisbane as the high commissioner.

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Major changes to the Partner Visa THE Government is cracking down on Domestic Violence and are taking further steps to ensure the safety of migrants within partnerships. In so doing, they have announced impending changes to the Partner visa program.

A new sponsorship framework will soon be introduced to Partner visa applications requiring sponsorships to be lodged and approved before the visa application can be lodged. The sponsorship application stage of the visa will include thorough checks being done on the sponsor prior to the lodgement of the visa application.

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If the sponsorship is approved, the sponsor will be subject to particular sponsorship obligations and penalties will be imposed if these are not adhered to.

The introduction of this sponsorship framework will be greatly beneficial and advantageous in that it attempts to provide security to and protect visa applicants from domestic violence. The critical thing that the Department of Home Affairs wants to ensure is that applicants for this visa are in a genuine and continuing relationship and these changes will certainly be a positive measure towards that goal.

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Thank You Kindly DEAR READER, it is with much joy, we bring to you the word of God. We all have opportunities to complain, whinge and be ungrateful Pastor Joseph Dass but that’s not the best way to live. When we go about being thankful for our families, our friends, our freedom and what we have then we give opportunity for Gods blessings to flow into our lives.

Having an attitude of thanksgiving is a great way to live. That means instead of focusing on your difficulties, you choose to focus on your blessings. The question is do you want more, problem or do you want more blessings. That is, if you are going to see breakthroughs, new opportunities, the right people in your life, then you need an attitude of being thankful. Be thankful where you are planted today, where you work and your parents. When we go about being thankful in advance, that’s really an expression of your faith.

In the scriptures (Luke 17v11-19), we read of Jesus healing ten lepers. But only one came back to thank Jesus for his miracle. The other nine did not.

The one who came back to thank Jesus did not just turn up after his healing.

Way before he got healed, he was already living with an attitude of being thankful. It looks like he was saying “Dear God I know of my condition, but I am thankful for my healing, I am sure of your goodness, I am so sure that you are working in my life, that I’m going to thank you right now for 4 — THE BRISBANE INDIAN TIMES, May, 2019

what you are going to do tomorrow.”

He was already living a life of being grateful. That is why in verse19 Jesus already knowing of his great faith declared “Arise, go your way. Your faith (your personal trust in Me and your confidence in God’s power) has restored you to health.” Through his faith and trust in God, this man had developed an attitude of being thankful.

Here are 4 things we can learn from being thankful. a) All happy people may not be thankful, but all thankful people are happy. Living with a grateful or ungrateful attitude will determine the kind of life you going to have. Bible verse b) W hen you are thankful for what you have, you are always rewarded with more. Happiness never comes to those who do not appreciate what they have. c) G ratitude is a choice. It takes a strong person to be grateful and give something from their heart.

Giving a piece of their mind is the work of the weak, they struggle to be grateful, living a life of being upset, frustrated and angry. d) Happiness is not about getting what you want but being happy with what you have. Ungratefulness increases problems. Gratefulness increases blessings.

So today and every day we are to have an attitude of gratitude and live each day in thanksgiving!

God bless you Pastor Suresh Dass Joseph

Anzac Day: Queensland dawn services see large crowds

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“Nothing much has changed, still threats between countries and you need to be ever vigilant,” Mr Miller said.

He said Anzac Day was a very important day.

“It’s great to see the patriotism.”

Returned Services League (RSL) Queensland secretary Scott Denner said attendance numbers for dawn services and Anzac Day events have been increasing steadily in the state over the past 17 years.

“It has been really encouraging to see how many Queenslanders turn out to remember, reflect

and support veterans and current service people through Queensland,” Mr Denner said.

“Anzac Day provides an opportunity to say thank you to those who have served and also to say thank you to the families who are often forgotten on Anzac Day and the sacrifice that they make is often not very well understood.”

“Don’t be afraid to approach an ex-service person, ask them about their service; they’re always willing to talk and say thank you to them and their family for their service to the nation.”

Mr Denner said the majority of veterans who marched today were from more

recent conflicts including Vietnam, East Timor, Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as peace keeping operations.

“During World War II the East Timorese community provided fantastic support to Australian forces who were fighting the Japanese in East Timor and in fact many of the East Timorese lost their lives supporting those Australian forces, so this is an opportunity to thank that small country,” Mr Denner said.

An Indian contingent marched through the city, ex-service personnel took part in the parade.

It is reported that 15,000 Indians were involved in WWI.

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Recollections of impeccable hospitality in India

By Rama Gaind ARISTOTLE said: “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not a single act, but a habit”.

Customer assistance and efficient service delivery is what hospitality is all about – or, at least, it should be.

Being regularly on the road means carving out unequivocal adventures when a hotel is your ‘home away from home’ and the room, or a suite if you are lucky, is also your sanctuary.

To this born traveller, recognition of impeccable service at hotels is just as imperative as appreciation.

It doesn’t cost much to be considerate, yet kind words can achieve much … as these experiences exemplify from three hotels in India.

Leela sojourn

The Leela Palace Udaipur has rightly been described as the “soul of luxury”.

Nestling in the tranquil waters of Lake Pachola, it is Udaipur’s only modern palace hotel.

Be enthralled from the moment you set out on the scenic boat transfer for The Leela where you receive a welcome that’s ‘fit for

Iridescent image: shimmering reflection of The Leela Palace Udaipur in Lake Pachola. Photo: Rama Gaind

royalty’. The opulence, splendour and regal abode auger well as you marvel at the spectacular views across the lake to the City Palace and the Aravalli mountains beyond. The magnificence and lavishness of the land of the Mewars comes to the fore.

Traditional Rajasthani design, artistry and modern amenities blend well with attentive service and the best of technology to create an exceptional ambience in picturesque surrounds.

Savour novel dining experiences overlooking the lake.

Welcoming us to a “world of grandeur and luxury,” the executive assistant manager Prateek Swarup said everyone was committed to taking guest service to reverential heights. “It is our goal to provide all guests

with memorable magical stays that deliver the essence of India.” Majestic by any standards!

Tranquil sanctuary

A sanctuary of tranquility and ease equates to the modest luxury of The Imperial New Delhi that has been bestowed with the prestigious title of the ‘Best Heritage Hotel’ by a number of publications.

Staying here, you’ll re-live some of India’s glorious past.

The hotel was designed to be one of the finest monuments of British architect Edwin Lutyens’ grand vision of the capital city’s original master plan presenting a unique blend of Victorian, old colonial and art deco styles.

On arrival, another world opens up as you revel in the days of the Raj, overflowing with Victorian charm and

luxury. The Imperial has an engaging connection as history comes ‘alive’ while you stroll through its art-laden corridors. Be transported back in time, with a fabulous impression of iconic heritage wrapped in colonial elegance.

Front office manager Tushar Chandra said this most distinguished address, in the heart of the capital, was connected to a fascinating part of India’s history.

“It’s a luxury hotel with an awe-inspiring heritage, interwoven in colonial elegance that dwells in its modern delivery of old-style class and magnificence.”

Elaborate details, space and greenery over 2.8ha of manicured gardens fashion this stately destination.

Delectable meals: chef Joseph Parras at The Imperial Hotel Delhi. Photo: Rama Gaind

Before you set out exploring, let chef Joseph Parras cook you a hearty, award-winning breakfast.

You’ll be so glad you did!

Impeccable service

In the business district in the heart of Nariman Point, The Oberoi Mumbai is an iconic hotel that certainly lived up to its reputation. In fact, it went over-and-above its call to duty, one could say.

It had been a frustration – disruptive television broadcasts on four occasions – as the unit kept switching off. The TV was fixed the next day and I’d forgotten all about the inconvenience, just happy to watch the news and catch-up on some favourite serials.

Surprisingly, management had not. That evening, the hotel manager Natasha Mehta personally rang to

apologise.

“We pride ourselves in making sure our guests have a comfortable stay.

We do not want to give them an opportunity for a complaint.” Even housekeeping staff was told not to charge for the room service dinner I’d ordered.

Impeccable experience!

The expansive views over the Mumbai skyline and the Arabian Sea are breathtaking. No wonder The Oberoi Mumbai is ranked number two as the ‘Best City Hotel in Asia’.

If reality is the customer’s appraisal, then hospitable delivery of the flawless kind is imperative – especially if you opt for plush hotels. Conductor Zubin Mehta makes this veritable acknowledgement: “Indian hotels are doing well globally because they understand hospitality”.

Annual Festival of Chariots event expected to smash attendance numbers in 2019 THE much lauded annual Hare Krishna Festival of Chariots is expected to set a new attendance record at this year’s event in Brisbane.

Last year the event attracted over 5,000 people and filled the streets of Brisbane city with families, festival goers, and vibrant dancers from all over South East Queensland, bringing with them a sea of colour, spirituality and culture.

This year’s event is being held on Saturday, 11 May from 11am to 4pm and festival organisers are hoping to attract more than 6,000 people. The 2019 Festival of Chariots will see the Hare Krishna community, accompanied by thousands of celebrating participants, parade a giant wooden colourfully decorated chariot through the streets of the city. The Festival of Chariots, which began in India 5,000 years ago, is a spiritual event that involves pulling giant statues of deities through the city. It is symbolic of Krishna coming out of his temple to see his people,

and the Hare Krishna community will be bringing all of the cultural and spiritual significance, as well as the colour, sound, and excitement, to the Brisbane festival again this year.

Chintan Gandhi, a key member of the organising committee for the Brisbane Festival of Chariots, is passionate about the festival and keen to share the positive impact of the event across Brisbane and the rest of the community.

“Brisbane has fallen in love with the Festival of Chariots and it is becoming a bigger event every year.

This is great to see because the Festival of Chariots is such an iconic event across other parts of the world,” Chintan said.

“The event and the Hare Krishna community in Brisbane play such an important role in so many peoples’ lives. They have helped me and my family to build an extremely positive life for ourselves here in Australia. It is a wonderful community that assists

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many to connect and meet new friends, socialise and help others in need. I have been volunteering my time as part of the organising committee since 2014.”

Chintan arrived in Australia from Mumbai, India in 2006 as a student. It was a big step to leave India and take up study in Australia as he not only left his family and friends behind, he also farewelled his rich Indian culture.

Since completing his MBA studies in marketing, he has married and settled down in Australia starting his own family. Chintan and his family have found great warmth and connection to their Indian culture through involvement in Brisbane’s Hare Krishna community.

It has enabled them to build a strong sense of community in Australia.

“Brisbane is a wonderfully vibrant multicultural city that embraces many festivals such as Buddha’s birthday, Chinese New Year and the Paniyiri festival and it is great to see the Festival of Chariots being embraced

as well,” Chintan added.

“We are expecting attendance numbers this year to be our biggest yet.”

The 2019 Brisbane Festival of Chariots will consist of two elements, the chariot parade and a myriad of cultural and participatory events.

Starting in King George Square at 11.30am, everyone will help to pull the giant chariot through the streets of Brisbane accompanied by singing and dancing.

The Festival will then head back to King George Square with the chariot and continue to celebrate until 4.00pm in the afternoon.

There will be stage performances of drama, dance, music and talks, as well as cooking courses and craft tents. Also on offer are henna, face painting, and delicious free meals from Hare Krishna’s own Govinda’s Vegetarian restaurant for all festival participants.

There will also be cultural and spiritual exhibition tents, showcasing the richness of the Hare Krishna community and the culture they are rooted in.

For Chintan and the rest of the organising committee, the Festival of Chariots is an important way to foster community engagement

with other cultures and forms of spirituality.

“The festival is about bringing people together and spending time with family. We want everyone to have fun pulling the chariot, and we want them to see and experience new and exciting things and enjoy the range of cultural activities on offer,” Chintan added.

“We’re looking forward to having more people come this year than ever before and experiencing the life, colour, and vibrancy of Hare Krishna and Indian culture.

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Chhath Puja – A Festival Dedicated to the Sun CHHATH Puja, also known as Surya Shasti, is a Hindu festival, dedicated to the solar deity Surya, the Sun. It is a popular festival in the Indian states of Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh as well as in Nepal. People who originate from these areas and have migrated to other parts of the country and overseas continue to adore the tradition and observe the rituals wherever practical.

The term Chhath in Hindi refers to the sixth day of a fortnight of the Hindu calendar month.

The festival is celebrated twice a year. The first is held on the sixth day of the bright fortnight in the month of Kartik (October-November) i.e. sixth day after Diwali and the second on the sixth day of the bright fortnight in the month of Chaitra (March–April), three days before Ram Navami. The timing of both festivals coincides with the harvest of rainy and winter season crops respectively.

Worship of the Sun has an ancient origin. Numerous hymns in the Vedas are dedicated to the Sun. The well-known Gayatri Mantra is a prayer to the Sun requesting for inspiration to achieve success in the life.

The Sun is described as a physical manifestation of the supreme God. The Sun is the head of Navagraha, the nine heavenly planets, which are worshipped during a traditional Hindu Puja.

In the Ramayan, sage Agastya initiated lord Ram in the battle field to offer prayer to the Sun through Aditya Hriday Stotra, verses glorifying the Sun. Ram worshipped the Sun with that Stotra and gained blessing from it to overcome and destroy the demon king

Ravan.

In the Mahabharat, on advice of his priest Dhaumya Rishi, the exiled Pandava king Yudhisthir beseeched the Sun to offer solutions to the problem of food supply for them and their guests during their banishment.

The Sun offered him an Akshay Patra, a unique pot, which was charmed with special powers. It remained full once Pandavas’ wife Draupadi had filled it with eatables until she had eaten her meal last, and cleaned it.

Karna, the son of Kunti by lord Surya, a warrior fighting on the side of Kauravas, and philanthropist, was a renowned devotee of the Sun in the Mahabharat story.

Pauranic stories offer anecdotes of Sita, the wife of lord Ram, and Draupadi, the wife of Pandavas, performing special Puja dedicated to the Sun to regain their lost kingdoms and for the welfare of their spouses and families.

During the Chhath Puja, a female deity called the Chhathi Maiya or mother Chhathi is also worshipped.

Chhathi Maiya is identified as a daughter of Daksha, wife of Shiva and mother of Kartikeya. She is also recognised as the six Indian seasons that transpire due to the relative movements of the Sun and the earth.

The Chhath Puja incorporates the various ancient Sun worship traditions. A person who undertakes to perform the Chhath Puja is known as a Vrati. Both men and women can be a Vrati. They must observe strict requirements on self-cleanliness, purity of items used for worship, and food that can be consumed during this period.

Chhath Puja is performed over four days.

On the first day, which is the fourth day of the bright fortnight of the month, the Vratis must cleanse themselves and following a

ritual purification, they can eat simple Satvik vegetarian food. They spend their time preparing for the Puja with devotion to the Sun god.

This day is known as Nahay Khay.

The second day is known as Kharana. On this day, the Vratis observe fast during the day and eat their meal only once in the evening.

Special sweet meals are prepared and offered to ancestors and deities. These are distributed as Prasad among people present at the occasion.

On the third day of Chhath puja, which is also the sixth day of the bright fortnight, the Vratis observe a whole day and night fast. In the evening before sunset they stand in a pond, lake, river or sea and face the setting sun in a praying mode.

While standing in the water, they hold a bamboo Soop or winnow containing seasonal fruits, flowers and sweet preparations, and make an

offering to the Sun. After sunset, the Vratis offer Tarpan, offering of water with both hands together, to the Sun and completes the day’s ritual. In the night, participants in the function sing devotional songs.

On the next morning before sunrise, the Vratis repeat the ritual of the previous day i.e. standing in the water to face the direction of the rising sun in the praying mode and holding a winnow containing offerings. After sunrise, a Tarpan of water and milk, flowers, fruits and sweet preparations are offered to the Sun once again.

After completion of the rituals, the Vratis take a dip in the water and complete the ceremony. The Vratis then can ingest Prasad, eat a light meal and return to their normal routine.

On the banks of rivers, ponds or other water bodies the celebration becomes a community affair. Puja Ghats are cleaned and

safety measures are taken.

Professional as well as amateur artists sing prayers, bhajans and songs dedicated to the Sun. Vratis from all walks of life stand in the water together and offer prayer and Tarpan to the Sun, presenting a powerful unifying ambiance.

Nowadays many people perform the Chhath Puja at their home. They use a large water tank or a swimming pool to stand in and offer Tarpans.

Some people perform their Chhath Puja at sun temples. The popular sun temples of Dev near Gaya and Ullar near Pali in Bihar attract huge crowd of Vratis, their family and friends and onlookers during these festivals.

During Chhath Puja, a priest is not required to complete the rituals. In many families the Chhath Puja is performed to express gratitude for the successful outcome of an endeavour.

In others it continues from generation to generation as a family tradition. Once it is started, which can be done during Kartik Chhath, it is to be continued until stopped due to a specific reason. These practices are being modified to suit the prevailing situation.

From an agrarian point of view the festival signifies the expression of gratitude to the almighty God represented through the Sun, which is directly responsible for life on earth as well as for the food that the earth produces.

The festival inspires people to respect nature and express gratitude to the environmental resources that help sustain life.

More information on Hinduism will follow in the next edition of BIT. Awadhesh Sharma

A good planet, a good life

Sadhguru, Isha Foundation

WE ARE living in a time when we have to think of protecting the things that have always nurtured us.

This is the first time in the history of humanity that we have to talk about protecting the planet.

Never before did anyone have such an insane idea that they had to protect the planet. The planet always took care of us.

Preserving and nurturing this planet is not different from aspiring for a good life for ourselves, because there is no good life without a good planet. Right now, we are looking at ecological concerns as some kind of an obligation that we have to fulfill. It is not an obligation, it is our life. The very breath that we inhale and exhale is just that.

Unless people feel this and have an experience of this, I don’t believe they are going to truly act in any big way.

If people don’t take care of the land, they will ruin the whole country. Whatever our economic concerns are – we need to do many

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things – we must always keep ecological concerns as an important part of our economic development.

Otherwise, we will pay a very big price for it. This is something policy-makers, industry and the public should constantly be aware of and strive for.

Raising the consciousness of the whole world may be a long-term project, but if the leadership – people in positions of responsibility and power – experience and truly feel this within themselves, a huge change can be brought about in everything that we do. If the consciousness of a few key people on the planet

– the way they think, feel and experience life – can be altered even a little, and if the necessary focus and investment of resources is made in the right direction, Mother Earth will correct herself.

If we just provide her with an opportunity, she will turn everything back into absolute abundance and beauty.

We don’t have to do anything great; we don’t have to fix the Earth. If we reduce the meddling to whatever extent we can, without making ourselves suffer, if we just lessen the damage that we are doing,

the rest will happen by itself.

Spiritual process without concern for life around you is not a spiritual process because anyone who looks into himself, anyone who turns inward, naturally realizes that his existence and the outside existence are not different.

Spirituality essentially means an all-inclusive

experience. When there is an all-inclusive experience, being concerned and being caring about everything around you is very natural.

It is my wish that we as a generation do not become a disaster in every sense. In our lives, if we do not do what we cannot do, there is no problem. But if we do not do what we can do, we are a disaster.

Ranked amongst the fifty most influential people in India, Sadhguru is a yogi, mystic, visionary and bestselling author. Sadhguru has been conferred the “Padma Vibhushan” by the Government of India in 2017, the highest annual civilian awards, accorded for exceptional and distinguished service.

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Fiji Senior Citizens Association of Queensland

FIJI Senior Citizens members have been very busy for last few months with various activities and its pleasing to note that they are supporting members and other members of the community in various ways.

The Multi-Cultural Hub at 20 Arnwood Place Annerley provides a place to meet and carry out activities of the association. The social cohesion is extremely important in our multicultural Australia as it forms social fabric and harmonious relationship amongst all.

The harmony day was celebrated at the Multicultural Hub at 20 Arnwood Place, Annerley.

The chief guest was Lord Mayor of Brisbane and some distinguished guests included Duncan Pegg MP who represented Hon Minister Sterling Hinchcliffe MP Minister for Multicultural Affairs and councillors and community leaders.

The Holi Parv was also celebrated at the Multicultural Hub on March 23. The festival of colours was well celebrated, playing

with colours and water. We totally enjoyed the event.

The Southside Chautal group performed the Chautal and it was amazing.

The Annual General Meeting of the association was held on April 14 at the Multicultural Hub 20 Arnwood Place Annerley.

The President in his report informed the members that our Early Child Education Centre project in Rakiraki is almost completed and we may have to provide more funds . The school committee will advise us the

cost to complete the project.

He also said that with the support and contribution from the members our Association will continue to progress towards our future endeavours and our aim to become a good role model to our future generations.

The following members were elected: Patron: R.H.Maharaj; Vice Patron: Judge Devendra Pathik; President: Surendra Prasad; Vice President: Dan Singh;

Vice President: Jitendra Deo; Secretary: Raymond Saran; Assistant; Secretary: Shane Krishna; Treasurer: Saras Kewal; Assistant Treasurer: Rajendra Pratap.

Committee members: Shiu Shankar, Ram Kewal ,Madhu Saran, Vimal Maharaj, Suresh Prasad.

Honorary Auditor: Veal and Prasad Accountant (Jitendra Prasad). Advisory Committee: Sadhu Prasad,

Ram Karan Raj Prasad The AGM appointed three prominent members of the Association mentioned above to the advisory committee to assist the executive committee if required in running the affairs of the Association.

The association is striving towards more multicultural activities this year for our members and also wider communities. Jitendra Deo J.P.(Qual) Vice President

John Oxley District Orchid Society Inc. – Annual Winter Show THIS is considered to be one of Brisbane’s premier orchid shows.

Displays of species orchids from around the world, our own native orchids and numerous hybrids.

Potting demonstrations daily at 10.00am and 1.00pm.

Cultural advice all weekend from some of Brisbane’s best orchid growers.

Lots of plants and growing accessories available for sale.

Brisbane City Council runs a bus service to the

venue and there is lots off street parking, plus disabled parking at the front door Light refreshments and floral arrangements featuring orchids are available at great prices.

This is a perfect opportunity for photographers to capture some photographs of amazing orchid flowers.

The event will be held at the Auditorium, Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha on Saturday, 13th July, 8.30am to 4pm and Sunday, 14th July, 9am to 3pm. The cost of admission is $4.00 with children under 14 free.

Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Association News: May 2019 GCHCA Holy Yagna: Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Association (GCHCA) hosted a holy fire ritual (Yagya) to get the blessing for wellbeing of everyone gathered in the Association land on Chitra Full moon day on 19th April 2019. Afternoon was full of vibration in the Hindu Cultural Precinct land. In performing Yagna, the energies are blended together to achieve the desired physical, psychological and spiritual benefits.

Holy Yagna was celebrated by Spiritual leaders from India. It was coordinated by Diviya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan. Community members were able to participate in the Yagna and enjoy the blessings.

Special Bhajan and discourse by Shri Acharya Aashish Ji, who is disciple of his holiness Shri Ashutosh Maharaj Ji, and is

qualified pandit who has done his Bachelors in Sanskrit Sahitya and Masters of Education from Haridwar University, India.

Holy Ram Navami and Hanuman Jayanthi: Ram Navami and Hanuman Jayanthi was celebrated by GCHCA on 19th April 2019 evening. Bhajan and Special discourse were held at Lakeside Community Centre, Upper Coomera QLD 4209. A large gathering of community members eagerly attended the event. Sunderkand discourse from Holy Ramanya was given by Shri Acharya Aashish Ji, a qualified pandit who has done his Bachelors in Sanskrit Sahitya and Masters of Education from Haridwar University, India. It was followed by Special Bhajan with instrumental music.

This events were organised by GCHCA to celebrate the Holi festivel, Tamil and Telengu New year as well.

Forthcoming May Events: Monthly Bhajan: GCHCA Monthly bhajan will be held on 17th May, 2019.

Prayer Time: 7.15pm – 8.30pm followed by light dinner. Date: Friday 17th May 2017. Venue: Community Centre Hall, 31 Discovery Drive, Helensvale, QLD 4212 With the initiation of Holy Yagna new Hindu Cultural Precinct building work is expected to kick start from July 2019.If you would like to donate to “The GCHCA Building Donation Fund” (tax deductible) please make your contribution to the following Commonwealth

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Police ‘pop up’ for road safety Ram Navami celebrations at Brisbane Sikh Temple

PLO Ricky Lashand

Officers from across the South Brisbane District gathered at the Brisbane Sikh Temple on Thursday, April 18 as part of their ongoing community engagement strategy for Operation Wake Up, Road Safety.

The stall ‘popped up’ in the evening to raise awareness about the Fatal Five (speeding, drug and drink driving, fatigue and distracted driving) and how to stay safe on our roads during the Easter Holiday period.

The team from the South Brisbane Police Liaison Unit were also on hand to

provide timely advise on home and personal safety.

Superintendent Virginia Nelson said roads are very busy during the Easter break.

“We are campaigning very hard to ensure the community is on board in working with us to reduce road trauma on our roads,” Superintendent Nelson said.

Over 200 attendees came to show their support to the Queensland Police, with plenty of conversations, photos, and selfies shared.

Community members attending the the event expressed their appreciation for the overwhelming support they have received

from the Service.

Kam Athwal, the Director of the Sikh Nishkam Society of Australia said that the information was important for the community. Events like the ‘pop up’ allow everyone to receive timely advice on how to stay safe on our roads.

Kam Athwal thanked the QPS for their ongoing support for the safety of the Sikh Community and to all communities that they serve.

Thank you to the community for your support towards this important initiative and a special thank you to our hosts at the Brisbane Sikh Temple.

Hanuman Jayanti celebrations

SHREE Sanatan Dharam Hindu Association of QLD Inc (SSDHAQ) celebrated Ram Navami at QVCC Hall 198 Learoyd Road Willawong QLD 4110 from 6th April to 14th April 2019.

The daily Ram Katha

was recited by Pt Hirdesh Maharaj Pandey from Auckland (formerly of Labasa, Fiji).

The program was well attended with daily average turnout of 250. The celebrations concluded on

Sunday midday.

SSDHAQ would like to thank QVCC, all it’s donors and sponsors, volunteers, devotees, mandalis and the entire community for their overwhelming support for this major event.

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SHREE Sanatan Dharam Hindu Association of QLD Inc (SSDHAQ) celebrated the 2019 Hanuman Jayanti at QVCC Hall, 198 Learoyd Road, Willawong QLD 4110.

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Hanuman Chalisa was recited during the program followed by bhajans and kirtans by our Youth Group. SSDHAQ would like to thank QVCC, donors, food sponsors, mandalis, volunteers and the devotees for their ongoing support in making such events a grand success.”

THE recent popularity of the community centre is making us all proud.

The centre is been used regularly by the wider Indian community for various events.

The vision of building a community centre for betterment of our communities is coming to fruition. The recent events attracted many people to the centre and I can see my vision accomplished. The centre provides for many cultural activities as well religious activities. The main purpose of building

the centre was to uphold our Indian heritage, culture and language together with religion.

There are many activities which can be carried out at the centre, and it includes weddings, birthday parties and cultural events including religious discourses, Havan Yaj and recitals of our granth.

(Spiritual scriptures). The opportunity is also given to our general community if they wish to hold Havan Yaj or Ramayan for the special occasions like birthdays and wedding anniversaries.

For enquiries regarding hall hire please contact myself (0411 798 012) or Shanjeshni Deo (3273 3029) or email: chairqvcc@gmail. com.

We look forward for many activities this year and we will keep you all posted via Facebook page.

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The Hon David Coleman MP launches The Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal to multicultural communities M U LT I C U LT U R A L audiences are proud of their country of birth and proud that Australia has provided them with a new beginning.

They look forward to opportunities where they can contribute back.

Federal Minister Hon David Coleman MP, Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs, will today launch The Salvation Army’s annual Red Shield Appeal for 2019. The launch will appeal to Australia’s multicultural communities to help raise $79 million for Aussies in need.

The Red Shield Appeal launch to multicultural communities, is one of the key events for The Salvation Army’s annual appeal, which culminates with Australia’s biggest doorknock over the weekend of 25-26 May this year.

Commenting on the launch, the Hon David Coleman MP said, “Multicultural communities in Australia have contributed enormously to the economic and social fabric of our society. We are very proud of our nation and the contributions of Australians of all backgrounds. It is my privilege to launch

The Salvation Army’s annual Red Shield Appeal for 2019 to multicultural communities across Australia.”

The Salvation Army’s National Multicultural Spokesperson, LieutColonel Xuyen Pho, says the organisation’s services are open to every person who calls Australia home.

“Hardship does not discriminate.

More Australians from all walks of life are turning to The Salvation Army for help and we need the public’s support now more than ever to ensure we can help those doing it tough” says LieutColonel Pho. Over the past 12 months, The Salvation Army (The Salvos) has supported more than 38,000 people experiencing homelessness, 14,000 people overcoming addiction, provided over 50,000 financial counselling sessions, given care to 5,000 people experiencing family violence, and assisted more than 150,000 people with emergency relief.

“The Salvos provide a number of important social services for multicultural Australia. These include homelessness support,

women’s and children’s services, financial counselling through Moneycare, addiction and recovery services, legal assistance through Salvos Legal Humanitarian, English classes and many more.” says Lieut-Colonel Pho. “It is only through the public’s support that The Salvation Army can continue to support the hundreds of thousands of Australians who rely on our services. We ask the Australian community to dig deep to support this year’s Red Shield Appeal and help give hope where it’s needed most.”

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“Multicultural audiences are proud of their country of birth, they are also proud that Australia has provided them with a new beginning and look forward to opportunities where they can contribute back,” said Ms Nandkeolyar.

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Appeal for over twenty years said, “The support The Salvation Army gives disadvantaged Australians, including those from multicultural communities, is invaluable and important.

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Buddha brings peace and happiness to South Bank

Close your eyes for a moment and imagine being filled with peace and happiness. Each breath consumes the glorious fragrances of fresh chrysanthemums and carnations while your mind releases all anxiety as you immerse in the delightful melody of chanting echoing in the background. Your eyes slowly waken to the the warmth of hundreds of candles glowing in the dark while in the background red lanterns shine brightly.

Welcome to the 23rd celebration of the three-day Iconic Buddha Birth Day Festival held in the South Bank Parklands.

Although guaranteed to find many moments of peacefulness, with over 180 events, 500 performers, a parade with 50 different cultures, an amazing selection of delectable vegetarian delights, roaring Chinese Lion Dances, spectacular Riverside fireworks and a couple of hundred hopefully happy babies being blessed, this family friendly event is sure to delight, provide a rich and memorable cultural experience and moments of excitement, all in the heart of Brisbane.

Spread throughout the greater South Bank precinct and with all 2,500 Red Chinese Lanterns switched over to LED’s, the Festival is now the largest accredited Climate Friendly Event in the Southern Hemisphere.

This year the Festival has grown so big has broken into Six Villages.

The Spiritual Village is where you will find the key to happiness. The South Bank Piazza has turned into a Buddhist Temple where visitors can Bath the Buddha and take part in the many spiritual celebrations.

The Wisdom Village is a place to seek knowledge. Located in the Queensland Conservatorium there is a range of Buddhist talks and Meditation classes.

The Meditation Village is definitely the place to find that inner peace in a chaotic world. Not only are there classes for adults but we also cater with classes for children aged 8 to 12.

The Cultural Village provides understanding in embracing the diverse cultural heritage of the modern world.

The International Vegetarian Food Village provides nourishment to the hungry body. This year is the Festival’s biggest selection of food on offer from the four corners of the Asian continent and is open each evening till 9:00pm. While enhancing the culinary experience there is the Vegelicious Cooking Displays with Celebrity Chef ’s Tony Ching, Bruno Loubet and Alejandra Cancino. Not to be left out, Children’s Chef Carmel Carmichael is providing cooking classes for the kiddies.

The Fun Village is simply fun! A place for kids to enjoy a cultural experience through a wide range of fun activities including calligraphy; face painting; origami; and the famous Ju Percussion workshops.

Other key activities include Tea Ceremonies, Dragon Boat Regatta, Cultural Harmony Parade, Chinese Lion Dancing and the spectacular Fireworks Display to light up Brisbane’s skyline Sunday evening.

On Saturday morning a Baby Blessing is being held in the Piazza to ensure that a child begins life under the guidance and protection of Buddha’s blessing, allowing the child to live a happy and fulfilled life in peace and harmony.

The Buddha Birth Day Festival is a family friendly event and free to attend.

Opening times: 9:00am - 9:00pm, Friday May 03 - Sunday May 05. www.buddhabirthdayfestival.com.au www.facebook.com/buddhabirthdayfestival @buddhabirthdayfestival.qld snapBuddha ENDS Media Contact: Ralph Smith, Marketing Director M: 0410 002 266 E: marketing@buddhabirthdayfestival.com.au

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Paul visiting United Nations Industry Development Organisation (UNIDO) New Delhi

WITH Australia set to go to the polls on May 18, it is pleasing to learn that Labor’s candidate for the federal seat of Brisbane, Dr Paul Newbury has an impressive track record of engagement and friendship with India.

Paul, who is a past member of the AustraliaIndia Business Council (AIBC), travelled to New Delhi in 2015 at the invitation of AIBC and met with representatives from the Modi government, business, industry and assorted NGOs to discuss proposed reformed to the Indian electricity system. At the time Paul was completing his doctorate at the University of Queensland, examining the global transformation occurring within the electricity sector. “My visit in 2015 sparked my enduring connection to India and the India diaspora. Everyone I met was so warm and engaging and I just loved the country and culture”, says Paul.

Demonstrating his versatility, Paul has been a member of the AFL Masters

Australian team since 2006 and was responsible for organising and leading the first even tour and AFL test between an Australian masters team and the AFL India national team in 2017. The game, held in Midnapur was attended by approx.

15,000 enthusiastic locals and was a great success. The Test was attended by a suite of dignitaries including the Australian High Commissioner , Ms Harinder Sidhu.

He remains as always keen to continue his connection with India should he be elected as the federal member for Brisbane and hopes to play a key role in Labor’s desire to expand the social, cultural and business ties between Australia and India into the future.

“I am very keen to continue my connection with India should I be elected as the federal member for Brisbane and I would hope to play a key role in Labor’s desire to expand the social, cultural and business ties between Australia and India into the future” says Paul.

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The significance of Ramadan in Islam

By Ml. M .Nawaaz Ashrafi RAMADAN is the ninth and most precious month in Muslims lunar calendar. It is obligatory for Muslims to fast during this holy month. There are around 1.7 billion Muslims around the world who observe this ritual, which is the fourth pillar of Islam among five. Fasting is not just abstaining from drinking and eating; it also includes abstaining from immoral acts and anger. Other acts of worship such as prayer, reading the Quran and charity are also encouraged during the month of Ramadan. In the Quran, God talks about the importance of Ramadan in the following verse: “O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed to you as it was prescribed to those before you, that you may learn piety and righteousness” (Quran, 2:183) During Ramadan, Muslims wake up early to eat a pre-dawn meal called suhoor, and they break their fast with a meal referred to as iftar. One important thing of this Holy month is Quran was revealed in Ramadan. It is traditional for Muslims to read the entire Quran in the month of Ramadan. “Ramadan is the (month) in which the Quran was sent down, as a guide to mankind, also Clear (Signs) for guidance and the differentiation (between right and wrong)” (Quran, 2:185). Muslims gather every night in mosques after they have broken their fasts, to pray the special prayer known as tarawih.

Muslims are used to fasting during the day with performing their usual tasks. Different cultures have different traditions during Ramadan, whether it is a special food they cook, or eating iftar with the extended family, neighborhood and friends. Although may be slightly influenced by one’s culture, sharing food and inviting guests over for iftar are all practices inspired by the Islamic faith.

When the month of Ramadan starts, Muslims believe that the gates of heaven are opened and the gates of hell are closed as Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) said in one of his hadiths: “When the month of Ramadan starts, the gates of the heaven are opened and the gates of Hell are closed and the devils are chained” (Bukhari). When someone fasts in the month of Ramadan with sincere faith, Muslims believe that s/he will be forgiven by Allah Almighty as Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said in hadith: “Whoever fasts during Ramadan out of sincere faith and hoping to attain Allah’s rewards, and then all his past sins will be forgiven.” (Bukhari) There are some other significances of this Holy month such as The Night of Decree (Laylat al- Qadr). This night is known to be better than a thousand months and Muslims are encouraged to pray and give more on this holy night. It is also recommended to give Zakat in the month of Ramadan.

Ramadan allows worshippers to concentrate their minds on devotion to their faith through prayers, expressing gratitude, seeking forgiveness and helping the needy. Fasting is important for Muslims due to many reasons: it brings the unity among the “ummah” because they go to offer Tarawih prayer after iftar at the Mosque together. Ramadan allows Muslims to appreciate food, thank God for what they have and makes them closer to each other and the people around them.

Sawm is a Jihadic struggle because of Muslims struggle against hunger during fasting. Fasting in Ramadan also makes Muslims stronger against fighting sin and more charitable to others.

The Inner Secrets of Fasting

Know that in the fast is a special quality that is not found in anything else. And that is its close connection to Allāh, such that He says: “The fast (Sawm) is for Me and I will reward it.”1This connection is enough to show the high status of fasting.

Similarly, the Kaʿbah is highly dignified due to its close connection to Him, as occurs in His statement, “And sanctify My House.”2 Indeed, the fast is only virtuous due to two significant concepts. Firstly, it is a secret and hidden action thus, no one from the creation is able to see it.

Therefore showing off cannot enter into it. Secondly, it is a means of subjugating the enemies of Allāh. This is because the road that the enemies (of Allah) embark

upon (in order to misguide the Son of Ādam) is that of desires. And eating and drinking strengthens the desires. There are many reports that indicate the merits of fasting, and they are all well known.

The recommended acts of fasting

The pre-dawn meal (Suḥur) and delaying in taking it are preferable, as well as hastening to break the fast and doing so with dates. Generosity in giving is also recommended during Ramaḍān, as well as doing good deeds and increasing in charity. This is in accordance with the way of the Messenger of Allāh (sall Allāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam).

It is also recommended to study the Qur’ān and perform I’tikāf during Ramaḍān, especially in the last ten days, as well as increasing upon the exertion (towards doing good deeds) in it.

In the two Sahihs, ʿĀ’ishah said, “When the (last) ten days (of Ramaḍān) would come, the Prophet would tighten his waist-wrapper, spend the night in worship, and wake his family up (for prayer).” The scholars have mentioned two views concerning the meaning of “tighten his waist-wrapper”: The first: It means the turning away from women.

The second: It is an expression denoting his eagerness and diligence in doing good deeds. They also say that the reason for his (peace be upon him) exertion in the last ten days of Ramaḍān was due to his (sall Allāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam) seeking of the Night of Power (Laylah al-Qadr).

An explanation of the inner secrets of fasting and its characteristics.

There are three levels of fasting: The general fast, the specific fast, and the further specific fast. As for the general fast, then it is the refraining of the stomach and the private parts from fulfilling their desires. The specific fast is the refraining of one’s gaze, tongue, hands, feet, hearing and eyes, as well as the rest of his body parts from committing sinful acts. As for the more specific fast, then it is the heart’s abstention from its yearning after the worldly affairs and the thoughts which distance one away from Allāh, as well as its (the heart’s) abstention from all the things that Allāh has placed on the same level. From the characteristics of the specific fast is that one lowers his gaze and safeguards his tongue from the repulsive speech that is forbidden, disliked, or which has no benefit, as well as controlling the rest of his body parts.

In a ḥadith reported by al-Bukhārī: “Whosoever does not abandon false speech and the acting upon it, Allāh is not in need of him leaving off his food and drink.”3 Another characteristic of the specific fast is that one does not overfill himself with food during the night. Instead, he eats in due measure, for indeed, the son of Ādam does not fill a vessel more evil than his stomach.

If he were to eat his fill during the first part of the night, he would not make good use of himself for the remainder of the night. In the same way, if he eats to his fill for suhur, he does not make good use of himself until the afternoon.

This is because excessive eating breeds laziness and lethargy. Therefore, the objective of fasting disappears due to one’s excessiveness in eating, for what is intended by the fast is that one savours the taste of hunger and becomes one who abandons desires.

Recommended Fasts As for the recommended fasts, then know that preference for fasting is established in certain virtuous days.

Some of these virtuous days occur every year, such as fasting the first six days of the month of Shawwāl after Ramaḍān, fasting the day of ʿArafah, the day of ʿAshura, and the ten days of Dhul-Hijjah and Muharram. Some of them occur every month, such as the first part of the month, the middle part of it, and the last part of it. So whoever fasts the first part of the month, the middle part of it, and the last part of it, then he has done well.

Some fasts occur every week, and they are every Monday and Thursday.

The most virtuous of the recommended fasts is the fast of Dāwūd (ʿalayhi alSalām). He would fast one day and break

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his fast the next day. This achieves the following three objectives: The soul is given its share on the day the fast is broken. And on the day of fasting, it completes its worship in full. The day of eating is the day of giving thanks and the day of fasting is the day of having patience. And Faith is divided into two halves – that of thankfulness and that of patience. It is the most difficult struggle for the soul. This is because every time the soul gets accustomed to a certain condition, it transfers itself to that.

As for fasting every day, then it has been reported by Muslim, from the ḥadith of Abu Qatadah, that ʿUmar (raḍiy Allāhuʿanhu) asked the Prophet (sall Allāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam): ‘What is the case if one were to fast every day?’ So he (sall Allāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam) said: “He did not fast nor did he break his fast – or – he did not fast and he did not break his fast.”4 This is concerning the one who fasts continuously, even during the days in which fasting is forbidden.

Characteristics of the most specific fast Know that the one who has been given intellect, knows the objective behind fasting. Therefore, he burdens himself to the extent that he will not be unable to do that which is more beneficial than it.

Ibn Masʿūd would fast very little and it is reported that he used to say: “When I fast, I grow weak in my prayer. And I prefer the prayer over the (optional) fast. Some of them (the Saḥabah) would weaken in their recitation of the Qur’ān whilst fasting. Thus, they would exceed in breaking their fast (i.e. by observing less optional fasts), until they were able to balance their recitation. Every individual is knowledgeable of his condition and of what will rectify it.

The Night of Glory (laylatul qadr).

It is a brilliant night that is described in the Qur’an in the following way: In the name of God, the Lord of Mercy, the Giver of Mercy We sent (the Qur’an) down on the Night of Glory.

What will explain to you what that Night of Glory is?

The Night of Glory is better than a thousand months.

On that night the angels and the Spirit descend again and again with their Lord’s permission on every affair.

Peace it is until the rising of the dawn. (Chapter 97) The Night of Glory is the night in which the Prophet Muhammad began receiving revelation from God through the archangel Gabriel while he was meditating in the Cave of Hira on top of the Mountain of Light near the outskirts of Mecca, according to Muslim belief. It is that night in history when Muhammad went from being a simple man among his people to becoming the messenger of God. Not only did that night transform Muhammad the man into Muhammad the Prophet, but it also marked the beginning of the transformation of many parts of the world – beginning with the Arabian Peninsula and stretching as far as China within less than a century – as the new civilization of faith spread from coast to coast and continent to continent.

The first words that the Prophet received from God on that night, now some 1,448 years ago, are words that continue to inspire and guide more than 1.6 billion people worldwide. Chapter 96 of the Qur’an contains these verses: “Read! In the name of your Lord who created: He created the human being from a clinging form. Read! Your Lord is the Most Bountiful One who taught by the pen, who taught the human being what he did not know” (96:1—5).

Receiving these divine words shook the Prophet to his core as he experienced the unexpected power of the glorious night and the command of an outer force. Afraid and befuddled, the Prophet ran home to the warm embrace of his beloved wife, Khadijah, who covered his trembling body with a blanket and reassured his anxious soul. Khadija suggested visiting her cousin, Waraqa ibn Nawfal, who was a Christian sage and scholar, to interpret the experience.

Waraqa listened carefully to the Prophet’s experience and declared: “This was the

same one (archangel Gabriel) who keeps the secrets, whom God had sent to Moses.

I wish I were young and could live (to see the day) when your people will drive you out.” The Prophet, startled and surprised, asked, “Will they (really) drive me out?”

Waraqa nodded affirmatively and said, “Anyone who came with something similar to what you have brought was treated with hostility; and if I should remain alive till the day when you will be driven out then I will support you.”

So, the Night of Glory commemorates the advent of the Prophet, the beginning of the revelation of the Qur’an to Muhammad, and the centrality of God and knowledge in Islam. But, as Chapter 97 of the Qur’an indicates, the Night of Glory continues to visit every year with great spiritual gifts. In this night, it is believed, the doors of forgiveness are opened to all who ask, the decree of God is reconsidered and determined for every human soul, and salvation is brought closer for anyone who seeks it. As such, it is a night full of praying, seeking and acting goodly.

One of the great mysteries is that no one knows for certain which night in the blessed nights of Ramadan the Night of Glory falls on. It is anticipated during the last 10 nights. And, some say that it falls on one of the odd nights of the last 10 nights. God knows best – our task is to seek it; God’s grace is to grant it!

As the Prophet ‫ﷺ‬ said, «Let whosoever believes in Allah and in the Last Day either speak good or be silent.» The agitation of our external tongue is intertwined with the internal agitation of our lower self. Bringing about quietude to our speech and environment goes a long way in calming our souls, while also promoting the atmosphere of fikr(contemplation) necessary to purify our hearts. Minimize the idle talk and chatting as much as possible and give the phone and social media a break, not just during the nights but during the workday. In those opportune moments where you find yourself alone at your desk or at home when the children are asleep (finally), contemplate deeply on the Creator and engage in spiritual reflection. Remind yourself of your shortcomings and of Allah’s mercy and plead for Him to rectify your condition, with the supplication our Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him and his family) encouraged us to say in these last ten nights: “O Allah, You are al-Afuww (The Eraser of Sins and Pardoner) and you love to pardon, so pardon me.”

The beauty of this supplication is that we invoke the Divine characteristic of Al-Afuww, which is greater than forgiveness, for it completely obliterates and erases the sin off our permanent records, whereas in His Forgiveness, Allah conceals those sins on our record.

We ask Allah for both, and as we do so, let us also strive in these last ten nights to be forgiving with others. All too often, as we engage in our deeply personal worship in these ten nights, repenting to Allah and seeking His forgiveness, we forget that one of the essentials of repentance is that we resolve any violations we have committed towards others. Ramadan is a time where we see more of the Muslims than at other times of the year, at communal iftaars, taraweeh and other activities. We will see those who we have wronged or those who have wronged us. Just as the process of fasting, tara weeh and ‘itikaf naturally facilitate the disciplining of the soul in Ramadan, the social light of this month, bringing the Muslims together, gives each of us an opportunity to heal past rifts and move forward. The last ten nights are a chance to bury old grudges and forgive one another, so that we can together invoke Allah on the Night of Power to forgive all of us for our violations towards Him. The best example for us in these nights is our Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him and family), who, on the 20th of Ramadan, when entering Makkah in victory, forgave all those who had harmed him and his followers. It was an act that was the epitome of the Prophet’s grace.

May Allah grant eternal success to the ummah of Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him and his family) and

may we learn to emulate the Prophet›s grace, both in Ramadan, and outside of it.

“O Allah, You are the Eraser of Sins, and you love to pardon, so pardon all of us.”

Things You Might Not Know About Eid Al-Fitr

1. It's held to celebrate the end of fasting.

During the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast from sun up to sundown to honor the month that the Quran was revealed to the Prophet Mohammed. Eid al-Fitr celebrates the end of the month—and the end of the fasting. The prolonged fasting isn’t just about food—it also includes abstaining from taking medications, drinking any liquids (including water), smoking, and having intimacy.

2. The name ofthe holiday is a literal translation.

“Eid al-Fitr” is a pretty literal translation of the event that’s being celebrated: “Festival of the Breaking of the Fast,” or “the Feast of Fast-Breaking.”

3. Eid Al-Fitr begins when the new moon is first sighted.

Eid al-Fitr doesn’t begin until the new moon appears in the sky (although traditionally, and still today for many Muslims, it doesn’t begin until the barest sliver of a waxing crescent moon is seen).

Technically, that means that across the world, Eid al-Fitr starts at different times and even different days, depending on location. To make it more uniform, some Muslims celebrate Eid when the new moon appears over Mecca instead of their own locations.

4. Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr are held on different Gregorian dates every year.

The Islamic calendar is based on lunar cycles, as opposed to the Gregorian calendar, which is based on the solar cycle. New months start and end with each new moon. The average new moon appears every 29.53 days, so the lunar months are a bit shorter compared to the Gregorian months, which usually last 30 or 31 days. Thus, every year, Ramadan is held about 10 days earlier than it was the previous year—at least, that is, in relation to the Gregorian calendar.

5. Eid Al-Fitr typically last for three days.

The festival traditionally lasts for three days, but depending on how it falls on the calendar, the parties and festivities could last much longer. For example, if the three days fall mid-week, Muslims will likely still be celebrating over the weekend.

6. On Eid Morning, muslims cleanse their bodies and don new clothes.

Before leaving to perform morning prayers, Muslims wake up to cleanse their bodies in a ritual called “ghusl.”

Then, similar to getting new clothes for Easter Sunday, Muslims often don something new or grab their finest threads and decorate their hands with elaborate henna patterns. Some people wear traditional dress, while others opt for contemporary clothing.

7. There are Eid Greetings.

“Eid Mubarak,” which means “Have a blessed Eid!,” is pretty common.

8. Then there are prayers.

After getting dressed and ready for the day, Muslims gather for prayers in mosques or outdoor locations. Afterward, they may visit the graves of loved ones to pray and clean the gravesites.

9. There are gifts involved.

After a month of sacrifice, Eid al-Fitr is a time of abundance—and not just abundant food. Gifts are often given, especially to children. These gifts of money, accessories, home goods, or flower are called “Eidi.”

10. It's also known as "The Lesser Eid.".

Eid al-Fitr is one of two important Eid celebrations in the Muslim faith.

The other is Eid al-Adha, the Feast of the Sacrifice or “Greater Eid.” Eid alAdha celebrates the sacrifice Ibrahim (Abraham) was willing to make to Allah.

Like Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha is held at a different time on the Gregorian calendar every year.

CAN’T MAKE IT ON ELECTION DAY?

If you know you can’t vote on Saturday 18 May, you can vote early.

It’s amazing how powerful a piece of paper can be on election day.

If you are an Australian citizen aged 18 years or over, you are required by law to vote. So, if you’re unable to make it to a polling place on election day, you can vote early at an early voting centre or apply for a postal vote.

You can vote early if you are at work on Saturday 18 May, or will be outside the electorate where you are enrolled. There are other reasons you can vote early – visit www.aec.gov.au/early to find out more.

Your vote will help shape Australia.

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For God so loved the world...

Key Scripture: John 3:16 NKJV For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that who-ever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.

John 3:16 Amplified Bible, Classic Edition (AMPC) For God so greatly loved and dearly prized the world that He [even] gave up His only begotten (unique) Son, so that whoever believes in (trusts in, clings to, relies on) Him shall not perish (come to destruction, be lost) but have eternal (everlasting) life.

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And to reveal our Creator as a God of compassion and forgiveness, so that we may know how to relate to Him. Just like a Father and Children have a loving and living relationships.

First, we need to understand that God is not an object or an image or an imagination of human mind. God is a living and loving Person. His awesome nature and characters are unchanging from generation to generation.

We find this amazing truth revealed through the pages of The Holy Bible.

This is an invitation for all to keep reading with a humble heart and an open mind. You will surely encounter your Creator today. You don’t need a thousand years for your Salvation (Mukti). You can receive your greatest miracle ‘Mukti’ today. This is the confidence you can have in Christ alone. There is no greater discovery other than to have an encounter with your Creator.

Let us unpack the Word of God to know His love. For God so loved… opens up the truth about His nature.

When someone says, “I loves you”, how do you find out if they mean what they said. A true love always follows with an action of giving; and it demonstrates the commitment to the spo-

ken word. God loves 7 plus billion people in this world, and He invites all people to taste His love. But He has given every one a free will to accept or reject His perfect love. Only a fool can ignore such an awesome love.

If you say, “I love India” or you ready to give yourself and your entire life for India? Are you committed to follow up with your word? Real love de-mands giving, forgiving and sacrificing. Real love is “Agape” love. It is an unconditional love, non judgemental love and a perfect love. Only a perfect person can promise and can deliver such a love. That person is the centre of our devotion and inspiration.

His name is Jesus Christ.

Nicodemus was a religious Guru lived in Israel 2000 years ago. His quest to encounter God personally, he came to Jesus. This man recognised that Je-sus was sent by God. But he failed to see that Jesus is the eternal God. Je-sus is the Word in the beginning of all creation, Jesus is the way and truth and life.

Jesus is the Author of life, the Alpha and the Omega.

If you follow a religion, it will never fully satisfy your longing to meet the living and lov-ing God. But if you follow the One who truly loves you, you will begin to experience true life.

Jesus told to Nicodemus that unless one is born again in the spirit, he can’t enter into the Kingdom of God. Humans can only reproduce humans, but only the Holy Spirit can give rebirth to the our spiritual life. God sent Jesus to this world to save all humanity from the sin and death. Because we all have fallen to a decease called ‘sins of the soul’. Our blood is corrupted, our soul is deceived by the devil of this world. God has made a remedy for all our sin and sickness of the soul. The only remedy is the blood of Jesus. God loved the world and He has given His Son.

He alone can save the world from eternal judgement.

How can we escape from the grips of sin and satan? when we put our trust in Lord Jesus, when we believe that He died in our place to redeem us from our real enemy the devil.

God loved the world and God gave to the world what the world really needed to function in peace. God needed to wash our sins by the sinless and spotless blood of His Son. For the Life is in the blood, and the blood of eternal God alone can offer eternal life. Only condi-tion is that we repent of our wrong ways and put our hope in Jesus Christ.

For I am absolutely convinced that finding and receiving God’s love and mercy is the most significant purpose of your life. No religion or tradition can give you an unconditional love; and a supreme love that is offered

by Jesus Christ is an invitation to save your soul.

To know Jesus as The Lord, mean to know that He is the author of your life.

And to walk in His ways mean, that journey through this life by faith in His Word and in His finished work on the Cross. He is the most loving person you will ever know on this

planet. His invitation is open to all who seek him with a sincere heart. His mercy is sure to all who put their trust in Him. And His protection is available to all who call on His name. Oh, Taste and see the Lord is good, His ways are perfect and His promises never fail.

Therefore, we invite you to pray this with a sincere heart; ‘Dear Father God, today I thank you for your word that has touched my heart.

I repent of my wrongs and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is Lord and I believe in my heart that Jesus died for my sins, God raised Jesus from the dead for my Mukti (Salvation).

Blood of Jesus has reconciled me to the loving relationship with my creator. Now help me to know Jesus more and more so that I can grow in the knowledge of your grace and mercy. Teach me your ways so that I can be person who will learn to hon-our you and learn to love each other’. Amen Please email to us your encounter experience, so we can help you to grow in the understanding your Creator and Redeemer. navig8grace@gmail.com

Make your vote count for the 2019 federal election AUSTRALIAN voters are reminded that Saturday 18 May is election day and it is compulsory for every enrolled Australian to vote.

Electoral Commissioner Tom Rogers said those who can’t make it to a polling place on election day can vote early either in person at an early voting centre, or by applying for a postal vote.

Early voting centres are now open. Opening dates and times vary, so visit www. aec.gov.au/where to check the details of each early voting centre, or apply for a postal vote at www.aec.gov. au/pva.

“It is important for voters to apply early for a postal vote to ensure there is enough time to receive their ballot papers in the mail, complete them by election day, and return them to the AEC,” Mr Rogers said.

Mr Rogers said it was crucial that voters understand how to cast a valid vote.

“The AEC has a range of information and services available to help voters from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds complete both ballot papers correctly to make sure their vote is counted.

“Translations of the AEC’s official guide to the 2019 federal election – along with a How to make your vote count factsheet – are available in 29 languages and can be found at aec.gov. au/translated,” Mr Rogers said.

Mr Rogers urged all voters to take care when filling out their ballot papers.

“Don’t worry if you make a mistake on your ballot paper, simply ask a polling official for a replacement ballot paper and start again.

Translated material with instructions on how to vote will be available in polling places through our multilingual flip-books. You can ask a polling official for

this information”.

Mr Rogers also said during a federal election there is a large amount of information being distributed, much of it

online, which is seeking to influence your vote.

He encouraged voters to stop and consider the source of information they receive

so they can cast an informed vote. A factsheet is available in 29 languages to assist voters at www.aec.gov.au/ stopandconsider.

Telephone interpreter services are also available for information about voting and the election. Call 1300 720 153.

Enrol now for the 2019 federal election THE federal election has been announced and all Australians must act now to ensure they are enrolled to vote before 8pm on Thursday 18 April 2019.

The Electoral Commissioner, Mr Tom Rogers, said all Australian citizens aged 18 years and over are required by law to enrol and vote in the 18 May federal election.

“Enrolling and voting is compulsory. If you are not enrolled, you can’t vote in the 2019 federal election,” Mr Rogers said.

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“You can enrol online on your computer, tablet or smartphone” Mr Rogers also urged all Australians who are already enrolled to check that their details are up to date on the electoral roll.

“If you’re not sure that you are correctly enrolled to vote, you can check online or, if you need help, call us on 13 23 26.

“If you’re on the roll but have moved since the last election, or changed your name, you need to update your enrolment details

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Australians unable to go online can pick up a paper enrolment form at any AEC office or from Australia Post. Correctly completed applications must be returned to the AEC before the close of rolls deadline.

Seventeen year old Australians turning eighteen years of age on or before 18 May 2019 should also enrol and vote in the federal election.

In the coming weeks, a comprehensive

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Decoding the Ancient Wisdom in the Modern Context A STATE of perfect happiness and success is what every single person wants. We seek the perfect balance of peace and dynamism, yet the method of gaining it seems always elusive.

The Ancient Wisdom of the Himalayan Yogis spell out this secret in great detail and empower one with the Infinite power to gain anything one wants in life. But, accessing and decoding these ancient scriptures is not an easy task, it often takes an entire lifetime and Brisbane was very lucky to host a divine guru, Yogishri Sudarshan Kannan, who has done just that.

The grand event, ‘Ancient wisdom in the Modern Context’ organized by the Federation of Indian Communities of Queensland (FICQ) at The Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre was abuzz with excitement and hope. As the time neared 6 pm, it quickly filled up with people of all ages, professions and nationalities, eager and united together in their search for wisdom and inner development. Dr. Venkat Pulla, the PRO of the FICQ gave a very warm welcome address as he spoke the minds of all present on how lucky they were to be receiving this precious wisdom from Yogishri himself.

When Yogishri entered the stage, the energy in the auditorium was truly resplendent and powerful.

The next 90 minutes blew the minds of those present at the venue as people listened intently, sitting at

the edge of their seats as they grasped every single word of the life changing wisdom that was like nothing they had heard before.

“You have Infinite powers within you. As a human being, you have the choice of action. When you lead a mechanical life, you are existing, not living” roared Yogishri as the entire crowd sat transfixed in silence, grasping every single word. Yogishri shared the art and science of perfect living given in the ancient scriptures, which when mastered and practiced can empower one to achieve anything one wants in life in this modern world.

The ancient wisdom contains 12 sciences and Yogishri revealed 3 among them: Science of Materialization, Happiness and SelfHealing In the science of Materialization, Yogishri explained to the crowd how only 4% forms our conscious mind while the rest, the deeper mind is untapped. “When we gain even a little bit access to

this, we can materialize anything we want in life” he said. His powerful words on how one is a creator of one’s own destiny shook the audience up as it bestowed on everyone the all-powerful choice of action, a choice that people never truly realized they had.

In the science of happiness, he explained how our mind is constantly worrying about the past and the future and how this ancient wisdom makes you focus on the present and be happy and blissful within.

The third was the science of self-healing.

Yogishri explained how the body has immense self-healing capacities and how this wisdom through the techniques of Yoga Sankirtan, awakens these powers by increasing the positive vibrations within. Yoga Sankirtan is an ancient mystical art of meditation and self-healing wherein sound vibrations are used to create specific patterns of energy which causes complete healing of the body, mind and soul.

“Through these truths contained in the ancient wisdom one can combine having a peaceful mind and external success or dynamism” he said.

As the discourse came to an end, the excited members of the crowd filled the air with a flurry of questions that Yogishri answered with a smile, cheerfully.

The eager crowd was left wanting for more, with questions after questions coming from the audience even as the session came to an end. The audience felt a true connection with Yogishri’s words of wisdom which was both subtle and practical. This was evident by the words of gratitude expressed by Mr. Palani Thevar, past president of FICQ and by Dr. Ram Mohan, President of the FICQ on behalf

of the entire crowd. The Chairman of Brisbane Council, Councilor Angela Owen, honoured Yogishri with the FICQ special award, ‘The Global Visionary – Life Transformation.

Yogishri Sudarshan Kannan is a worldrenowned philosopher, spiritual master and management exponent.

He has a multi-faceted background in diverse fields like vedanta, management, psychology, mathematics, yoga and music. He has dedicated his entire life to the research and spreading of great spiritual truths and is a guru who serves humanity through his divine sessions that are a powerhouse of wisdom, powerful sankirtans and deep meditation on ancient scriptural texts. Engrossed

in spirituality for three decades now, he serves one and all through his sessions and guidance.

Not just the spiritual seekers but the wisdom of Yogishri also helps top corporates overcome stress, increase dynamism and achieve success of the goals set. Filled with clarity and mathematical precision, a significant aspect of his sessions is that he provides an opportunity to pause and think liberally so as to enhance personal growth and rise to higher levels of perfection. His emphasis is on creating a long-term effect in an individual instead of providing mere quick-fix solutions – a permanent cure rather than a temporary relief.

To know more about Yogishri and his works, visit www.infinitewings.in

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KM Nanavati: An untold real story of 1959

By Dhaval Vyas, Ahmedabad, India

THE famous 1959 K.M.Nanavati Vs State of Maharashtra court case shook the entire India and the judicial system of the country. It was all about extra martial affair that triggered a murder.

Indian Naval Officer Kawas Manekshaw Nanavati , who killed his wife’s lover and still managed to walk out of the jail a free man. The system declared him NOT GUILTY. Read on to know why!

The Nanavati murder trial was not just one of the most sensational crime cases in India, it also triggered the end of the jury system. Six decades later, it is the role of Sylvia, whose adultery led to the crime, that needs to be realistically assessed.

On the morning of 27 April 1959, the handsome, 6ft-tall naval commander Kawas Nanavati and his beautiful English wife, Sylvia, ran some chores together.

Kawas had just returned, nine days ago, from a two-month voyage at sea,serving in the Indian Navy. Together they took their dog to the veterinary hospital in Bombay’s Parel, bought tickets to the matinee show, and returned home to their spacious flat in Colaba for a lunch of gravy-cutlets and rice-prawn curry. But all was not well. Sylvia was distant, cold and aloof. As she would tremulously tell the court later: “My husband came and touched me. I asked him not to do it as I did not like him.”

Then she was forced to make a brutal confession: She had been having an affair with their flamboyant and rich Sindhi businessman friend, Prem Ahuja. Later that afternoon, Kawas went to Ahuja’s home, armed with a revolver. He barged into Ahuja’s bedroom, and shut the door behind him. Ahuja had just emerged from a bath and was combing his hair in front of his dressing table mirror; he had nothing but a towel on. Three gunshots were heard going off inside the room. When Kawas came out, Ahuja was sprawled on the floor in a pool of blood.

As modern India’s first upper-class crime of passion, the Nanavati case held the nation in thrall. It didn’t send only runaway teenage hormones into overdrive.

Adults too could talk of little other than the “heroic” Parsi naval commander and the “villainous” Ahuja, who had lured Sylvia, the unwitting victim, to his bed.

Through the initial sessions court murder trial by jury, Kawas’ legion of worshippers cast him as Lord Rama enjoined by his dharma to slay Ravana, who had abducted his innocent wife. The editor of Blitz, Russy Karanjia, drew this analogy frontally. The defence team did it more obliquely, presenting Kawas as the ideal man: a decorated naval officer away at sea for months in the service of the country, forced to leave his wife vulnerable to the machinations of an evil man with no patriotism on his CV. We eagerly lapped up the portrayal the defence painted of Ahuja—a pervert who would ensnare his prey with drinks in prohibition-era Bombay. Blitz even produced a Mrs X to claim that Ahuja would use a sinister, special yellow powder as a “love potion” on unsuspecting women, endorsing what Kawas told the court—“Ahuja had an evil influence on my wife”. The defence put on full display letters written to Ahuja by his besotted lovers, and the bacchanalian trove recovered from his flat: one bottle of gin, two bottles of whisky, two bottles of rum, 10 beer bottles, a bottle of brandy, a bottle of Benedictine, and several empty bottles of alcohol. In an essential corollary, Sylvia was portrayed as the helpless victim of Playboy Prem.

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fractious turf war between the judiciary and the executive after the Bombay governor suspended the high court’s sentence; necessitated the sitting of a full constitution bench of the Supreme Court to clarify the boundaries of the governor’s powers of pardon; and even forced prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru into that maelstrom.

Sylvia is central not just to the case, but also to its hold on our imaginations.

Projecting her as the innocent victim of sinister manipulations, turning the murder victim into the villain and the killer into the hero, was the only way for the defence to save her husband.

But nearly six decades have passed, and our ideas of gender equations have evolved.

It’s time to allow for new perspectives.

Even more than the romanticized Kawas Nanavati and the demonized Prem Ahuja, it is Sylvia who needs to be realistically assessed.

The real-life Sylvia suffered an embarrassment of extremes. While the defence team painted a picture of blamelessness, the hysterical crowds outside the court defamed her. They accused her of being a “typical” amoral, sex-hungry English Lady, jumping into an adulterous bed with no thought of her valiant husband sailing the seas in defence of the nation, and no care for the children neglected because of her uncontrolled desires. She was even reportedly spat upon. Her husband would arrive with a full naval escort. Her physical defence was left to her brother-in-law, stonily walking in front of her like a shield. Sylvia and Kawas had by then made up; she had moved into her in-laws’ home with the children, determined to save her marriage and appear in court in Kawas’ defence.

Inside the sessions court, the public prosecutor called her little short of a selfserving liar, saying she was defending her husband only because her “lover is now dead”. More significantly, when the case was referred to the high court by the sessions judge, who had declared the jury’s verdict of not guilty as “perverse”, justice J.M. Shelat’s judgement read: “She is a self-confessed sinner whose words did not inspire confidence. She had kept her husband under deception…and had committed the grossest breach of faith with her husband who had given her devotion.”

The accused, K.M.Nanavati, was an upright, moral and patriotic person serving the country. There were all the evidences that he had committed murder after being provoked and had no economic benefits in it nor was he a career criminal.

And he had willingly surrendered himself afterwards to the police.

The incident both shocked and riveted the entire country. Influential Parsis held regular rallies in Mumbai, with the largest

being an event held at Cowasji Jehangir Hall, to support the Governor’s decree that suspended Nanavati’s life sentence and put him under naval custody, until his appeal was heard by the Supreme Court.

At that rally, 3,500 people filled the hall and around 5,000 stood outside. Nanavati also received backing from the Indian Navy and the Parsi Panchayat.

Much more then than now, it was considered inconceivable that a wife should want something more from a marriage than deemed sufficient by her husband—let alone such a handsome, hurrahed one.

But it’s time to give her agency for her actions, see her as a woman with the will or the courage to follow her heart, whatever the consequences.

If Sylvia was a victim of anything, it was of neglect, a danger more commonplace but no less insidious. Yes, it’s scripted into the part of a naval wife. But Sylvia suffered from loneliness even when Kawas was by her side.

The pretty English woman and the handsome six-footer with strong Parsi features were head-turners the moment they entered a party—on board, on shore, or on civvy street. But friends confided that it was the commander who would cause a flutter. “Women would gravitate towards him as eagerly as decency allowed. The quiet Sylvia would often retreat to the wives’ corner.”

So, while the dominant description was that of a “perfect couple”, there was a disruptive undercurrent. As too many wives of celebrated men might vouch for, it wasn’t always pleasant to keep having to retreat to the sidelines.

Sylvia was really just a simple “Portsmouth girl” despite her “smart frocks and gaily bobbed hair”, as The newspaper Indian Express had described her, etching a contrast with the sober white sari she donned during the trial. Her life as a navy wife was sequestered. So, though she was only 28, she was already a mother of three, and she was not wise to the ways of bachelor dandies.

Her extramarital engagement went deeper than the adventurism of lunchtime sex. The court was told of her visits to his flat. There was an overnight trip to Agra, albeit with Ahuja’s sister Mamie as “cover”. Ahuja’s employees spoke of her coming to his office. A member of Mumbai’s United Services Club spoke of her being closeted in its phone booth for long, low conversations.

Her plaintive missives to Ahuja, submitted as evidence, show that she was deeply in love and hoped for a future with this unapologetic playboy (in open court, she had to read out the letter of 24 May 1958, “Last night when you spoke about your need of marrying, about the various girls you may marry, something inside me

snapped and I knew I could not bear the thought of your loving and being close to someone else”). She clearly wanted more than what she was getting in her own marriage.

By all accounts, Sylvia had steered the family ship admirably. In 1949, the shy Miss King had met and soon married Kawas in her hometown of Portsmouth where, like all Indian naval officers in the early years, he was undergoing training at a Royal British Navy facility. They had returned to Bombay within the year.

The strongest endorsement of her place in the family is the unqualified support she got from her in-laws. As soon as they heard about the shooting, they dispatched a close family member to the Metro cinema hall. Kawas had dropped her and the children there for the matinee of Tom’s Thumb, before going to requisition a revolver from his naval ship and then to Ahuja’s flat for that fatal showdown. She was brought to Southlands, the home of his parents, Mehra and Manekshaw. She spent most of those difficult years with them.

Sylvia took small steps towards normalcy for herself and her children—they even went with Kawas’ uncle for holidays to a Matheran bungalow he rented for the summer.

Sylvia’s resolve helped her maintain a sense of restorative normalcy for her traumatized children; Pheroze, her eldest, suffered psychological scars for a long time. She did not heed her own parents, who implored her to return to Portsmouth.

Home is where the heart is, and for Sylvia it was decidedly in Bombay.

It is tempting to be cynical about the couple’s reconciliation after Ahuja was shot dead and Kawas was taken into custody. Or the fact that Kawas “took her back” because his lawyers convinced him that without her cooperation, their elaborate and essential damnation of Ahuja would be a non-starter. But there is enough later evidence to the contrary.

She stuck to him and the defence story. She faced the abuse outside the courtroom, and the humiliations inside, with dignity. She lent her quiet presence to Blitz’s high-octane campaign, first in support of the governor’s controversial order suspending Kawas’ sentence, and then demanding an executive pardon.

The pardon came through within just three years of his being jailed. Then, Kawas’ friends in high places helped him, a convicted murderer, get speedy emigration to Canada along with his family. The Nanavatis packed their bags, and jettisoned the baggage. Among Toronto’s welcoming Parsis, Sylvia and Kawas built a new life—not on guilt and bitterness over torpedoed naval ambition, but on the realization of what both had meant to each other in the past, and still did. In fact, their love seems to have emerged stronger. The few friends who could be persuaded to part the zealously drawn veil of privacy dropped no hint of frisson. To quote one of them: “The Nanavatis were a happy normal family with children, grandchildren and a beautiful Irish setter.”

Kawas died in 2003. In 2015, at 83, Sylvia moved from their long-time Burlington home to an assisted living flat, still a devoted “mum” and doting “gran”, as can be gauged from her Facebook posts and conversations with close family members.

Everybody deserves a second chance, but not everyone is strong enough to seize it.

Sylvia was, and did so in Canada.

Together with Kawas, she had freed herself of her past. We too need to free her of the baggage we have forced upon her for almost 60 years.

This is a true story of 1959.

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A Salute to Fiji’s forgotten Warriors – Indian Girmitiyas - 140 years on

By Thakur Ranjit Singh

MAY 14 is a significant day in the calendar of IndoFijian history. It can be variously recognized but its foremost significance is the arrival of first ship Leonidas, with 479 Indian indentured immigrants, who we call Girmitiyas.

That significant year was 140 years ago, in 1879.

This followed 82 other ships that transported over 60,000 Girmitiyas to Fiji. Indenture system (Girmit) came to an end on December 31, 1919 after a bitter struggle against the recruitment of Indian indentured labourers that saw the might of Mahatma Gandhi ultimately triumph over that of the British Government. Some 35,000 of these people decided to settle back in Fiji, and their descendants now make a distinct race of people with a distinct culture, language - and achievements.

As 14 May 2019 marks 140th Anniversary of the first arrival in 1879, I am sure many in Fiji Indian Diaspora are ignorant of its importance. I do not blame them for their lack of knowledge of history of their heritage, as our school history fails to recognise and acknowledge this fact, which appears to have been stolen from successive Fiji Indian generations.

Americans and Canadians honour their warriors on Thanksgiving Day, New Zealanders and Australians do this on ANZAC Day (Australia and New Zealand Army Corps), and New Zealanders and especially Maori do this on Waitangi Day. And what do Fiji Indians have? Why cannot we set aside at least one day in a year to think and honour those who sacrificed their lives and gave us this better life through their suffering,

sacrifices – and vision?

While the soldiers fought their wars in battlefields, Fiji Girmitiyas fought economic wars for the British on the killing cane-fields of Fiji.

It is for the sake of their history and rich heritage and legacy that Fiji Indians need to inculcate pride of the new generation in their history. We need to tell our children and grandchildren about the stories of Girmit so that they know where they have descended from and how full of suffering and sacrifices have been those Girmit journeys.

To realise this dream, a group of Fiji Indians in Auckland New Zealand, have taken steps to reconnect, reclaim and restore Indo-Fijian history. FIJI GIRMIT FOUNDATION NEW ZEALAND has been formed six years ago, among other things, to regularly organize commemoration of Girmit in New Zealand and also become an advocacy organisation representing interest of Fiji Indians in New Zealand.

And we have been

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regularly marking 14 May as Girmit Remembrance Day and enhancing this knowledge not only in New Zealand but in Fiji Indian Diaspora.

Girmit Foundation is already gearing on to commemorate 140th Anniversary in Auckland on Friday 10 May, 2019.

They have a Chief Guest who really brings to reality the theme that Girmitiyas were ordinary people who did extraordinary things in extraordinary circumstances. Through their suffering-and vision they have been able to leave behind a legacy they can be proud of – one of their sons honoured their memories by being appointed New Zealand’s Governor General.

Yes, Sir Anand Satyanand will be our Chief Guest. A New Zealander lawyer, judge and ombudsman, he became our country’s 19th Governor General for five years from 2006 until 2011. On both sides of his family, his linkages are to Fiji and to India and he has continued to maintain them. Both sets of his grandparents came from different parts of

executive team, which is led by its youth Trustee, Krish Naidu, as President, assisted by Kirti Singh and Nikhil Kumar as Vice Presidents and Shiraaz Shah is Treasurer.

India (Uttar Pradesh and Ashfaaq Khan is the Andhra Pradesh) to Fiji Chairperson, with Anji under the Girmit system. Naidu as Marketing and Sir Anand has always been Communications Officer. proud to acknowledge The youthful team has this background. He Krishneel Prasad as is an excellent and Secretary, Radhika Priya eloquent speaker, and as his assistant, Param we are honoured to have Rana and Morisha Ali are a Girmiya grandson Advocacy and Community addressing us, who make Liaison, Ashwant Sahay all of us proud of the rich as executive member, Girmit legacy. and Radha Kanhai Speakers, among others, Reddy in the organising would include New Committee. The trustee Zealand politicians. The have full confident in this evening’s programme rejuvenated and youthful will remember sacrifices, team. progress and vision of our We are aware that forebears through oratory, there are at least five poems, quiz, music and other organisations in achievements of some New Zealand who will Girmitiyas and their commemorate this day. organisations. This will be Fiji Indians in Melbourne, a journey through memory Sydney and Brisbane will lane which will provide also rise up to remember exposure to a history that our Girmitiyas. has been stolen from us, As our people in Fiji, and remains yet to be told. Australia and New The Trustees of Girmit Zealand have taken lead, Foundation have also we Fiji Indians across the ventured on a culture world especially those in that is prevalent in NZ- Canada and USA, also the new generation, or need to commemorate the Millennials, like NZ PM, sacrifices of the pioneer taking the helm, and generation with solemnity driver’s seat. Therefore and sobriety on May 14, in this spirit, the older paying homage to those Trustee have passed on who laid their lives on the baton to younger the altar of sacrifice. I

urge religious, social and cultural organizations to undertake this mission at the community level annually and also appeal to individual families to offer prayers and recitals in their homes in memory of those whose lives were tragically lost.

Let us commemorate and celebrate their legacy and humanity. We call on all Fiji Indians, all children of girmit to rise on 14 May to remember and appreciate the sacrifices of our girmitiyas, and reclaim our heritage and history.

We are what they wanted us to be. In commemorating their memories, let us ignite that undying flame of desire and gratitude in our community, particularly in our children, that they are able to consciously and appreciatively inherit the legacy of the Girmitiyas – a legacy of struggle, endurance, resilience and achievement.

[About the Author: Thakur Ranjit Singh is a journalist, a blogger, a media commentator and former Publisher of Fiji’s Daily Post. He is A Founding Trustee of Fiji Girmit Foundation New Zealand.

He runs his blog site: FIJI PUNDIT, available at www.fijipundit. blogspot.co.nz]

‘GIRMIT’ Anniversary ‘GIRMIT’ In Fiji - 140th Anniversary

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By Sarat Maharaj

YES, it has been 140 years this year since YES, has been 140brought years this yearbysince the firstitIndians were to Fiji the the first Indians were brought to Fiji by British Colonialists from India. First boatthe British Colonialists from India.

First load arrived on 14 May 1879, hence the need arrived on 14For Maythose 1879,readers hence toboat-load remember this date. the need to remember this date.

For those who may not be familiar with this history, readers who may not be familiar with this well, here is just a brief excerpt from several history, well, here is just a brief excerpt books which have been written, many in from several books have been volumes.

That’s how it allwhich happened. written, many in volumes. That’s how it all When Britain formally colonised Fiji on 10 happened.

October 1874, they set-up a strategic plan Britain formally colonised on to When turn Fiji into an economic base forFiji self10 October 1874, they set-up a strategic sustainability. Most land at that time was planvirgin to turnforests.

Fiji intoBritain an economic baseSir for just appointed self-sustainability.

Most land at that time Arthur Gordon as governor of Fiji, who hired was(Colonial just virgin forests.

Britain appointed CSR Sugar Refinery) company of Sir Arthur Gordon as governor of Fiji, Australia to introduce sugarcane farming in who parts hiredofCSR many Fiji.(Colonial Sugar Refinery) company of Australia to introduce Arthur Gordon established that sugarcane farmingsoon in many parts of Fiji. clearing virgin forests and planting Arthur Gordon established that sugarcane was not soon something the native clearing virgin forests and planting Fijians could or would do successfully. sugarcane something the living native Fijians were was used not to their subsistence Fijians could or would do successfully. off the sea and some backyard gardening.

FijiansIndia wereat used living Since thatto their time subsistence was also under off the sea and some backyard gardening. the British colonial rule, Sir Arthur asked Since to India that time under Britain bringatIndians fromwas Indiaalso under an the British colonial rule, Sir Arthur asked ‘Indentured Labour Scheme’, a diplomatic Britain bring Indians an term for to ‘Slavery’.

First from lot ofIndia 463 under Indians ‘Indentured Labour Scheme’, a diplomatic arrived on vessel Leonidas in Levuka, the term for ‘Slavery’. first capital of Fiji. First lot of 463 Indians arrived on vessel Leonidas in Levuka, the Later, moreofthan first capital Fiji. 61,000 more Indians were brought in to work on the farms. The Later,made morethem thansign 61,000 more Indians British an agreement for were brought in to work on farms. five years, after which they couldthe chose to British madeif them sign an or agreement goThe back to India, they wished ‘if they for five years, little afterEnglish which atthey could could’.

Knowing that time, chose to go back to India, if they wished the Indians knew the word ‘Agreement’ ‘if they could’. asor‘Girmit’.

They Knowing were madelittle to English live in at that time, the Indians knew the word barracks/workers-camps, in tiny enclosures, ‘Agreement’ as ‘Girmit’. were made with no amenities.

DespiteThey the deplorable to live in barracks/workers-camps, in tiny

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living conditions and one-shilling a day enclosures, amenities.

Despite payment for awith 14-16nohour day’s hard work the deplorable living conditions and on the farms, most of these Indians onestill shilling a Some day payment a 14-16whilst hour prevailed. died fromfordiseases, day’s who hard questioned work on thethe farms, most of these many living & working Indians still prevailed.

Some died conditions, were either shot or hung byfrom the diseases, whilst many who with questioned Australian farm-overseers, no onethe to living &them. working conditions, question Today Fiji has were three either large shot or hungwith by sugar the Australian sugar mills, being the farmmain overseers, with no one to question them. export for Fiji.

Today Fiji has three large sugar mills, with As I being said in beginning, is a long sugar thethe main export foritFiji. and sad story told by many writers and As I said But, in thethose beginning, it is a long historians. who survived the and sad story told by many writers tyranny of the British regime, they and put historians.

But, those Fiji on the world map. who Our survived ancestors,the in tyranny of with the British regime, they and put cooperation our Fijian brothers Fiji on helped the world map. Fiji Ourinto ancestors, in sisters, transform a tolerant, cooperation with our Fijian brothers and multicultural and prosperous society. sisters, helped Fiji into aintolerant, ‘Girmit Day’ istransform commemorated Fiji on multicultural society.

14 May of eachand year, prosperous with mixed feelings ‘GirmittheDay’ is commemorated in Fiji the on across nation.

Here is a link where 14 May of each year, with mixed feelings late Prime Minister of Fiji, Ratu Mara has across thehis nation. is a link where the expressed viewsHere on 100th Anniversary late Prime Minister of Fiji, Ratu Mara has of ‘Girmit’: A centenary Anthology 1879– expressed his views on 100th Anniversary 1979 https://www.facebook.com/search/ of ‘Girmit’: A centenary Anthology 1879– top/?q=girmit%20global&epa=SEARCH_ 1979 Ratu https://www.facebook.com/search/ BOX. Mara further emphaises the fact top/?q=girmit%20global&epa=SEARCH_ that Indians helped develop to what Fiji is BOX. Those Ratu Mara further emphaises today. are his words, not mine.the fact that Indians helped develop to what is The ‘Girmitiyas’ are proud to Fiji have today.

Those are his words, not mine. contributed extensively in gaining The ‘Girmitiyas’ are within proud 91 to years have independence for Fiji contributed extensively in gaining of their arrival, under duress. Not many independence for Fiji within 91 years of their colonised nations can claim this record. arrival,Indo-Fijians under duress.

Not many colonised Former now living in Australia, nations can claim Former New Zealand, as wellthis as inrecord. many parts of Indo-Fijians now living in Australia, New the world continue to commemorate ‘Girmit Zealand, as well the as in many parts of of our the Day’ to cherish achievements world continue to commemorate ‘Girmit forbearers.

Day’ to cherish thea achievements of our Fiji has produced host of outstanding forbearers. in all fields of education. professionals Fiji has a host of outstanding People likeproduced late Dr Braham Nand Singh, a professionals in all fields of education.

People like late UCLA Dr Braham Nand Singh, world renowned Cardiologist, and Sir aSatyanand world renowned UCLA Cardiologist, Anand, the Governor General of and Satyanand Anand, the NewSir Zealand from 2006-2011, areGovernor decedents General New Zealand from 2006-2011, of the soof called ‘Girmitiyas’.

Thousands are decedents of the so calledIndians ‘Girmitiyas’. more of the 3rd generation (IndoThousands more of the 3rd generation Fijians) and beyond have reached worldIndians (Indo-Fijians) and beyond have class standards and hold distinguished reached world-class positions across the globe.standards They are and very hold distinguished positions across the well respected by governments of every globe.

They are very well respected by country they now live in. governments of every country they now Though live in. a large number of Indo-Fijians now live abroad, we continue to be connected Though largebirth number of Indo-Fijians nowor with Fiji,a our place.

Any disaster live abroad, we continue to be connected

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with Fiji, ourinbirth disastertoorus, difficulties Fiji isplace. alwaysAny a concern difficulties in Fiji is always a concern to us,& and while we may be abroad, our hearts and while we may be abroad, our hearts thoughts are always for the welfare of&all thoughts areFiji. always for the welfare of all citizens of During crisis, we mobilise citizens of Fiji.

During crisis, we mobilise our respective networks to render whatever our respective to render assistance wenetworks can. Some of uswhatever left Fiji assistance we can.

Some of us upheavals, left Fiji following a series of political following a series political upheavals, but we have quicklyofput that behind us, and but we have quickly put that behind us, andin continue to provide professional service continue to provide service in many areas of need professional to one and all. many areas of need to one and all.

Here is another link on history of Indians Here link on history of Indians in Fiji:is another http://girmit.org/.

Till next time, Ni inSaFiji: http://girmit.org/.

Till next time, Ni Moce.

Sa Moce.

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Health

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Home Remedies for Dry, Scaly and Calluses feet and feet

Nimisha Modi

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HEY Girls, don’t let winter get the best of your skin. The cold, arid weather can zap moisture, leaving you with chapped hands and dry feet.

Make a little “me” time in the morning and evening to try this soft hands and feet makeover.

Your skin will be silky smooth day-byday. Follow any one of treatment according to situation.

Cure for Dry skin on hand and feet:

Prep Your Skin: Start by soaking in the bathtub.

Make sure your feet and hands are submerged for at least five minutes.

Let the warm water dilate your pores and soothe your dry skin.

If your feet are rough, gently smooth the rough areas with a pumice stone to remove dry, ragged skin and reveal newer, fresh, more hydrated cells.

After your soak, towel

off lightly, leaving your feet slightly damp. Adding moisturizers to damp skin helps the products to absorb more than it would normally.

Soft Hands and Feet: Choose an all-natural moisturizer for deep skin penetration.

If you want smooth skin and need to reduce skin inflammation use almond or jojoba oil.

Dab the oil on a cotton ball. Slowly rub the cotton over the soles of your feet.

Work your way around each toe and over the top of each foot.

Dab extra oil on the toenails and cuticles to hydrate and moisturize the nail beds.

Work the oil into your hands the same way, starting with the top of each hand.

Pay close attention to the knuckles, making sure the oil penetrates the skin, leaving you with soft hands.

Let the Oils Work In the morning, shower and gently scrub away any residual oil.

Cure Scaly skin on Hands and Feet:-

Few simple steps and the use of a common beauty product can cure this condition on the hands and feet to prevent future occurrences.

The first thing you want to do is soften the skin.

You'll also need a pumice stone, petroleum jelly, a pair of cotton socks and cotton gloves.

After your evening shower and while your hands and feet are still soft and damp, slather them with petroleum jelly and slip on the socks and gloves.

Allow the jelly to penetrate overnight. In the morning, begin with your hands.

Remove the gloves and rinse your hands under warm water, rubbing them with a rough washcloth.

This will remove the dead scaly skin and leave moisturized new skin on your hands. To maintain this effect you can apply petroleum jelly with gloves after every shower.

For your feet, you can

afford to give a little more time for the removal of scaly skin, which may have built up on your heels and the balls of your feet and begun to crack. Wash your feet with warm water and use a wet pumice stone to slough off the dead, dry skin.

Once you›ve removed all the loosened skin, apply a thin coat of petroleum jelly and socks to wear throughout the day.

This may be a little uncomfortable, but the heat of the socks and your shoes throughout the day will allow the petroleum jelly to penetrate and soften the rough, dead skin.

When you remove your shoes and socks and take a shower, your feet will be a little softer and it will be a little easier to scrub the dry and scaly areas away.

For prevention of scaly skin, use the petroleum jelly treatments on your hands and feet as often as necessary.

Removing Calluses Basics:-

Start with a Soak, before you start rubbing

away at those stubborn calluses, soften them with a soak. This is especially important for rock-hard foot calluses. While there is an abundance of soak tubs on the market, you can get the same results from items that you already have in your home.

All you need is a plastic tub, piping-hot water, 1tbs lemon juice, 1 tbs cream milk, bath salts, plastic food wrap and cotton socks. Fill a tub with hot water and the bath salts, making sure to mix everything together well.

Place your feet or hands in the tub before the water starts to cool and find a comfortable position.

Leave your hands or feet in the tub for 15 minutes.

Dry your hands or feet with a towel before removing the calluses. After softening them with a soak, you’ll find callus removal much easier. Gently rub at your calluses with a pumice stone to shave down your calluses.

If you aren’t making as much progress as you’d like, you can use the popular Ped Egg with

replacement blades, which comes with progressively finer pads for thorough callus removal, use little at a time, please don’t do over.

Finally, consult a physician if you can’t get rid of your calluses yourself, or if you have medical problems like diabetes or poor circulation.

Removing calluses is a chore, so your best bet is to preventative maintenance measures.

After you work extensively with your hands, wash them, apply a softening, moisturizing lotion.

Use a foot moisturizing cream after every bath.

For feet with chronic callusing problems, apply foot lotion before bed, and afterwards wrap your feet with plastic wrap and wear some cotton socks for overnight.

When you take off them in the morning, your feet will feel soft and supple.

I Hope this will helps you.

Keep reading and enjoy your day.

See you next month.

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FibroScan is a quick, painless, noninvasive assessment of potential damage/ fibrosis to the liver. FibroScan is a type of ultrasound and is safe for most people. It can replace liver biopsy which is a painful and longer procedure.

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Your doctor can refer you for a FibroScan by contacting the Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland (ECCQ) on 07 3255 1540 ext 214 or email: referrals@eccq. com.au Your doctor will receive the results on the day of the test and you will get the result at your next visit with your GP. Further information If you need further information about FibroScan please contact ECCQ on 07 3255 1540 or email health@eccq.com.au In Cairns, please contact: Rhondda Lewis, Viral Hepatitis Health Practitioner. Direct Phone: 07 4226 4761. Rhondda.Lewis@ health.qld.gov.au

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IVI to trial pilot project with startup on new solutions to eye care INDIA Vision Institute (IVI), an NGO working to provide access to vision screening to the underprivileged and helping prevent avoidable blindness across India, today launched a pilot project with DOT Glasses, a young startup company, to trial innovative, low-end prescription eyeglasses, which could revolutionise vision care delivery.

“The project has the potential to make a real difference to delivering vision care, especially to disadvantaged communities in remote corners of India,” said IVI CEO Vinod Daniel.

“With our reach and experience of work across India since 2012, the project can become a real and powerful tool – with on-thespot delivery of eyeglasses to tackle vision impairment.”

“The project can provide a simple solution to the problem of vision impairment, especially among inaccessible rural communities, through a technology designed by Mercedes Benz,” Mr Daniel noted.

India is among the ten most affected countries afflicted with the problem of vision impairment. Many have unsuccessfully tried to solve or eliminate the problem so

far.

“DOT Glasses offers simple solutions. It’s a new paradigm in eye care.

Our glasses are lowcost and robust in design, yet fashionable enough to make spectacles wearable,” said Philip Staehelin, CEO & Founder, DOT Glasses.

The startup aims at largescale production of its patented, one-size-fits-all eyeglass frames.

These frames, together with a “transformational lens concept” and proprietary vision testing tools, can revolutionise access to eye glasses in the remotest corners of the world, according to Mr Staehelin.

“This technology will be a win-win for all. With its reach to the far-flung corners and communities of India, IVI is uniquely placed to help with

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the trial of the project, which when commercialised, will attempt to solve the world’s vision problem,” he added.

“The DOT Glasses vision kit is a patented, snaptogether, adjustable frame designed by MBtech, the result of a collaboration between Mercedez Benz and AKKA Technologies, and brings a fresh and functional approach to our product,” Mr Staehelin noted.

India Vision Institute (IVI) is an independent, notfor-profit registered trust established in 2012.

It is focused on supporting and promoting eye health awareness, research, education and technological development in Indian Optometry to advance capacity in vision correction, and prevention of eye disease and blindness (www. indiavisioninstitute.org).

Who, What, Where, When…

The Koonjah Family from Mauritius being blessed By Dharam Guru Acharya Pt Ram Harsh Tripathi Ji at Shree Vishnu Maya Mandir.

Dharam Guru Maa Mrs Asha Tripathi blessing the newly wedded Mr & Mrs Parvesh & Asham Koonjah at Shree Vishnu Maya Mandir.

Zach Davis Hancock and Umesh Chandra with the weekly Election round in the studios of Australian Indian Radio

LNP candidate ,Paul Scarr discusses key election issues with Umesh Chandra

Angela Owen – Candidate for Moreton – key issues and her plans for electorate

Jan Pukallus CEC senate candidate with the “bail –In” proposition

Jimi Nathu in AIR studios, with Sushendra Singh and DJ Desi (NZ) Jimi Nathu had a very entertaining show in Anerley

Prabhu Nand Kishor of ISCKON discusses 2019 Rath Yatra , BIT and AIR have been supporting Rath Yatra for quite some time.

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Real Estate News

Historic rate cut coming: Experts

By Sophie Foster

Homeowners are set to be big winners, with a historic rate cut now on the cards, according to experts.

The odds have shortened dramatically for the first time in three years, with the latest Finder RBA Cash Rate survey finding one in four experts expect a rate cut as soon as tomorrow, while the vast majority (84 per cent) believe this will happen within three months.

A 25 basis point cut would make the cash rate target 1.25 per cent, a historic low for Australia, with the last move having been in August 2016 to 1.5 per cent.

But that low could go even further, according to the survey, with three-quarters of experts (73 per cent) predicting an unprecedented 1 per cent cash rate come

year end.

The Federal Election was the only thing standing in the way of a rate cut come Tuesday, according to IFM Investors chief economist Alex Joiner.

“This is the first ‘live’ meeting for the RBA for some time.

However, the timing of the Federal election does give rise to the prospect of (a cut) being politicised, which may be awkward for the (Reserve) Bank”.

This as fears over flat inflation and a weak housing market muddy the waters for the RBA board, which would hit a record 30 meetings in a row of not moving on rates come Tuesday.

Finder insights manager Graham Cooke said latest 0 per cent inflation results could “have far-reaching

implications for our economy” and be a “huge worry” for the RBA whose inflation target was between 2 per cent and 3 per cent.

“A quick rate cut would be the textbook way to stimulate the economy — but the general trend here suggests they will wait until after the election, and pass on a cut in June,” he said.

“Irrespective of May’s decision, the majority of experts (84 per cent) expect at least one cut by August and many expect another cut after that — meaning a cash rate of 1 per cent is in sight.”

Mr Cooke said there had been a “dramatic shift” in expert opinion from 90 per cent last year believing there would be a cash rate hike come the end of 2019 to just 8 per cent expecting that now.

The Sayed family call Brookwater home

THE sprawling green fields of the Brookwater Golf Course are a long way from frosty English winter mornings, but the Sayed family wouldn’t have it any other way.

Akhtar and Lubna Sayed along with their three children, Azraq (17), Uzayr (10) and Ayra (8) immigrated to Australia four years ago in search of warmer weather and better education.

The family are now happily settled and living their dream life in the beautiful Greater Springfield suburb of Brookwater.

Mr Sayed said the experience of living in such a close-knit community had exceeded all expectations and the whole family were excited to live in the epicentre of such a major growth centre.

“We lived in Darlington but

decided to move because we wanted to experience a different lifestyle and also provide our children with more educational opportunities,” Mr Sayed.

“Brookwater is a very culturally diverse area and well maintained. It is surrounded by various accessible services such as a nearby Woolworths, restaurants, parks, the increasingly popular Orion shopping centre and Orion Lagoon.

“Transport is also a useful feature - there are buses and the Springfield Central train station makes moving into the city easier.”

Mr Sayed is self-employed and manages his brother-inlaw’s dental clinic where his wife also works as a dentist.

The family also regularly participate in Brookwater community events and said they could see how popular the area was becoming.

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“Brookwater will be one of the most popular residential areas in the growing learning city of Greater Springfield,” Mr Sayed said.

“Brookwater is a wonderful suburb in which areas of the community are also quite close - there are also frequent events held including movie nights, Easter egg hunts, Christmas events.

“We as residents get to enjoy the exceptional wellbeing sessions as well such as yoga groups, walking groups, tennis court.

“Security is also an increasing aspect which is becoming more and more integrated into the area and the people in the community look out for each other.”

Brookwater residents can now experience a range of free community events including Yoga on The Green, cooking classes and design workshops.

The tide has turned for rates, with the majority of experts predicting a cut within the next three months and another to come before year end.

“If we don’t get a cut on Tuesday, it’s incredibly likely we will see one within the next three months. If the banks follow suit, this could be great news for borrowers because it means the cost

of borrowing will become cheaper.”

He said homeowners should be looking for rates with a “3” in front of it.

Housing affordability

was among the key issues floating this election, with Finder’s Economic Sentiment Tracker seeing positive sentiment on that drop to its lowest level since August 2018 (39 per cent).

Real Estate Institute launches Federal Election campaign COINCIDING with the calling of the 2019 Election the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has launched a campaign to give its members and the property sector a voice.

“The campaign will ensure that the issues relating to the taxation of property are an integral part of the campaign and that all political parties, candidates and, importantly voters know the consequences of the Opposition’s policy on negative gearing and capital gains tax,” REIA President Adrian Kelly said.

“If elected, Labor’s policy will: abolish negative gearing from 1 January 2020 on further purchases of established investment property; halve the Capital

economy.

“REIA is coordinating the industry’s response to the threat posed by the proposed changes and has launched a social media campaign during the election across all real Gains Tax exemption estate networks providing from 50 per cent to 25 per enormous reach into the cent from the same date, Australian electorate. claims Australasia’s best auctioneer title and:Kiwi grandfather negative Campaign content released gearing on existing property this week has already investments.

After a tight competition the Australasian Real half Estate reached more than a Institu million Australians.”

Andrew North of New “REIA is concerned aboutZealand at a gala dinner at the Mariti the adverse economic “Our industry makes a impacts policy would huge contribution to the Real the Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) President Malcolm have,of particularly during a economy does four y New Zealand (REINZ), who stageand the REIA event every property market downturn. not want to see economic The policy, if adopted, will growth put at risk by the “The standard has lifted to another level again this year and have negative impacts on proposal,” concluded Mr rivalry,” Gunning said.

Kelly. mumKiwi and dad Mr investors, home owners, renters, You can join the campaign is the second time Andrew North has takenand home the the “This construction industry, at Facebook, Twitter won in 2014.

He isInstagram. a well deserving winner who dem statehaving governments and the was a very tight competition.”

After a 16-year career Mr North said he would down his gav REINZ National Real Estate Auctioneer of the Year title and Year.

Mr Gunning paid tribute to the finalists, Bronte Manuel repr Brown of the Australian Capital Territory, and John Bowring mentors.

“Auctioneering is special part of our profession and it is won where older and experienced auctioneers really get behind

“This is a key reason why the standard continues to rise. It’ excel in the theirRBA profession,” Mrdecided Gunningto said.

In the lead up to the federal election has again leave the

official cash rate unchanged at 1.5%. I’d like to share some thoughts on why “The competitors were judged by experienced auctioneers it has made this decision. competition, arerates excluded from other's auction Only twice before has the RBA electedfinalists to drop during aneach election campaign and on both those occasions the incumbent governing party “Auctions provide an important alternative for sellers lost the election. Despite inflation falling below its target range ofoption 2-3%, are concerns conductedaround jointly byrising the Real Estate Institute of New Ze continued falls in house prices, home loan arrears in response the art of conducting an auction.” levels, a borrowing squeeze in to the Banking Royal Commission and slow wages growth it appears the RBA has elected to allow the federal election to run its course before intervening.

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Community Announcement...

HINDI CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP - Come and worship with us at Merthyr Uniting Church 52 Merthyr Church, New Farm.

From: 2.30pm. Last Sunday of every month.

Contact: Krishna 0451 270 314 Irene 0414 962 132

Weekly Events...

Mondays…

Brahma Kumaris Australia – Meditation & Positive Thinking Sessions – Mondays 10.30am to 11.30am: Regular meditation should improve your ability to focus and think clearly. By practising mediations which cultivate our ability to sense and care for our natural energy we are able to live life with greater awareness and confidence.

Each class includes guided meditations, discussions, short talks and the introduction and practice of techniques. Each session is a different topic. Meditation sessions Tuesdays 6.30pm to 7.30 pm and Sundays 5.30pm to 6.30pm. During these sessions there will be meditation commentaries, music and periods of silence. You can come and go at any time during these sessions. Venue: 27 Bordeaux Parade, Mermaid Waters. Please phone to register – 5575 2126. Email goldcoast@ au.brahmakumaris.org or visit www. brahmakumaris.org/au/whatson for more information Brisbane Good Samaritan Prayer Fellowship (Malayam Service) – Congregation on every Sunday from 10am to 12pm at Stafford Scouts, 38 Appleby Road, Stafford, Qld 4053.

For further information contact 0468 358 646 or 0411 269 322. Come and hear the message of your eternal life, GOD BLESS Picabeen Community Centre – you’re invited to playgroup! – For parents with children aged 0-5 years from all cultures and backgrounds. Come along and meet families from all backgrounds in your community.

Every Monday (Except public holidays) 10am – 12pm. Picabeen Community Centre, 22 Hoben Street, Mitchelton Qld. Phone 3354 2555 Zi Za Dong Zen Association – Energy Healing to improve health and well beings – ZZDZ Assn. Inc is a not for profit charity foundation based in Brisbane. Focusing on energy healing named Qi Gong through meditation, it provides free energy healing sessions and guidance. Practicing Qi Gong will encourage you to achieve a positive outlook on life, by helping to reduce stress and calm your mind. It also increases vitality, enhances your immune system and helps to eliminate negative attitudes and behaviours. Session Times & Locations: Mondays-Thursday & Saturday 9am – 12pm at 10 Cognac Court, Calamvale. Thursday afternoon (except 1st week) 3.30pm – 6pm at Sunnybank Hills Shoppingtown Library. 67 Level 2, Cnr Calam & Compton Road. Friday afternoon 2pm-5pm at Logan West Library – 69 Grand Plaza Drive, Brown Plains. For more

information email zzdz.aus@gmail.com or visit www.zzdz.org.au

Tuesdays…

Ramayan Recital and Satsang. From 7.00pm at Sanatan Qld Centre (SSDHAQ), 550 Wembley Road, Berrinba Qld.).

Shree Sanatan Dharam Hindu Association of QLD invites devotees to weekly Ramayan Katha. Held at Sanatan Qld Centre, 550 Wembley Road, Berrinba every Tuesday, from 7pm. All welcome to participate in the recital of the Ramayan. Furter enquiries ssdhaq@gmail.com

Wednesdays…

Brisbane Good Samaritan Prayer Fellowship (Malayam Service) – Cottage Meeting on every Wednesday from 6.30pm to 8pm at Stafford Scouts, 38 Appleby Road, Stafford, Qld 4053. For further information contact 0468 358 646 or 0411 269 322. Come and hear the message of your eternal life, GOD BLESS The Mantra Room – Live Kirtan – Spend an evening of sacred Yoga chant with Gayatri, Ishvara, Jayadharma and friends Fridays 6pm, Sundays 5pm and Wednesdays 7pm at Australian School of Meditation & Yoga, 236 Montague Road, West End. Amazing Vego Food $5. Come celebrate, meditate and let the music set you free. For more information call 3844 8441 or email brisbane@asm.org.au

Thursdays…

Sai Baba Aarti Program – Every Thursday 7.30pm – Virginia State School, 1678 Sandgate Road, Virginia (next to Virginia Train Station) Aarti & Archana opportunity for all attendees, Prasad & Dinner provided. Enquiries call 0405 392 793 / saibababrisbane@gmail.com / Like on Facebook www.facebook.com/ SaiBabaBrisbane

Sundays…

Arya Pratinidhi Sabha of Qld Inc – Vedic Yaj (Havan) – The Sabha performs Havan Yaj every Sunday from 2-4pm at Queensland Vedic Cultural Centre, 198 Learoyd Rd, Willawong and the public is welcome to be part of it. The members of public now can perform Havan Yaj at the centre. The fee of $50 is required for use of centre facilities to cover operating costs. The Havan Kund, utensils are available for use as well The Havan ingredients can be supplied if you are unable to get them. Mango sticks, Ghee, Samagri, Chamfor etc is available at the centre as well for $25. The seating capacity of the Yajshalla (Havan Hall) is 100. Contact Vice President Mrs Sushila Pathik for further information and bookings on 3314 6059. Contact Jitendra Deo 3263 1914 or Hari Chand 3345 4716 or visit www.aryasamajqueensland.com for further information.

Australian Pentecostal Assembly Brisbane – Sunday Worship every Sunday 9am-11.30am at 84 The Community Place, 84 Kedron Park Road, Wooloowin Qld with Pastor Prakash Jacob. Cottage Meeting every Tuesday 7.30pm-9pm / Kids Bible Study every Friday 7pm-7.45pm / Intercessory Prayer every Friday 7.45-9pm. Worship in Hindi, English, Malayalam and other Indian Languages. For more information Phone 07 3315 5597 / 0413 347 562 or email info@apabrisbane.com.au / www.apabrisbane.com.au Bala Samskar Kendra – Hindu Scripture Classes for Children – The aim of Bala Samskar Kendra (BSK) is to provide an opportunity to the children to learn about rich Hindu culture through value based education from various Hindu scriptures and let them gain self-confidence and grow up in to individuals who are proud of their tradition.

Every Sunday 2:30pm-5pm at Sunnybank State High School, Sunnybank (use Turton Street entrance). Contact bskqld@live.com. au / Hari 0411 137 396 / Krrishna 0411 776 509 / Ram 0416 813 747 Brisbane Multinational Church Service – Every Sunday 9.30am at 757 Gympie Road Lawnton. Come and join us for a great time of Praise and Worship plus inspired preaching of God’s word. We thrive for the presence of God and are passionate to see people be trained up and grow in the knowledge of the word of God. Special service time to pray for healing, deliverance and other spiritual needs. Enquiries 0424 1802 40.

Star Christian Church – Clontarf Beach State School Hall. Every Sunday – Morning Service at 9.30am. Evening Service at 5pm.

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Monthly Events...

Hindu Cultural Hub (HCB) at Clayfield – Monthly Cultural congregation – Bar-Jai Community Hall, 178 Alexandra Road, Clayfield Qld 4011. Pooja by Hindu Priest, Bajan and Kirtan by devotees, monthly religious updates / guest speakers on spiritual (or) yoga techniques. Prasatham with vegetarian dinner served. For more details contact 0469 016 416 or visit www. hinduculturalhub.org The John Oxley District Orchid Society – Meeting – We pride ourselves on being a friendly Society and new members and guests are always welcome at our meetings held on the second Wednesday of each month starting at 7.30pm. Venue is Oxley Bowls Club, 24-30 Englefield Road, Oxley. Please contact Sonia Addison 3277 5825 or jodosinc@hotmail.com for more information The Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Association – Gold Coast Bhajan – monthly Bhajans held every third Friday of the month starting at 7.15am at the Helensvale Community Centre - 31 Discovery Rd, Helensvale. Activities include Bhajan recitals, short educational presentations and free vegetarian dinner.

All are cordially invited to attend. For further information please contact Director/ Religious Activities, Mr S Barataraj on 0417 588 839 or gchcan@gmail.com or visit www. goldcoasthindu.org Organization of Hindu Malayalees Queensland (OHM Queensland) – Monthly Bhajans held every first Saturday of Malayalam calendar. Activities include Bhajans, Malayalam Class, Library service, religious short educational presentations, vegetarian dinner etc. For further information please contact President Krishnan AK on 0418 727 570 or ohmqueensland@gmail.com Shirdi Sai Sansthan Brisbane Ltd – Shirdi Saibaba Bhajans and Aaratis – last Saturday every month. 5.30pm at Runcorn Heights State School, 200 Nemies Road, Runcorn Qld 4113. Dhoop Aarati, Bhajans, Ashtotaram, Shej Aarati and Mahaprasad at 7.40pm. For more details contact 0416 813 747 or 0479 143 724 – visit www.shirdisaibrisbane.org or follow on facebook Shirdi sai baba Brisbane Mata Amritananadamayi Centre – Brisbane: Regular Satsangs are held at 32 Burnside Crescent, Westlake on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at 4 pm. Spiritual chanting, singing, reading and Arati are followed by a prasad meal. Sri Lalitha Sahasranamavali chanting takes place at the Sri Selva Vinayakar Kovil at South Maclean on the 3rd Sunday of each month at 10:30 am. Register your interest for IAM Meditation courses. www.ammaaustralia. org.au; facebook: Amma Brisbane Satsang.

Contact: brisbane@ammaaustralia.org.au; ph: 07 3715 8278 Sri Selva Vinayakar Koyil (Ganesha Temple) Brisbane (South Maclean) – For full list of upcoming events please visit www. sriselvavinayakar.org Yoga in Daily Life – Satsang and Full Moon Meditation – Satsang every last Saturday of the Month from 5-7pm with Rajastani Bhajans, meditation & Prasad. Purnima Full Moon Meditation from 7:45pm - 8:30pm (see our website for dates). Regular daily Yoga & Meditation Classes. Shiv Mandir is open daily for Darsan. Website: yidlbris.org, Email: brisbane@yogaindailylife.org

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Cyclone Fani Toll Rises To 35 In Odisha, Lakhs Still Without Water And Electricity Demanding immediate supply of drinking water, thousands of demonstrators staged road blockade at around half-a-dozen locations including Patia, Biju Patnaik Chhak and Rasulgarh today, a police official said.

By All India, Press Trust of India

BHUBANESWAR: The death toll due to Cyclone Fani rose to 35 in Odisha today, as lakhs of people still grapple with water shortage and snapped power supply, three days after the storm barrelled through the coastal parts of the state, an official said.

A total of 21 people died in Puri, four deaths each were reported from Mayurbhanj and Jajpur, and three each in Cuttack and Kendrapara, Special Relief Commissioner (SRC), BP Sethi, said, adding at least 160 people were admitted to hospitals in Puri district with injuries.

Unable to get water, groups of angry residents hit the streets at several places in the state capital.

Demanding immediate supply of drinking water, thousands of demonstrators staged road blockade at around half-a-dozen locations including Patia, Biju Patnaik Chhak and Rasulgarh today, a police official said.

With Cyclone Fani severely damaging the power infrastructure, a host of key sectors including banking services came to a halt with long queues outside ATMs and petrol pumps, while patient care in hospitals and

works in private and government offices remained paralysed.

Energy Secretary Hemant Sharma, who had earlier claimed that power supply would be restored in most areas of Bhubaneswar soon, said at least 10,000 manpower are required for quick restoration work, but the government at present only has 1,000 men at its disposal.

While 25 per cent of consumers will get electricity in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, restoration of power supply in Puri will take a long time in view of massive damage caused to the power infrastructure, he said, adding more than 30 lakh power consumers were hit by the cyclone.

The state government today revamped the administration in some districts by replacing the collectors with new officials.

As many as 1,031 public health facilities have been damaged in the cyclone, while 5,244 primary school buildings and 547 secondary school buildings were also badly affected, the SRC said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted an aerial survey of the worst-hit Puri district and adjoining areas and announced

Almost 1 million people from Odisha were evacuated to temporary shelters hours before the cyclone. (File photo).

Rs. 1,000 crore financial assistance for immediate relief and restoration works.

PM Modi, who reviewed the situation at a high-level meeting with Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and senior officials, also mooted a long-term disaster mitigation plan for all the coastal states which are vulnerable to such calamities.

The Centre will also provide Rs. 2 lakh for

the families of the deceased and Rs. 50,000 for those injured in the storm.

In the review meeting, Mr Patnaik submitted an interim memorandum to the Prime Minister seeking an assistance of Rs. 17,000 crore and reiterated the demand for according special category status to Odisha in view of it being a victim of frequent natural calamities.

Elections 2019-"Take Money From Other Parties, But Vote For AAP": Arvind Kejriwal

By All India, Press Trust of India

NEW DELHI: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal today asked people not to deny money given to them by other political parties, but vote for the Aam Aadmi Party.

"On the night of election, do they (other political parties) come to give money or not?" he asked, without making any mention if the BJP or Congress.

"What will you do? Take it, don't deny it, but vote for jhadu (broom, AAP''s election symbol)," the AAP chief said at a roadshow today.

Mr Kejriwal has made a similar comment

in the past because of which following he had been issued a notice by the Election Commission.

The roadshow come two days after he was slapped by a man in New Delhi constituency.

With a week to go for the elections in Delhi, the AAP has intensified its campaigning by holding multiple roadshows with Mr Kejriwal and adding star power to its campaign with Gujarat legislatorJignesh Mevani and actor-politician Prakash Raj. "Take the money, don't deny it, but vote for jhadu," Arvind Kejriwal said at a roadshow today.

Naveen Patnaik Donates One Year's Salary For Relief Measures In State The restoration of power connectivity in Bhubaneswar, Puri remains one of the challenges for the state.

By Aditi Ghosh, All India

ODISHA Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Monday donated a year's salary to the chief minister relief fund in view of Cyclone Fani which has caused unprecedented damage in the state.

In a meeting chaired by Cabinet Secretary PK Sinha, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) also announced a release of Rs. 1,000 crore for relief measures in the state.

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to the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF).

"Power connectivity needs to be restored on a priority basis as drinking water supply, telephone connectivity and banking operations need electricity," said Cabinet Secretary Sinha.

The restoration of power connectivity in Bhubaneswar and Puri remains one of the challenges for the state.

The National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET), which was postponed in the state, will now be held on May 20.

If all goes well...: Mayawati hints at PM ambition

AMBEDKAR NAGAR: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president Mayawati has indicated that if she gets a chance to become the Prime Minister, she will contest the Lok Sabha election from Ambedkar Nagar. "If all goes well, I may have to seek election form here because the road to national politics passes through Ambedkar Nagar," she said.

Mayawati has won the Lok Sabha elections from Ambedkar Nagar four times - 1989, 1998, 1999 and 2004. Addressing a rally in Ambedkar Nagar in the backdrop of her cut-out in which she is seen standing outside Parliament, Mayawati said that the era of 'Namo Namo' was over and time had come for those who chant 'Jai Bhim'.

Meanwhile, reacting to Modi's speech at an election rally in Pratapgarh on Saturday in which he alleged that the Samajwadi Party was 'going soft' on the Congress, as opposed to the BSP which was attacking the grand old party, Mayawati said the "frustrated" leaders of the BJP including PM Narendra Modi were trying to create fissures in the SP-BSP alliance in Uttar Pradesh.

"The BJP is frustrated and is trying to

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The state will also vote in the remaining two phases on May 12 and 19.

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Punjabi Sports Club has won the Sikh Games soccer championship a record nine times NEWFARM Punjabi Sports Club Brisbane (more commonly known as Newfarm) is arguably one of the most successful Punjabi soccer clubs in Australia.

Their men’s open football team has taken part in the Football Brisbane League, while many of the club’s players have competed at the state level and have played in the Brisbane Premier League.

In a sheer dominance, their men's team has won the Australian Sikh Games’ soccer championship a record ninth time this year.

The team has been winning the championship for the past four consecutive years.

While their Under-15 team finished runners- up, the women’s team emerged victorious at the recently concluded 32nd edition of the Sikh Games in Melbourne.

Newfarm has won the Australian Sikh Games’ soccer championship a record nine times.

Club president Mr. Dosanjh told SBS Punjabi that many families are associated with NPSC who actively participate in its sporting and cultural initiatives.

“Newfarm derives from a tradition made more than 35 years ago,” said Mr Dosanjh.

“It started in 1982 when a group of Indian (Punjabi) friends who wanted to get together on a weekly basis began playing football

at New Farm Park every Saturday."

“This tradition continued for numerous years and in turn, the club started growing and now has a full committee comprising seven professional and experienced individuals from both the private and business sectors who volunteer their time to run this great club.”

Mr Dosanjh told SBS Punjabi that the Newfarm

is becoming increasingly important to the community and has emerged as an important organisation that supports cultural development through sports for the Punjabi Sikh Community of Brisbane.

“Today NPSC takes part in numerous sporting events & cultural activities throughout Australia,” he said.

“Our main focus is soccer

but we do invest in the cricket as well. The club consists of two open men’s and women’s football teams and we also have teams in different age groups including U17, U15, U13, U10 boys’ teams.

Mr Dosanjh said that in the recent years the club has actively recruited overseas students to promote their integration within the local Australian and

Sikh community through sporting and cultural activities.

“This has also included financial assistance provided to student players such as training gear, travel and accommodation,” he added.

Newfarm aims to continue to grow and thrive in the community at both sporting and cultural levels.

Cricket Australia’s 2019-20 cricket schedule unveiled

By JACOB KURIYPE, Fox Sports

THE Australian cricket summer as you know it has been turned on its head with an away series locked in for January amid a two-month home hiatus.

CA released its international home itinerary on Tuesday, which includes a two-month gap in which the men’s team will not play a match in Australia.

It will take on New Zealand in the last of three Tests in early January and the first of three ODIs on March 13.

CA had pencilled in the Chappell-Hadlee ODI series to take place in January, only for India’s cricket board to insist its Australian counterpart honoured the Future Tours Program agreed upon last June. As such, Australia is set to play a three-match ODI series in India in January.

“Scheduling international cricket is challenging in that nine of the ten major cricketing countries have seasons similar to ours, so working with them to find space in the calendar to fulfil our obligations to the

ICC Future Tours Program is a juggling act,” CA head of operations Peter Roach said in a press release on Tuesday.

“The long-range Future Tours Program had three separate limited-overs series scheduled between India, New Zealand and Australia.

When the countries started working through the detail, it was clear that there was not enough space for each series at the proposed times.

“Cricket Australia took the position that while January was our preference for these ODI matches, there are times we need to honor our commitments to work in the greater context of international cricket scheduling.

“We evaluated different options for an alternative and saw the most value in the March opportunity to extend our window in the traditional cricket season.”

Among the other major talking points to emerge from the schedule were confirmation there will be two day-night Tests this summer and a Twenty20 on the night of the Melbourne

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Cup. Australia’s men’s team will begin its home season on October 27 with the first of three Twenty20s against Sri Lanka, before another three-match T20 series against Pakistan.

The penultimate game against Pakistan will take place at Canberra’s Manuka Oval on the night of the Melbourne Cup. Shunted towards the end of the home season last summer, the Gabba will host the first Test of the summer between Australia and Pakistan, starting November 21, before the two-match series wraps up with a day-night affair at Adelaide Oval, staring November 29.

Perth Stadium will then host its maiden pink ball Test as Australia hosts New Zealand for three Tests, starting December 12.

The Black Caps will then venture to Melbourne and Sydney for the traditional Boxing Day and New Years Tests before returning two months later for the ODI series.

Two of three ODIs will take

place at the Sydney Cricket Ground before the series wraps up in Hobart. Given the start of NRL season will coincide with the first two ODIs, the SCG’s ground staff will be up against it to keep every code happy.

As was the case last year, Australia’s women’s team will raise the curtain for the summer of cricket, facing Sri Lanka in three Twenty20s and three onedayers between September 29 and October 9.

Meg Lanning’s team will next be in action in a January-February T20 triseries against England and India, which shapes up as crucial preparation for its World Twenty20 campaign, starting February 21.

2019-20 International Season in Australia Australia women v Sri Lanka, T20I series: September 29, 2:30pm at North Sydney Oval; September 30, 7pm at North Sydney Oval; October 2, 2pm at North Sydney Oval.

Australia women v Sri Lanka, ODI series: October 5, 10am at Allan Border Field, Brisbane; October 7, 10am at Allan Border Field, Brisbane; October 9, 10am at Allan Border Field, Brisbane.

Prime Minister’s XI v Sri Lanka: October 24, 7:10pm at Manuka Oval, Canberra.

Australia men v Sri Lanka, T20I series: October 27, 2pm at Adelaide Oval; October 30, 6:10pm at the Gabba,

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Australia men v Pakistan, T20I series: November 3, 2:30pm at Sydney Cricket Ground; November 5, 7:10pm at Manuka Oval, Canberra; November 8, 4:30pm at Perth Stadium.

Australia men v Pakistan, Test series: November 21 to 25, 10am at the Gabba, Brisbane November 29 to December 3, 2pm at Adelaide Oval.

Australia men v New Zealand, Test series: December 12 to 16, 1pm at Perth Stadium; December 26 to 30, 10:30am at Melbourne Cricket Ground; January 3 to 7, 10:30am at Sydney Cricket Ground

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GOPIO Queensland raises funds for India day fair 2019

GOPIO Queensland hosted a fundraising dinner for India Day Fair 2019.

Indian Day Fair is the signature event of GOPIO Queensland and will be held on 17th August at Roma Street Parkland.

The Queensland Iconic event is in its eight year and has constantly grown over the years.

The event celebrates India’s Independence Day by showcasing everything Indian to the wider community.

As Indian Impendence day is 15th of August, India Day Fair is held on the Saturday closest to 15th August and is usually during Ekka week.

GOPIO Queensland does receive the local and state government grants and sponsorship, but the cost of staging this mega event is huge and additional funds are required to balance the budget.

The amphitheatre within the Roma Street Parkland is a prestigious but challenging venues, the venue can only accommodate limited number of stalls so the income generated via that

means is limited.

The dedicated team works very hard to bring together entertaining and culturally appropriate stage program.

This year the committee is bringing a team of key musicians from India to provide quality entertainment throughout the day.

The finishing will still remain as is with the dance segment with audience participation and fireworks.

A big challenge for the organising committee also remains the time management of stage programs. Allocated.

The program has a very strict timeline as the fireworks are programmed to go off at a certain time as per our permit, as there are resident living in the close precinct.

Just before the fireworks is the show stopper who is brought at a considerable cost, and as advertised we have to deliver.

The problem arises when some performers either deliberately miss their allocated spots or prepare programs way over their allocated time.

The fund raising dinner was held at Kedron Wavell RSL in Chermside, a very good venue in terms of sound, lighting and space , very challenging in terms of catering costs, the buffet service takes a lot of time.

Overall the event went very well Lewis Lee as the MC did a wonderful job, he is not new to the audience, and he also conducted the auction quite professionally.

The night included live songs, Bollywood dances, speeches, raffles, auction and audience Bhangra with live Dhol Player (Jaggi Dholi).

The receptive audience did dig deep so the committee did end up raising funds for Indian Day Fair.

The main auction item was a return business class ticket to Delhi by China Southern Airlines.

GOPIO Members, their families, politicians, and multicultural community leader took part in the dinner function.

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CYCLONE Fani affected Odisha on the very large scale and the natives were badly affected by the destruction. Many lost homes and their lives and in the critical situation, the Nation is contributing their bit for the state. While actors are urging their fans to contribute to the relief fund, actor Akshay Kumar has already done his bit.

The PadMan actor never fails to stands up for the social cause not just in reel life but also for real life. Recently, the reports of the 51-year-old actor donating to PM relief fund has started making rounds.

As per the reports the actor has contributed the sum of Rs 1 crore. “This is not new.

Akshay has always been contributing for causes, be it his Bharat ke Veer initiative for the armed forces, or his contribution to the Kerala Floods or Chennai floods earlier,” an industry source told Hidustantimes.com Earlier, the reports of Akshay Kumar vowing to donate Rs5 crore through Bharat Ka Veer — a fund-raising initiative of the

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Union Ministry of Home Affairs also made rounds and this is not it, the actor had also extended a helping hand to the rain Chennai in 2015 by donating Rs 1 crore for relief work.

On the professional front, Akshay Kumar has many films in his kitty. The actor who was last seen in Kesari and the period drama created the stir among his fans. His upcoming projects include Good News with Kareena Kapoor and Dijit Dosanjh, Housefull 4 and Misson Mangal.

Recently Karan Johar took it o his social media handle and shared a picture of Simmba, Singham and Sooryavanshi together - Ranveer Singh, Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar respectively - posing alongside director Rohit Shetty and producer Karan Johar. Each of the actors is seen holding the newly crafted clapperboards of their respective films, with Ajay holding two of them for Singham and Singham Returns respectively.

AMITABH Bachchan and Emraan Hashmi's untitled film goes on floors on May 10 in Mumbai. This will be the first time that the actors will be coming together for an intriguing mystery thriller produced by Anand Pandit and helmed by Rumi Jaffrey.

The film is produced by Anand Pandit Motion Pictures and Saraswati Entertainment Private Limited. Anand Pandit Motion Pictures has been at the forefront of successful cinematic ventures such as Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2, Sarkar 3, Satyamev Jayate, Bazaar and the recent blockbuster Total Dhamaal.

Confirming the same, producer Anand Pandit said, "We are extremely excited to commence the shoot of the film from 10th May. Looking forward to seeing Mr Bachchan and Emraan onscreen for the first time. Given the subject of the film, I do

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Writer-director Rumi Jaffrey adds on returning to direction with such a fascinating storyline and casting coup of getting Mr Bachchan and Emraan Hashmi together, "A film is a collaborative effort and when you have one of the best actors in front of the camera and a veteran producer behind the lens supporting you and leading all creative efforts, then making the film is a fantastic experience!"

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