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Bridging America and the Indian Subcontinent

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IN THIS ISSUE

Desi & Depressed.

Living with Mental Illness (pg 44) Neha Kakkar Live New Business Classifieds

In This Issue

Page 36 Nearly all Asian Americans trace their roots to 19 origin groups from the Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia.

Page 28 Hrithik Roshan’s new Film Opens

Page 18 See all the Upcoming Summer Events

Page 44 Desi and Depressed: Living with Mental Illness in the South-Asian Community

Content The Editor’s Desk . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 12

Community Events . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 18 Upcoming Movie Releases . . . . . . .pg. 26

Film Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 28

Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 32 Asians in USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 36

Increase Your India Knowledge . .pg. 54

Read Watch Listen . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 94

Thinking About Thinking . . . . . . .pg. 62

Youth Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 116

Raajeev’s Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 58 Kismuth and the Way . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 64

Subcontinental Divide . . . . . . . . . .pg. 72

Personal Finances . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 76

Namaskar Y’all . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 40

Buy Right, Sit Tight . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 80

Dances of India . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 46

Immigration Matters . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 86

College Admissions Insider . . . . . .pg. 52

American Dance Festival . . . . . . . .pg. 92

My Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 44

Spot the Differences . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 50

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Mirror Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 82

News Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 88 8

Community Organizations . . . . .pg. 100

Pop’s Puzzles and Jokes . . . . . . . .pg. 118

Festivals and Holidays . . . . . . . . .pg. 120

Puzzle Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 120

AstroScope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 122

Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 124

Index of Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 128

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Hello Readers!

Happy July

It’s the month of freedom and fireworks, picnics and reunions, and the only full month of summer vacation for most kids in our region. This month, 50 years ago, astronauts landed on the moon in the famous Apollo 11 mission. There are plans to return to the moon. Other countries are now vying to put humans on the moon. That’s good. But off to Mars, I say. We did the moon.

About a month ago, Pooja Mehta wrote to me about writing a piece on mental health issues in the South Asian community. What caught my eye was her frank admission that she had tried to commit suicide three times before her 21st birthday. Read her powerful essay on her struggles and her work to help others in the community that may be suffering from issues such as depression. The essay is on page 44.

We are constantly working to improve the content for our readership.

I welcome comments and suggestions on our coverage, what we could present more or less, as well as other concerns. Drop me an email at Samir@Saathee.com if you want to chat.

In the meantime, soak in the lovely summer.

Till next month.

Samir Shukla, Editor

“Bridging America and the Indian Subcontinent.”

July 2019 Issue # 254 - Saathee.com Editor Samir Shukla (Samir@Saathee.com)

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Contributors for this issue: Kirit Shukla, Kristen Moon, Parul Kharod, Pooja Mehta, Dipika Kohli, Mo Vidwans, Dilip Barman Rishi P. Oza, Dr. Maha Gingrich Balaji Prasad, Ahsen Jillani, Amita Rupani, and Jalendu Vaidya.

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The Editor’s Desk

By Samir Shukla

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I have always preferred the influencing power of words over the preciseness of numbers. Two plus two will always equal four, but have two people sit on a park bench, look straight ahead and quickly write down what they observe and you will get two variations. Numbers and their wizardry came easy to me in school years. Today words inform my life, give me comfort, and light the much worn as well as newer paths.

In my thoughts, in June, I stroll on such a path, awaiting the sizzle of July, scouting the spot where I will jump to the other half of my fifth decade on this globe. Every year the month begins with the bombast of fireworks and ends with the soft blinking of fireflies.

I’m sitting on the upper wooden deck behind my house on a breezy June night.

A thin moon dimly lights the clouds, nocturnal insects break the quiet with occasional chirping. The night is deepening while smooth bourbon mingles with the ice in a thick glass sitting atop a small table to the right of me. The sips help navigate the jumble of thoughts disturbing the night, or does it jumble the thoughts navigating the night?

The bourbon will have the last word.

I left work earlier in the day and drove home and landed in my driveway but couldn’t remember any landmarks or turns I made. Don’t remember accelerating or braking. I simply made it back home as if I had transported from one location to the next. It’s a drive I’ve done countless times. The only thing I remember is shifting from the NPR radio station to a classic rock station somewhere along the route. Damn if I could remember the drive, but I recount flipping from a chatty segment on immigration and nodding my head to an Aerosmith power ballad. This is among the thoughts this night as I take another sip.

A brick wall about the height of an average basketball player separates my backyard from the street. I sit facing the wall, looking down at it and the dark backyard while the night mellows. A car passes by, its usual noise softened by the bank of trees on the either side of the wall and the wall itself.

The engine noise sounds like a heavy cardboard box dragged across sand, approaching, amplifying and then fading.

The single headlight does double duty for the other broken headlight while evoking a low flying UFO hovering just above the street. The bourbon enhances its spectrum.

I tap the nearly empty glass and sniff out the last drop which whispers to me to call it a day. The numbers 11:58pm light up the phone that’s been set aside. Two plus two sure equals four, and now two more minutes and the thin moon will cough up another day that the sun will embellish in its own manner in a few hours and backslap it on its way.

The words and thoughts swirling around my brain now fade while the numbers win the night once again, ticktocking along while I quietly open the back door and tip toe through the kitchen and up the stairs into the awaiting midnight slumber.

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Road Rage 2020: Volume 5

India Wraps Election and Democrats Work to Persuade

The Republic of Modi’s 2019 election is over. India once again became its prime minister. Yes, sure, I’ve purposely mixed up the words here, but make no mistake. Narendra Modi was reelected India’s Prime Minister by a large margin and a bigger mandate. He has infused himself into India’s ethos unlike any former Prime Minister. He is now larger and will be an even bigger self-proclaimed charger; further sprinkling his vision and policies into the country, which some will hail and others will curse.

It takes two terms, whether for Presidents or Prime Ministers, to fully flex the vision and policies for long-term effect. Those are fighting words for Modi detractors, albeit too late now, and, even more so for Trump detractors, who would love to deny him a second term in 2020.

It will be up to a man or woman with the word Democrat attached to their name to accomplish that task. The democrats vying for the party’s nomination are becoming louder, as they must. Someone has to get ahead of the pack and stay ahead. Their policies are, for the most part, in line with progressive ideology. There is no “out of nowhere” outlier like Trump was during the Republican primaries in 2016. Each candidate will have to work hard.

Joe Biden remains the frontrunner, but there are four or five other candidates chomping at the bits that have a chance at the nomination. I can’t imagine most of them will get too far, but they may be already angling for a cabinet position, if a democrat wins the White House.

The first debates have taken place in late June (after we went to press for the July issue). More debates are coming up in July.

Much convincing and fundraising await the candidates.

In politics, as in much of life, it’s all about persuading. My modus operandi has always been, if I can go see it, I will, if I can touch it I will. If I can hear it, smell it and taste it, I will. That is a prime way to inform myself. Now the nearly two dozen folks running for the Democratic nomination must inform the voters and persuade people to vote for them when the primaries crank up early next year. The long slog continues.

Upcoming Democratic Debates: July 30 & July 31, 2019: CNN (9-11pm), Detroit

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Community Events The Festival for the Eno: Durham, NC (July 4-6, 2019)

Be cool on banks of the river this Independence Day weekend at the Festival for the Eno from July 4-6, 2019 at West Point on the Eno Durham City Park. There will be over 80 bands on 5 stages featuring contemporary and traditional entertainment from established and emerging artists. Craft beers and cider at the North Coast Brewing Company beer garden as well as local food trucks and vendors will be on hand. Over 75 craft artists and fun and engaging hands on activities for the entire family. The Festival for the Eno raises awareness and funds to protect and restore exceptional places that provide the region with clean water and healthy forests. See more info at www.enofest.org.

Shri Ram Katha with Murlika Sharma Ji: Charlotte, NC (July 7-13, 2019)

Murlika Sharma ji will present Shri Ram Katha Parayan from Sunday, July 7 - Saturday, July 13, 2019 at the Hindu Center of Charlotte. She is an author of the world famous book “Rasili Braj Yatra - an authentic encyclopedia of Braj” that has been accepted by all the Sampradayas in India. The book is currently being translated into multiple languages. The katha will be followed daily by aarti and mahaprasad. For more details call 704.543.1981 or 704.321.5459 or visit www.hcclt.org.

Geeta Gyan Yagnya, Karma Yog: Greenville, SC (July 8-14, 2019)

The Vedic Center of Greenviile, SC invites all devotees to attend a week long discourse given by PujyaShree Bhupendrabhai Pandya Ji. Discourse, Geeta Gyan Yagnya: Karma Yog, will be given in Hindi. It is an exposition of Shree Krishna teaching of life management. It takes place from Monday, July 8 - 14, 2019 at Vedic Center of Greenville, 520 Bethel Dr., Mauldin, SC. For more details, visit www.vediccenterofgreenville.org.

Kiran Heroes for Hope Walkathon: Morrisville, NC (July 13, 2019)

Kiran is hosting the 4th Annual Kiran Walkathon 2019: Heroes for Hope on Sunday, July 13, 2019. It will be taking place from 10am - 12pm at Lake Crabtree County Park in Morrisville, NC. This year’s superhero theme is to honor not only the heroic qualities present in all victims and survivors of abuse, but to also honor the heroism present in the supporters who make it possible for Kiran to do what they do best. Various activities will also be available for all ages so you do not want to miss out on all the fun! Proceeds raised from the Walkathon will go towards empowering South Asian victims of domestic violence across North Carolina. Details at www.kiraninc.org.

Cherokee Blueberry Jam: (July 13, 2019)

The Cherokee Blueberry Jam will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds from 9am-4pm. The event is sponsored by the North American Indian Women’s Association (NAIWA) and will feature fresh berries, delicious recipes, blueberry products, and fun activities for the whole family. Admission is free for the public. Learn more at www.visitcherokeenc.com/events.

Guru Purnima Celebration: Charlotte, NC (July 14, 2019)

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple of Charlotte presents the auspicious Guru Purnima celebration on Sunday, July 14, 2019 starting at 4pm. Mahaprasad will be served after. The temple is located at 4100 Margaret Wallace Rd., Matthews, NC. For more details call 704.573.0805 or visit www.baps.org/charlotte.

North Carolina Blackberry Festival: Lenoir, NC (July 11-13, 2019)

The Blackberry Festival will be held from July 11-13, 2019 in downtown Lenoir, NC. Festivities will include parade, princess pageant, live entertainment, kid’s activities, blackberry eating contests, recipe contest, glow run, blackberry beer garden, and much more. There will also be hundreds of artisan and food vendors on site. See more information at www.ncblackberryfestival.com.

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The Big Crafty: Asheville, NC (July 14, 2019)

Voted Western NC’s favorite art event for more than a decade, The Big Crafty celebrates the beauty of a human scale economy and communitybuilding, soul-enriching creative work. The event highlights the work of carefully-selected artists, makers and craft innovators who embody the heart and the dynamism of the independent creative community. You can also enjoy music, beer, food and more. This special event will be held on Sunday, July 14, 2019 at the Historic Pack Square Park in Asheville, NC from 12pm-6pm. Details at www.thebigcrafty.com.

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Appalachian Heritage Festival: Franklin, NC (July 20, 2019)

Joy Garden Tour: Cashiers, NC (July 17-21, 2019)

The Joy Garden Tour is a biannual for gardeners of every level of experience and enthusiasm. The Joy Garden Tour features a guest speaker event, a special patron party and garden shops with 35 vendors offering plants, garden-related merchandise, unique gifts, antiques and more. The highlight is a day spent touring select and stunning private gardens in the Cashiers area. Noted artists will paint in these gardens with the paintings available for purchase. The Tour will run from July 17-21, 2019 with the theme, Garden and “Bee” Happy. Details: www.villagegreencashiersnc.com.

The Appalachian Heritage Festival brings a day of free fun for all ages on Saturday, July 20, 2019 in Franklin, NC from 9am to 4pm.

Nearly 50 live demonstrations will be showcased and will feature the essence of life in Appalachia. You’ll see quilters, wood carvers, canoe builders and even a live, working gem-mining flume. It’ll also include fire truck display; face painting for kids, music, and more. At this celebration of Appalachia, you will enjoy a lot of music ranging from guitar to dulcimer, banjo to flute and even piano. Learn more at www.townoffranklinnc.com.

Asheville Riverfest: (July 20, 2019)

NC Peach Festival: Candor, NC (July 19-20, 2019)

The NC Peach Festival will be held on July 19-20, 2019 in downtown Candor, NC. The festival will feature a grand parade, karaoke, and plenty of activities for the whole family.

There will also be live comedy and music entertainment, a cooking contest, food and craft vendors. Treat yourself with lots of fresh, sweet, local peaches, homemade peach ice cream and other delights. See more info at www.ncpeachfestival.com.

The Asheville Riverfest will be held on July 20, 2019 from 18pm at New Belgium Brewing. The Fest brings thousands of people down to the banks of the French Broad to enjoy live music, local beer, food, and sunsets over one of the oldest rivers in the world. It’s also a fundraiser for RiverLink, with proceeds going to support ground work throughout the watershed. Free admission. See more info at www.riverlink.org.

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Community Events Asheville Yoga Festival: (July 25-28, 2019)

Downtown Asheville will be the retro-urban backdrop for the 2019 festival that will feature over 40 world-class presenters & musicians, and 90+ offerings including yoga, music and outdoor activities. In between classes you will have time to stroll through our beautiful outdoor Mountain Air Market, home to variety of unique health & wellness vendors and tasty treats. Enjoy the pedestrian-friendly festival with eclectic, funky downtown scene complete with a variety of locally owned shops, art galleries, and close to 100 restaurants, coffee shops & cafes. The festival will be held between July 25 & 28, 2019. Details: www.ashevilleyogafestival.com.

GalaxyCon Raleigh: (July 25-28, 2019)

The GalaxyCon will be held between July 25 & 28, 2019 at the Raleigh Convention Center. Meet Celebrity and Creative Guests from Comics, Movies, TV, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Anime, Cartoons, Video Games, Wrestling and more! Shop with more than 80 vendors offering comics, art and collectibles. Tickets are available for a 4-day, weekend, and single day passes. Details: www.raleighrsupercon.com

Symphony by the Lake: Blowing Rock, NC (July 26, 2019)

Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair: Burnsville, NC (August 2-3, 2019)

The charming Town Square of Burnsville, NC is the spot for the Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair, the oldest and largest crafts fair in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Every kind of handmade craft imaginable can be found here, whether you are looking for a quilt, jewelry from local gemstones, hand-turned wooden bowls, or pottery of every shape and size made by skilled artists. Stop by the Heritage Hollow tent to take a walk back in time. There will be plenty of food. See more info at www.yanceychamber.com/mt-mitchell-crafts-fair.

Classic Summer Art & Craft Festival: Myrtle Beach, SC (August 2-4, 2019)

The 37th Annual Craftsmen’s Classics Summer Art & Craft Festival features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from across America. See the creative process in action as many exhibitors demonstrate throughout the weekend.

There is something for every style, taste and budget with items from the most traditional to the most contemporary. The Festival will be held at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center from August 2-4, 2019. Admission is $8 for adults and $1 for Kids aged 6-12. Discounts are available for groups of 15 or more. Parking will be $5. See more info at www.craftshow.com.

MyShadi Bridal Expo: Charlotte, NC (August 4, 2019)

This year’s theme is “A Journey of Imagination,” and the evening is always the social event of the season. Take your seat on the grass by Chetola Lake, under the evening sky. Bring a picnic to enjoy with friends and family, or purchase meals from caterers at the event. The performance ends with a spectacular fireworks show. Tickets range from $15-$95. Parking passes are $10. Learn more at, www.symphonybythelake.com.

Raleigh Shiv Katha Satsang: Charlotte, NC (July 26-27, 2019)

Shiva kathakar Shree Batukbhai Vyas will present Shiv Katha Satsang, One step Towards Shiva from July 26 - 28, 2019, 4-7pm daily at 4820 Nations Crossings Rd., Charlotte, NC. Shri Vyas has been dedicated to the service of Lord Shiva for 33 years is a kathakar (storyteller and narrator). For more details, call 704.701.9482.

Hindu Center Anniversary: Charlotte, NC (July 27, 2019)

The Hindu Center of Charlotte presents its 37th anniversary celebration on Saturday, July 27, 2019 beginning at 1:30pm with a general body meeting.

The day features anand bazaar, a cultural program, a mela with music, dance and foods from all over India. Also on hand will be arts and crafts along with vendors. There is no admission charge for the events and all are welcome to attend. For more details call 704.535.3440 or 704.258.3588 or visit www.hcclt.org.

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The MyShadi Bridal Expo returns to the Southeast with the largest event of its kind showcasing everything you need for your special day. Over 65 vendors under one roof to save you time and money as you plan for your Hindu, Muslim, Christian, or Sikh wedding.

The expo will feature exclusive shopping boutiques for clothing and jewelry along with fashion shows, free food sampling, Mendhi, hair, and makeup demos. The show comes to Hilton Charlotte Center City on Sunday, August 4, 2019 from noon to 5pm. Free admission and parking. For more information, visit www.myshadibridalexpo.com.

Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo: (August 4, 2019)

The Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo will be held on August 4, 2019 along Fayetteville Street from 39pm. It’ll host a 1/2 mile of Food Trucks & Restaurants spread out over 11 city blocks offering a variety of delicious food. Admission is free and will run Rain or Shine! Learn more at www.downtownraleighfoodtruckrodeo.com July 2019

Neha Kakkar Live in Concert: Raleigh, NC (August 4, 2019)

Sankat Mochan: Morrisville, NC (August 21-23, 2019)

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by Swami Swaroopananda (Global Head, Chinmaya Mission) on August 21-23, 2019 from 7 - 8:30pm.

Learn the secrets of inner happiness. The venue is Hindu Bhavan, 309 Aviation Pkwy, Morrisville, NC. For more details visit, www.chinmaya-rdu.org.

Popular singer Neha Kakkar will perform live with her band on Sunday, August 4, 2019 at Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in Raeigh, NC. Kakkar made her debut with Indian Idol Season 2 as a contestant and has been active for over a decade as a singer for many Bollywood Greensboro Food Truck Festival: (August 25, 2019) films and has performed all over the world. She recently toured with Sonu Nigam and is now on a solo tour. The Greensboro Food Truck Festival will be held on August Ticket prices begin at $49. For more details visit call 25, 2019 from 3pm-9pm in downtown Greensboro, NC. 310.890.5599 or 336.491.3205 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.

Savor delicious food at 50 different food trucks. In addition, there will be craft beers, live music, kid’s activities, craft vendors, and more. Free admission. To learn more, visit New World Festival of the Arts: Manteo, NC www.greensborofoodtruckfestivals.com.

(August 14-15, 2019) The New World Festival of the Arts is an annual juried outdoor festival featuring fine arts and crafts. Hosted by Dare County Arts Council and the Town of Manteo, the Festival provides local and regional artists an opportunity to display and sell their creative work. The Festival has been a Manteo tradition for decades, providing awareness of current trends in the visual arts. This year, world-class artists will travel to the waterfront between August 14-15, 2019. The free, outdoor show will feature art from exhibitors including watercolors, oil & acrylic, drawings, photography, jewelry, sculpture, and pottery.

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Summer Food Truck Rollout: Greer, SC (August 16, 2019)

Celebrate the start of the weekend with the Summer Food Truck Rollout. Enjoy food trucks, tailgating games, and music in Greer City Park on Friday, August 16, 2019 from 5pm-8pm. More info available at www.cityofgreer.org/742/Food-Truck-Rollout.

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Superhero 5k & Fun Run: Greenville, SC (August 17, 2019)

Haven’t you always dreamed of being a superhero? Take flight on Saturday, August 17, 2019 and help The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club lead local youth in Greenville to Great Futures & Beyond! Run as Superman, Spider-man, Wonder Woman or any one of your favorite heroes. Registration fees range from $10-$35 and each race will begin at 424 Westfield Street in Greenville, SC. See more information at runsignup.com/Race/SC/Greenville/BGCSuperhero5K

Charlotte Pride Festival & Parade: (August 17-18, 2019)

Charlotte Pride’s free two-day cultural festival includes diverse national, regional and local entertainers, musicians and bands, and numerous participating vending booths, including art exhibitors, area non-profits, political candidates, retailers, food stands and more. The premier event is the culmination of a week-long slate of Charlotte Pride Week events highlighting the social, cultural, ethnic, artistic and political diversity of the metro Charlotte area’s LGBTQ community. The festival zone will be at South Tryon Street on August 17-18, 2019. To learn more info, visit www.charlottepride.org/festival.

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York Summerfest: (August 23-24, 2019)

The 36th annual York Summerfest will include be 5k/10k road races, golf tournament, classic car show, music, kid’s activities, demonstrations, arts and crafts, great entertainment, food trucks and more. The Kid’s area will feature water slides, face painting, balloon artist, petting zoo and lots of fun. The Fest will be held on August 23-24, 2019 along various streets in downtown York, SC. To learn more, visit www.yorksummerfest.com.

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Astronaut (Director: Shelagh McLeod) Cast: Richard Dreyfuss, Lyriq Bent, Krista Bridges, Richie Lawrence, Colm Feore, and Graham Greene

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Section 375 (Director: Ajay Bahl) Cast: Akshaye Khanna, Richa Chadda, and Rahul Bhatt

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Jabariya Jodi (Director: Prashant Singh) Cast: Siddharth Malhotra, Parineeti Chopra, Javed Jaffrey, and Chandan Roy Sanyl

July 2019

Film Clips Gully Boy Actor Vijay Varma to Star in Mira Nair’s Next Film

Based on groom kidnappings in Bihar, where the groom is kidnapped to avoid dowry, the film Jabariya Jodi stars Siddharth Malhotra, Parineeti Chopra, Javed Jaffrey, and Chandan Roy Sanyl.

Malhotra plays a thug who helps kidnap grooms. The film is directed by Prashant Singh and will hit the screens on August 2.

Super 30

Super 30, directed by Vikas Bahl, is based on life of Patna-based mathematician Anand Kumar who runs the famed Super 30 program for IIT aspirants in Patna.

Hrithik Roshan stars as Anand Kumar with supporting cast that includes Mrunal Thakur, Pankaj Tripathi, Aditya Srivastava, and Amit Sadh. The film will be released worldwide on July 12.

Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas

Veteran actor Sunny Deol is set to launch his son Karan Deol in the film Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas.

The Elder deol directed the film, produced by Dharmendra, and also stars Sahher Bambba, and Rakesh Annamdas.

The film is about a young love story set in snowy and hilly regions. According to reports, Sunny Deol put Karan through several action-packed sequences in which he did not let his son use a body double. The film is set for release on September 20.

Priyanka Chopra and Farhan Akhtar Wrap their Next Film

Priyanka Chopra has been in the spotlight often after her marriage, and now she has gotten back to the business of acting in her next film, which also stars Farhan Akhtar. The film produced by Roy Kapur Films, is tentatively titled The Sky is Pink. The team spent several weeks in London, Delhi, Mumbai and the Andamans for the filming. The film will feature a lavish dance song written by Gulzar and composed by Pritam. The movie is scheduled for release around Diwali on October 11.

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Young actor Vijay Varma, after delivering an acclaimed performance in the hit film Gully Boy, is ready to work in a major international project. According to Bollywood Hungama, the IndoAmerican writer and director Mira Nair will feature Varma in her next film A Suitable Boy, an adaptation of Vikram Seth’s acclaimed novel with the same name for BBC World. Nair previously adapted books into films like The Namesake and The Reluctant Fundamentalist. In the series, Varma will play a student and an Arabic teacher. Other cast includes Tabu, Randeep Hooda, Shefali Shah, Rasika Dugal, Vijay Raaz, and Vivan Shah. The series is slated to premier in September.

Section 375

The film, Section 375, highlights how a critical law meant for the safety of women can be misused.

The social drama is directed by Ajay Bahl and stars Akshaye Khanna, Richa Chadda, and Rahul Bhatt. It focuses on the misuse of Section 375 of Indian Penal Code (IPC) which is also known as the anti rape laws. The film recently wrapped and will be released on August 2.

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Blinded By the Light

Blinded by the Light, directed by Gurinder Chanha is an upcoming comedy film based on the life experiences of journalist Sarfraz Manzoor. Javed (Viveik Kalra) lives in Luton, England and is of Pakistani descent. Amidst the racial and economic troubles of England in 1987, he writes poetry to help cope. Then a classmate introduces him to the music of Bruce Springsteen, and soon he finds the courage to express himself through song. The film also stars Rob Brydon, Hayley Atwell, Kulvinder Ghir, Nell Williams, Dean-Charles Chapman, and Aaron Phagura. It will hit theaters on August 17.

Mission Mangal

Akshay Kumar stars in Mission Mangal, which is based on true events of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launching the Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan), making it the least expensive mission to Mars. The film also stars Vidya Balan, Sonakshi Sinha, Taapsee Pannu, Nithya Menen, Sharman Joshi, and Kirti Kulhari. Directed

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You have heard of personal health, public health, community health, and global health. But what is planetary health?

Emerging research is showing that the way we are growing and eating our food is having a lasting damaging effect on this planet we call home.

If your house is damaged or destroyed for some reason, you have options. You can temporarily move into a hotel, fix your house, or rent/buy a new house. But as for this planet Earth, which is our only home, there is no option. If this gets destroyed, there is no Plan B. There is no other planet we all can move to.

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There is considerable evidence that links food and eating habits with health; however, the current state of food production, distribution, consumption, and waste threatens both the people and the planet.

At the United Nations Environmental Conference in March 2019, it was discussed that if people don’t make fundamental changes in what they eat, how they create energy, dispose of waste, and generally decrease the human footprint that is degrading air, water, and land, our planet Earth will not be sustainable beyond 2050.

Degrading Health of the Planet

various disciplines including human health, agriculture, political sciences and environmental sustainability to develop global scientific targets for healthy diets and sustainable food production.

They began with one question: what diet pattern is healthiest for both people and the planet? After three years of work, the Commission produced dietary and policy recommendations. In January 2019, the commission issued a summary report urging everyone to eat a “Planetary Health Diet”.

The report calls for a significant overhaul in farming methods by 2050. Otherwise it says it will be impossible to feed the entire global population as well as avoid devastating damage to the planet.

Studies have found that the production of animal products generates the majority of food-related greenhouse-gas emissions — specifically, up to 78 percent of total agricultural emissions.

In today’s agricultural system, we grow grains to feed animals. This requires resources such as land, water, fossil fuels, pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. We feed those grains to animals, give them antibiotics and hormones to make them grow big and stay healthy, while they produce methane and manure. These animals are raised to be used as food for humans.

This factory farming is now literally killing our planet. It is being recommended that we need to alter this inefficient method, and instead use the land, water, and energy resources to grow food (plants) that is directly consumed by people.

Scientists who study climate change have known for a while continued on page 114 that the health of the planet has been degrading. Three years ago, EAT and The Lancet launched a joint commission to Parul Kharod, MS, RD, LDN establish global scientific targets to study food systems and their is a registered dietitian and licensed nutritionist impact on the environment. EAT is a global, non-profit startup and works as a Clinical Dietitian with Outpatient dedicated to transforming our global food system. They teamed Nutrition Services at WakeMed Hospital in Cary up with Lancet, an independent, international weekly general and Raleigh. She can be reached at medical journal to form a commission. The EAT-Lancet parulkharod@gmail.com Commission convened 37 leading scientists from 16 countries in Saathee.com

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Key Facts about Asian Origin Groups in the United States Of the more than 20 million Asian Americans, nearly all trace their roots to 19 origin groups from the Indian Subcontinent, East and Southeast Asia.

By Abby Budiman, Anthony Cilluffo and Neil G. Ruiz, Pew Six origin groups – Chinese, Indian, Filipino, Vietnamese, Research Center Korean and Japanese – accounted for 85 percent of all Asian Americans as of 2015. These groups together largely shape the Asian Americans are the fastest-growing major racial or overall demographic characteristics of Asian Americans. The ethnic group in the United States. More than 20 million Asians remaining 13 origin groups each made up 2 percent or less of live in the U.S., and almost all trace their roots to 19 origin the nation’s Asian population. These groups have a variety of groups from East Asia, Southeast Asia and the Indian characteristics that can differ greatly from the largest groups. subcontinent, according to a Pew Research Center analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data.

About half of Asians in the U.S. ages 25 and older had a Significant differences exist by income, education and other bachelor’s degree or more in 2015, a higher share than other characteristics among the nation’s largest 19 Asian origin races and ethnicities, but this share varies greatly by origin groups. These differences have been central to debates about group. Those of Indian, Malaysian or Mongolian origin, for how much data governments, colleges and other groups should example, were more likely than other Asian origin groups to have collect about Asian origin groups, and whether it should be at least a bachelor’s degree. By comparison, fewer than 20 percent used to shape policies. of Cambodians, Hmong, Laotians and Bhutanese had a bachelor’s Here are some key differences between Asian origin groups degree or more. Roughly a third of all Americans ages 25 and in the U.S. and how they compare with Asian Americans older had a bachelor’s degree or more. overall.

The differences in educational attainment among origin groups in part reflect the levels of education immigrants bring to the U.S. For example, 72 percent of U.S. Indians had a bachelor’s degree or higher in 2015. Many of them already had a bachelor’s degree when they arrived in the U.S. with a visa for high-skilled workers, such as an H-1B visa. Half of H-1B visas, which require a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, have gone to Indians since 2001.

Seven-in-ten U.S. Asians ages 5 and older speak English proficiently. Large majorities of Japanese (84 percent), Filipinos (82 percent) and Indians (80 percent) spoke English proficiently in 2015. By contrast, Bhutanese (27 percent) and Burmese (28 percent) had some of the lowest rates of English proficiency.

Income inequality is rising more rapidly among Asian Americans than other racial or ethnic groups, reflecting wide disparities in income among Asian origin groups. Asian households in the U.S. had a median annual income of $73,060 in 2015, higher than the $53,600 among all U.S. households.

Only four Asian origin groups had household incomes that exceeded the national median for Asian Americans overall: Indians ($100,000), Filipinos ($80,000) and Sri Lankans and Japanese (both $74,000). By contrast, most of the other 15 origin continued on page 114

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Our Gurus, Our Teachers

“Guru Brahma, Guru Vishnu, Guru devo Maheshwara, Guru sakshat Param Brahma, Tasmay shri guru ve namah” “A Guru is Shiva himself, manifested as a human.” A popular Hindu sloka (i.e. prayer) declares, “The Guru is Brahma, the Guru is Vishnu, the Guru is Shiva. Indeed, the Guru is the Supreme Absolute. To that Guru I offer my reverent salutations.“

Ancient India This well-known Sanskrit shloka indicates the elevated status gurus have been granted in Hindu philosophy. In ancient times, when knowledge was transmitted not through written or printed material, but orally through words, it was of utmost importance to gain spiritual knowledge from teachers who were guides for life. In terms of Hindu Vedic tradition, a guru was a reputed brahmana, who performed rituals considered to be purification ceremonies and initiated young students into the study of the Vedas. It was believed that a true guru was one who had knowledge of the Vedas and was self-realized. In addition to spiritual leaders, there were gurus or teachers who offered instruction on various professions in exchange for fees, referred to ...the guru-shishya (teacheras “guru artha”. They were disciple) relationship is still respected subject matter experts. For the disciple, the critical to successful guru’s mind was like a learning. treasure trove that held knowledge and was filled with maps that led to the path of success. Students were forever indebted to such a teacher, who was often the sole source of vital information. At the end of their training students owed the guru his or her dakshina (an offering to the teacher). The guru was not questioned or criticized. The disciple’s skill was perceived as a reflection of the guru’s reputation. Kings persuaded the best of gurus to train their heirs in the art of warfare and statesmanship. In the field of dance and music too, the guru was revered.

During admission and graduation season conversations related to education came up frequently and that inevitably led to the topic of teachers. This month, I wanted to share some deliberations about our modern-day gurus, who offer academic training.

simple. I had to go to school, complete homework and assignments and get good grades on every test. Fairly typical for my generation. Extra-curricular pursuits such as sports and art were acceptable if they didn’t interfere with our studies.

Students were expected to respect and obey the teachers in the classroom. I don’t recall my parents entertaining any of my complaints about school. They reminded us that education was a gift from Maa Saraswati (the Goddess of Learning). If I didn’t particularly “like” a teacher or subject, my only option was to grin and bear it. Most of us realized directly or indirectly how teachers deeply influenced our love for a certain subject. My high school English teacher was one of the reasons I enjoyed literature and writing. I still remember Ms. Teresa, with her beaming smile, neat bun and perfectly draped cotton sarees.

She had a wicked sense of humor, but she used it to build up the students rather than break them down. Over the years, she must have surely nudged many students toward careers related to language and literature or inspired them to become teachers. Looking back, I feel fortunate that I personally, did not encounter any toxic experiences with teachers although in all my years of academic pursuit, I had my fair share of good, great, and forgettable teachers.

However, I wonder if many students suffered because of incompetent or abusive teachers. There is a downside to having blind faith in educators. If the person in charge of the classroom shuts down relevant discussions or discourages questions, learning takes a backseat. Corporal punishment in schools has likely traumatized many children. In fact, the abuse of athletes by coaches speaks to the demerits of unconditional followership.

My US of almost 20 years As a graduate student in the US, I observed a relaxed approach in the classroom setting. Little things, such as eating in class, having casual conversations with professors were to my surprise, the norm. I enjoyed the open dialogues and discussions that were built into the instruction. It was okay to blurt out your answer, but due to my built-in politeness, I rarely got an opportunity to speak. As a teaching assistant to a class of college freshmen, it was not unusual for my students to ask for higher grades even when they did not meet the expectations of the assignment. Their inflated self-regard and sense of entitlement was perplexing and contributed to the cultureshock I had experienced on campus. It was easier for me to come to terms with the rare instances of stringent evaluations, because my school and college teachers in India didn’t exactly hand out A+ like candy. Instead of taking it personally, I scrutinized the feedback so that I could ace the next assignment.

A teacher’s critique was not an attack on my abilities; instead it was information that pushed me to do better. continued on page 98

My India of 20+ years Although, education is not imparted the way it was hundreds of years ago, the guru-shishya (teacher-disciple) relationship is still critical to successful learning. As a culture, Indians living in India or abroad, still hold their teachers or gurus in high esteem. Or do they?

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I was so afraid of anyone finding out about my symptoms that I tried hard not to tell anyone. But, my parents noticed that something was wrong, and we went to my general physician to get help. My physician referred me to a psychiatrist and psychologist, and from then on I started taking daily medications and seeing a therapist regularly. Still, I held the false belief that it was shameful to have a mental illness, and that having a mental illness was my fault. My parents and I had to decide who to tell about this, if anyone, because we did not want to be ostracized or become a topic of gossip. For six years, my mental illness was an intimate secret, shared with only the most trusted of family friends. And for six years, I thought I was the only person in my community who was going through this, until I started speaking up and realized I was not alone. It opened up my world to see many people around me going through similar ordeal. They were able to confide in me knowing that I was right there with them, and I was able to encourage them to get the help they needed.

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1 in 5 people in America live with a diagnosable mental illness. According to the Center of Disease Control, among teens and young adults, Asian-Americans are twice as likely to have attempted suicide, and 30 percent more likely to die by suicide than our white counterparts.

Yet of any ethnic group, we are the least likely to seek mental healthcare. Our culture calls for silence around these issues. Diseases like mine are seen as illegitimate, or a poor reflection on my family or my upbringing. People with mental illnesses are seen as incapable, unreliable, and are often a topic of gossip. For a teenager like I was, that translates into immense cultural pressure to suffer in silence until we reach our breaking point. Opening up about having a mental illness feels like a betrayal to the South Asian part of our identity.

I hope to see a future where that is no longer the case. I have Mental Illnesses, and I am a South Asian-American.

While it feels like the two cannot coexist, change needs to happen for the hundreds of thousands of people who are South Asian-American and have a mental illness.

Change needs to happen for the kids in our community who have reached out to me asking for help, and said “please don’t tell my parents.” That change starts with you. Help eliminate the stigma by educating others that mental illnesses are real, and deserve as much importance and respect as physical illnesses.

Make sure that those who have mental illnesses are welcomed and included in your community, and stop discussions that place them as a topic of gossip or drama. Talk to your loved ones about emotional health, and help them recognize that any sadness, stress, or upsetting feelings they may have are valid and not something to be dismissed. If you think someone might need help, encourage them to go to their family doctor who can make an initial assessment and connect them to any other resources they may need.

Remember that mental illness is nobody’s fault. It is a disease, like diabetes, high blood pressure, or cancer, and it needs to be treated as such. It can affect anyone, from Deepika Padukone and Trevor Noah, to people who need to live in psychiatric hospitals, to “normal” people like you and me.

To get help during a crisis, call 1-800-273-8255 or text “Help” to 741741. For help finding long-term resources, visit psychologytoday.com/us/therapist, or call the Helpline of the National Alliance on Mental Illness at 800-451-9682. Both of these services will help you find appropriate care for you or your loved one in your area.

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Dances of India this Golden temple. Some of the 108 Karanas or poses as shown in the temple are often used to choreograph this powerful dance. Learning the Karana movements is part of every dance Dances of Lord Shiva student’s syllabus. Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam has made a tremendous contribution to the dance world by studying all the We just celebrated the 17th anniversary of “Dances of sources describing the Karanas and reconstructing and India”. Thanks to our community for making this show a huge documenting them. success again keeping up the record of selling out for 17 years. These classical dances are very difficult to learn. Thanks to the students and parents who are dedicated to these classical dance forms and are eager to teach their children about Hindu religion and the stories from the scriptures.

In an era of “Instant Gratification”, where people just want to see their children on the stage quickly, it is very humbling to see many parents following the path of cultural education, and a long-term commitment to these classical dances. Irrespective of what some may say, in my experience, the demand for classical dances has not diminished. It is so wonderful to see hundreds of people still showing up to see these classical dances and cherishing these unblemished arts.

This year we highlighted different aspects and dances of Lord Shiva. I thought I should share these stories with you as well. The most popular, mystic, and beautiful Lord is Shiva also known as Mahadeva. We depicted stories of Lord Shiva protecting his devotees. He is one of the most dynamic representations in Hinduism. The most famous of Lord Shiva’s dances are the Thandava dances. These dances are used to direct mortals on the path of renunciation of the ego to gain true knowledge and salvation. As you may know, according to Hindu religion, the Supreme Lord of the dance is Shiva, third of the Hindu trinity. Shiva represents that aspect of God who creates good (true knowledge) and destroys evil (ignorance).

We also performed Lasya Thandavam in Kuchipudi dance style.

He is the source of cosmic harmony and rhythm.

The dance performed by Shiva’s wife Parvathi in response to There are three aspects of Lord Shiva’s Thandava dances, Shiva’s Thandava is known as Lasya, in which the movements namely: The Destructive, The Yogic and The Gift giving. In the are gentle, and graceful. This was a dance drama. Therefore, we first aspect of Thandava, He dances on the burning grounds, set the scene. We depicted Goddess Parvathi dancing joyfully with ten arms, denoting great power, celestial and miraculous. with her husband Lord Shiva. The great divine powers joined Shiva dances as the destroyer of illusion. The burning grounds them as their orchestra. They were accompanied by Lord symbolize the hearts of humans, cleansed by the fire of Vishnu on Mridangam drum, his wife Goddess Lakshmi as the knowledge to destroy ignorance.

This dance is very singer, Lord Indra on flute, and Lord Brahma as the invigorating and powerful. It requires tremendous agility and Nattuvannar or as the conductor using cymbals. Many great stamina as it is choreographed with difficult Karanas or devotees and Gods assembled on Mount Kailash to witness this poses demanding flexibility and strength of the dancers. cosmic dance. This dance represents love of Lord Shiva for his The second aspect of Shiva’s dance is the Yogic-evening wife Parvathi. His smiling face, reflecting love, and compassion dance performed on Mount Kailash. It is known as Sandhya represent his dual personality of God and Goddess, who is the Thandavam. This dance reflects calm and beauty of a gorgeous gentle gracious entity with powerful nobleness. sun set in the mountains. As we experience this yogic evening Such dance dramas truly immerse audience and takes them dance, it allows us to surrender the worldly ambitions, sorrow, back in time. I just wanted to share these mystic stories with my ego, fear, and pride. The music is usually very relaxing and ardent readers. very rhythmic in nature.

If you are planning to visit India this summer, try to visit The third aspect of dance is the Gift giving. Lord Nataraja some of these thousands of years old temples. These amazing represents the third aspect. This is the mystic dance of Lord archeological sites may become the spiritual sites for all Shiva, danced before the golden assembly in the Golden Hall dancers. of Chidambaram or Thillai in Chennai, South India. The very meaning of the Chidambaram is crucial to understand its Dr. Maha Gingrich significance. Chit means the heart or consciousness. Ambaram For questions or comments contact means universe, the heavens, or hall. At age five, this is where via e-mail at: Gingrichmaha@gmail.com my dream to become a classical dancer has begun. There is a famous dance called Natanam Adinar in Bharatha Natyam style that describes the Ananda (Happy) dance of Lord Nataraja in

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Summer is officially here, and pro-active college and high school students are likely looking for a way to make the time off school more productive. You might want to find a way for your college application to stand out from a crowded field, or gain real-world experience.

For students who can spend a few weeks investing in unpaid job shadowing, it is an excellent way to elevate your college application and learn more about what future career path might be best for you.

Give Something in Return When reaching out to your network, emphasize the value that you can help bring to the company. Perhaps you are strong at social media or graphic design. Tell the doctor that you can help with social media marketing or assist an employee with new social media ideas. Try to make job shadowing mutually beneficial and form a deeper connection.

Don’t be turned off by the career entirely if you have a poor job shadowing experience. Remember, you only spent a short time at the company, and it does not represent the career as a whole. Even people with similar job titles can do completely different tasks. If this happens, try to set up another job shadow experience to determine for sure if the career path isn’t right for you.

Job shadowing is an excellent way to see professionals in the workforce and decide what career is right for you. During your job shadowing, you might also meet future mentors who What Is Job Shadowing?

Job shadowing is when you spend a week, or even a few can help guide you throughout your academic career. Make the weeks, observing a professional working in their day-to-day most of this experience and help supercharge your college position. Through shadowing, you gain hands-on knowledge, application. which can help you narrow down what academic field or career you want to pursue.

As a high schooler, it can be particularly beneficial. It demonstrates to colleges that you not only want to become a doctor, engineer, or architect but that you took the initiative to explore the field further. Regardless of whether you are in college or high school, it shows ambition and resourcefulness to colleges and future employers.

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For example, if you dream of becoming a physician, you could consider reaching out to your local family doctor or pediatrician. Likely, you already have a relationship with them, and if you explain your aspirations and that you would like to learn from her, your doctor might be willing to take you under her wing.

Check with Your School Your school might have connections with different companies who encourage job shadowing. Ask your academic advisor, counselor, or someone in the career office for a list of willing organizations. Even if you aren’t sure where you would like to do your job shadowing, they can assist by pointing you in the right direction.

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Indigenous to South Asia, kabaddi is also known as hu-tu-tu in western India, hado-do in eastern India and Bangladesh, chedu-gudu in southern India, gudu in Sri Lanka, and theechub in Thailand. Historians have speculated the game originated in ancient India. The basic rules of kabaddi were formalized in India in the early 20th century and published in 1923. The game received international exposure when it was demonstrated at the 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin. The Kabaddi Federation of India, formed in 1950, organizes national championships for men and women. Kabaddi teams began to compete in the Asian Games in 1990 with seven players on each team. The first Kabaddi World Cup was held in Mumbai in 2004 and hosted national teams from Asia, Europe, and North America.

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Some would argue that carbs have been on the FDA’s most wanted list for many years. Because of that, potatoes have been given a bad rap. It’s not their fault. They are good carbs and they have been accused unjustly. I am sure if there is a proper DNA testing, they will be acquitted. Potatoes have also been accused of bringing misery to Dan Quayle’s life and stalling his political career. I would argue that it is not their fault; it is the speller’s fault.

People still have painful memories of the Irish Potato Famine. Again, it was not their fault. In fact, they were the victims. Potatoes were imported from Peru in the second half of the 16th century by the Spanish and because of their cheap

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The year was 1993. It was the day before Christmas. I was traveling through the Middle East, staying in Cairo for three days. That trip changed my life. I had a bit of indiscretion and I shared it with my wife. It allowed me to reevaluate my life, look at my marriage and reassess my priorities. It allowed me to figure out what mattered to me most. You see, I was staying at a hotel called, Meena House in Cairo, a very fancy hotel, overlooking the Pyramid of Giza. This was something I had been dreaming about for many years.

In the morning, they I had a bit of indiscretion served an elaborate buffet and I shared it with my which was not surprising because the hotel was owned wife. It allowed me to by the Oberoi. I was looking reevaluate my life... out at the beautiful, picturesque pyramids. Right then, something even more beautiful caught my attention. These magnificent things obscured the beauty of the Pyramids. They were these beautiful potato balls. Potato balls. I couldn’t believe it. All my life I had dreamed of seeing the Pyramids, now that dream came true and all I could think about was these potato balls. I still remember that moment. Right then, I realized that I was a potato addict. I was. I also realized that this addiction has been there all my life, since I was a child.

Potatoes have been an integral part of my life. When I was in 6th grade, I have fond memories of eating potato paranthas with a girl from my school, with the backdrop of the Taj Mahal on a full moon night. I don’t remember the girl and I don’t remember the view of the Taj Mahal from that visit but I still remember the sumptuous taste of potatoes in the paranthas. I also remember the first time I ate dosa in a fancy South Indian restaurant in New Delhi. I don’t remember the name of the restaurant or the sights and smells. The only thing I remember is the taste of those potatoes in the dosa.

Potatoes have been everlasting companions for me. The soft chewy taste of potatoes cheers me up when I am feeling down or stressed out. They relax me. I believe that if people discover the taste of potatoes, the maker of Prozac will be out of business. It’s not just the taste of potatoes that makes me passionately fall in love.

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skilled at this art of spin than we are, over years and years of childhood and adolescence. And we learn. Yes, a bit of fancy vocabulary helps to bamboozle the formally unschooled with a bit of nerve-shattering bombast so that we can get the better of them in public jousts of argument. However, when we argue with ourselves, the two sides are evenly matched – neither has the advantage, and both are home teams. We are perfectly capable of doing whatever we wish to with words when it is a me-versus-me winner-takes-all match.

So I can do “X” and call it “Y”, whether I am trained in journalism or in multi-variable algebra. Do you know how brilliantly I argued the heck out of my less articulate colleague?

And now, he goes around in slanderous mode, telling all and sundry that I am unreasonable and highly argumentative. The nerve of it! But as any objective onlooker would have been able to see, had one been present at the scene of the exchange, I just happen to be a very “logical” person. Why, I daresay, in this particular instance, I was even “kind”.

I could have used stronger words from my treasure chest of power words, but with the tempered hand that comes from years of experience, I drew upon words that were merely adequate to the task – no more and no less – of educating my less informed colleague.

Fictionless and Frictionless “The water in a vessel is sparkling; the water in the sea is dark.

The small truth has words that are clear; the great truth has great silence.” ~Rabindranath Tagore

We live in a world of things, and in a world of words. It is not always clear when a thing is a thing, and a thing is only a word. It is a bit like when you inject a spurt of blue ink into a clear and transparent fluid. At least in that instance, we can point to the blue splotches and say that those are the places where the ink dominates, and see places where the original fluid’s clarity rules. Alas, with the two parallel universes we seem to live in, such distinctions don’t come as easily.

Journalists are not the only We have no choice but to ones with pens though. live in what seems to be this rather chaotic mix, unless we discover some way to Two rights may make a wrong!

There’s something that feels a bit hollow about these kinds neutralize the places that are so inky and we are so unable to of self-characterizations and self-calibrations though.

Somehow, the expressions I use, even though they seem to see through it, that it significantly diminishes our existence. position things the way I would like to, seem to leave a bit of a bad taste in the mouth. Maybe being “right” is overrated?

The war of the words It would be nice to wave a magic wand, and twist reality Maybe I wasn’t so kind after all? Maybe my colleague was right, into delectable pretzels. Alas, the thing is not only not as edible and I am just an argumentative #@!& rather than the logic-man as we’d like, but also quite intransigent – try as we might, it I try to tell myself I am?

If we stop to look, we may find that there are many, many stubbornly resists our efforts to move it this way or that. instances where we are able to act as judge, jury and So, not to be outdone in our battle against reality what do we do? We fill our quivers with the pointed arrows of words, executioner and always skew things in a direction that makes prepared to launch an all-out assault on our archenemy, reality. us feel good about ourselves, and about things associated with And who wins this war? Alas, again. Much as we would like to ourselves. And, sometimes it could be the opposite too, when emerge the victor in this fight for survival, we are able to do we are in a different mood – and seek tragedy. It is possible to little more than delude ourselves a bit here and a bit there, take the best and brightest thing and turn it into trash with a while reality smiles indulgently upon us, playing seasoned poison pen … or tongue.

It seems just plain wrong to keep writing junk fiction! For adult to our fantasy-filled child.

And why is this so? Words are powerful after all, are they that is what an unsheathed pen allows us to do: to write not? Have we not vigorously asserted every now and then, over unmitigated nonsense, and create lots of friction, within and the centuries, “The pen is mightier than the sword”? Do we not without. see the power of the media, even today, as they expertly turn words to spin things in strange ways that would evoke every Write less, live more How about this? I’ll stop writing nonsensical fiction and quantum physicist’s admiration, and raise every politician’s stop being a politician and lawyer rolled into one. I know I can hackles? spin the world so that North becomes South, and the sun can Journalists are not the only ones with pens though. set in the East and rise in the West, with a stroke of my elegant pen.

But the fiction doesn’t seem to help in leading a rich life.

I write, therefore I am (right) The beauty of words is that you never have to be wrong. You The pen seems to produce poverty. Put the pen down, I say! It’s can do absolutely anything that you want, and, as long as you time to live. Fictionlessly. And frictionlessly. are a decent marksman, just pull out a word-arrow from your quiver and let the arrow fly true to your target to move the reality to wherever your pleasure asks for it to be relocated to.

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A few days ago, I was in Warszawa. Midmorning: a bench, of whatever the road will teach, but also recognizing I must on the edge of a hill. Only two benches, on an understated, side keep an eye on the ball, too. strip of a green patch of trees and lawn that, taken together, Nomadic Life laid on the city’s grid in the shape of a largeish triangle, with a Travel is a spreadsheet of logistics, budgets, and mood. You mid-sized road running the length of the hypotenuse and the sloping gradients on the sides. What a feeling of great look at the details of what kind of visas work, where you possibility, the sky clear save for a few large clouds and the would have to go to get one, how much it costs, how long you other bench occupied by a pair of lads who looked like they could stay for, what the nearest opportunities might be for might leap up, any second, and have a game of hacky-sack. making a go of some kind of project… and you weigh these things. (Kind of. More often, you just go with the wind.)

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It’s okay to get lost, as long as you feel like you have a place you can tether, and in so doing feel as if you have a sort of port, a safety net, in a way. Such a thing is very hard to anticipate in today’s world, where so many people move about, and even longstanding friendships can fade. Maybe some people reading this very story will be among those of my oldest circles: North Carolina, after all, was one of the places I used to call “home.”

To those who may have wondered where I went, or why, to be honest with you, I can’t spell it out, exactly, as too much time has gone by, but if you knew me well, in those early days, then of course you would not be surprised that here I am, far So many parks. So many patches of green. I had heard from from everything known, still seeking The Way, while also other travelers along the way down from Latvia that if I went waking up to a new feeling that maybe there simply isn’t one... to Kraków, the buildings would be very pretty and the scene nomadic life, yes, there it is again, that catchall for a wanderer’s ways... this must be my jam. ripe for writing.

That I would like it. “Cool,” I said. So, here I am. Arriving Quieting on an evening train, two nights ago, gave me a new feeling of delight and rekindled my feeling of wanting to move around I write these words as I hear a familiar jazz song on the again. Must’ve been the light. Wanting to capture it at the same overhead. A kind of home, too... music. Sure, people change. time of day, last night I wandered about on a drift in the People drift, fade, and move on. “You can’t squeeze a bridge neighborhood north of the old town at the ten o’clock hour. into a milk jug,” as someone, somewhere else, in some other Nice, this. Dwindling Northern European light. My camera. moment, on some other road, had said, out of seemingly As street fell to night, I felt as if I was in a waking dream... with nowhere. Daring me to ask yet more questions. Of course, apertures... manual settings... I could make quick learning the lesson, I stopped probing into whatever irrelevant adjustments... this was all reminding me of the time I was in vector of query I was charging to... Quieting. Is also a thing. the Triangle in North Carolina shooting on film... seeing with Sine cosine tangent. And here we go. new eyes. Here is one of the pictures I made. When I got home, I remember thinking, “Wow. That was great. I shot a whole roll.” (A roll.)

Showing up. For this. This. Is the “work” part of being on Dipika Kohli the road, for me. If I have to try to put it in words, I would say “this” is the capacity to stay open, to be able to hear with your is the author of Kanishka, The Elopement, heart. Which means, mostly, waiting. and Breakfast in Cambodia.

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Personal Finances

By Mo Vidwans

It is All about Insurance

Insurance is an encompassing word and it means many different things to different people. As a Financial Planner, my focus here is going to be about all the insurances that a family would need. I am sure you all realize that the insurance needs are quite different for the various stages of our lives. This may come as a surprise to some because a common misconception is that once we have picked our insurance needs now when we are young then we don’t have to look at it again. Nothing can be further from the truth. I will explain.

Why do I Need Insurance?

Another question I get asked rather frequently is “why do I need insurance?” In other words, why do I need to spend all that money on the premiums? Actually the answer is embedded right in the definition of the word Insurance. And the answer is simply that we don’t know much about the future and we can never be able to predict with any degree of certainty what will happen tomorrow. All roads of such uncertainties (risks) lead to insurance. We cannot predict what will happen in the future but we can certainly plan for it by covering ourselves for such mishaps. That is the best we can do next to Calculate your needs for avoiding mishaps. The best your spouse and the insurance is the one that you children until the youngest never have to use. The lottery one is out of college... of Life can be well mitigated by applying the Principles of Financial Planning and Insurance is a key part of it.

Insurance needs do change substantially as you advance through life. When you are young and single, with no care in the world, you probably don’t need any insurance, except health, unless your parents think otherwise for all the pains and suffering they have gone through to raise you right and buy insurance on your life.

The real need starts when your family comes in the picture.

You have to make sure you provide for them adequately if you die suddenly, for example. As morbid as these thoughts are, those things happen and we need to be ready for it. It is traumatic as it is with you not being around but at least the family is well taken care of financially; that should be the goal.

My contention is that all young families should/must have health (goes without saying), life (for long term support) and disability (short term support) insurance. Auto and home insurance are a must as long as we own one of those.

All those who are employed generally have health insurance. Consider your and your family’s needs, especially if there are any special needs, and then choose a program accordingly. Nobody should be without health insurance. Even if you are temporarily unemployed, or for any reason cannot get health insurance through your employment, please make sure you have health insurance either via private means or through the Market Place. It could be a touch expensive but not having health insurance could be much more expensive.

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Health Savings Account (HSA) is a good option to have if offered at your workplace. It has many benefits for long term and I would urge everyone to consider that. Usually it is high deductible but low premium insurance and for a young family that may just fit the bill. The money in a HSA account is like an IRA; it grows tax-free, it is portable and it can be used for distribution even after you are over 65. Besides, any body in the family can contribute to it while you have it.

To cover your family’s needs, as mentioned above, life insurance too is a must. Assuming you are in good health and you plan on keeping yourself in good health by following an exercise and diet routine, Term life policy is the best one to have. Calculate your needs for your spouse and the children until the youngest one is out of college (and on his/her own) and that is the insurance value you need to have; generally it is not less than million dollars.

For disability, the statistics is that between the age of 25 and 45, 35 percnet of the population will go on at least a temporary disability, which is 3 to 9 months. The thinking behind the disability insurance is the same as life insurance; you get disabled albeit temporarily, income flow stops and this is where the disability insurance kicks in. The need for this diminishes when the children are adults.

Insurance Needs Change with Age

As we get older and the kids leave the nest, need for some insurance certainly goes down and we need to act accordingly.

Life and disability may not be needed for purpose it was initially bought but new needs may arise. Auto and home needs continue until you have any one of those. continued on page 112

Mo Vidwans

Vidwans is an independent, board certified financial planner. For details visit www.vidwansfinancial.com, call 984-888-0355 or write to mpvidwans@yahoo.com.

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Buy Right, Sit Tight Rational side of the investing pendulum

By Amit Rupani

How Sequence of Returns can Impact Retirement Portfolio?

Sequence of returns has very different impact to ending portfolio value during savings period than compared to withdrawal period.

Let’s check the impact with an example. We have three investors; Mr. Amar, Mr. Akbar, and Mr. Anthony. All three of them are 40 years old. Each invests $1,000,000 in a hypothetical portfolio with no additions or withdrawals until they are 65. All had an average annual return of 8% over 25 years. However, each experienced a different sequence of returns.

All three of them will go through the same sequence of returns that they experienced during saving period. Each earning on an average 8% annual return during the withdrawal period as well.

Below is how the three unique return scenarios would look like at end of 25 year withdrawal period:

Impact During Savings

Mr. Amar’s portfolio value increased from $6,848,475 to $9,469,084 while withdrawing $200,000 every year adjusted for inflation.

Mr. Akbar ran out of money during retirement while he was 89 years old.

Mr. Anthony’s portfolio value decreased from $6,848,475 to $3,850,319 while withdrawing $200,000 every year adjusted for inflation. His ending portfolio value remains 40% of Mr. Amar’s.

Mr. Amar had 22%, 14%, 16%, -2%, and -7% as his sequence of returns for first 5 years.

Mr. Akbar had -7%, -2%, 16%, 14%, and 22% as his sequence of returns for first 5 years, reverse of what Mr. Amar experienced.

Mr. Anthony had 8% return ever year for first 5 years (let’s assume he invested in a Bank CD giving flat 8% return ever year).

Each five-year sequence is repeated five times and each has an average annual return of 8%. At age 65, all had similar portfolio value of $6,848,475 with different experience in every year.

Below is how the three unique return scenarios would look like at end of 25 year saving period:

Impact During Withdrawal Our three individuals in the example have reached age 65 and are retired. Each will start to withdraw money from their portfolios every year to cover their retirement expenses. Let’s assume annual withdrawal amount to be $200,000 which is adjusted for inflation every year.

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Conclusion: The sequence of returns has no impact on the final portfolio value when you are saving. While the sequence of returns can have a critical impact on portfolio value when you are withdrawing due to the compounding effect on the annual account balances and annual withdrawal amount.

During saving period, don’t fret too much about short-term volatility in the stock markets. Just focus on being a disciplined saver without worrying much about short-term returns. One should focus on the long-term results. Some year stock market continued on page 98

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Mirror, Mirror

A Conversation From the Outside Looking in...

By Jennifer Allen

Happy Anniversary to Our Nostalgia “Memories sharpen the past; it is reality that decays.” ~ Siddhartha Mukherjee

2019 has been an interesting year, so far. Already we’ve seen some recent milestones that we can later celebrate with our children and grandchildren. The US congress has elected the most women in 2018, sworn in 2019, in history. Japan’s Emperor will abdicate the throne for the first time in 200 years.

Avengers: Endgame is now one of the most watched (and profitable) movies in cinematic history. We have six more months to go, so here’s to hoping we’ll have more to celebrate before January 1, 2020 hits our calendars.

But we have so many other milestones to remember and cherish.

Some are within our lifetime. Others are far past that, but still just as important and memorable. Each personal experience with these milestones is different. I cannot speak for the rest of you, so instead I thought I would express what some of these milestones in my lifetime mean to me.

There are a few events on these lists which I can honestly say I remember through fond nostalgia.

While I was born a few years after the Moon Landing and Woodstock (both 50 years old this year), I distinctly remember when the Berlin Wall came down and later Germany was once again one country. I was in high school ironically taking language classes in German, so we discussed these topics quite a bit. Even though I’ve never been to Germany, I had seen photos of the Wall that my parents took in the mid-1960’s. Even then it had the barbed wire, the graffiti, and the guard posts. But suddenly we saw a televised broadcast of people climbing on top of the wall and hammering away at the concrete that had been there for almost 30 years as well. We all sat and watched as suddenly there was no longer an East or West Germany.

I remember David Bowie, Bruce Springsteen and David Hasselhoff all giving concerts to inspire East German youth. I knew this would become a big part of History, and I was able to experience it.

The Y2k Scare

The Y2k Scare was a phenomenon 20 years ago. And what a beautiful disaster that was. All of us scrambling at stores to grab water, rations, camping gear and even guns by the carloads as we thought that a possible glitch in computers of changing from “99” to “00” would end the world as we knew it. It was one of the first times we fully realized just how dependent to computerized technology we as human beings had become. Clinton even hired a “Crisis Management Expert” to prevent a Y2k meltdown.

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Luckily the situation turned out to be nothing more than paranoia and all of computers flipped to “00” or “2000” without much fanfare. And we all either laugh about it now or have blocked the incident from our memory.

1999 was also the release of four very influential movies that (depending on your taste) would change cinema drastically for years after. The Sixth Sense and Fight Club both gave us some of the most unexpected plot twists ever and also elevated little known directors M. Night Shyamalan and David Fincher into superstardom. There had been movies with twists before, but these two films made the twist ending almost required for a few years to come. Fincher decided to try other things, but Shyamalan I think tried too hard to capture the magic he had with The Sixth Sense in other films and it just didn’t quite work.

Also hitting the movie screens in the summer of 1999 were The Matrix and Star Wars Episode 1. I was already pretty much established as a geek at this point, but I probably went a bit overboard when I managed to see The Matrix twice and Phantom Menace three times in theaters that summer. While the new Star Wars turned out to be not as great as people were expecting, The Matrix on the other hand practically came out of nowhere and had everyone talking about its unique (for the time) visual style and philosophical story creatively hidden behind entertaining fight choreography.

What’s also great is that for the most part, all of these titles have aged pretty well and garnered a lot of love in the form of spoofs and homages. The bullet time sequences alone from The Matrix alone have been replicated more times than I can count.

It’s already pretty scary that Facebook came into being 15 years ago. That seems like -ages- nowadays even though it’s such a tiny spec of time. I wasn’t one of those who rushed to get an account, but I was active on it around 2007 or so. At first it was great. It was a way to keep in touch with old friends and to see what my family was doing. Over time, however, as my friendlist grew the people closer to me were just part of a list and it was growing harder and harder to keep track of everyone. Eventually it turned into a long scrolling glob of memes, YouTube video links, and very little posting that was well… real. Eventually some of the real posts I saw were shifting from supportive to cruel. Abuse is still abuse no matter what medium it comes from, and so in 2015 I left and I never looked back.

I still look at it as a positive experience due to the fact there were good moments from time to time and I did connect with some amazing people on there. continued on page 98

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Immigration Matters

By Rishi P. Oza

Beginning of the End of the H-4 EAD

The Trump Administration recently submitted a proposed rule change to the Federal Register to eliminate the wildly popular Obama-era H-4 Employment Authorization Document (“EAD”). The H-4 EAD has allowed tens of thousands of H-4 spouses (mostly of Indian descent) to work lawfully in the United States while awaiting the completion of their green card processing. These spouses, often highly educated, but unable to secure their own independent work authorization, due largely to the artificially low number of H-1B visas allotted annually, have been able to use the H-4 EAD to obtain jobs in a myriad of professions, including information technology, teaching and the service industry. The Trump Administration’s proposed rule change will relegate these qualified and industrious back to the sidelines of the US economy.

Historically, H-4 spouses were not authorized to work.

This restriction was not based ...while immigration has in Congressional statute, but historically helped to fill in instead upon the US labor shortages, Congress Citizenship and Immigration has made no moves to Service’s interpretation of update H-1B...

Congressional intent (i.e. regulation).

Regulations made clear that H-4s were ineligible to apply for employment authorization and given the strict nature of the green card process, most H-4 spouses never risked working without authorization, knowing that even a simple violation could undo years and years of wait for a green card. All of these changed when the Obama Administration implemented a rule permitting H-4 spouses to work provided that their H-1B spouse had obtained an approved I-140 petition.

The I-140 serves as a foundation upon which the green card is built and securing approval typically meant that the question of whether an individual obtained permanent residency status changed from “Will I get a green card?” to “When will I get a green card?” While the I-140 approval itself does not guarantee permanent residency status, it does represent a clearing of a major hurdle in the process.

The Obama Administration recognized that the approval of the I-140 alone did not confer any particular benefit upon the H4 spouse and given Congressional intractability on any type of reasonable immigration reform. The molasses-like nature of the green card process has impacted mainly Indian and Chinese nationals, some of whom have to wait nearly a decade to receive a green card, compared to other nationals that wait 18 months.

As a result, the Obama Administration introduced the H-4 EAD rule to permit H-4 spouses to apply for two-year EADs and USCIS statistics show that an excess of 70,000 individuals have taken advantage of the H-4 EAD. As with many Obama era regulations, President Trump is taking steps to undo the deeds of his predecessor, arguing that H-4 EADs take away valuable, well-paying jobs from qualified American workers and ultimately undercut wage gains by US workers. Although statistics don’t entirely support this argument out and with employers already squeezed for finding qualified and skilled labor, the Trump Administration’s Saathee.com

approach has caused critics to argue that the recommended regulatory revision is shortsighted and will only sting an economy that is already facing a serious talent crunch.

While forcing H-4 spouses out of the workforce may help to raise wages in the short-term (employers may need to offer higher wages to attract workers with the skills demanded for the position), the Administration has not provided any coherent explanation as to where an economy already at full employment is going to replace such a number of highly skilled workers.

Moreover, while immigration has historically helped to fill in labor shortages, Congress has made no moves to update H-1B numbers that have remained stagnant since the turn of the century, despite the economy changing dramatically in that same time.

All in all, while change is always inevitable within the immigration field, immigrant rights groups and America’s business leaders alike are lamenting a decision by the Trump Administration that will markedly impact the complexion of the current labor force and the lives of countless families.

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News Notes Dances of India

Dances of India celebrated its 17th anniversary with over 30 performers at Philadelphia Presbyterian Church in Mint Hill, NC. As usual, it was a full house again bringing a diverse international crowd. The show featured classical Indian dance styles of Bharatha Natyam, Kuchipudi, and Kathak, choreographed by internationally acclaimed performer and choreographer Dr. Maha Gingrich. The dance-dramas, rhythmic dances and devotional dances captured the imagination of the audience. Attendees also enjoyed international dance styles with connections to India. The show concluded with the signature dance “Unity in Diversity” choreographed to a live international orchestra. Some members of the audience even had a chance to participate in a Jewish community dance.

Navami Jain Named Presidential Scholar

Navami Jain attended Myers Park High School for two years (freshmen and sophomore) and then attended NCSSM in Durham (Junior and Senior). She was recently named as a US Presidential Scholar. The White House Commission on Presidential Scholars selects high school scholars every year based on their academic success, artistic and technical excellence, essays, school evaluations and transcripts, along with their community service and leadership ideals. She was one of 161 students selected from the country and one of three from NC. She received her Presidential Scholar Medallion in DC in June. Jain was also one of the 40 finalists in the country for the Regeneron Science Talent Competition (formerly Intel Competition) and the only one from the Carolinas. The competition, known as the Westinghouse Science Talent Search from 1942-1997 and the Intel Science Talent Search from 1998-2016, is designed to engage and inspire the next generation of scientific leaders. It is the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors. She was awarded $25,000 and spent a week in Washington DC. Jain will attend Stanford University in the fall to pursue her undergraduate studies.

International Yoga Day Celebrated in DC

The 5th International Day of Yoga (IDY) was celebrated on Sunday, June 16 2019 at the iconic Washington Monument in Washington DC. An unprecedented number of yoga enthusiasts of all ages took part in the event, including representatives from the White House, US Department of State Saathee.com

and other Government agencies, prominent members of the diplomatic community including Ambassadors of Nepal, Mauritius and Myanmar, members of international financial institutions including the World Bank and IMF, cultural and academic institutions, think-tanks, media and the Indian diaspora.

Welcoming the participants to the Yoga Day celebrations, Ambassador Harsh Vardhan Shringla noted that yoga has been widely adopted by people all over the world, transcending linguistic and cultural boundaries, and has millions of practitioners in USA. He said that yoga promotes a message of peace and harmony between the spiritual and temporal aspects of the world, making them philosophically a part of India’s civilizational ethos, echoed in the phrase, “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” meaning, “the World is One Family”.

A guided yoga session was led by Dr. Moxraj, Teacher of Indian Culture at the Embassy of India, along with other yoga volunteers. In the run up to this year’s IDY, the Embassy had organized several curtainraiser events in collaboration with yoga organizations and yoga studios at several places in Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky and Washington DC, resulting in a record turnout for the Yoga Day celebrations.

Following the IDY event in Washington DC, an Indian Vegetarian Food Festival was organized at the Freer Sackler, the Smithsonian’s museums of Asian Art, located on the National Mall to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Food connoisseurs in large numbers participated in the vegetarian food festival and savored delicacies from various regions of India. The festival also featured several cultural performances by talented local artists.

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JAINA Biennial Convention

Every two years JAINA and a local Sangh host a biennial JAINA convention with over 4000 guests from across the world. This year JAINA will be hosting its 20th biennial convention in Ontario, California, just outside of Los Angeles. The theme for this convention is “Jain Religion in the 21st Century.” In addition to sessions on Jain Philosophy and Jain Virtues, there will be sessions and speakers on Devotion, Compassion, Transformation of Our Lives, Current Events in Jain Communities and Current World Challenges and the Role of Jainism to create well-rounded experiences for attendees. Similar themes will be programmed for the youth.

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Shankar Mahadevan to Perform at AAPI’s Annual Convention

Shankar Mahadevan, the popular awardwinning Bollywood playback singer is all set to perform at the 37th Annual AAPI Convention & Scientific Assembly to be held from July 3 – 7 2019 at the Omni Atlanta at CNN Center and Georgia World Congress Center. The 2019 At AAPI (American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin) physicians and healthcare professionals from across the country will convene and participate in the scholarly exchange of medical advances, to develop health policy agendas, and to encourage legislative priorities in the coming year. Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev (founder of Isha Foundation) and actress Preity Zinta are also slated to appear. Details, visit www.aapiconvention.org.

Fastest-Growing Cities Primarily in the South and West

The South and West continue to have the fastest-growing cities in the United States, according to new population estimates for cities and towns released in late May by the U.S. Census Bureau. Among the 15 cities or towns with the largest numeric gains between 2017 and 2018, eight were in the South, six were in the West, and one was in the Midwest.

Phoenix, Ariz., was at the top of the list with an increase of 25,288 people. Rounding out the top five with the largest population increases were San Antonio, Texas (20,824); Fort Worth, Texas (19,552); Seattle, Wash. (15,354); and Charlotte, N.C. (13,151).

Cities in the South that experienced a surge in population growth were Austin, Texas (12,504); Jacksonville, Fla. (12,153); Frisco, Texas (10,884); McKinney, Texas (9,888); and Miami, Fla. (8,884). Cities in the West were San Diego, Calif. (11,549); Denver, Colo. (11,053); Henderson, Nev. (10,759); and Las Vegas, Nev. (9,016). Columbus, Ohio (10,770), was the only city from the Midwest on the top 15 list.

Ten incorporated places exceeded the 50,000 population mark in 2018 — seven in the South, two in the West, and one in the Midwest. These cities and towns were Madison, Ala. (50,440); Maricopa, Ariz. (50,024); Bentonville, Ark. (51,111); Saathee.com

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Newark, Ohio (50,029); Stillwater, Okla. (50,391); Smyrna, Tenn.

(50,775); Leander, Texas (56,111); Little Elm, Texas (50,314); Wylie, Texas (51,585); and Lacey, Wash. (50,718).

Additionally, three cities crossed the 100,000 population mark in 2018. They were Vacaville, Calif. (100,154); San Angelo, Texas (100,215); and Kenosha, Wis. (100,164).

Big City and Small Town America The United States is a nation of both big cities and small towns. While only 4.0% (775) of all cities had a population of 50,000 or more in 2018, collectively they contained 127.1 million people — nearly 39 percent of the U.S. population. On the other hand, of the 19,495 incorporated places in the United States, around 76% (14,768) had fewer than 5,000 people.

Housing Unit Growth Remained Steady in Nearly All States The nation’s housing stock grew by 1.2 million units between 2017 and 2018, reaching 138.5 million housing units in total. The growth rate of 0.8% from 2017 to 2018 remained the same as from the previous year.

Four states gained more than 50,000 housing units between 2017 and 2018: Texas (172,000), Florida (108,000), California (104,000) and North Carolina (63,000).

Utah was the fastest-growing state in terms of housing units, with an increase of 2.2% between 2017 and 2018. Idaho had an increase of 1.9%, and Colorado and Texas had an increase of 1.6% each.

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently opened the first stage of the Waves to Water Prize, which seeks to accelerate the development of wave energy powered desalination systems and launch novel technologies to address critical water security challenges. The prize is divided into four stages, and the first concept stage is now open for applications through September 11, 2019.

“The start of the Waves to Water Prize marks an important step toward driving growth and progress in the marine energy sector as well as spurring innovation to develop desalinization technologies that will have a global impact,” said U.S. Under Secretary of Energy Mark W. Menezes. “Supplying potable drinking water is a significant challenge in many parts of the world, and we have the opportunity to use the power of competition to find lasting solutions through the development of these two industries.”

The Waves to Water prize will offer competitors up to $2.5 million in prizes for winners to advance their solutions from concept, to technical design, to the building of a prototype, and culminate in an open water testing competition, where the systems will produce clean water using only waves as power sources. The initial concept stage has $200,000 in prizes, with up to $10,000 in funding for up to 20 winners. DOE is seeking interdisciplinary solutions that are modular and easily transportable, and ultimately can serve the clean water needs of remote communities or aid in disaster relief scenarios.

The prize is the first to be launched by DOE under the White House-initiated Water Security Grand Challenge – a DOE-led framework to advance transformational technology and innovation to meet the global need for safe, secure, and affordable water.

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American Dance Festival 2019

By Dilip Barman

I can think of no better way to begin the 86th annual American Dance Festival (ADF) than with Paul Taylor, one of the major modern dance icons who passed away in 2018, and to whom this season is dedicated.

The Paul Taylor Dance Company makes its regular appearance in a few weeks, but Paul Taylor 2 opened the season in the “Icons: 3 timeless works created by 3 master choreographers” program.

Paul Taylor’s Piazzolla Caldera, a relatively recent 1997 creation, was performed, as well as Merce Cunningham’s Tread (1970), performed by Stephen Petronia Company, and Martha Graham’s Diversion of Angels (1948), performed by Graham 2.

Each of the three dances, as much as seven decades old, stood their own as contemporary pieces even in the 21st century.

I particularly liked Tread. Two electronica musicians, seemingly abstracted away from the movements above them, produced live music while perched in front of and slightly below the stage in view of the audience. Seven large fans forming a line at the front edge of the stage blew air onto the audience and the ten dancers, delightfully enjoying the full stage in playful advances and lifts.

musical director Khalid Saleem and “CommUNITY” (the other musicians). Natalie Gilbert, who holds a variety of past and present positions such as ADF music director and NC School of Science and Math music teacher, performed a surprising piano composition, A Different “Take” on the Blues, which was flawlessly performed – itself a treat – but (get this!) while lying backwards and reaching over her shoulders!

As of press time, only these two shows have been presented.

I’m quite excited about Mark Morris Dance Group’s tribute to the 50th anniversary of the iconic Beatles’ album, Sergeant Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. It is “accompanied live by an unprecedented chamber music ensemble of voice, soprano saxophone, two keyboards, theremin, and percussion” and interweaves songs from the album with blues and classical music.

Some may recall the Wondrous Women: Solos Created by the Artists for Themselves ADF 2018 program, including tap dancer and MacArthur Fellow Chapel Hill native Michelle Dorrance.

Her Dorrance Dance celebrates music and sounds of tap in SOUNDspace, originally designed for the acoustics of St. Mark’s Church in New York City.

I will have to miss what sounds like an intriguing multidisciplinary performance by Murielle Elizéon and Tommy Noonan, in which they “interweave the combined expertise of professional dancers, neuroscientists, people with Parkinson’s disease, and data informaticists”. The piece is meant to be a performance as well as research project.

We always look forward to Paul Taylor Dance Company, which rounds out June for ADF. As they often do, they will be presenting two different programs, one of which includes their powerful Promethean Fire, Paul Taylor’s reaction to the tragedy of September 11th – a reaction that, I recall from past attendance, leaves the audience with guarded hope.

The festival continues through July with performances by Pilobolus, Cuba’s Malpaso Dance Company, Rennie Harris Puremovement American Street Dance Theater and its multimedia celebration of “funk music and street dance of the 1970s … against the landscape of a video montage of African American communities of that era”, and more. Films, studio tours, and additional activities, many of which are free, are also part of ADF. A surprise this year is that the Durham Performing Arts Center, a favorite venue of mine, is being used quite minimally; more locations at Duke University are favored. Audiences seem to favor more intimate venues, and it will be interesting to see how that changes the experiences of the performances.

The ADF website www.americandancefestival.org has the details on all the events, including ticketing. If you are on twitter, I tweet about the shows @dbarman.

The second performance was not dance at all, but was the Musicians Concert. Several things about this season are changed up a bit, such as featuring this annual concert very early in the season. In addition to bringing performers to the area, ADF has a renowned school that attracts students from many states and countries. Musicians as well as faculty make Durham home while they teach students and create dances. It always feels like a lower key event, maybe a professional talent show, and sometimes the audience joins in and dances in the aisles.

There were eleven pieces, including the always rousing Note: American Dance Festival logo and images courtesy of American percussion ending by past African American Dance Ensemble Dance Festival and used with permission.

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Starring: David Tennant, Michael Sheen, Jon Hamm, Adria Arjona, Jack Whitehall, Sam Taylor Buck, Michael McKean, Miranda Richardson, and Frances McDormand as the Voice of God. Creator & lead writer: Neil Gaiman Director: Douglas Mackinnon

Adapted from the novel Good Omens: The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett

The mini-series, like the book, is written like a satire akin to reading a Douglas Adams story. The quips by Frances McDormand as the Voice of God are given in same vein as listening to the unseen narrator of A Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Universe.

Her deadpan delivery of how Crowley tends to his plants so precisely that they live in fear of him or how She explains how Famine has opened a chain of restaurants with food that isn’t even food makes you want to laugh but also makes you think.

The story pretty much follows the book, but with some expanded parts for some characters such as Jon Hamm’s Gabriel who is barely mentioned in the book and Adam’s three friends who are especially charming and help to further establish Adam as character.

While the story and the other characters are entertaining, the true joy is whenever both Michael Sheen and David Tennant are on screen together.

They are two soulmates who are so different and yet can’t seem to exist without the other. The show doesn’t go so far as to outright say they’re a couple, but they do interact like a pair who’ve been married for decades and have simply come to terms with their differences… as much as you can when both are celestials originating from opposite sides of the moral spectrum.

I think the show could have done better with maybe 1 or 2 more episodes to flesh out some of the supporting characters like each of The Four Horseman, Anathema Device (Adria Arjona), and Newton Pulsifer (Jack Whitehall) but overall it’s a great bit of fun that is truly hinged on the relationship and adventures that Crowley & Aziraphale share throughout.

Good Omens is available with all six parts released on Amazon Prime now.

Neil Gaiman seems to be busy lately. American Gods, which I’ve written about They are two before and is based on soulmates who are so arguably one of Gaiman’s best novels to date, has just different and yet finished its 2nd season at the can’t seem to exist time of writing and has already been renewed for a without the other.

3rd. So it came as quite a surprise when it was announced that he would also be adapting Good Omens, the 1990 novel he co-wrote with the equally acclaimed fantasy writer Terry Pratchett as a miniseries. Sadly we lost Terry Pratchett in 2015 from complications with Alzheimer’s disease, but not before he gave his blessing to Gaiman to move forward with an adaptation of Good Omens for TV or film.

And so when it was announced to become a miniseries on Amazon Prime, I was already excited. When it was later announced that David Tennant and Michael Sheen would be playing the two leads, my mood was then elevated to ecstatic.

Tennant plays Crowley, a hedonistic Demon with a particular love for the band Queen and classic cars.

Sheen portrays Aziraphale, a somewhat prissy Angel who prefers 3-piece suits and reading old books. The two seem to be the most unlikely pairing to become good friends, but as you find out they’ve been running into each other since literally the beginning of human existence. Crowley was the serpent who tempted Eve with the Apple. Aziraphale in turn gave Adam his weapon (a flaming sword) to protect him and Eve as they were cast out from Eden.

The story itself revolves around the coming of the AntiChrist, Adam (Sam Taylor Buck), who will come into his own and destroy the world once he turns 11 years-old. There’s a series of oddball misadventures involving a baby mixup, introducing The Four Horsemen (with Pollution replacing Pestilence), a witch hunter (Michael McKean with a Scottish brogue) obsessed with nipples, and reading passages from a prophecy book written by a witch named Agnes Nutter; all of which are bound to come true.

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Watching my children grow as learners in this country has been an educational experience for me too. A few years ago, the Principal at my children’s elementary school remarked that he and his staff were impressed by how respectful Indian and Indian American students were. As I chatted about some of the cultural differences, he requested that I share more information with the school’s teachers to provide some cross-cultural knowledge. During the presentation, I saw a lot of head nods and “aha” moments as they were able to understand the context behind the behaviors.

One of the best features about the US is compulsory education. Nothing with the term compulsory sounds good, but in my humble opinion despite its imperfections, education provides an opportunity to level the playing field. On the flip side, state sponsored education is also affected by politics.

Teacher pay, selection and training become the subject of public scrutiny and endless debate. Often, when discussions and decisions regarding teaching are made, the opinions and ideas of teachers are overlooked. Interference by helicopter parents and over-confident students, not only aggravate teachers but they also corrode the importance of fair teachers in the eyes of students. It undermines the value of countless teachers who do an exceptional job under very trying circumstances.

Ruminations on these cross-cultural experiences compelled me to ask myself these critical questions: Our children spend a large part of their waking hours in schools and receive instruction from individuals who have the power to influence them at an impressionable age. Wouldn’t you want those individuals to be the best in their profession?

Stepping into parenthood made my husband and I, teachers by default and we know that fear is not conducive to learning and neither is complete conformity. In our experience the best environment is that of mutual respect. Shouldn’t we commit to hiring teachers who deserve respect and treat their students as worthy individuals?

Isn’t it time we put our money where our mouth is? If we want our children to excel in education to pave the way for a successful adulthood, then we must make recruitment and retention of competent teachers a priority.

Skepticism about the prestige of famous universities, that were citadels of learning, has arisen due to bribery scandals.

The value of traditional college education itself is being challenged. Isn’t it critical that we identify what education truly means to us?

On our part, let’s vow to respect and value our worthy teachers and gurus.

prices, ubiquitous nature, and being able to grow underground by sacrificing their own parts, they helped expand the population of Europe. They were the victims and their name has been unfairly tarnished in history books. It should be renamed the Irish Famine not Irish Potato Famine.

I only have one regret in my life. Growing up in India, I never got to play with Mr. Potato Head. However, I have seen Mr. Potato Head in action — how he brings smiles to the faces of children, adults and senior citizens. I think he alone can unite this country.

I believe that if any candidate, a Republican, a Democrat, or an Independent, dresses up as Mr. Potato Head and runs for the office of the President of the United States, he or she will get unanimous votes. Our country will be united once again.

That is the pedigree of potatoes.

You really have to look beneath the surface and understand all the sacrifices that potatoes have made. I think potatoes are omnipotent, omniscient and omnipresent. If I were one of the founding fathers, instead of saying, “In God We Trust” I would say, “In Potatoes We Trust.”

This past Memorial Day weekend, I was lounging on the sofa at my home in Los Angeles. I was looking out the backyard and admiring the vast metropolis, this magnificent city. Right at that time, my wife came back after doing grocery shopping.

I told her, I just had a dream. She smiled and said, “Let me guess? Potatoes. Let’s get you some aloo-paranthas.” And she pulled those beautiful things out of the grocery bag.

I asked if she can make aloo-tikki instead as it resembled the potato balls I had in the hotel in Cairo. While enjoying the tikkis’s and looking at the tall NBC Universal building in the distance, I thought it would have been fun if they had made it in the shape of a pyramid.

I also realized that my affair with potatoes have actually strengthened our marriage. My love for my wife has magnified because of her ability to make a montage of culinary treats with potatoes as the protagonist. And that is the strongest basis for a healthy, long lasting marriage; yet another virtue of the potato!

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It’s been five years since we lost the comedic genius that was Robin Williams. I’ve loved his work ever since he was on Mork and Mindy. Now I am sad that he is no longer with us, and the circumstances of his death were extremely tragic. However, I cannot help but feel uplifted any time I see old clips of him in film, TV or standup. He simply had an aura and a mind that would always work like a clock… tick-tocking away in order to string right words together to make people laugh. Robin Williams’ purpose in life was to make us feel, and I simply cannot be sad because he was so perfect at it.

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Community Organizations Greensboro

Art of Living (Greensboro) Uncover the strength, peace, and joy at the core of every human being. Courses are offered in Chapel Hill, Raleigh, and Greensboro which cover breathing techniques to eliminate stress; skills for improving relationships; practical wisdom; insight into the laws that govern the emotions; low-impact yoga and the breathing-based technique called Sudarshan Kriya, or the healing breath.

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BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Greensboro Features Sunday Sabhas: Shishu (Toddlers) sabha: 4 - 5pm; Bal/Balika sabha: 4:15 - 5:30pm; Kishore sabha: 2 - 3:30pm; Main sabha: 4 - 6pm; Gujarati classes: 2:30 - 3:45pm and Arti at 6pm followed by Mahaprasad. Fresh Shayona snacks available on Sundays.

For Further Details: 336.355.9798 bapsgreensboro@gmail.com 922 Gallimore Dairy Road, High Point, NC www.baps.org/Greensboro Gujarati Cultural Association of Piedmont (GCAP) The Gujarati Cultural Association of Piedmont serves the Asian Indian community through sponsored events, cultural, educational and social programs.

For Further Details: Janak Patel - 919.799.1603 127 Landmark Drive, Greensboro, NC www.gcap.us

India Association of the Triad (IATNC) Promotes social, cultural and educational interests, develops understanding between members of the Indian community and other residents of the Triad area, and make the latter aware of issues of concern to the Indian community.

For Further Details: committee@iatnc.org www.iatnc.org

Indian Association of the Carolinas (IAC) IAC promotes Indian culture by hosting community events, Diwali and Garba and similar celebration and sports events.

Their Center is located in Winston-Salem.

For Further Details: Gopal - 336.509.5943 Hasmukh - 336.971.5594 (Membership Help) indianac14@gmail.com www.indianac.org

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the culture, traditions, and arts of India. Specifically, IASNC promotes Indo-American cultural, arts and sports events and also school-based volunteering activities.

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Indo-US Cultural Association of Winston-Salem Increase awareness of the cultural heritage of India which is tremendously rich in its diversity and history. Association seeks to reach out to the Indian-American community within the Piedmont and Triad areas to share the vibrant Indian culture and promote cross-cultural understanding.

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Life Mission, USA This ashram has been established to provide physical, mental, emotional and spiritual benefits. All these benefits can be achieved through the natural remedies of yoga therapy, Ayurveda, naturopathy and diet.

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Sri Mata Hindu Temple of North Carolina Working to meet the community’s religious, spiritual, and cultural Needs. Panchayatana Puja is the system of worship in the Smarta Sampradaya of Hinduism. It is said to have been introduced by Sri Adi Shankara. Weekdays: 6:30 - 7:30pm; Sat & Sun: 10:30am - 12:30pm.

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Sri Sathya Sai Baba Center (Greensboro) The Sri Sathya Sai Baba Center regularly conducts Sai Bhajans, Study Circles, various service activities and SSE classes (for students) every Sunday from 9:45am - 12:15pm.

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Community Organizations Raleigh

AABAJ (American Association of Bihar and Jharkhand) Organized to bring together the Indian diaspora connected with Bihar and Jharkhand. AABAJ celebrates Holi, Diwali, Chatth and other festivities while promoting and sensitizing the unique culture, music and cuisine from Bihar and Jharkhand. Also conducts Yoga and Art classes, and provides learning opportunities for the next generation.

For Further Details: Pragyan Shrivas 919-371-2800 Samarendra Kishore 919-438-0009 aabajmail@gmail.com

Art of Living (Raleigh) Art of Living gives practical knowledge and techniques to unlock deepest potential and bring fullness to life. The techniques are effective in reducing stress and increase health, physical energy, enthusiasm, self-esteem, and clarity of mind.

Advance courses are also available. Art of Living founder Sri Sri Ravishankar’s mission is to create a stress-free society.

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Assamese Association of North Carolina AANC promotes understanding of Assamese culture and language. AANC celebrates festivals and organizes cultural activities like Bihu Dance, music, songs and social events with Assamese culture. Everyone from Assam as well as anyone with any connection to or interest in Assamese culture is welcome.

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BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir (Raleigh) Dedicated to improving society through individual growth by fostering Hindu ideals of faith, unity, and selfless service. Daily Arti - 7am & 6:30 pm; Weekly Satsang Sabha held every Sunday which includes Bhajans and spiritual discourses: Adults: 4pm, Young Men (Ages 23-36) - 3pm, Young Women (Ages 23-36) 4pm, Teens - 4:30pm, and Children - 5pm.

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Bengali Association of North Carolina (BANC) BANC seeks to promote Bengali culture, language, music, arts and social activities by offering varieties of programs for members of Indian-American community within North Carolina and adjacent states. The association is organized exclusively for charitable, cultural, social and educational purposes.

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Chinmaya Mission Raleigh-Durham (CM RDU) Founded by Swami Chinmayananda and dedicated to spreading the knowledge of Vedanta and other Hindu scriptures and to provide individuals with the practical means for spiritual growth and happiness. CM RDU conducts weekly discourses (Satsanga-s) and study groups for adults, and classes for youth (Yuvakendra) and children (Bala Vihar).

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Dada Bhagwan Foundation (Raleigh) Every living being seeks happiness. This search ends only when the source of eternal happiness is found. It can be attained through realizing your true Self. A path to eternal happiness was discovered by Gnani Purush A. M. Patel, also known as Dada Bhagwan and revealed to the world as Akram Vignan, a spiritual science. This is based on the foundation of Self Realization. Satsangs at HSNC, Sat 5 - 7pm, followed by Aarti and Prasad.

For Further Details: 877.505.3232 x 1003 wcraleigh@us.dadabhagwan.org 309 Aviation Pkwy, Rooms 5 & 6, Morrisville, NC www.dadabhagwan.org

Datta Yoga Center (Raleigh) Spreads the teachings of Sadguru Sri Ganapathi Sachchidananda Swamiji. Activities: Namasankeertana Bhajans written, composed and sung by Pujya Sri Swamiji.

Kriya yoga classes conducted by trained teachers from India.

The group meets on the first Sat of every month and every major festival for Satsang and Namasankeertana (divine singing).

For Further Details: Suresh and Madhavi Kota - 919.434.1604 www.dycusa.org

Duke Diya A student organization and forum for interaction through events relating to South Asian Americans and anyone interested in South Asian culture, politics or economics. Duke Diya represents the six major nations of South Asia: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. Social events like mixers and semiformals, especially with other Duke cultural groups and S. Asian organizations at UNC and NC State, are organized.

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EKTAA Student Organization (NCSU) EKTAA (meaning unity) is the South Asian Student Organization at NC State. The motto is “unity within diversity.” EKTAA strives to spread culture and heritage of South Asia on campus as well as the local community and works hand-in-hand with many organizations on and off the

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Community Organizations NCSU campus, as well as South Asian organizations from area universities.

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Geet Bazaar Radio (NCSU) Sundays from 10am - 12pm on WKNC 88.1 FM, join hosts Afroz Taj and John Caldwell, for a variety of music from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and beyond. They specialize in the music of the Indian film industry including ghazals, qawwalis, bhajans, and Indi-Pop. Listen worldwide using the NC State Student Media App or live streaming on wknc.org.

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GEM Raleigh Church of God Come and join in every Sunday from 10:45am to 1pm. They have worship services, prayer meetings, Sunday school, and much more.

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Gokul Bhajan & Vedic Studies (Raleigh) Weekly satsang singing bhajans and glorifying Lord Krishna are held Fridays 7pm - 9pm at the HSNC in Morrisville, NC with a dinner afterwards. Gokulam Learning Center in Durham every 1st & 3rd Saturday from 5pm - 9pm. Children learn slokas, skills, manage and lead projects such as book distribution, charity for cow protection, food for the poor, and prison seva.

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Gurdwara Atlantic Coast Sikh Association Meets Sundays for Diwans along with Akhand Paths celebrated on appropriate dates. Classes for Punjabi and religious studies are held for children at the same time.

For Further Details: Yadvinder Singh - 919.477.7035 3108 Sparger Road, Durham, NC acsikhassociation.org

Heartfulness Meditation (Triangle) A simple, heart-based system of meditation centered on the supremacy of heart that helps one realize the ultimate potential within oneself. Regular practice under capable guidance enables aspirants to progressively experience the sublime presence of the divine in their daily lives. It is offered free to seekers worldwide through Shri Ram Chandra Mission. In the Triangle area, group meditations are held on Sun at 8:30am & Wed at 7pm.

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Heritage India Association of NC (HIANC) HIANC provides Indian cultural experience through performing and cultural arts, fine arts & crafts of India. Its mission is “to preserve and promote Indian heritage and culture.” HIANC presents several annual events such as Heritage India Festival in April, Gandhi Jayanti in October, Children’s Day in November, and participates in the International Festival of Raleigh in October.

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Hindi Vikas Mandal of NC The Mandal, based in the Raleigh-Triangle area, promotes study and appreciation of Hindi and strives to foster Indian culture and traditions through Hindi. HVM has special focus on the youth for the preservation of heritage. Every year HVM organizes Kavisammelan (Poetry Reading); Independence Day, Dushera and a members’ picnic. HVM also conducts weekly Hindi classes (10:30 - 11:30am on Saturdays) at HSNC for children.

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Hindu Society of North Carolina The temple is open daily from 7am - 9pm. Morning Aarti: MonFri 10.30am, Sat-Sun 10am. Evening Aarti: Mon-Fri 7pm, SatSun 6pm. All major religious celebrations are observed. Facility rentals are also available. Activities: Yoga, Hinduism and Meditation classes; Weekend Community Classes: Jain pathshala, Hindi classes, Sanskar Gurkul Classes, Tamil classes, Balmukund classes; Youth Affairs: Ohm Squad is the youth wing of HSNC involved in the youth activities like camp, games, and arts.

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HumSub HumSub is dedicated to sharing the social and cultural traditions of India with the residents of the Research Triangle Park and North Carolina.

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Immanuel Assembly of God A full Gospel Christian church serving the Indian / South Asian community in the Raleigh. Service is offered Sundays at 10:30am & Bible Study is Wednesdays at 7pm.

For Further Details: Pastor Sam Daniel (919.442.8537) thechurch@immanuelassembly.org samimmanuelag@gmail.com 5419 S. Alston Ave, Durham, NC www.immanuelassembly.org

Indian Classical Music & Dance Society (ICMDS) ICMDS is dedicated to promoting Indian classical music and dance in the Triangle area by inviting top artists from all over the world to perform.

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International Community Church ICC is a worship center for people from India and neighboring countries. Church services at Reedy Creek Baptist Church.

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International Hindi Association IHA promotes Hindi language and literature and has chapters all over the United States. The Raleigh Chapter periodically organizes Kavi Sammelans with local and indigenous talents.

Open to those interested in listening to poetry or in reciting poetry.

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ISKCON of NC (Hillsborough) New Goloka temple is a member of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. Visitors are welcome have darshan of Sri Sri Radha Golokananda. Every Sun at 4pm, there is a special program consisting of arati, kirtan, Bhagavad-gita discourse, and a prasadam feast. Also provides educational classes and programs for children and adults. Daily Darshan at 4:30 - 5am, 7:15am - 1pm, 4:15 - 5:45pm, 7 - 8pm. Sat and Sun Darshan open from 7:15am - 8pm.

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Jain Study Center of North Carolina (JSCNC) The JSCNC was organized to study and understand Jain religion, philosophy, rituals, and literature and to educate children. The center participates in many activities for youths and adults, where an environment is created making members feel like a part of the family. Jain pathshala and swadhyay are held routinely for children and adults.

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Kiran, Inc. Kiran serves and empowers South Asian victims of domestic violence in NC by helping them rebuild their lives and ending the cycle of violence. Although domestic violence is rarely talked about, it is a rampant and preventable public health problem. Kiran promotes healthy family relationships and raises awareness on the prevalence of domestic violence through outreach and advocacy. Core services comprise of a 24 hour free and confidential hotline, crisis counseling, legal advocacy, translation assistance, resource referrals, and other culturally sensitive services.

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Krishnadham USA The mission is to foster richness of Hindu heritage in children and to provide experiences on cultural values to visitors and residents alike under the guidance of Vaishnavacharya Shri Dwarkeshlalji Mahoday. Satsangs and monthly manoraths celebrate various Pushtimargiya festivals. They meet at 4000 Bearcat Way, Suite 102 in Morrisville, NC on Sat from 5:30pm to 7:00pm for Satsang.

For Further Details: Hemant Sura - 919.608.2412 krishnadham.nc@gmail.com 795 Beaver Creek Road in Apex, North Carolina

Maitri (NCSU) A student organization at NC State that aims at unifying various cultures at university while working to help and support Indian students at NC State, but also creates opportunities for them to immerse in the global culture while retaining their rich Indian identity.

For Further Details: maitri.ncsu@gmail.com www.maitrincsu.org

North Carolina Pakistani-American Anjuman The NCPAA is a non-political, cultural and social organization that strives to promote the presence of the people from Pakistan living in the Triangle area. Their mission is to provide cultural and social interaction for the families and individuals of the Pakistani community and to offer a variety of programs and services to its members. For Further Details: www.ncpaa.org

North Carolina Tamil Christian Fellowship The Tamil Christian Fellowship meets in Morrisville/Cary/Apex, North Carolina twice a month for worship, study and prayer.

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Community Organizations India. It continues to evolve, grow and works to meet the continually changing needs of the children it educates. The NC chapter actively aims to collaborate with individuals, local organizations and community associations and seeks ideas, volunteers and resources to deliver the vision of “Every Child in School and Learning Well.”

For Further Details: Sri Rajgopalan - rajagoph@yahoo.com Ravi Sundarajan- ravisrajan@yahoo.com www.prathamusa.org

Radha Krishna Temple of NC Organizes keertans/chantings, havan, pooja, abshik, bhog, aratis, and all day festivities.

For Further Details: 919.685.0447 or 919.306.3175 635 Hollands Chapel Road, Apex NC

Raleigh Sai Center Parthi Sai devotees meet Sundays from 4 - 6:15pm in the MiniHall of Hindu Bhavan in Morrisville. There is also a study circle, Bhajan Practice, Veda Chanting between 4 - 5pm depending on the week, followed by bhajans from 5 - 6:15pm.

The center carries out several service activities as well, including Human Values Education (SSE) classes for children.

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Raleigh Won Buddhism Meditation Center A modern expression of Buddhism stressing equality between the sexes, between the ordained and laity and teaches practical spirituality of both mind and body. Sundays from 5-6:30pm, various forms of meditation are taught. Also contemplate and discuss practical dharma teachings. Thursdays from 7-8:15pm is the opportunity to rest and restore. Meditations include Qigong, deep silent sitting, and lying down relaxation.

For More Details: 919.933.6946 ncwonbuddhism@gmail.com 2816 Pleasant Union Church Road, Raleigh, NC www.WonBuddhismNC.org

Ramakrishna Vedanta Society of NC The Society draws inspiration from the philosophical wisdom of the Vedanta as practiced and preached in the modern day

by Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Sarada Devi and Swami Vivekananda.

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For Further Details: 919.412.8304 vedantanc@gmail.com 3109 Globe Road Morrisville, NC www.vedantanc.org

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RTP Tamil Catholic Association Formed by Catholics hailing from Tamil Nadu, the objectives are to support Tamil Catholics in worship through regular Roman Catholic mass and prayer, celebration of religious feasts and festivals and to pass on this tradition to future generations.

Also active with religious instructions in Tamil, support for Tamil heritage and charitable causes. Meets the 3rd Sunday every month at St. Lourdes Matha Church to recite the rosary and celebrate the holy mass.

For Further Details: rtptamilcatholic@gmail.com 1400 Vision Drive, Apex, NC www.rtptamilcatholic.org

Sahaja Meditation Meetings, seminars and workshops are available in Raleigh.

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For Further Details: balaram.krishna@gmail.com 919.757.3135 www.sahajamediation.com

Sewa RTP Sewa RTP, a chapter of Sewa International, organizes activities ranging from local community service to fundraisers for developmental projects in India. Sewa RTP has following activities on monthly basis: Sewa Day, Workshops / Seminars, Assisting Community in Emergency situations, Chapter Meetings - 3rd Thursday of every month.

For Further Details: www.sewausa.org/chapter/raleigh/raleigh-overview

Shree Swaminarayan Hindu Temple (ISSO) ISSO’s objective is to advance the Sanatan Dharma in accordance with the principles and teachings of the Original Shree Swaminarayan Sampradaya. A weekly “Satsang Sabha” is held every Saturday (5-8pm), which includes Kirtan bhakti, Katha, Aarti and Mahaprasad. Open daily 8am to 12pm and 4pm to 9pm; Daily Sandhya Aarti: 7pm.

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Community Organizations South Indian Fine Arts Academy (SIFAA) SIFAA works to arrange and promote concerts and performances in the Triangle and Triad areas, concentrating on Carnatic music.

For Further Details: sifaa.music@gmail.com www.sifaa.org

Sri Shirdi Saibaba Mandir of NC The Mandir promotes Sai philosophy and facilitates worship and services similar to Shirdi SaiBaba Temple, located in ShirdiIndia. This organization is dedicated to sponsoring and supporting religious, spiritual, cultural, educational and charitable activities in the US and abroad.

For Further Details: 919.386.1085 info@shirdisaimandirnc.org 1150 NW Maynard Road, Cary, NC www.shirdisaimandirnc.org

SV Temple of North Carolina The temple, a tribute to Lord Venkateswara and his consorts, is designed to exacting standards of shilpa shasthra and features the only shrine in N. America to incorporate abodes to Lord Viswaksena and Lord Sudarshana/Lord Narasimha as part of Srinivasa Parivaram. The temple rituals are performed in accordance with Pancharathra Agama Shastra.

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Tamil Cultural Association of North Carolina (TCA NC) TCA NC was formed for the purpose of providing youths with exposure to Tamil culture. Everyone is invited to join TCA and become part of the organization promoting Tamil culture in the Triangle area.

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Triangle Area Telugu Association (TATA) TATA is committed to building a vibrant Telugu Community and promoting Telugu culture and language in the Triangle area of North Carolina.

For Further Details: www.triangletelugu.org

Triangle Bangladesh Society (TBSNC) TBSNC strives to arrange musical programs by artists who have captured the hearts and minds of millions of Bengali, Urdu and Hindi-speaking music fans all around the globe.

For Further Details: Ishtiaquem@gmail.com www.tbsnc.org

Triangle Gujarati Association (TGA) TGA’s mission is to promote and serve Gujarati culture in the Triangle area by organizing various events and programs throughout the year and impart Gujarati culture and language on the youth.

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Triangle Vegetarian Society (TVS) The mission of TVS is to build a sense of community between current vegetarians and those interested in vegetarianism and have a forum for a discussion of issues. TVS was formed promote the nutritional, ethical, environmental, and other aspects of vegetarianism. Build a sense of community among people of varying interests in plant-based diets, encouraging healthy and sustainable.

For Further Details: barman@cs.unc.edu www.trianglevegsociety.org

Triangle Vipassana Meditation Vipassana, which means to see things as they are, is one of India’s most ancient techniques. Group sittings are held every Saturday and are only meant for students who have completed 10-day Vipassana course as taught by S N Goenka.

For Further Details: Hitesh & Vaibhavi Parekh - 732.213.9660 / 919.601.3555 carync.sittings@gmail.com www.dhamma.org

Urdu Majlis The Triangle’s Urdu Literary Society meets monthly on the campus of UNC Chapel Hill and the life and works of major South Asian poets are discussed as well as opportunities to share original poetry and writing. Urdu Majlis is co-sponsored by the Carolina Asia Center and the South Asia Section of the UNC Department of Asian Studies. It has no political or religious affiliations.

For Further Details: Afroz Taj - taj@unc.edu - 919.851.1119 Seema & Ashraf Faruqi - seemafaruqi@hotmail.com 919.596.4792

Vaishnav Samaj of Triangle Area A group of like-minded devotees who meet for religious worship and understand Pushti Marg Principles at large.

Bhajan recitations are held 2nd Sunday of the month from 46pm and seniors are requested to encourage youngsters to participate.

For Further Details: Arvindbhai Shah - 919.233.7677 Vithalbhai Shah - 919.803.9027

Vraj Education Raleigh Kendra The Kendra is conductis weekly teaching of Hinduism and Pushtibhakti Marg backed by Vraj Temple Pennsylvania.

Raleigh Vaishnav children get an opportunity to recognize, learn, and exercise Pushtimarg guidelines and leverage rich Shri Vallabh Mahaprabhuji heritage to improve lives.

For Further Details: vraj.raleigh@gmail.com www.facebook.com/VrajEducationCenter/

Won Buddhism Meditation Temple A modern, simplified expression of Buddhism that stresses equality between the sexes, the ordained and laity and teaches practical spirituality of mind and body. Join on Saturdays and Sundays from 10-11:30am for meditation, chanting, Qi-gong

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Community Organizations exercise and practical dharma talks. The primary teacher is Rev. Wow-Gong.

For More Details: 919.933.6946 ncwonbuddhism@gmail.com 8021 Old NC 86, Chapel Hill, NC www.WonBuddhismNC.org

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Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation of India Ekal was established to help in the development of the remote tribal and rural villages in India. Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation of USA is committed to the cause of eradicating illiteracy from tribal areas. Education is the key to self-esteem, self-sustenance, and economic freedom. The Carolinas Region of the EVFI USA conducts fundraising and awareness programs in Raleigh & Columbia.

For Further Details: Southeast Regional President: Chander M. Aggarwal cmaggarwal44@gmail.com - 407.454.3739 Carolinas Regional President: Janak Dalal jaydalalcolumbia@gmail.com - 803.665.4050

Hindu Society of Eastern NC (Greenville, NC) The temple celebrates major festivals and holds regular bhajan seesions and Geeta study.

For Further Details: Temple - 252.752.2670 B.S. Srivatsa - 508.654.0360 Hindutemplenc@gmail.com

ISKCON Temple of the Holy Name in Prabhupada Village The Temple, situated in a peaceful, rural area, is a member of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON).

Come and take darshan of Sri Sri Parama Karuna Nitai Gaurasundara from 5am-7:30pm, 7 days a week and special program held every Sunday at 3pm with arati and kirtan, bhajans, discourse on the Bhagavad-gita, As It Is, and a pure vegetarian feast - all free. Festivals are celebrated year round.

For Further Details: 336.593.2322 tothn@iskconpv.org 1283 Prabhupada Rd. Sandy Ridge, NC www.iskconpv.org

Nuv Yug Nuv Yug is a cultural organization with a mission to promote awareness of Indian cultural arts and heritage while striving to create synergy among various cultural groups from the South Asian region.

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Prabhupada Village A rural, devotional community, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge. Inspiration and guidance is derived from the books, letters, and lectures of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the Founder-Acharya of ISKCON, The International Society for Krishna Consciousness.

Following Srila Prabhupada’s example, spiritual values in order to achieve happiness, prosperity and spiritual fulfillment are taught. Serving Hindu communities, visiting homes for fellowship, worship, scriptural study, and kirtan, facilitate spiritual festivals, Bhagavad-gita discussions, puja, and vegetarian cooking.

For Further Details: 336.593.8108 or 336.593.3031 sarvadrik@gmail.com www.prabhupadavillage.com

Sacred River Cow Sanctuary The sanctuary is a goshala in the foothills near Iskcon’s Temple of the Holy Name. Connect with nature, discover the joy of cow seva, and introduce your children to the importance of cows in Vedic culture. To arrange a visit or Pooja, call 336-339-3070.

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Sri Somesvara Temple (Asheville) The temple is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western NC. It is a Vedic Shiva temple at the center of Mount Soma, a community commonly referred to as “Mount Kailash of the West.” People travel great distances to experience Sri Somesvara’s powerful Linga, profound silence, and timeless vibrations. The temple is open every day from 9:30am to 6:30pm. Aarti is at 6pm.

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Personal Finances continued from page 76

We all have this misconception that auto accidents, serious health issues, sudden death, unexpected disability and any such mishap will not happen to us and they happen only to others. It is our prerogative to carry this impression, if we must, but only when we are prepared for those sad events just in case.

You have heard the old saying “Man proposes and God disposes.” So cover your foibles and misconceptions with proper insurance.

Shop Around for Insurance

One thing I must point out to you before I stop. I have preached time and again that for all these insurances we must go out and shop around for fresh quotes every three to five years. Finally, I had to swallow the bitter medicine of my own advice recently.

I started noticing that my auto and home insurance premiums are going up and for no obvious reasons. I started comparing my previous years’ statements and noticed that they have been inching up and up every year ever so surreptitiously.

So I started shopping around and got much better quotes for the same or better coverage. A sound wake-up call indeed.

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40s. I can’t speculate on what impacted her early death, but yes, that’s another side of the debate.

Like abortion, feminism as a movement seems to become more relevant, and consequently more divisive and volatile in the surprisingly pluralistic world that is taking root around us.

It appears I argue the complexities of what appears black and white to proponents of “-isms” on a weekly basis now. I want abortion to stay a choice (albeit a tough one for many). I want pay equity. I have known countless Asian men (myself included) who found out five years out that they were earning $20,000/year less than the white woman next to them. That’s a different animal. That’s our failure to negotiate with a ravenous, uber-capitalist, and often white male management culture.

That’s our complexes, and us translating dollars to rupees and thinking that’s pretty good; that’s our frugal nature knowing we can live on whatever the boss decides.

I pay the same without gender bias, but some forms of physical labor are ill-suited for a certain segment of society just as I am ill-suited to cut down a 200,000 lb. oak tree. I have run into very strong females in manufacturing, and men who couldn’t handle UPS delivery jobs. To me, gender is irrelevant, but in the legal, federally-mandated embrace of “-isms,” I have to hire an overweight guy in a wheelchair drinking a slurpy to take 2,000 lbs. of printing across town…and smile as I miss client deadlines. What, somebody tell me, is the true reality?

Maybe it’s better to stay in the man cave, than to force a friendly smile for folks who are deciding for all of us at whitecollar cocktail parties.

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Nutrition

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Sustaining a healthier planet will require considerably reducing the amount of food loss and waste, and improving farming practices and technologies. A shift towards a more plant-based diet and reducing the total consumption of animal foods will have a positive effect on the greenhouse gases and carbon foot print on the planet. A plant-based diet could also reduce other environmental impacts, such as those from fertilizers, and save up to quarter use of farmland and water.

We need to change this huge dependency on animal proteins. The Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations has stated that legumes and pulses such as beans, lentils and peas are the most sustainable protein sources on the planet.

They require very small amounts of water to grow, they can grow in harsh, dry climates, they grow in poor nations, providing food security, and they act like a natural fertilizer, capturing nitrogen from the air and fixing it in the soil. Thus, there is less need for synthetic fertilizers. These are the types of protein sources we need to rely upon more often.

According to the recommendations, the Planetary Health Diet is a flexible blueprint on how to consume a diet that is both healthy and sustainable. The Planetary Health Diet recommends more than double the global average daily consumption of foods like fruits, non-starchy vegetables, legumes, and nuts.

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groups were well below the national median for Asian Americans, including the two with the lowest median household incomes – Nepalese ($43,500) and Burmese ($36,000).

As with education and income, poverty rates vary widely among Asians in the U.S. Asians overall had a poverty rate of 12.1 percent in 2015, 3 percentage points lower than the U.S. poverty rate (15.1 percent). Bhutanese (33.3 percent) and Burmese (35.0 percent) had the highest poverty rates among all Asian origin groups – more than twice the national average and more than four times the poverty rates among Filipinos and Indians (both 7.5 percent).

Immigrants make up a higher share of some Asian origin groups than others. Among all Asians in the U.S., nearly sixin-ten were foreign born in 2015, significantly larger than the

Planetary Health plate: • Half a plate of vegetables and fruits • Quarter plate of whole grains • Quarter plate of plant proteins (beans, lentils, pulses) • Small quantity of unsaturated plant oils, nuts/seeds and starchy vegetables • If animal proteins need to be consumed, they should in very small quantities • Reduce consumption of refined sugars and packaged processed foods • Follow mindful eating; prevent food waste

immigrant share among Americans overall (13 percent) and other racial and ethnic groups that same year.

Some Asian groups arrived as immigrants more recently than others. For instance, 85 percent of Burmese in the U.S. are foreign born, and many of them arrived as refugees starting in 2007. Eightin-ten Burmese immigrants (81 percent) have been in the country for 10 years or less.

Other ways to be sustainable: But not all U.S. Asian groups have high foreign-born shares. For • Stop/reduce use of plastic; bring your own reusable instance, the first Japanese immigrants came to the U.S. in the 19th shopping bags • Reduce use of plastic/foam cups; carry your own reusable century as plantation workers in what is now the state of Hawaii.

More recently, fewer Japanese immigrants have arrived to the U.S. water bottle and coffee mug compared with other Asian origin groups. This history is reflected • Stop using plastic straws in the low share of Japanese Americans who are immigrants (27 • Eat local produce percent). Additionally, among Japanese immigrants, two-thirds (64 • Take shorter showers percent) have been in the country for more than 10 years.

• Walk if you can Among Asian immigrants, 58 percent have become U.S. • Save paper citizens, though naturalization rates vary widely. Nearly eight-in• Eat a more plant-based diet ten Hmong and Vietnamese immigrants are U.S. citizens (77 Hope you each are able to make some of these necessary percent and 75 percent), the highest shares among U.S. Asian changes for making sure our planet can be sustainable for the groups. Differences in naturalization rates reflect how long immigrants have lived in the U.S. Large numbers of Vietnamese future the generations. and Hmong arrived in the U.S. as refugees starting in the 1970s and have had more time to naturalize. By contrast, many Bhutanese The Lancet Commission proposes a fivefold strategy: • Campaigns and pricing policies to promote sustainable have arrived in the U.S. as refugees starting in 2008 (98 percent of Bhutanese immigrants have been in the U.S. for 10 years or less) sources • A shift from high-volume crops to a greater variety of and only 6 percent have naturalized, the lowest share of any group. nutrient-rich plants For more information on Asians in the U.S., see Pew Research • Appropriate agricultural practices Center’s detailed fact sheets (www.pewresearch.org/topics/asian• Careful governance of land and ocean use, along with americans) for each national origin group for the analysis. protection of natural areas For more details on Pew Research Center’s work, visit • Concerted attempt to reduce food wastage www.pewresearch.org.

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Make words using 4 or more letters. The central letter must be used in each word. Letters cannot be used more than once per word.

Use all letters for the subject word (underlined in solutions below) 9 + = Excellent; 6 to 8 words = Good; 5 or less = keep looking.

Words we found are in solutions below.

Dadaji’s Short Story Beware the Thug

A balding man was carrying a large cannister filled with milk. He was a simple man and generally lacked common sense. He strolled carrying the milk to his routine stops when he saw a man who was known to be thug.

The man stopped and spoke to the thug, “I have a problem. Will you please provide me a solution?” The thug agreed to hear as he had eyes on his big cannister of milk.

The man said: “Every morning when I wake up, I feel drunk.

My head spins and I have a hangover. I don’t know why. Can you help me?”

Thug: “Let me think. What do you generally eat or drink before you go to sleep?”

The man said, “I drink a big glass of milk.”

Thug: “Now, I know your problem! The milk that you drink in the night causes the intoxication. You drink milk before sleeping, which gets churned in your stomach as you toss and turn, and it turns into butter. When butter gets churned, it turns into fat and sugar. When the sugar gets churned, it turns into alcohol. So, when you wake up with alcohol in your stomach, you feel intoxicated.”

“So what do I do?” asked the man simply.

The clever thug: “The solution is very simple. Don’t drink milk! Give it to me.”

Thug took away the milk cannister from the man and walked away from there.

The very puzzled poor man just stood there. He was a simple man and generally lacked common sense.

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4. At what temperature is F° = C° ? (a) 0° (b) 19° (c) +40° (d) -40°

5. “Zoroaster”, was the— prophet. (a) Islam (b) Persian (c) Judaism (d) Chinese

6. The heart pumps about ____ Liters of blood every minute around the body. (a) 5 (b) 4 (c) 3 (d) 2

7. In 1819, the President of United States was (a) James Polk (b) James Madison (c) James Monroe (d) James Buchanan

8. Write the missing number in the sequence: 4, 17, 65, 257, ___ , 4097 (a) 1022 (b) 1023 (c) 1024 (d) 1025

9. In 68th Miss USA pageant, Miss USA 2019 is (a) Oklahoma (b) North Carolina (c) Nevada (d) New Mexico

10. “Comity” means (a) Courtesy (c) Council

(b) Community (d) Citizenship

Answers are below. No Peeking.

Scholar: All correct; 1st Class: 9 Correct; 2nd Class: 8 Correct; 3rd Class: 7 Correct; Need to improve: 6 or less

Word World (Solution): COOP, CORPS, CRISP, CROP, OOPS, PISCO, PISO, POCO, POOR, POORI, SCORPIO, SCRIP, SOPOR, SPOOR

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By Kirit Shukla

Note: * denotes abbreviation of the word or phrase Clues Across:

1. A state in eastern India (Cap. Patna).

6. A collection of indigenous SE Australian dialects.

11. Very large in size or extent.

13. Dwight Eisenhower. (*) (34th US President) 14. To direct the publication of.

15. An ancient large white cushion plant of New Zealand.

17. Domicile.

19. Not Rated. (*) 20. A city of famous for leaning tower in central Italy.

21. A city in southeastern Fujian province of China.

23. Folds of dura mater between cerebrum and cerebellum.

25. Addiction Severity Index. (*) 26 Ontario. (*) 27. A constructed language derived from Esperanto.

28. A Rhaeto-Romance dialect of Alto Adige in NE Italy.

30. Free from immodesty or obscenity.

33. A boastful statement.

34. A choice made by consideration of probabilities.

35. Pretzel-like, syrup soaked, deep fried, sweet made from flour batter, popular in Indian subcontinent.

37. A Greek island in the Cyclades in the Aegean Sea. 39. Intentionally performed actions.

41. North Carolina. (*).

42. Pineapple. (Hindi) 44. Arkansas. (*) 46. A southeastern US state. Cap. Atlanta.

47. A person of sound judgment and distinguished wisdom.

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Clues Down: 1. An alcoholic drink made from malted barley.

2. Freedom.

3. A thick dipping, fragrant soy sauce used in Chinese food.

4. Having or revealing natural creative skill.

5. Room. (*) 6. The network of China which make business dealing easy.

7. Avoiding social interaction, hostile to others.

8. Zero; nonexistent.

9. Loss of the power of voluntary activity of a muscle.

10. Tender or urgent longings.

12. A monetary subunit of krona (Sweden).

16. University Economics Association..(*) 18. The philosophical tenets of Taoism, a Chinese text.

22. The capital of Spain.

23. Towards.

24. A Scottish island in North Atlantic.

29. A woman who is the superior of a convent of nuns.

31. The seventh letter of Greek alphabet.(η) 32. Top Level Domain Name Authority. (*) 34. A sudden loud noise, as of an explosion.

36. European Economic Area. (*) 38. Being at a considerable distance.

40. Depression; a moderate decline in prices.

43. The three-toed sloth.

45. Sa, —, Ga ... The second tone of a diatonic music scale.

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Jokes From Around The World

Mafatlal: “I was almost deaf. Thank you doctor. I can hear now with your treatment. How much do I owe you now?”

Doctor: “Ninety dollars.”

Mafatlal: “Oh my God. Nineteen dollars?!”

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Patient: “I go to buy groceries but I can’t remember why I got there. I forget to pay my bills. I can’t find my things in my house. I am quite worried. What can I do?”

Psychiatrist: “Pay me in advance.”

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A firetruck operator: “There is no fire. Why did you call us?”

Mafatlal: “I wanted to fill up my empty swimming pool.”

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Booddhoo: “Mafatlal, your pockets are like safe deposit box and lockers. How can your wife still take money out of it?”

Mafatlal: “She has both keys.”

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Word Find (Created By Kirit Shukla)

Find & circle the words in the puzzle.

(Subject: “Shakespeare Characters”)

ANGELO ANTONIO ANTONY BRUTUS CEASER CELIA CLEOPATRA DONPEDRO FROTH HAMLET HELEN HENRY HERO HIRATIO HYMEN

JULIUS LEAR MACBETH OLIVER OSRIC OTHELLO PHILO POET PRIAM REGAN ROMEO ROSS SERVANT TOM

The remaining unused 12 letters spell “The county in U.K. where Shakespeare was born.”

Math Magic Use these numbers only once: (1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9) in empty squares, to get = the final given answers.

Note: Follow the order of operation per basic math rule: ×,÷, +, The multiplication or division is done before addition and subtraction. (solution on page 120)

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TEST YOUR IQ The common letters are “MM” - Fill in the blanks) 1. Start, begin.

_ _ MM _ _ _ _

2. Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory. (*)

MM _ _

3. A person who commits fraud.

_ _ _ MM _ _

5. The founder of Islam religion.

_ _ _ _ MM _ _

4. The third letter of the Greek alphabet (Γ, γ)

_ _ MM _

6. Measles, Mumps & Rubella. (*)

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7. A regular travel to & from home and work.

_ _ MM _ _ _

8. Science, Technology, Engineering, Math and Medicine. (*) _ _ _ MM

9. A compound containing Ammonia molecules.

10. Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module.(*)

11. An x-ray picture of the breast.

12. Wireless Multimedia. (*)

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13. Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game. (*)

_ MM

14. A swinging bed usually made of netting or canvas and slung by cords from supports at each end.

15. The doctrine or teaching of the Buddha.

16. X-ray Multi-Mission. (*)

17. Shared by two or more individuals or things.

18. A person who propels in water by oneself.

19. An ant.

20. Single In-line Memory Module. (*)

21. Master of Mathematics. (*) (British Degree)

22. A mallet.

23. A spiritual mother. (Indian language.)

24. An award given by the Recording Academy for the achievement in the music industry.

25. A punctuation mark (,) used for a pause.

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(Puzzle solutions are on page 120. NO peeking!)

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Festivals & Holidays

Spot the Differences Solutions from page 50

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Jul. 1 - Independence Day (Canada) Jul. 2 - Darsha Amās (No Moon) Jul. 4 - Ratha Yatra Jul. 4 - Independence Day (US) Jul. 9 - Martyrdom of the Bab Jul. 12 - Dev Shayani Ekadashi Jul. 13 - Gayatri Jayanti / Kabir Jayanti Jul. 16 - Guru Purnima (Full Moon) Jul. 16 - Asalha Puja Jul. 28 - Kamikā Ekadashi Jul. 31 - Darsha Amās (No Moon)

6. Flute Extended

1. Bottle Removed

2. Color Changed

7. Ring Removed

4. Handrail Removed

9. Wall Enlarged

8. Watch Added

3. Snake added

10. Holes Fixed in Wall

5. Money Added

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Aug. 1 - Lughnassad Aug. 1 - Hariyāli Amās (No Moon) Aug. 3 - Hajj Begins Aug. 3 - Hariyāli Trij / Haratālikā Vrat Aug. 7 - Tulsidas Jayanti Aug. 11 - Pavitrā Ekadashi Aug. 11 - Day of Arafah Aug. 11 - Tisha B’av Aug. 12 - Eid-al-ādhā / Bakri Eid Aug. 14 - Independence Day (Pakistan) Aug. 15 - Independence Day (India) Aug. 15 - Raksha Bandhan/Nāriyeli Poonam (Full Moon) Aug. 17 - Pateti / Parsi New Year Aug. 20 - Nag Panchami Aug. 21 - Rāndhan Chhath Aug. 21 - Senior Citizens Day Aug. 28 - Shitalā Saptami Aug. 24 - Krishna Janmashtami Aug. 26 - Women’s Equality Day Aug. 28 - Kamikā Ekadashi Aug. 30 - Pithori Amās (No Moon) Aug. 31 - Muharram Begins

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Math Magic from page 119

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ARIES (March 21 – April 19) You will regain your confidence and by the end of the month everything will be under control. Avoid making any major decisions. Prospects for your short-term financial status look good, but be careful with planning any long-term saving or investing. Be wary of your enemies. Your family atmosphere will also improve. Avoid traveling this month.

TAURUS (April 20 – May 20) You are entering into a period of confusion and selfdistraction. Your work burden will be very heavy, so it will feel like a slog. Keep working hard, and don’t think or speak too much. You’ll think the change is good, but this is an illusion. Your family will help you in adverse situations. Don’t take on any debt in the last week of the month. Your competitor may gain an edge on you.

GEMINI (May 21 – June 20) You will feel mentally relaxed after the middle of the month. A positive change in your thinking will become a building block for great success. The second half of the month may prove rewarding. An acquisition of wealth and a rise in status are indicated. Don’t get involved in legal matters. Try to curb your expenses, and your savings should go up this month.

CANCER (June 21 – July 22) During this month your confidence will be par excellence. Your social circle will widen. Expenses on a social gathering are also possible. If married, be careful about any misunderstandings with your partner. You might get support from an elderly person. The second half of the month will offer great mental relief. An unexpected change in relationships is also possible this month.

LEO (July 23 – August 22) You might be inclined to do many things at the same time, but this effort won’t get you anywhere. Good news from a far off place is possible. You will also be driven towards artistic expression. Don’t forget to take extra care while driving. Avoid speculation and keep away from the stock market. Watch your health seriously.

VIRGO (August 23 – September 22) After a negative start, your situation will improve rapidly. You may be very busy with child related activities. If waiting for promotion or approval, it will come your way at the end of the month. This will gain you status, but your income won’t increase immediately. Don’t get involved in any kind of new business deal, except a possible partnership. Expenses on luxury items are possible. Don’t dispute with your partner.

possible. Listen to the advice of your associates and friends.

For love and romance this will be a boon. Enjoy a fun vacation this month.

SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21) This month will relieve you from tensions and anxiety. On the domestic front you will be happy and long-cherished desires will be fulfilled. You might experience a great deal of travel this month. Short distance travel will bring good luck, be fruitful and pleasant. Good health is also indicated. However, be careful of any possible accident or poisoning. Make the best use of this month any way you can.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21) You will regain your self-confidence and morale in this month. There will be an increase in the income due to your efforts. If married, happiness will be there. You won’t need any advice or guidance in making decisions. You may bend towards para-psychic pursuits. However, family related problems may come in your way. Meeting with old friends is also indicated. A major change in your ideology is on the way.

CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19) There will be delays and obstacles in your general pursuits. A sense of insecurity will be predominant for you. Family life may not be pleasant, but you might gain help from your siblings or associates. You may be able to maintain a steady flow of income, but be prepared for unexpected problems. Remember that it is always better to be optimistic than not.

AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18) Even though your income will be on rise and health will be good, you may feel melancholy this month.

Curb any risk-taking tendencies. Your enemies will try to damage your reputation. Short distance business travel might prove very fruitful. A long distance journey is also possible.

You will find great relief from an old family related problem.

Avoid making any big decisions this month.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

C-Store for Rent in Radford, VA. Good location. 4000 sqft. Asking rent $2850 per month. Contact Mr. J Patel 540-629-6318.

High Potential Businesses for Sale in and around Mobile, AL. Convenient store/Gas stations & Liquor stores, Inside business more than $2,000,000 and outside $500,000.

Grocery store/Gas station, Inside business more than $1,000,000 but could be $1,500,000 with no supermarket nearby; outside $300,000. Liquor store business more than $1,100,000. Please contact Rocky Patel at 224-723-3488. Leave voicemail or send text.

C-Store/Gas Station/Country Store for Lease in Sumter, SC. Inside $45K-50K, 20K Gal Gas-Lotto, Comm $3500 per month, rent $4200/mo. Can grow in Food Service or Hardware. Asking $130K + Inventory. Call 803-807-3765.

Motel for Sale: 24-Room independent motel on Hwy 70 SW in Hickory, NC. With 4.5 acres and manager apartment. Asking $450K. Call 704-223-2272 or 704-223-1765.

C-store with Property for Sale or Lease 45 miles from Columbia, SC along with displays for fresh produce & frozen items.

Gross income $55K / Lotto $25K per month.

Call 904-307-4770.

Businesses for sale: Candy Store (Uptown Charlotte); Dry Cleaner Plant & Pick Up Store; Beauty Supply Business; Restaurant; Gas station with property. Call Rose Mun 704-649-0021.

Gas Station/C-Store with Property for Sale in Danville, VA. Inside $45k, outside $30k gallons, Deli $10+k (no fryers). Current owner 12+ years. Asking $399k. Call 434489-5300.

For Sale or Lease: Gas Station and Convenience Store in good neighborhood of Gaffney, SC. Serious inquiries only.

Contact 704-726-7544.

Store for Sale in Raleigh Six Forks Station Shopping Center by Sheesh Kebob & Subway for any business. You pay only rent & a month’s deposit. Start making money from day one! Contact Jay 732-397-1634.

Convenience Store for Sale: Well established store in Axton, VA near Martinsville. Includes gas pumps and busy deli. Contact 276-638-4276/704-477-2218 or trgelot@gmail.com Franchise Hotel for Sale near Rock Hill/Richburg, SC. 32 Units. Includes owner’s apartment. Financing available.

Call 803-230-4402.

Indian Grocery for Sale in Charlotte area.

Open for more than 8 years. Owner selling due to health reasons. Great location and business. Cost is only inventory and equipment. Call for details 704-360-2438.

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Convenience store / gas station for lease: Monthly: Lottery 40k, money orders 11k, ATM commission $400, Air $100, Gas commission $500, Inside Sales $32 to $35k.

Greenville, SC area. Asking $50k + inv. Call AJ 864-626-2161.

Convenience Store Properties for Sale in Gaffney, SC. Call 980-250-4995.

Convenience Store for Sale in Kingstree, SC (Hwy 52). Closed due to previous Owner’s health issues. Must re-open as new business. Includes 3-bedroom apartment.

Asking $175k. Possible owner financing or lease purchase with good down payment.

Great Opportunity! Call Jerry Morris 843312-1892.

Retail / Convenience Stores: C-Store: Batesburg, SC $369,000, Property incl., Reduced; C-Store: Lancaster, SC $359,000 + Inv, Property Incl., Reduced; C-Store: Charlotte, NC $1,150,000, Property Included, Inside Sales $660,000; Call County South at 704-821-8888 or visit www.Countysouth.biz C-Store for Lease: Great corner location, a block from US HWY-321 between Hickory and Lenoir. Reduced rent negotiable. Call Barrett Mitchell 828-322-1723 ext. 203.

Businesses for Sale: Frenchies and independent motels available with finance.

Call 404-903-3362.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Join the team at Precious Bangles Jewelry at Hanes Mall in Winston-Salem, NC. Should be honest and hard working. Must have basic computer skills. Training provided.

Email for more info: Treasuresdiamonds@gmail.com Live-in House Helper/ Nanny needed in Greenville, SC. Duties include simple cooking, light housework and help taking care of 3 year-old daughter in evenings and weekends. Non-smoking family with no pets. Call 318-562-0664 or 318-344-4662.

Kitchen Helpers Needed: Full-time or Part-time for downtown Raleigh restaurant. Wage/salary based on experience. Please call or text 919-606-4285.

Looking for Home Cook to help 4 times a week for family of two in Charlotte. Must have own transportation. Please call 704351-4313 Motel Manager Couple Needed for Franchise Motel in Danville, VA Must have good customer service Accommodation provided. Must have legal status and basic Computer skills. Call Harry 434-709-9827.

Cashiers wanted (single or couple) for Gas Station in Rock Hill, SC (Exit 77). Legal status required. Good pay with experience!

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Triangle Town Center mall (Raleigh,NC) Cary Town Center mall (Cary NC)

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C-Store/Gas Station help needed at three different stores within 30 mins of Greensboro, NC. Experience required and must speak fluent English. Call/text 336509-4054.

7-11 Convenience Store Help Wanted: All 3 shifts in South Charlotte (Indian Land/Ballantyne area) and near Northlake Mall. Experience preferred. Fluent English & legal status a must. Part-time or full-time including weekends. Contact 856-266-5059 or store10700@gmail.com.

Housekeeping Couple needed for Franchise Hotel in near Hickory, NC. Accommodations provided. Legal status required. Great Pay! Call Rick 919-724-6772.

Looking for Nanny/Helper in Fort Mill, SC for 4 month-old starting in Sept 2019.

Driver's license preferred. Call 980-829-5011 or email shrutisharma1101@gmail.com.

Housekeeper needed with knowledge in Indian/Pakistani cooking for home in South Raleigh. Full-time, 40 hours, 5-6 days per week. Must have own transportation. Start July 25. Call 919-480-4810 or 847-271-7255.

Housekeeping couple and Head Housekeeper wanted for Franchise Hotel in Rochelle, IL. Legal status required. Call Jigar 248-495-8141.

Live-in/live-out Nanny needed to take care of toddler with cooking help. In South Charlotte near Ballantyne.

Good compensation offered. Call 704-497-2845.

Hotel Help Wanted: Front desk/night auditor, Housekeeping and Laundry Person needed for a franchise Hotel in Rock Hill, SC. Contact Hojorockhillsc@gmail.com or 850-218-8579.

Housekeeping Couple needed immediately for Independent Motel in Florence, SC. Must be honest and have legal status. Accommodations provided. Call 843-992-8424.

Babysitter needed from 6-9am, M-F to help with 2 toddler boys and some light cooking/housekeeping. Must have your own car. Call 848-219-8450.

Eyebrow Threading Position available in Winston-Salem, NC. Excellent Pay + Tips & Benefits! Some Experience & fluent English required. Call 336-422-7582.

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Hotel Help Wanted: Front Desk/Manager, Night Auditor and Housekeeper (Single/Couple) for franchise hotels in Charlotte/Gastonia/High Point.

Accommodations provided. Call 704-4600379 between 6- 9pm.

Nanny/helper required for 15 month-old from 9am to 5pm (full-time) in South Charlotte near Providence and Rea (Arboretum). Call Meha Shah 704-352-0438.

Hotel Help Wanted: Front Desk, Laundry & Maintenance for franchise motel in Raleigh, NC. Fluent English required.

Experience preferred. Couples welcome. Call 252-366-9415 & leave message. if no answer.

Front Desk / Housekeeping needed for Hotel in Cleveland / Akron, OH. Accommodations provided. Call Mit Patel 734-776-4371 or email Sixsigmahotels@gmail.com

Full-time or Part-time employee needed (single or couple) for Tropical Smoothie Cafe franchise Restaurant in Matthews, NC. Call Dhruvit Patel 904-806-8071.

Convenience Store help wanted in Gastonia, NC. Accommodations provided.

Call 980-250-4995.

Hotel Management Firm Hiring: Housekeepers, front desk (must speak fluent English), and General Manager of franchise hotels. Experience required. Email resumes to abcone@abcinns.com or call 704-649-6833 (M-F, 9AM-5PM).

Help Wanted: Franchise Motel in Fayetteville, NC for Front Desk and Housekeeping. Accommodations possible.

Good salary. Fluent English a must.

Contact Dev 630-253-8860 or devsuper8@gmail.com.

Housekeeping Couple wanted for Hotel in Rocky Mount, NC. Accommodations provided. Contact 443-538-3997.

Gas Station Help Wanted: Looking for part-time weekday or weekend employee near Kannapolis, NC. Call 704-701-9482.

Driving Help Needed for daily afternoon school pickup and drop home in the Ballantyne/South Charlotte area. Please call 626-298-4277, 917-974-3901or email nanathwani@yahoo.com.

Housekeeping needed for limited service hotel in Greenville, SC. Call 864-525-0496.

Manager Couple and Housekeeping Couple needed for motel in NC. Excellent pay. Accommodations provided. Call 910817-4313 / 910-995-1707.

Front Desk couple needed for Franchise Hotel in Concord, NC. Experience, fluent English and legal status a must.

Accommodations provided. Call Rusab 704-772-5554.

Convenience Store help needed immediately in Charlotte, NC. Full-time & part-time including weekends. Call Vimal at 704-299-2580.

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Cashier/Clerk wanted (full-time and parttime) for gas station/convenience store off I-77 in Rock Hill, SC. Call 704-907-5884.

Motel Help Wanted: Front Desk, Maintenance, and Housekeeping (single/couple) for motel in Asheboro, NC. Over 3 years of experience needed.

Accommodations provided. Contact 336625-1880 or rameshvpatel@gmail.com Gujarati Nanny (live-in or live-out) needed to help with 4 month-old and 3 year-old in Mooresville, NC. Also help with kitchen cooking and cleaning. Driver’s license preferred. Contact 732-318-4503 or virangi85@gmail.com.

C-store / Gas Station Help Wanted in Gaffney, SC. Part-time or Full-time. Single, Couple or Family. Legal status required.

Fluent English & previous experience preferred. Call 704-726-7544 Maintenance handy man needed for franchise motel in Charlotte, NC. Electrician and motel air conditioning experience recommended. Legal status required. Please call 704-443-1016.

Elegant Brows looking for eye brow threaders in Charlotte area. Excellent pay plus tips! Some experience and fluent English required. Call 586-536-5360.

Motel Help Wanted: General Managers and Front Desk Clerks for franchise motels in Richburg & Rock Hill, SC. Legal status & fluent English required.

Accommodations provided. Call 803-2304402.

Gas Station Help Wanted: Full-time Single or couple in Columbia, SC. Experience Preferred.

Must speak English.

Accommodations provided. Call 803-4665861 or 803-319-9878 Hotel Help Wanted: Looking for all positions (GM/AGM/Front Desk/Housekeeping) for 98-Room property in Charlotte, NC. Contact 704502-2630 or Gm.nita.shah@gmail.com Experienced Threading Practitioners or Licensed Esthetician in Charlotte & Raleigh. New locations now open. Full or part-time. Great pay & flexibility.

Experience required. Good English skills.

Call 704-312-1870 (M-F 9-5).

Cook needed to make vegetarian Punjabi style food and bring to south Charlotte periodically. Willing to pick up if needed.

Call 530-310-1865 Hotel Help Wanted: Front Desk/Manager, Night Auditor and Housekeeper (Single/Couple) for franchise hotels in Wilmington, NC. Accommodations provided. Call 910-262-8357 or email ilmhotelemployer@gmail.com Motel Help Wanted: Housekeeping, Managers & Night Auditors for Independent & Franchise Motels in South Carolina. Good pay and accommodations provided. Call 803-664-0477.

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Babysitter needed from 6-9am, M-F to help with 2 toddler boys and some light cooking/housekeeping. Must have your own car. Call 848-219-8450.

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Looking for a match for Rajput girl, Bachelor in Dental 28/5’6”, Surgery/Masters in Hospital Management.

Working and independent. Contact rajsen1326@gmail.com or 980-875-8393 (text or talk).

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North Raleigh 1 BR/1 Bath space available in beautiful three bedroom house to share with single elderly man. Mature resident preferred. Call Jay 732-397-1634.

Hotel Equipment for Sale: 93 rooms of Hotel furniture in mint condition. Works well for franchise or independent hotels.

Also Onity T-24 Locks in working condition. Call Rusab at 704-772-5554.

Home for Sale: 10815 Cove Point Drive, Charlotte. 3,769 sqft. 5 Bedroom/3.5 Bath, finished basement with BR, BA, Media, storage. Main: LR, DR, Kit, GR. Upstairs: Bonus, Master BR, 3 BRs. Energy star home. $375,000. Call Chuck Adkins, 704488-0988, EXP Realty.

Wholesale Inventory for Sale in Raleigh: $10.00 each; buy 1 or 100. Kurtis, Kurtas, Lawn Kurtas , Leggings. Pashmina work, Chiffon, Georgette, Rayon Cotton, Silk Cotton. 14K Gold Jewelry $35.00. GM owner retiring. Call Jay 732-397-1634.

Professional Woman Looking to Rent unfinished bedroom w/private bathroom in Morrisville or Cary for at least 12 months. Will pay up to $500 rent. Please email Stephanie at baristanc55@gmail.com to set up an interview.

Home for Sale: Pristine, custom Vastu home in Mount Soma community.

2BD/2BA, fabulous kitchen with custom cabinets, honed granite & walk-in pantry.

Large windows throughout provide for natural light. Master suite features stone walk-in shower, huge walk-in custom closet and oversized garden tub.

Immaculate landscaping, covered decks.

Paved, year-round access in gated community. Asking $374,000. Listing Agent: Noland-Proben Team 828-7345201or 828-734-9157.

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Computer Programming Courses from beginner to advanced serving the Charlotte area and online. Contact Chandra Prakash (B. Tech. Computer Science, IIT Delhi) at 612-568-2426, cprakash@acm.org or visit www.cupriver.com Dholi For Hire: Plays the Dhol (drum) for any occasion! Barat, Doli, Graduation, Birthdays, Baby Showers & any other festivity. Affordable rates! Call Arpan Bhandari 704-641-4761 or email: arpandholi@yahoo.com Gujarati Priest: Devendra Dave Independent priest. Ganesh, Randal, Navratri, Diwali’s Laxmi & Sharda Pujas, Satyanarayan Katha, Weddings, Vastu, Baby Shower, Funeral Seva. Call Daveji 704-780-3563. God Blessings to All.

Priest specializing in all kinds of Hindu Ceremonies. Poojas, Vrathas & Homams/Havan, Satyanarayan Pooja, Rudraabhishegam, Gruhapravesam & Japam, Baby Showers and Weddings.

Self- Transportation to Pooja site anywhere. Call Pralad Joshi: 704-5002210 (home), 704-450-6447 (cell)

Pari Beauty In Matthews: Threading, Waxing, Facials, Massage for newborn and mom & other services. 29 years of experience. Special Deals & Great Service.

Call: 704-846-7912.

Priest Available for these services: Shree Satya narayan katha, Shanti hawan, Vastu shanty, Weddings, Baby shower, Bhumi pujan, Mata ki chowki pujan, Funeral, all types of karmakand. Please call Viral Bhatt 704-438-6334.

Need an affordable DJ for Graduation, Birthdays, Baby Showers & any other festivity? Look no further! Contact DJ Rahul at 980-319-7389 or TheRealDJRahul@gmail.com Satya Math & Reading: Enroll now for SAT/ACT prep starting in June. We also tutor Math I, II, III, & AP courses year round. Contact: 704 540 4589 Email: satyamandr@gmail.com Neeta’s Beauty Parlor: Charlotte area open 7 days a week. Full service. Call for appointment. 704-968-0270.

Saree Draping: specializing in draping sarees, dupattas and jewelry for any event.

Weddings, Engagements, Baby showers, Birthdays, etc. Contact Rital Patel at info@bridaldraping.com or www.bridaldraping.com

Gujarati Priest in NC & SC for Ganesh, Randal, Laxmi, Sharda Pujan, Satyanarayan Katha, Wedding, Vastu, Baby Shower, Hawan, Grah Shanti. Kishor Trivedi Home: 336-774-0597 Cell: 336-4867925 E-Mail: kishor7@juno.com Travel Passion: Call for International & Domestic Air tickets. We process India Visa, OCI, Indian Ppt Renewal, Hotel bookings & Tour packages. 509.550.9076 or 509.550.9034 Email: travelpassion24@gmail.com Belmont Alterations & Designing: Custom alterations or stitching for your Punjabi suits, blouses, sarees, dresses, cholis, and lehengas. Also available for henna/mendhi art. Contact 704-898-5376

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Real Triangle Properties (Joe Mathews) ....................66

AASOA (NC C-Store Expo)........................................23

HSNC Om Squad Summer Camps...........................38

Robert Brown LLC (Oza, Rishi: Immigration Law)......93

Accounting Solutions (Muhammad Kamran Awan).127

Idolize Brows & Beauty ...........................................85

Rose Mun Realty (Businesses For Sale)....................22

Allstate (Krish Parlikad)...........................................129

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Rug and Home.........................................................17

Anil & Anjali Bedi LLC (CPA & Consultants).............103

Inchin's Bamboo Garden..........................................73

Rukshmani's Tijori ....................................................41

Anjappar Restaurant.................................................65

International Community Church ...........................112

S&S Accounting & Tax Services, Inc. ........................49

Apna Bazaar (Morrisville) ..........................................73

Jaipur Indian Cuisine ................................................37

Saathee.com............................................................84

Around the World Market (Raleigh/Durham) .............48

Jigna Shah CPA .......................................................77

Saffron Indian Cuisine (Morrisville) ............................75

Aspect Commerical Realty (Prashant Parmar) ..........86

K Scott Weddings (Wedding & Event Designer).........45

Sani Designs ............................................................57

Barot, Tushar (Insurance)........................................107

Kalashri Fashions .....................................................63

Sara Elegance By Rashmi Sawant (Cary, NC) ...........29

Bashyam Shah LLP - Immigration Law Group..........78

KB Zaveree.................................................................4

Sarika CPA PLLC......................................................51

Bhindi Jewelers ......................................................2

Khanna & Sons Jewelers .........................................15

Shah & Trivedi CPA, PLLC.........................................99

Bipin Parekh Realty, LLC...........................................30

KidzCare Pediatrics...................................................56

Shah, Kirti (CPA - Sepa Consulting) .........................91

Blooming Buds.........................................................91

Liberty Real Estate (Sunny Sebastian).......................51

Shree Brajeswar Mukherjee Concert (Sept 2019).....31

Blue Federal Credit Union.........................................87

Lotus Salon & Spa....................................................25

Singh, Manjeet (Real Estate).....................................47

C4D Mortgage (Jubi Chackunkal, P.E.) ...................103

Maadhurya Photography..........................................79

Sitar Indian Cuisine (Durham) ...................................47

Carolina Elite Events .................................................33

Malak Jewelers........................................................27

Smokin' Aces ..........................................................53

Carolina Wedding Belle (Event Design & Décor)......121

Malani Jewelers.....................................................132

Sona Realty (Venkat Suryadevara) ............................34

Carolina Wholesale Discount Inc.................................5

Marriott Raleigh Crabtree Valley................................69

Spectrum Family Medicine (Sujatha Sajeevan, MD)..55

Cary Internal Medicine & Diabetes Center, PA...........61

Migun Medical Therapy Products...........................101

Spices Hut / Bawarchi Restaurant ............................67

Cary Medical Clinic...................................................77

Monroe Oil Company .............................................130

Subscription Form..................................................109

Champa Patel (Real Estate) ......................................99

Mount Soma (Sri Somesvara Temple).......................45

Super Desi Bazaar (Apna Sabji Mandi Greensboro) ..43

Chandni's Beauty Salon ..........................................63

Murlidhar Party Supply .............................................45

Swagat Restaurant (Morrisville, NC) .........................49

Chinmaya Mission (Sankat Mochan) ........................16

MyShadi Bridal Expo (Charlotte)................................13

Taaza Fresh Indian Bistro..........................................42

Cilantro Indian Café Cary..........................................35

Nagpal, Sunil (MassMutual Carolinas).......................83

TAHT (Triangle Area Hindu Temples).......................117

County South Realty & Business Brokers ...............126

Nationwide Ins. (Maqsood Khan) ..............................99

Thali Indian Restaurant (RTP)....................................60

Crescent Dental (Dr. Kavita Ghai) ............................127

NC Dermatology Associates .....................................68

Travel Passion ..........................................................45

Darji, Iyer, Joshi & Patel (Accounting & Tax Services).37

Neha Kakkar Concert Raleigh, NC ..............................9

Travelinks .................................................................31

Desai & Desai LLP (CPA & Financial Services)........107

New India Grocery (Free Grocery Delivery)................29

Ttravel Guru ...........................................................107

Dev Patel (Real Estate)..............................................83

North American Bancard ........................................11

Tutoring (Nirmala Koripella - A+ Tutoring) ...............105

Dharani South Indian Restaurant (Morrisville)............25

Nunna Realty (Shiva Nunna) .....................................55

Uni World Travel........................................................57

DJ Desi (Amit Vasi) ...................................................31

One2 Entertainment .................................................22

Vaishno Bhog (Cary) .................................................85

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Patel Brothers (Cary)...........................................70-71

Vallabh Pushti Samaj of Carolinas (VPSC).................21

Fairview Home Mortgage .........................................93

Patel, Mrugesh (Law Offices)..................................113

Veeru Ganne (Real Estate - Eastside Realty) .............81

Falguni Pathak (Greensboro, Sept 14) ........................3

Pathak, Atul (Real Estate)........................................107

Vema Mortgage LLC (Sebastian George)..................59

Geological Resources, Inc.........................................79

Pramukh Mandapam ...............................................57

Vyas Travels..............................................................91

Global Mall / Legacy Jewels ..................................131

Preston Corners Pediatric Dentistry (Cary) ...............77

West Cary Medicine (Dr. Kareem M.D.) ....................51

Grand India Mart (Groceries).....................................89

Proficient Accounting & Tax Services, Inc. ...............35

Wild Cook's Indian Grill (Raleigh)...............................91

Greater Triangle Realty (Thomas John) .....................61

Raghu Mothukuri Allstate Agent .............................121

Worldwide Travels ....................................................33

HCC of Knoxville Presents Pujya Bhaishree - Shrimad

Raj D Batra Photography ..........................................93

Y2 Academy (SAT Prep) .........................................74

Bagwat Katha...........................................................10

Raj Jewels (Morrisville, NC) ....................................6&7

Zebra Robotics Cary.................................................19

Hindu Center Charlotte .......................................96-97

Rajdeep Video & Photography (Ramesh Panjabi)......83

Zen Triangle Dentistry (Juliya R. Vaghani, DDS).........55

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RB Realty Group (Ravi Bheemarao)...........................75

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has a well known C-Store Chain opened near you or a Big Box retailer and you feel helpless?

Please give us a call so we can as a team quickly devise a Winning Strategy to compete, so you can continue on the road as a re-invented successful gas station operations.

Are you possibly taking over a new store? Congratulations! let us do a site survey on all aspects of the fuel sales viability, current & future petroleum equipment needs to maintain eMV compliance, so you can stay focused on the profitability of your new exciting venture.