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Who Wins From India’s Economic Woes? With the rupee's slide, politicians, tourists, and some businesses stand to profit. The story is on pg. 14.

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Public Universities Breaking Away . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 08 Who Wins from India’s Economic Woes? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 14 Upcoming Movie Releases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 18 Film Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 20 Sangeet and Evergreen Film Lyrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 24 Indian Classical Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 26 Made in Myanmar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 30 SAMMA Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 36 Solar Decathlon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 38 Credit Rating Blues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 40 Vitamin D Deficiency in Pakistani Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 42 Children’s Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 44 Mastering Meaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 46 Immigration Matters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 48 Dances of India . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 50 It Takes a Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 52 Ladakh Pictorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 54 Why American Businesses Fail in China? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 56 Test Your India Knowledge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 60 Ivory, the New Blood Diamonds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 62 Thinking About Thinking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 64 Marketing Turnaround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 68 NASA’s New Spacecraft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 70 Nutrition for Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 76 Recipes of the Month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 78 Tending to a Bruised Knee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 80 Community Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 94 Community Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 106 Pop’s Puzzles and Jokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 132 FYI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 134 Festivals and Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 134 Puzzle Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 134 AstroScope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 136 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 138 Index of Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 140 Saathee.com

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“It’s not an accident that you see this happening among big, well-funded publics,” Garland added.

At the University of Virginia, internal discussion of further steps toward privatization has continued. As the Washington Post recently reported, a draft report from a university planning committee recommended “another major restructuring of the relationship between the University and the Commonwealth.”

The document notes that the change “would not mean complete privatization.”

University of Virginia spokesman McGregor McCance said the draft report was part of early discussions about possible models for public higher education, and that there are no plans for the university to ask for additional autonomy.

“My fear is that if public flagships become so focused on revenue and prestige, and so focused on autonomy, they will minimize their commitment to the public agenda,” said Richard Novak, who was previously director of public-sector programs at the Association of Governing Boards. “They should be leading the public agenda. If they privatize too much, they’re not going to be doing it for much longer.”

Others have similar concerns.

“I think there’s a potential for confusion, unhealthy competition and misuse of resources,” said Robert O’Neil, who headed the statewide University of Wisconsin system and was also president of the University of Virginia. In O’Neil’s experience, centralized oversight helps keep in check ambitions that might lead colleges to pursue wasteful projects or duplicative programs.

There’s relatively little research on the overall benefits or drawbacks of schools gaining autonomy, but it does appear that such universities often end up resembling private colleges, moving toward a “high tuition, high aid” model in which schools hike sticker prices significantly while offering big discounts to students schools are trying to attract. (As ProPublica has detailed, state schools have been giving a growing portion of grants to wealthier students and a shrinking portion to the neediest.)

State and university officials pushing for more autonomy often balk at the term “privatization,” noting that the universities aren’t severing all ties with the state.

As one planning group at the University of Virginia wrote last month, “Autonomous is not the opposite of public.”

The University of Virginia, along with two other state universities, struck deals in 2005 that won it significant autonomy from the Commonwealth. Those agreements mandated that the schools still meet various benchmarks — but they also gave the universities wiggle room.

Three years after the deal, a state audit report concluded that while the schools were meeting their “access” goals, the number of low-income students at each of the universities — as measured by federal Pell grants — was actually State and university decreasing. (A university officials pushing for more spokesman said enrollment autonomy often balk at the of low-income students has term “privatization,” noting gone up since then.)

Even some supporters of that the universities aren’t moving toward privatization severing all ties with the state. have begun to have second thoughts.

James Garland, former president of Miami University, a public university in Ohio, was once a strong proponent of what he calls “semi-privatization” of American public universities, having headed a university that he describes as “public in name only.” In 2009, he wrote a book arguing that public universities should be autonomous and deregulated by their states.

In the years since, Garland said, his views on the autonomy question have “mellowed.” Though he still believes autonomy can make sense for some schools, he’s also concerned about the potential pitfalls.

“Some of these flagships would like to make decisions that benefit their own financial future and give them the ability to build posh dining halls or giant stadiums or create new nanotechnology centers,” Garland said, “when what really may be more needed than that is simply providing a high-quality rigorous college education for legions of students in the state who can’t afford that now and have no place to go and get it.”

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Colleges and universities that do seek to move in this direction need to have candid conversations about their goals, said Garland: “As more and more schools argue successfully for some kind of autonomy from their states, there has to be a real understanding about what the mission of those schools is going to be in the future and there has to be some way of evaluating their conformity to that mission.”

In Oregon, they’re still feeling their way through. All of the state’s public colleges will still be overseen in some way by a coordinating commission. That includes the three largest schools, which, even with their new freedoms, will still need the commission to approve certain items, such as tuition hikes beyond 5 percent. The details of how that system of checks and balances will work — and how the change will affect the smaller universities still part of the system — remain to be seen.

“It’s such a turbulent time for higher education, there’s a lot to be said for helping to position institutions to be much more nimble when it comes to shaping the business and delivery of higher education,” said Ben Cannon, the governor of Oregon’s education policy advisor, who was recently appointed head of the commission.

As to whether the new autonomy will actually help schools become more nimble, Cannon acknowledged, “It’s kind of unproven.”

Asked what they will call the new structure and whether the “Oregon University System” will nominally continue to refer to all seven universities, Cannon said that was still being decided.

“That’s a complicated question. The labels are still up for grabs,” Cannon said. “The structure really isn’t. That’s done.”

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With the rupee’s slide, politicians, tourists and some businesses stand to profit.

Money accumulated from bribes and kickbacks can be hidden off-shore either through shell companies and bogus contracts or through “hawala”— an illegal Indian network used to transfer money without using banks.

Professor Ghosh, one of India’s leading economists and a lecturer at the prestigious Jawalal Nehru University in Delhi, said: “Before every general election there’s a lot of money coming into India — usually through the hawala route but sometimes even legally – for pre-election expenses.

“It’s not mentioned at all. It’s all under the carpet in mainstream discussions but it’s a very big factor.

“We have elections in three states in November so some money must already be coming in for that.

“And then we have the big one, by April, so in the next six months there will be money coming in for that. Certainly this is a very old pattern in India.”

By James Tapper - GlobalPost.com In almost every crisis, someone stands to profit.

The Indian rupee has dropped sharply in recent months, sliding from 54 at the start of 2013 to an all-time low of nearly 69.

Although the currency has recovered somewhat, the decline has harmed India’s fragile economy, and cost some investors a fortune. The country relies heavily on imported oil, and a weaker rupee means higher energy bills for consumers and businesses.

But for many exporters, call centers and travel companies, the rupee’s slide is good news — for the most part.

And the big winners in the rupee’s 20 percent fall against the US dollar since May come from a far more surprising constituency: politicians.

India’s main political parties are believed to have placed their electoral war-chests off shore — away from the prying eyes of tax inspectors and election monitors in advance of the general election, likely to be called for May 2014.

“Political parties who have stashed the money away for precisely this purpose are now bringing it in,” Professor Jayati Ghosh told the Global Post. “These are big gainers. For the same $100,000 they are getting a lot more rupees.”

For the last general election in 2009, India's political parties spent about $2 billion, of which a quarter was spent on buying votes for cash, according to the Centre for Media Studies, a Delhi-based think tank.

This time round voters seem even greedier, according to politicians. Some are apparently demanding a ‘red note’ of 1,000 rupees to buy their support.

In June, a senior opposition politician was caught on camera complaining he had spent 80 million rupees to get elected — about $1.65 million back in 2009. At today’s rates that would be 105 million rupees, 26 times the maximum sum of 4 million rupees ($63,000) that candidates are allowed to spend.

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Boon for call centers Back in 2009, the rupee plunged 31 percent in the year before the election, due mostly to the global financial crisis, when US institutions pulled out of emerging markets to shore up accounts at home.

It was easier then for the Indian economy to shrug off the problem. India’s “tiger economy” was growing at nine percent, fuelled by western companies taking their IT departments and call centers off-shore.

Fast forward to 2013 and the off-shore specialists — known now as business process outsourcing firms or BPOs — have been struggling.

India’s BPO industry has suffered from competition from the Philippines and from the end of a 10-year tax break for companies in the IT sector.

So the low rupee may give the sector a much-needed push, especially as a typical BPO earns about one-third of its revenue in dollars.

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Anticipating a boom in exports, the Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his ministers are considering a 10 percent duty on raw cotton exports.

Farmers harvested a bumper cotton crop this year. Instead of selling the raw materials to other countries, the government hopes the duty encourages local manufacturers to make more t-shirts and coats for export.

Professor Ghosh told GlobalPost that exporters may end up as winners — eventually — if the rupee remains low.

“Exporters whose demand depends a lot on price — garments, leather goods things like that — these are all people who place their orders three to six months in advance, so it might be reflected in new orders that might show up six months from now.”

But she said there are problems for exporters to overcome, not least the increase in oil prices that need to be paid in dollars.

India is heavily dependent on imported oil.

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Taj on the cheap Perhaps if call centers and cheap t-shirts aren’t enough to boost India’s ailing economy, then a cut-price Taj Mahal might work.

Yet the same problems exist. The number of foreign tourists in July rose by 7.9 percent on 2012 according to figures from the Ministry of Tourism released in September, but this wasn’t enough to make up the shortfall, with revenues actually decreasing in dollar terms by 1.3 percent.

“No one takes India holidays from overseas on impulse,” Gour Kanjilal, the executive director of the Indian Association of Tour Operators, told the Global Post in an email.

“They think, plan and then decide. There is a mood of optimism and some hotel chains have indicated that they have increased reservations and getting good enquiries from overseas.”

He said the high cost of fuel would put pressure on airlines to raise prices for internal flights which are often a part of foreign tourists’ itineraries.

But the outlook was good for the coming months if travelers considered India to be cheaper than Thailand, Hong Kong and Malaysia, Kanjilal said.

“With the fall of rupee, this gap between India and these countries has shrunk. We can expect double digit growth in inbound traffic.”

There had been a particular increase in enquiries from eastern European countries, he said.

“Only problem is the air connectivity and that will be pinching them. But inbound looks very positive.”

But the surest bet for Indians in the next few months is the general election, according to Professor Ghosh.

“Elections are employment generators,” she said. “The trouble is it’s not a very stable form of employment.”

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Film Clips Bullett Raja Saif Ali Khan returns to the screen fighting corruption in his own unique way in the new action thriller Bullett Raja, opening in theaters worldwide on November 29. The film is directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia whose last film Paan Singh Tomar won India’s prestigious National Award for best film of the year. Bullett Raja also pairs Khan for the first time with Sonakshi Sinha who has starred in four super hits. Other stars include Vidyut Jamwal, Jimmy Shergill, Gulshan Grover, and Raj Babbar. Bullett Raja is the story of a common man, Raja Mishra, who transforms into a dreaded gangster of the Hindi heartland. A victim of the system, Raja’s life changes when he takes on those that rule and he shakes up the very foundation of the nexus of the police, the government, and the industrialists.

As he rises and revolts against the system becoming an outlaw, Bullett sets ablaze the nexus and changes the landscape forever.

International Children’s Film Festival in Hyderabad The International Children’s Film Festival, India (ICFFI) popularly known as “The Golden Elephant” will be held in Hyderabad from November 14 - 20, 2013. Amole Gupte, the eminent filmmaker and the Chairman of the Children’s Film Society, India said, “We have got over 845 entries from more than 70 countries. We have also received films from 20 countries like Austria, Chile, Cuba, Lebanon, Ghana that were not represented in the 17th ICFFI. The section ‘Little Directors’ will feature over 100 films made by children.”

Talking about the highlights, the Festival Director and CEO, Children’s Film Society, India, Dr. Shravan Kumar said, “There are many ‘firsts’ in this festival. We have also received 255 animation films from around the world.” The Festival will also focus on “Children with Special Needs” through its Open Forum, where filmmakers will interact with activists, educators and parents.

Films representing children with special needs will also be screened. The festival will also feature some world renowned animated films created by the Czech animators. For more details visit http://cfsindia.org/festivals/.

Beyond Bollywood Series This film series is being hosted in partnership with Nickelodeon Theatre (Columbia, SC) by Walker Institute at the University of South Carolina for their Carol India Project which seeks to celebrate and explore Indian culture for a full school year. The films in this series have been carefully curated to present a diverse sampling of Indian cinemas, film adaption, animation, classics and documentary. Films that will be shown in the series are Nov. 12, 2013: Salaam Bombay (Mira Nair); January 14, 2014: Sita Sings the Blues (Nina Paley); February 11, 2014: The Big City (Satyajit Ray); and March 4, 2014: Pink Saris (Kim Longhinotto).

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Naseeruddin Shah and Irrfan Khan in Double Roles The film Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, a satirical take on the corruption during the early 80s remains a cult favorite. Director Kundan Shah will recreate the impact the original film had with a sequel that is tentatively titled Hum Honge Kamyab. Veteran star and the lead actor of the original film Naseeruddin Shah, who played a professional photographer will be seen with Irrfan Khan who will play a fellow photographer. The sequel will also take a satirical take on the latest scams within the country and director Shah promises that it will be as hard-hitting as his previous film.

Both lead actors will portray dual roles. The film is slated to go on floor in March 2014.

Bha Ji in Trouble Akshay Kumar and Ashvini Yardi’s Grazing Goat Pictures is set to release its latest regional venture called Bha Ji in Trouble. The Punjabi film stars Gippy Grewal and Gurpreet Ghuggi who are joined by Suhana Raghini Khanna and veteran actor Om Puri. The film is directed

by Smeep Kang who has delivered hits such as Carry on Jatta and Lucky Di Unlucky Story. The film also sees cricketer Harbajan Singh make a friendly appearance along with an extended cameo by Akshay Kumar. Ashvini Yardi says, “The film has turned out really well and is a laugh riot which can be enjoyed with the entire family. We are contented with the end result and the teaser will certainly create a great anticipation for the film.” The movie releases on November 15, 2013.

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SRK to play Gujarati Gangster in Upcoming Film Shah Rukh Khan played a gangster in Don and its sequel Don 2. Now there are talks in the works for a third installment in the franchise. In the meantime SRK is reportedly set to play a Gujarati don in Excel’s next venture. The yet untitled film which is currently in the scripting stage will be produced by Farhan and his partner Ritesh Sidhwani under their banner Excel Entertainment, while Rahul Dholakia will direct the film.

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Govinda Set to Make Comeback as a Singer After becoming one of the most successful actors in Bollywood, Govinda tried his luck in singing when he released a pop album in 1998. The word from Govinda camp is that he will release two singles and their music videos soon. The first song “Gori Tere Naina Sapne Main Aaye” is said to be a mix of Rajasthani folk music and garba beats and it will be directed by music director Shamir Tandon. The other is a party number called “Pinto Party Da Mood.” No word if a full album is in the works.

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By Kirit Shukla Song: Samay o dhire chalo...

Film: Rudaali Year: 1993 Music: Bhupen Hazārikā Singers: Bhupen Hazārarikā Lyric: Gulzār Based on Indian Classical Rāgā: Bhimpalāsi Tāl/Rhythm: Kaharavā Starring: Dimple Kāpadiā, Raakhee, Amjad Khan, Raj Babbar Lyrics in English: Samay o dhire chalo, bujh gai rāha se chhānva Dura hai dura hai pi kā gānva, dhire chalo dhire chalo Ji ko bahalā liyā, tune ās nirāsha kā khela kiyā - 2 Chār dinon men koi jiyā nā jiyā, zahar ye sānsa kā piyā nā piyā - 2 Ye havā sab le gai, caravan ke nishān bhi udā le gai Udati havāon vāle milenge kahān - 2 Koi batā do mere piyā kā nishān - 2 Samay o dhire chalo, bujha gai rāha se chhānva Dura hai, dura hai pi kā gānva, dhire chalo dhire chalo Meaning (Summary): O! Time move slow, the shadows are gone from my pathway.The village of my Love is far away, move slowly, move slowly.I comforted myself for a short while but, you have played the game of hope and despair with me. The four days of happiness are worthless to live and may inhale or not the poison of breath (to live). This wind has swept away everything. It also took away the foot-prints of the caravan.

Where I can find those who have flown away. Someone should hint me where can I find my love. O! Time move slow, the shadows are gone from my pathway.The village of my Love is far away, move slowly, move slowly.

Bhupen Hazarika (1926 – 2011) He was a music composer, singer, lyricist, poet and a filmmaker from Assam. He composed music for Hindi, Punjabi and Assamese films.

Hazarika was born on September 8, 1926 in Sadia, Assam and was the eldest of ten children of his parents: Nilakanta and Shantipriya.

When he was 12 or 13 years old, he sang his first song in film and also wrote lyrics. He received an MA degree in 1946 from Banaras University. He got a scholarship to attend Columbia University, NY and got Ph.D. in 1952. Here he met and married Priyamvada Patel. He was best known for his folk songs and ballads, sung in many Indian languages. “As a child, I grew up listening to tribal music - its rhythm saw me developing an inclination towards singing,” he said in an interview. He was MLA in 1967-1972 in Assam. He contested as a BJP candidate in the 2004 Lok Sabha elections from Guwahati, but he lost. He expressed his desire to listen to some of his own songs on the last evening of his life that ended due to multiple organ failures on Nov. 5, 2011 in Mumbai. He was cremated in Guwahati on Nov. 9, 2011, the funeral was attended by a huge crowd of his admirers.

Some of his films: (As a singer, composer etc.)

2011– Gandhi to Hitler; 2006– Chingaari; 2003– Kyon?; 2001– Daman; 2000– Gaja Gamini; 1998– Saaz; 1997– Do Rahein, Darmiyaan; 1993-Rudaali, Pratimurti; 1979– Debdas, Mon Prajapati; 1939– Indramalati; and many more Assamese films from 1939 to 2011.

Awards: 1971: National Film Award (Best featured Assamese film: Shakuntala, directed by him) 1975: National Film Award (Best featured Assamese film: Chameli Memsaab, as a music director) 1877: Padma Shri (Govt. of India) 1992: Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2001: Padma Bhushan (Govt. of India) 2002: Kalakar Award for Lifetime achievement 2008: Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship 2009: Asom Ratna (State of Assam) 2011: Muktijoddha Padak [posthumous] 2012: Padma Vibhushan [Posthumous] And many more civilian honors and other awards.

His Hindi song lyrics “Samay o dhire chalo ...” is given in this issue in the column on this page.

(Note: The contents of this article are compiled from news, books, internet and my knowledge and love of Hindustani music.)

Kirit Shukla Contact him at kiritsshukla@hotmail.com

You can watch and hear this song along with other songs on YouTube. Our special thanks to Siddharth Shukla for always assisting in identifying the classical Raga & Tal/Rhythm of evergreen classical songs in the past.

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By Anita Kulkarni

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In Indian music, the seven notes of Swaras or scale are named as shadja, rishabh, madhyam, gandhar, pancham, dhaivat and nishad. These notes are short listed to Sa, Ri, Ga, Ma, Pa, Dha Carnatic Music- Nobility in giving and Ni, and they are written as S, R, G, M, P, D, N. These notes are collectively known as sargam (the word is an acronym of the

By Smitha Prasad consonants of the first four swarnas). The sargam is a technique, used in India equivalent to solfege, for teaching sight singing.

Dear readers, in this month’s column we look at Carnatic Sargam is actually practiced against a drone. music and its role in philanthropic causes. Classical music, Carnatic music included, generally has a smaller audience base Notation: A dot below the letter signify a note is sung one than other popular forms of music, which commonly translates octave lower, and a dot above the letter always indicate that a into lower revenue stream cycles. Fortunately, this has never note is sung one octave higher. In case of octave lower, the hampered Carnatic musicians from supporting and donating apostrophe is placed to the left of `S`, and in case of octave high, to philanthropic causes. the apostrophe is placed to the right. The sargam is related to Readers may remember reading about the doyen of Carnatic major scale or western Ionian mode (also known as Bilawal music- Smt. M.S. Subbulakshmi (1916-2004) in previous Thaat in Hindustani classical music). All relationship among columns. A prolific performer, M.S. performed concerts at a pitches follows from this. In a seven tone mode, which starts number of prestigious venues including the Madras Music with S, R, G, D and N can be natural (Shuddha) or flat (komal) Academy. not sharp, and also M can be sharp or natural (tivra) not flat, She was a trailblazer for women since performance at which makes the twelve notes as in western chromatic scale. In concerts during her times was, for the most part, reserved for case of normal swara, a line below the letter signifies that it is male vocalists. M.S. was awarded a number of titles including actually flat (komal), and an acute accent signifies a sharp note. the prestigious Sangitha Kalanidhi award in 1968. She was Sa and Pa are immovable (once Sa s selected), that forms a bestowed with enormous prize money with these awards, most perfect fifth. of which she donated to charity.

In case of some notation system, the differentiation is made M.S. also raised enormous amount of money for charitable with lower case letters and capital letters. While short forms are organizations through concert performances. She donated the used, the relatively lower forms of note are generally used in proceeds of all her concerts into various charitable endowments lowercase letters, while the higher pitch uses the uppercase over her lifetime. It was a lifelong commitment to philanthropy. letter. Every Raga has its own Sargam geet. The notation song Another organization “The Samudhaaya Foundation” was or Sargam geet is especially composed with the Raga’s main founded in 1999 and has the renowned Carnatic singer Smt. melody set in a rhythm.

Sudha Raghunathan as the managing trustee. The foundation Haveli Sangeet supports various initiatives and Smt. Sudha herself has Haveli Sangeet is Vaishnava or Vishnu temple music performed many benefit concerts to raise money and awareness practiced by the “Pushti Margi Sampradaya.” Nathadwara in for multiple causes.

Smt. Sudha Raghunathan, the Sangitha Kalanidhi awardee for Rajasthan was the main seat of the Vaishnava devotional cult 2013, is the fourth generation of musicians from the GNB School which created a rich historical tradition of temple-based music.

Haveli here is referred to a palace that the deity chooses to live to receive the prestigious award.

Of late, many musicians routinely participate in the “Joy of in. In comparison to Dhrupad, Haveli Sangeet, as it is known in Giving Week”, an annual festival of philanthropy, where they Rajasthan, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh claimed superior raise funds and create awareness about noble causes by either resilience as it claimed that Lord Krishna himself was the very performing or being a part of organizations that support noble audience for its performances. In this music every activity causes. In the RTP area, the NCYCAC (North Carolina Youth revolves around Krishna Bhakti and is sung in the form of Classical Arts for Charity) organizes a fund-raising event every Kirtans, Bhajans, Samaj Gayan and Bhava Nirtya. Known to year by holding youth Carnatic concerts, and then donates the incorporate a fusion of Hindustani classical and folk music, the dominant style of singing is still Dhrupad and Dhammar. The proceeds to a cause. temples of Radha Vallabh at Vrindaban, Krishna at Nandgaon, Till we meet next time, I would encourage all readers, to attend Shri Radha Rani at Barsana, and Sri Nathji at Nathdwara are all Carnatic music concerts, especially when the musicians known to reverberate with Haveli Sangeet.

Haveli Sangeet is almost extinct but can be revived. While perform for philanthropic causes. an art-music audience can appreciate Dhrupad as well as Haveli Sangeet as more sophisticated musical genres, the Vaishnava devotee would merely consider Haveli Sangeet to be a devotional song.

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Anita Kulkarni

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MADE IN MYANMAR CLOTHING

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His plant, which ships primarily to Europe, makes the type of sportswear uncommon in sweltering Myanmar.

Think: fuchsia ski pants.

“My workers just need eyes and hands that work,” he said.

“That’s all.”

More than 15 years of Western sanctions — intended as punishment for totalitarian military rule — have left Myanmar’s economy cloistered and stunted. Only two years have passed since a junta handed power to a quasi-democratic parliament and Myanmar entered a new era of reform. But its leadership is already eager to see exports explode.

The president, an ex-general named Thein Sein, has vowed to triple the national economy in just three years.

All of the dysfunction that scares other industries away from Myanmar — power shortages, bureaucrats on the take — are standard fare in the garment exporting industry, according to David Birnbaum, an American international garment industry consultant and five-decade veteran of the trade.

“This industry works in corrupt countries. You’ve got corruption, people with guns, but it’s not a major problem for us,” Birnbaum told GlobalPost. “No electricity? We can live without electricity. China, for 20 years, barely had electricity.”

The larger question hanging over Myanmar’s industrial future is this: can factories steer away from the horrific conditions in Bangladesh, now notorious for a fiery April factory collapse blamed on shoddy conditions that left more than 1,100 dead?

During a recent tour of several Myanmar factories, arranged by a national garment manufacturers association, Birnbaum catalogued a litany of problems: underage apprentices, dim lighting, unsafe machinery and excessive overtime.

By Patrick Winn - GlobalPost.com YANGON, Myanmar — On the roads leading into one of Myanmar’s largest industrial zones, South Dagon, the potholes are big enough to bathe in.

Inside factories, hives of workers toil for 12-hour stretches in cavernous cement rooms where the power shorts out frequently and the air is stale and humid.

America’s closets are filled with blouses and jeans stitched by poor women hunched over sewing machines in tropical countries. And soon, as American and European sanctions melt away, Myanmar will join the list.

This nation of 60 million is impoverished, plagued with joblessness and corrupt to the roots; in other words, it is an ideal playing field for global garment exporting conglomerates.

Within the international clothing trade, there is little doubt that Myanmar’s garment export industry is set to boom. It has the demographics: 75 percent of the population is aged 15 to 64, the range considered “working age” in the developing world.

It has the desire: many of them are eager to get out of the sunbaked fields and under a factory roof. And it has the location: wedged between Asian powerhouses India and China.

Myanmar intends to industrialize at breakneck speed and — like Cambodia, Bangladesh and Vietnam before it — the nation hopes to stitch its way out of bleak poverty. Economists call the garment industry a “first rung” on the development ladder. The trade requires tons of labor and, with a little training, can quickly turn an illiterate rice farmer into a sewing machine operator.

“I don’t even care if they’re disabled,” said M.M. Fahim, a factory operator in South Dagon who supervises 3,000 workers.

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“There’s not a single factory I saw ... that would pass compliance,” he said. “The place has been asleep for 10 years.

They have no idea what the global industry looks like.”

And yet he is hopeful. Spurred on in part by the public relations nightmares coming out of Bangladesh — the world’s second-largest source of exported clothing and a major supplier to the US — major players in the industry is more eager than ever, he said, to improve factory standards.

“The professionals in the industry don’t want that image,” Birnbaum said. “They know it’s going to come back and kick them in the ass.”

Myanmar has only recently started to shed a reputation for abuse acquired under the now-defunct junta, a kleptocracy that suppressed all dissidence and cowed citizens inside a police state. Harsh sanctions levied by the George W. Bush administration in 2003 laid waste to a garment industry that once relied heavily on American shoppers.

Before the sanctions, which effectively banned all exports out of Myanmar, clothing accounted for roughly 80 percent of the nation’s exports to the US, according to Toshiro Kudo, a researcher with the Japanese External Trade Organization. The sanctions’ effect was devastating: more than 100 factories closed and as many as 80,000 workers lost jobs. Shame campaigns out of America and Europe had already compelled heavyweights such as Levi Strauss and Sara Lee to pull out of the country.

Ten years on, Myanmar is still filled with factory-ready seamstresses. Khine Khine Nwe, secretary of the Myanmar Garment Manufacturers Association, recently released a figure to local media that defies belief: 90 percent of all employed women in Myanmar work within the garment industry, she said.

As Western nations continue to clear away a thick web of sanctions against Myanmar, it is assumed that garment exporters will come flooding back. The Myanmar-focused Bagan Capital investment firm told trade media outlet Just Style that, once all sanctions are cleared, annual garment exports could increase by up to 200 percent.

Garment industry leaders assume that their return to Myanmar will require pay-offs to bureaucrats, Birnbaum said.

But they will seek what he calls “efficient corruption”: bribes that actually work.

“You want to charge $200 per container? Fine ... but you’ve got to clear it. Corruption is not only about power. It’s a business. So it has to be run that way.”

With such little regard for Myanmar’s government both within and outside the country, he said, decent factory conditions will rely on goodwill among the local operators and the global conglomerates. He is confident that corporations he considers the “real professionals” — Levi Strauss, America’s behemoth clothier VF Corporation, UK’s Marks & Spencer — would provide assistance if Myanmar garment magnates simply declared that “we don’t want to be Bangladesh.”

And yet Fahim, the Sri Lankan-born factory boss in South Dagon, speaks of Bangladesh’s rock bottom stitcher salaries with a tinge of envy. He pays roughly $110 per month for a stitcher; Bangladesh, though soon to raise its minimum wage for garment workers, pays roughly $40. Fahim also spends tens of thousands per year bussing in villagers to a governmentdesignated industrial zone — a move that, he said, is cheaper than building on site dorms and dealing with the inherent tumult in running a small commune at the factory site.

“Ten workers, to me, that’s 10 headaches,” he said. “But I can’t just move this entire building over to Bangladesh.”

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Built to network and advance the industry of South Asian professionals across media, marketing and entertainment, the SAMMA Summit 2013 was keynoted by: Priyanka Chopra, one of India’s top award winning actresses who was recently signed by Interscope and DesiHits! and is now the opening musical Bollywood actress and pop star, Priyanka act for the NFL Network; Dr. Chopra, delivers the keynote speech.

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Rajan Shah, former Charlottean, is the cofounder of SAMMA. The diverse set of participants and panelists at the event included: Sanjay Sharma (SVP, Strategy and Business Development, Machinima); Dr. Raj Sisodia (Best Selling Author, “Conscious Capitalism”); Ritu Trivedi (SVP, Digital Strategy and Partnerships, MediaVest); Sakina Jaffrey (Actor, Netflix “House of Cards”); Jimmy Soni (Managing Editor, The Huffington Post).

Russell Peters, Mindy Kaling Vijay Iyer, Anjula Acharia Bath Receive 2013 SAMMA Trailblazer Awards.

(New York, NY) The Association of South Asians in Media, Marketing & Entertainment (SAMMA) held its 4th annual conference and gala in late September in New York City bringing together 300+ top South Asian leaders and innovators in digital media, television and film, marketing and advertising and music and entertainment for two days of insights, ideation and industry building. The SAMMA Summit was followed by an evening gala where the organization presented its 2013 SAMMA Trailblazer Awards to four individuals for significant contributions to their industry and helping pave the way for South Asians in their respective fields.

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“It is strange to be called a trailblazer because I’ve never really considered myself one,” said Mindy Kaling, lead actor, producer and writer of The Mindy Project on Fox. “In general, I try to tell stories that are relatable to everyone. I’ve always aspired to be the funniest person out there, not just the funniest South Asian,” she said in a video acceptance from the set of her show. “I am privileged to have had these opportunities in show business. Thank you so much for this incredible award.”

“I’ve never been called a trailblazer,” said Russell Peters, who celebrated his 43rd birthday at the SAMMA gala and had the audience in stiches through the night. “When I was younger, I always wanted a Chevy Trailblazer, but this trailblazer I never imagined. I am honored and proud especially to be recognized by my own community. The more doors we can open for each other the better for everyone. I see more of us in the industry every day, and I want to continue seeing more of us.”

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The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Wins People’s Choice Award at Solar Decathlon UrbanEden, the solar-powered house from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, won the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2013 People’s Choice Award last month. This award gives the public the opportunity to vote for its favorite house, and solar decathletes from UNC Charlotte accepted the award at a private Victory Reception at Hangar 244 in the Orange County Great Park—the last official event of Solar Decathlon 2013.

Designed as an urban infill project, UrbanEden has a variety of sustainability features, such as thermal mass, passive solar, and radiant energy as well as unique technologies that demonstrated true innovation, including radiant geopolymer concrete walls, movable photovoltaic shading, and a nighttime radiation emitter.

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These technologies helped the team win a third-place award in the Engineering Contest. But what wins the People’s Choice Award is capturing the hearts of visitors. The house featured light-filled rooms that open to a garden-rimmed outdoor deck, laminated bamboo cabinetry and paneling, and continuous ash flooring.

UrbanEden is a house people can imagine themselves living in.

Team Austria received first place in both the Hot Water and Energy Balance contests.

University of Las Vegas Nevada took second place in the overall competition, and Czech Technical University received third place.

The winner of the Solar Decathlon is the team that best blends affordability, consumer appeal, and design excellence with optimal energy production and maximum efficiency.

Results for the final juried contest, Engineering, were announced prior to the overall competition winners. Team Ontario (Queen’s University, Carleton University, and Algonquin College) placed first.

“Team Ontario revealed a complete understanding of building science, a very good building envelope for the target climate, and excellent integration of passive and active strategies,” said Engineering Contest juror Kent W. Peterson of P2S Engineering. “We believe this team best demonstrated design excellence with optimal energy production and maximum efficiency.”

Second place in Engineering went to Czech Technical University from the Czech Republic. Three teams shared third place: Team Austria from Vienna University of Technology, The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and University of Nevada Las Vegas The Engineering Contest jurors evaluate each house’s energy-efficiency savings, creative design innovations, and the functionality and reliability of each system.

The UNC Charlotte placed 13th in the overall competition.

A total of 19 teams competed this year.

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The first Solar Decathlon was held in 2002; the competition has since occurred biennially in 2005, 2007, 2009, and 2011.

This year’s event took place from Oct. 3–13, 2013, at Orange County Great Park in Irvine, California.

Open to the public free of charge, the Solar Decathlon gives visitors the opportunity to tour the houses, gather ideas to use in their own homes, and learn how energy-saving features can help them save money today.

The purpose of the Solar Decathlon is to: Educates students and the public about the money-saving opportunities and environmental benefits presented by clean-energy products and design solutions; Demonstrate to the public the comfort and affordability of homes that combine energy-efficient construction and appliances with renewable energy systems available today; and Provide participating students with unique training that prepares them to enter nation’s clean-energy workforce.

Since 2002, the Solar Decathlon has: Involved 112 collegiate teams, which pursued a multidisciplinary approach to study the requirements for designing and building energy-efficient, solar-powered houses; Established a worldwide reputation as a successful educational program and workforce development opportunity for thousands of students; Expanded to currently include 65 participating teams and nearly 10,000 students in three competitions around the world: Solar Decathlon Europe 2012, Solar Decathlon China 2013, and the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2013; and Educated the public about the benefits, affordability, and availability of clean energy solutions by generating widespread media coverage and harnessing digital tools to reach tens of millions of people.

Vienna University of Technology Wins Solar Decathlon 2013 Team Austria from the Vienna University of Technology won the overall competition of U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2013.

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By Jean MacKenzie - GlobalPost.com BUZZARDS BAY, Mass. — The United States is in trouble.

BIG trouble. Or so it seems.

Despite a last-minute save from Capitol Hill that averted what could have been financial Armageddon, the damage to America’s reputation will be lasting, according to the experts.

Uber-investor Warren Buffet is calling the whole neardefault crisis debt ceiling “an act of pure idiocy,” and warning Washington it’s in danger of being seen as, well, spoiled: “Credit worthiness is like virginity, it can be preserved but not restored very easily,” he told CNBC. Fitch, which with Standard & Poor’s and Moody’s forms a holy trinity of ratings agencies, said last month it put the United States on notice that it could face a credit rating downgrade if it did not stop playing chicken with the economy, and changed the outlook on US debt to “rating watch negative.”

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China, of course, has been fulminating about Washington’s “hypocrisy and irresponsibility” for days. Last month, to add injury to insult, Chinese credit rating agency Dagong demoted the US from A to A-, on the credit worthiness scale, with a negative outlook.

“For a long time the US government maintains its solvency by repaying its old debts through raising new debts, which constantly aggravates the vulnerability of the federal government’s solvency. Hence the government is still approaching the verge of default crisis, a situation that cannot be substantially alleviated in the foreseeable future,” Dagong said in its justification for the downgrade.

But how much does all of this really matter?

CNN’s Erin Burnett certainly thinks it does. Each night on her show “Out Front,” with Cronkite-like solemnity, she gives the count from the fateful day when Wall Street first fell from its lofty pinnacle: “It’s been 803 days since S&P downgraded the US AAA credit rating,” she said recently. “What are we doing to get it back?”

In August 2011, amid another debt-ceiling crisis, S&P caused a flutter in the market when it knocked US debt down to AA+, with a negative outlook. It was the first time anyone had dared to suggest that the US government’s commitment to paying its bills was anything other than rock-solid, and the reaction was fierce.

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“The stock market lost its collective mind, “writes Jeff countries blanch: For 2012 it was over 100 percent, or $16.7 Macke, of Yahoo Finance. “[It fell] nearly 7 percent the trillion, nearly $5 trillion of which is held by foreign following Monday alone and nearly 17 percent in the three governments.

That’s a lot of debt. weeks surrounding the downgrade.”

“Having low debt to GDP … is not necessarily a sign of a stable economy,” USA Today writes. “For some countries, high debt is a sign of a healthy economy. Five of the AAA-rated countries had debt exceeding 50 percent of national GDP as of 2012.”

The United States, then, must be in great shape, no?

No. Agencies weigh several factors when rating a country’s debt. Political variables are among them. Lately, with the squabbling likely to continue in Congress, that’s bad news for America.

Out of the top 10 world economies, only Germany has an AAA rating; China and Japan, Nos. 2 and 3, respectively, are rated AA- by S&P, with China given a “stable” outlook and Japan “negative.”

According to S&P, while Japan has a “prosperous and But the panic did not last long; a year later, Treasury diversified economy,” it also has “a very weak fiscal position, securities were stronger than ever. That meant the US aging demographics, and persistent deflation,” which are government was able to borrow for historically cheap rates, a dragging it down.

Russia, the eighth-largest world economy, with a GDP of privilege suggesting confidence in Washington’s credit $2.2 trillion, is just one step above junk bond status with the worthiness had reached a new peak.

“Since then, demand for Treasury securities has only three major ratings agencies. While its economy is huge, it has grown,” the Wall Street Journal writes. “Even for investors “limited diversification” and a “focus on commodities” that, for worried about the long-term health of US finances, last August’s Moody’s, keep it on the risk level of Mauritius.

China is also in trouble, experts say, due to an over-reliance reaction showed that Treasurys have a stronghold on safeon credit to finance growth. haven seekers.”

“Risks over China’s financial stability have grown. Credit So what is all the fuss about?

According to S&P, “Credit ratings are opinions about credit has grown significantly faster than gross domestic product,” risk. Standard & Poor’s ratings express the agency’s opinion the Financial Times writes, citing Fitch’s downgrade of China’s about the ability and willingness of an issuer, such as a credit rating earlier this year.

China holds nearly $1.3 trillion in US Treasury securities, corporation or state or city government, to meet financial meaning that, for all its bluster, the world’s second-largest obligations in full and on time.”

The key word here is “opinion” — credit ratings are economy is dependent on the United States.

“China got into bed with the US Treasury and can’t get out,” subjective, and take many different factors into account.

The highest rating is AAA for S&P and Fitch, with Moody’s Time magazine writes.

So, credit ratings aside, the United States is still the world’s using Aaa. Only 11 countries now have perfect credit with all of the top prime destination for investment, and is likely to stay that way three rating agencies, and, thanks to S&P, the US is no longer for some time to come.

“The US possesses unparalleled assets, including the size in the lofty company of Australia, Canada, Germany, Norway and resilience of its economy and the dollar’s standing as the and Singapore, and Luxembourg. world’s reserve currency,” according to Bloomberg However, to be blunt, so what?

Certainly Buffet, along with China and other international Businessweek.

“Few investors are willing to bet the US government will bodies, is right to lecture Washington about political brinkmanship and fiscal irresponsibility. But in the end, deep- fail to meet its debts, no matter how dysfunctional the politics pocket investors in Beijing, Tokyo and elsewhere will buy up become in Washington.”

US debt with alacrity: It is, for many, the only game in town.

“We continue to be the one indispensable nation,” President Barack Obama said at a news conference in Washington earlier this month. “There are countries across Asia who … want to do business with us, they admire our economy, they admire our entrepreneurs, they know that their growth is going to be contingent on working with us … So it’s not as if they’ve got other places to go.”

That is, indeed, the case: Should a country with a lot of cash to invest decide to stick only to economies with pristine credit reports, its options are limited.

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1. With our new baby up every two hours, I’m really happy but spaced out. _____ 2. I think that antique lamp and table are a waste of space. _____ 3. He’s no help with the reorganization. He just takes up space. ____ 4. Watch this space! _____ 5. They didn’t seem to realize the gravity of the situation._____ 6. These teenagers act like they’re living on another planet ! _____ 7. As a young man he had big dreams and stars in his eyes. ____ 8. He thanked his lucky stars that they hired him just before his savings were depleted. _____ 9. Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, “Hitch your wagon to a star.” _____ 10. She likes to read novels about star-crossed lovers! ___________ 11. Her granddaughter starred in the school production of “Annie.”._____ 12. I slipped, bumped my head and saw stars. _____ 13. Their parents always encouraged them to reach for the stars . _____ 14. The Metropolitan Opera’s opening night gala featured a galaxy of both audience and performers. ______ 15. Some parents try to move heaven and earth to get their child into the “right” preschool! ______ 16. If I ever—heaven forbid—get stuck driving in an ice storm again, at least I’ll know what to do! ____ 17. The year-end bonus was manna from heaven. _____ 18. What in heaven’s name are we doing jogging in this heavy rain? _____ 19. She was in seventh heaven when he proposed. _____ 20. When he spent most of their discretionary fund on a bigger T.V. she was so upset that you could cut the atmosphere with a knife! ___

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visa numbers. One of the key aspects of the bill, backed by both labor and business, is a new “W” worker program that could expand over time based on workforce needs. Although W visas are for a limited duration, workers in W status may eventually be eligible to apply for lawful permanent residence, marking the first time that such less-skilled nonimmigrant workers would be allowed to transition to permanent resident status without an employer’s sponsorship. S. 744 also expands permanent visas for many foreign graduates from U.S. universities in the sciences and related fields, increases over time the number of temporary high-skilled visas based on demand, and expands opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors to come to the U.S.

Immigration Matters Understanding the 2013 Senate Immigration Bill S.744

The Immigration Policy Center has written a guide to provide policymakers, the media, and the public with an easy-tounderstand guide to the main components of S. 744 and the purpose behind them. The guide follows the structure of the bill, with a separate section addressing the cost-benefit analysis of S. 744, a resources page, and a glossary. Here is a brief primer. The complete guide can be viewed at the link at the end S. 744 also addresses long-overdue shortcomings of the immigration removal, detention, and court processes, including of the article. authorizing access to counsel for certain vulnerable populations, giving immigration judges more opportunity to The Basics - What is S. 744? make case-by-case determinations on removal decisions, and The “Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration streamlining the asylum program. It also increases the penalties Modernization Act,” or S. 744, is a broad-based proposal for for certain criminal activities, making it more difficult or reforming the U.S. immigration system written by a bipartisan impossible to become a legal resident due to drunk-driving group of eight Senators known as the “Gang of Eight.” Senators convictions, gang activity, domestic violence, passport fraud, Charles Schumer (D-NY), John McCain (R-AZ), Richard Durbin and identity theft. Finally, S. 744 encourages immigrant (D-IL), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Robert Menendez (D-NJ), integration through more targeted programs and foundations Marco Rubio (R-FL), Michael Bennet (D-CO), and Jeff Flake (R- to help legal immigrants become citizens.

AZ) drafted S. 744 in the spring of 2013. The bill addresses all aspects of the immigration process from border and What is the bill’s procedural standing? enforcement issues to legal immigration reforms. It makes changes to the family and employment-based visa categories The bill was introduced in the Senate on April 16, 2013, by for immigrants, provides critical due-process protections, Senator Schumer of New York and was referred to the increases the availability of nonimmigrant workers to Committee on the Judiciary. A total of 301 amendments supplement all sectors of the workforce, and provides legal (including the manager’s amendment) were proposed by status to 11 million undocumented immigrants within the committee members. A third of those were considered and 92 United States. The Senators intended this legislation to address were incorporated into the bill by voice vote. On May 21st, S. these issues “…by finally committing the resources needed to 744 passed out of the Senate Judiciary Committee on a vote of secure the border, modernize and streamline our current legal 13-5. Debate on the Senate floor began on June 7, 2013. Senators immigration system, while creating a tough but fair legalization filed more than 500 amendments, but very few actually were offered on the floor or voted upon due to filibusters. The program for individuals who are currently here.” primary exception, known as the “border surge” amendment, If enacted, S. 744 would require that a series of enforcement was introduced by Senators Bob Corker (R-TN) and John measures, or “triggers,” go into effect prior to completing the Hoeven (R-ND) and adopted by a vote of 67 to 27. S. 744 as legalization process. For example, although undocumented amended passed the Senate on June 27, 2013 by a vote of 68-32. immigrants will be allowed to register for the new Registered Provisional Immigrant (RPI) program almost immediately, What happens now that S. 744 has been passed by the Senate? before those in RPI status can apply to become lawful permanent residents the Department of Homeland Security Now that the Senate has passed S. 744, it will be sent to the (DHS) must certify that the Comprehensive Southern Border House of Representatives for consideration. In the case of S. 744, Security Strategy is deployed and operational, 700 miles of which contains proposals to raise revenue, the House is fencing is complete, 38,405 border patrol agents are deployed, unlikely to simply take up the Senate bill, but could introduce and the E-Verify employment verification system is in place, essentially the same bill on the floor. Members of the House among other requirements. The Development, Relief, and may introduce their own comprehensive package, which could Education for Alien Minors Act (DREAM Act) and Agricultural be taken up; or the House may choose to consider a number of Job Opportunities, Benefits, and Security Act (AgJobs) are both separate immigration bills that are packaged together for incorporated into the RPI program, but applicants who qualify consideration. If the House passes a bill that differs from the under those provisions will be eligible to obtain legal Senate bill, the two bills will need to be reconciled. This may happen via a conference committee of appointed Senators and permanent resident status more rapidly.

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Dances of India

With a few simple steps, and some teamwork among parents, teachers and medical professionals, dancers can keep up with their passion for many years.

By Dr. Maha Gingrich

Correction: Last month in the October issue, we inadvertently reprinted the dances of India article that ran in the September issue. We regret the error.

Is Dance a Sport?

For questions or comments contact Dr. Maha Gingrich via e-mail at: msgingrich@juno.com

As soon as the schools started, kids also started their sports activities such as soccer, tennis, and track. I see many of my students with ankle or knee braces, few bruises on arms, knees or ankles, along with sore calves, tight hamstrings and so on.

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When we think about dance, not many people identify it as a sport. Some tend to think dancing as a graceful, beautiful and non-impact art form. However, the research indicates that the physical demands placed on the bodies of dancers have been shown to make them just as susceptible as basketball players to injury. In particular, most professional dancers like me have begun dancing at the age of five or six. The repetitive practice of movements that require extreme flexibility, strength, and endurance make us prime candidates for overuse injuries.

As a classical dance teacher, I also see many young kids with more severe sports injuries. These injuries tend to occur at the foot/ankle/ knee/lower leg, low back, and hip. These areas are vulnerable to a wide range of injuries, including stress fractures, tendon injuries, sprains, and strains. It is proven that girls do not get enough time to warm up and do not receive enough guidance on strength training for sports.

These injuries show up with greater frequency in dancers as they age. Therefore, it is extremely important to emphasize what the young dancer can do to prevent future injuries. I can only speak for dancing as a sport. All Indian dancers should remember a few key things to prevent dance injuries and as dance teachers we should consistently remind our students of these guidelines: • Wear properly fitting clothing. Make sure that pants are not coming under the heels. Try to wear Chudidar pants that are tight at the ankle and loose at the top. This will prevent slipping hazards on the dance floors.

• Drink plenty of fluids, especially water to keep you hydrated.

Otherwise you could feel light headed and lose balance while dancing.

• Pay close attention to correct technique and body posture.

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• Always warm-up before you practice. This becomes even more crucial as the kids enter into teenage years. Yoga is a great tool to assist with flexibility.

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like any other parent, I worry. Spiders. Scratches. Coughs.

There’s all of that out here.

Just. Like. Anywhere.

But then, there was the earthquake. A 5.0, we found out later. It’s not like building codes in Sikkim are going to be adhered to like buildings in Tokyo, so you have to wonder what might have happened if the shake had been any stronger. When stuff settled, we went out for paranthas and chai.

Kush said, “What just happened?”

“An earthquake,” Akira said. “It’s when the ground shakes.”

“Oh,” he said. “The earth spirits were angry. That’s what the Lepchas say.”

“Do they, now?” I asked. So he was paying attention to those bedtime fairy tales, after all. “Hey, want to go to see how the Lepchas live in Dzongu?”

Most of the changes, though, have been internal. How I see things now is completely different from right before I left Durham, still wondering about the exact objective of a plan to learn about Asia and show Kush what it’s like to meet new people, geographies, and ways of doing things. The Nepali head tilt—-just once, to the side—-is something he’s already added to his vocabulary.

“Have you heard of the Situationists?” a new architect friend in Gangtok, Prashant Pradhan, asked Akira and me, while Kush colored one evening at Bar 88, a place just up from our hotel in Arithang. We’d asked the architect and his wife, Hema, to join us there, as they’d spent a long time living in New York and had a bunch of great stories. Hema heads an experimental school that stresses play and individually-paced learning.

“Yes,” Akira and I said in unison.

“They drifted, from one place to another, not knowing what they might find next,” Prashant said. “Kind of like what you guys are doing.”

The idea of drift had fit with us, exactly, when we’d first heard about it from yet another architect, that time in Seattle.

I’d gone to the library right away and read everything I could about the Society of the Spectacle, and other ideas the Situationists brought astir.

I was a little overoptimistic coming out to India about one thing, though.

Virtual consulting. It’s practically impossible to find reliable Internet (or power), so helping a new client from this far away seems daunting. A hurricane comes along, and the lights flick out.

Yet, it’s not going to be impossible, and I have a hunch by the time we get back to Delhi later this year to pick up our exit ticket from India, we’ll have a few new people who want to work with us professionally from right here. Something will work out. That’s what happened when we got back to North Carolina from Seattle, and the Internet was the way to make jobsharing possible for our dual tasks of co-parenting and codesigning brands for new clients on the West Coast. Kush went to bed, and we went to work.

It was all up to us. It still is.

It Takes a Village

By Dipika Kohli Drifting away from Sikkim

High season now in Gangtok, but it’s soon going to be time to go.

“I don’t want to get too complacent here,” I say to Akira, my husband, because our cut-rate deal at the hotel could be ours for another month, if we like. “Weren’t we practicing ‘leaning into uncertainty?’ Isn’t that what you wrote? I liked that.”

You’re probably wondering, if you’ve been reading along, what we’re even doing out here. Practicing the unknown, uncertain and different: that’s the big idea. How to actually do it is a matter of some experimentation.

Getting back on the road for the next leg of what so far has been a five-month journey with our blue rolly suitcase and a black pack to rove to the next, unknown place and start a separate chapter isn’t at all like what life used to be back in North Carolina.

I don’t want to get too morbid, but all this started with death. People I’ve known and cared about deeply seemed to be getting the short stick.

Maybe it was in part to process the feelings surrounding watching friends die, but I started obsessing about how little time we actually have to realize our fullest potential. Sifting and sorting the pages of my own dreams, I wanted to arrange the items that really mattered way up high in the list of “to-dos.”

I’ve been told, a lot lately, that I’m lucky. “You’re lucky you have just one kid. You’re lucky you can do this. You’re lucky you have the time to go and galavant around the world with your family.”

I’m lucky, sure. I’m lucky I’m not dead yet. That’s what I want to say, in return. Of course I don’t. Going into all the background is sometimes too heavy for folks. (But I do go into it in a TEDx Raleigh talk you can find if you Google “there’s not that much time left.”)

Besides, all this is by design.

Taking Kush, my five year-old son, to northeastern India— -that was high on my bucket list. Letting him see for himself what it’s like to do what I did when I was 23, and already too far along in my ways of thinking about things, well, that was what I wanted most. India teaches a ton. Getting lost a little to find center, that’s what I say to people who are looking for a new concept or angle on an old problem. Sometimes you don’t even know what you’re looking for until you happen upon it.

But this isn’t just any old trip, for us. It’s an experiment in observation and participation with foreignness. You don’t know what can come up, or what it’ll look like, or how it will taste, or feel, or even if you’ll like it. Sometimes you won’t. I lasted just two short nights on the “homestay” in Dzongu, a place in North Sikkim that’s so special you need a permit to get in even if Dipika writes at Kismuth [http://kismuth.wordpress.com]. you’re an Indian citizen. They take two days to process, and they want your photographs, too. Still, we went. Too wild for Dipika Kohli me, though. Akira was nice about it. “Playing with the edge is Contact email: one thing, and you don’t have to overdo it if you’re having a dipika@designkompany.com hard time. Knowing is what matters.”

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Ladakh Ladakh is a region of India in the state of Jammu and Kashmir that lies between the Kunlun mountain range in the north and the main Great Himalayas to the south. It is one of the most sparsely populated regions of India.

Contemporary Ladakh borders Tibet to the east, the Lahaul and Spiti to the south, the Vale of Kashmir, Jammu and Baltiyul regions to the west, and the trans窶適unlun territory of Xinjiang to the far north. Ladakh is renowned for its remote mountain beauty and culture. It is sometimes called "Little Tibet" as it has been strongly influenced by Tibetan culture. In the past Ladakh gained importance from its strategic location at the crossroads of important trade routes, but since the Chinese authorities closed the borders with Tibet and Central Asia in the 1960s, international trade has dwindled except for tourism. Since 1974, the Government of India has successfully encouraged tourism in Ladakh.

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Ladakh is the highest plateau of state of Kashmir with much of it being over 3,000 m (9,800 ft). One of the most famous and picturesque areas of Ladakh is the Pangong Tso or Lake (Tibetan for "long, narrow, enchanted lake"). It is situated at a height of about 4,350 m (14,270 ft). It is 134 km (83 mi) long and extends from India to Tibet.

During winter the lake freezes completely, despite having brackish waters (more saline than freshwater but less saline than seawater). The lake is in disputed territory in the border between India and China. The Line of Actual Control between India and China passes through the lake. A section of the lake approximately 20 km east from the Line of Actual Control is controlled by China but claimed by India. The eastern end of the lake is in Tibet and is not claimed

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Here’s why.

By Benjamin Carlson - GlobalPost.com HONG KONG — If Tolstoy had written a history of foreign corporations in China, it might have started something like this: “Companies that succeed in China do so for similar reasons; every company that fails, fails in its own way.”

Since China opened up to foreign investment in the late 1970s, some of America’s most powerful corporations have gone confidently into the People’s Republic, only to stagger out a few years later, battered, confused, and defeated.

It’s not because the businesses were incompetent. Many of the biggest failures belong to the Fortune 500: Mattel, eBay, Google, Home Depot. All of these have thrived in markets around the world, but not in China.

Why? Some suffered from a lack of flexibility, or a failure to localize. Others fell because of bad timing, or a superior local competitor. While the causes are as varied as the industries themselves, a pattern can be discerned among the biggest failures in China: an inability to grasp just how different — and cutthroat — the Chinese market can be.

“It’s a lack of understanding of the legal and cultural environment that leads to most failures,” says Shawn Mahoney, managing director of the EP China consulting group. “The only difference between a success and failure in my experience is that people who are successful are more willing to talk and learn about how things work on the ground.”

Here, we look at how four of the biggest US companies lost their way in China.

Home Depot: China’s not the land of DIY America’s suburbs are full of tinkerers and homeimprovement hobbyists, and Home Depot exists to serve them.

With aisles upon aisles of power tools, building materials, and hardware supplies, its big-box stores are a testimony to US homeowners’ do-it-yourself ethic.

On the surface, it seems like things might be similar in China. The country has a growing middle class, millions of new homeowners, and a culture of everyday ingenuity and thrift.

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Wouldn’t Home Depot do perfectly there?

That’s what the company thought when it bought into China in 2006. The Atlanta-based firm acquired a local firm, stocked its 12 stores with tools and materials, and waited for the money to roll in.

It never did.

After six years of struggle, Home Depot shut its seven remaining stores and fired 850 workers in China.

There are several factors behind the failure. First was simply timing: Home Depot came late to China, after its competitors already had a foothold. By the time it arrived China’s growth was slowing down.

Second was the nature of China’s housing market. Many people buy homes for investment and speculation, not to improve.

Third was the store format. As Best Buy and other American retailers have found, Chinese consumers don’t like big, boxy warehouses far away from a city center.

Finally, and most fatally, Home Depot tried to bring American notions of DIY to a market where labor was so cheap that most people simply hired a handyman.

“Home Depot, Barbie, Best Buy — they came and tried to sell the American vision, thinking people wanted to buy that,” says Mahoney. “That’s not what Chinese want to buy.”

The company admitted as much when it left China. As the company spokeswoman said at the time, “China is a do-it-forme market, not a do-it-yourself market, so we have to adjust.”

Mattel: Nobody wants $100 Barbie jeans The irony of Barbie’s failure in China is that Barbie, the doll, was actually fairly popular. The problem was that Barbie, the brand, was not.

Mattel’s foray began in 2009, when it opened the world’s largest “House of Barbie” in a prime Shanghai location. The toymaker spent $30 million making the six-story shop a temple to all things Barbie. It included a restaurant, a hair and nail salon, a cocktail bar, and a spa.

Mattel even launched a localized doll, Ling, to appeal to Chinese consumers.

So what went wrong?

Partly, it was a failure of planning. The store was too big, too expensive, and too confusing in its mixture of adult pleasures (Barbie martinis, bust-firming treatments) and children’s toys.

More fundamentally, Mattel seems to have misread the market. Instead of focusing on children’s dolls, Mattel assumed that Chinese consumers would want a whole range of pricey Barbie-themed clothing, foods, and goods.

But, as author and business consultant Helen Wang points out, “Since Barbie is not a cultural icon in China as she is in America, Chinese consumers couldn’t care less about Barbiebranded products.”

By the time Mattel realized its mistake, the store was bleeding money. In 2011, the House of Barbie closed.

If there’s a lesson, it’s this: Before you go in big in China, do your homework. Companies need to be flexible, adaptable, and responsive to Chinese tastes. That means experimenting before dropping $30 million on a mega-store. eBay: Don’t neglect “guanxi” Spend any time in China, and you quickly learn the power of “guanxi,” or social connections. Guanxi drives business deals and government contracts. It’s the invisible glue that ties people together. It’s the sense of connection and mutual obligation that Chinese society prizes in personal relationships. continued on page 88 56

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By Tristan McConnell - GlobalPost.com NAIROBI, Kenya — Militant groups in Central and East Africa are cashing in on the lucrative ivory trade to fund their operations across the continent, threatening both regional security and the survival of Africa’s endangered elephants.

Demand from increasingly affluent China and Southeast Asian nations has driven a surge in elephant poaching in recent years, leading to the deaths of tens of thousands of the animals annually, wildlife monitoring groups say.

But in a new development, armed insurgent groups like Uganda’s brutal Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA), Somalia’s Qaedalinked Al Shabaab and Sudan’s Janjaweed militia are joining organized criminal networks as major players in the illicit trade.

The groups are either trafficking tusks internationally for cash, or trading ivory for food and ammunition. Experts say trafficked ivory is now equivalent to conflict diamonds, mined in war zones to fund insurgencies or militias.

“We know how minerals fuel conflicts,” said Kasper Agger, who researches the LRA for the DC-based Enough Project advocacy group, which focuses on raising awareness of genocide and crimes against humanity. “But with the growing prices, ivory is also starting to fuel conflict. We have to see it in that context — that it is equally damaging to regional security.”

President Barack Obama signed earlier this month an executive order establishing a high-level Presidential Task Force on Wildlife Trafficking to address what is described as “an international crisis that continues to escalate.”

The executive order states that wildlife trafficking generates “billions of dollars in illicit revenues each year, contributing to the illegal economy, fueling instability and undermining security.”

Welcoming the US initiative John Scanlon, secretary-general of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species, said it “sends a powerful message both domestically and internationally on the need to treat wildlife crime as a serious crime on a par with narcotics and arms trafficking.”

Illegal wildlife trafficking is worth as much as $19 billion each year, making it the fourth most lucrative illegal industry after narcotics, counterfeiting and human trafficking, according to the International Fund for Animal Welfare.

In a March report, the United Nations Environment Program warned that poaching levels in Africa have more than doubled since 2007.

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When it comes to ivory, the trade is indeed lucrative.

A kilogram of elephant ivory has a black market price of about $2,200, while a rhino horn will for a staggering $66,000 per kilo, according to the senior director for African affairs at the National Security Staff of the White House.

Somalia’s Al Shabaab militia could be trafficking ivory through Kenya to supply “up to 40 percent of the funds needed to keep them in business,” says the Los Angeles-based Elephant Action League, an advocacy group.

Al Shabaab is an Al Qaeda-affiliated militant group, which at various times has controlled large swathes of Somalia, including the capital Mogadishu. An African Union peacekeeping force is said to have significantly weakened the group over the past two years, depriving Al Shabaab of territory and much-needed revenue.

The EAL says, based on its own investigation, that Al Shabaab’s monthly income from ivory at between $200,000 and $600,000, though the figure could not be verified. Kenya Wildlife Service officials support the allegations that the militants hunt for ivory to boost their coffers.

The LRA’s infamous Ugandan leader, Joseph Kony, now issues “direct orders” to subordinates to kill elephants and harvest their tusks, according to an Enough Project report Agger co-authored.

Agger says in early 2012, his organization began hearing rumors that LRA defectors were discussing poaching for tusks, which the group then uses to help supply troops with food and ammunition.

Infamous for its attacks on civilians, mass abductions, mutilation and murder, the LRA has for decades terrorized communities across Central Africa, launching attacks on isolated villages far from government.

In the Democratic Republic of Congo last year, Agger spoke to eyewitnesses who had been abducted and forced to work for the LRA helping carry elephant meat and tusks.

Agger said the tusks were carried overland by a series of porters northwards into Central African Republic (CAR) and then east into Sudan’s South Darfur, where Kony is believed to have found a safe haven under the protection of Sudan’s armed forces.

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By Balaji Prasad Thinking Simply, but not Too Simply Simplify. But don’t oversimplify! Many thinkers including Einstein have exhorted us to operate in this manner.

Interestingly, the statement itself is an example of the principle expressed by it. It states something categorically and simply, but weasels in a subtle, though complicating, “but”. That additional clause reprimands us for a tendency to oversimplify.

Why do we oversimplify?

Strange Flowers in a Swamp Generally, things are driven by some need. Surely, there must be some yearning within us that results in this infatuation with simplicity?

Could it be that we really do overcomplicate things more than we should, and so feel the need to fashion some whips that keep our prodigal tendencies in check? Alternatively, could it be that the reality is more complex than we can comprehend, and simplicity is simply a survival instinct wired into our neural pathways? Is our passion for simplicity a flower that blooms in a Garden of Eden, or is it an unsightly growth that feeds off of a swamp of confusion, desire and fear? One place where we can look is in the words we use.

Words and Worlds So much of our world is made from words. Words are the ultimate abstraction and simplification of complex thoughts – thoughts that are rooted in an even more complex reality that lies beyond thought. We express these thoughts both to others and to ourselves, influencing and stimulating further thought.

Since words are more pliable than the more complex reality they describe, we find that they bend to our will more easily.

We use them within complex reasoning frameworks that we have developed over time. Our reasoning frameworks deal not only with reality, but also with our word-based proxies for any underlying reality that may exist.

We may really live in two distinct worlds – the one we call “reality”, and the word-filled one that we often feel as reality.

We can think of words, and the associated reasoning frameworks, as the threads that are woven together to create a simple medium that is useful in expressing thought. But since our words influence thought, and thought, in turn, is expressed in words, a reinforcing feedback loop comes into play. Our words and thoughts blur together at some point. It is difficult to say where our words begin and where our thoughts end. If our words are too simple, could they limit our understanding?

A devotion to religion comes to mind. A deep disenchantment of “big government” is also in the mix of thoughts that are stimulated by the words. If we now point to a different person and say “Democrat!”, a completely different set of ideas is evoked: support for gay marriage, abortions and governmentdriven entitlement programs.

Is a democrat only a “democrat”? Is the “republican” merely the sum total of the characteristics conjured up by just one word? The democratic-republican “carving knife” is just one word-based thinking tool to slice the world along a specific axis.

We have been prolific in producing many such slicers. Other word-based abstractions help us carve the world in other ways to explore a complexity that could otherwise be overwhelming: Eastern and Western; Innovator and Slacker; Winner and Loser.

Much of this slicing seems to be quite binary. This or that. That or this.

The Power of “And” “Or” can be a slippery slope. We can have democrats and “big government”, or republicans and “small government”, if we are to believe the rhetoric. Can we not have both? Is it possible to be “big” in some respects such as when we need to pool our resources together, say, for infrastructural efforts directed at improving our highways or defense? Could we take a “small” approach with regard to people conducting their own affairs sans a mindless mob micromanaging every move? It is not easy to blend these two ways of thinking because the two are cast as binary abstractions that contradict each other. We have witnessed an example in the form of the recent cliffhanger created by the two factions – Republicans and Democrats – pitting their wits against each other, in a protracted and artificial battle. Their battlefield is strewn with “or’s” – the blue and red landmines that explode when the other side steps on them. The people are angry though – 60% of them – according to a recent NBC News article which says that they would like to “Throw the bums out [of Congress]”.

The Best Thing since Sliced Bread It may be too simplistic to throw out the politicians. We may want to consider that they come from among us. “Them” and “us” are slices carved with a binary knife too, and a self-serving one at that.

Human beings have been slicing the world into different conceptual shapes for a long time. We will continue to slice away for the foreseeable future, and will continue to harangue one another about which slicing methods and tools are better.

Some enlightened day in some distant future, it may dawn upon us that our arguments are for naught, and that the value from the bread is in the eating of it rather than from the shapes and sizes that different ways of slicing yield. Arguments based on resolving artificial “or’s” can delay the eating, and make it less pleasurable. In the land of “and”, things will be simple, but not simpler than they should. This realization will be the best thing since sliced bread!

One from Many, and Many from One Simple words allow us to render a complex world in a simple way – a coarse brush that paints broad strokes. For example, we can point to a person and say, “He is a Republican”. That statement instantly collapses a considerable amount of detail into a single characterization. Guns come to mind, along with the fierce loyalty to the Second Amendment.

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crew must be able to quickly access all the relevant procedures and displays they need.

The Orion team has been working to develop ideas on how to make that possible, and has developed a working prototype that’s been installed in a life-sized Orion mockup at Johnson Space Center. But no one is better able to judge how well it works than an astronaut.

“No one knows how to fly Orion yet – the hardware doesn’t exist yet in some cases,” Morin said. “But these crews have a lot of flight experience and a lot of test flight experience. They can help us design the displays and build a better product.”

Over the course of two weeks, 10 crews of two astronauts apiece performed two normal launch simulations and two launch abort simulations inside the Orion mockup. As they made their way through the various actions they were called on to perform, engineers took careful notes of every comment they made and question they asked. That data will be evaluated as engineers continue to fine-tune the design and build requirements for the displays and controls.

In a few months, the same crews will come back and try a new and improved version, and the process will repeat itself as Orion’s mission requirements evolve and the vehicle design is refined. In the end, the engineers and astronauts will rest assured that the system will work exactly as it should. Orion’s data and software will be made available to NASA’s commercial partners for use in vehicles being built to ferry astronauts to and from the International Space Station.

Although the final product will be different because the vehicles travel to unique destinations, NASA’s partners can choose to use it and build off of Orion’s foundation.

NASA astronauts recently experienced what it will be like to launch into space aboard the new Orion spacecraft during the first ascent simulations since the space shuttles and their simulators were retired.

Ascent simulations are precise rehearsals of the steps a spacecraft’s crew will be responsible for – including things that could go wrong – during their climb into space. They can be generic and apply to any future deep space mission, or very specific to a launch that’s been planned down to the second. For now, Orion’s simulations fall into the first category, but practicing now helps ensure the team will have the systems perfected for the astronauts in any future mission scenario.

Astronauts Rick Linnehan and Mike Foreman try out a prototype display and control system inside an Orion spacecraft mockup at Johnson Space Center during the first ascent and abort simulations for the program.

Image Credit: NASA

“Simulations like these provide valuable experience by giving astronauts and our operations team an early look at what going to deep space in Orion will be like,” said Lee Morin, an astronaut and supervisor of Johnson’s rapid prototyping laboratory, who has been working on the Orion displays.

“Rehearsing launch and ascent—two of the most challenging parts of Orion’s mission — also gives us an opportunity to work toward optimizing how the crew interacts with the spacecraft.”

Designing a spacecraft’s cockpit for ease of use and efficiency is no easy task. Each space shuttle had 10 display screens, more than 1,200 switches, dials and gauges, plus hundreds of pounds of procedures printed on paper. Orion, which is designed for deep-space exploration and autonomous or piloted rendezvous and docking, will use new technology to distill all of that down to just three computer screens, each the size of a sheet of paper.

“It sounds promising and saves a lot of weight, but designing it is challenging,” said Jeff Fox, the Orion crew systems integration lead. “We don’t want the crew to have to search through a lot of dropdown menus when they need to quickly access key systems and information.”

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Astronauts Rick Linnehan and Mike Foreman work with simulation instructor Juan Garriga (center) to prepare for their first ascent simulation inside a mockup of NASA’s new Orion spacecraft at Johnson Space Center.

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“It’s very rewarding work, knowing the displays we are creating and testing now will be what future astronauts will be looking at as they rendezvous with an asteroid, orbit the moon, and even travel to Mars,” Morin said. “Getting this right is key to making Orion and other future vehicles safer and easier to use.”

Orion’s first crewed launch, Exploration Mission-1, is scheduled for 2021, when NASA plans to send two astronauts to an asteroid in lunar orbit, with the help of NASA’s new heavy-lift rocket, the Space Launch System. It will be the farthest humans have traveled in more than 40 years, and Orion will ultimately allow us to go even farther, including to destinations such as Mars.

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Hemp Milk is a dairy-free alternative to milk that is widely available in natural food stores, and comes in original (plain), vanilla, and chocolate flavors. You’ll find it on the grocery shelf with other shelf-stable milk alternatives (soy milk, rice milk).

By Anjana Agarwal Hemp is the New Flax Hemp use dates back to the Stone Age. Imprints of hemp fibers have been found in 10,000-year-old pottery shards in Asia. Clothing, shoes, ropes, paper, and, probably, wallets, were all made from these fibers. Later, in medieval Germany and Italy, hemp was a common ingredient in recipes like pies and soups. Besides having an abundance of uses, hemp is also easy on the environment. It requires little to no pesticides while cotton, for example, is one of the most heavily-sprayed crops in the world. Hemp also replenishes the soil with nutrients, controls erosion, and produces oxygen. Just as growing hemp is a boon to the environment, eating it is a boon to your health.

Hemp Granola is a tasty and nutritious breakfast. It has a nutty flavor, crunchy texture and a boost of nutrition, thanks to the hemp: omega-3’s, omega-6’s, fiber, and protein. The same brand also makes tasty hemp-enhanced instant oatmeal, granola bars and more. You’ll find such products in the breakfast aisle of your natural foods store.

Hemp Protein Powder can make a quick, high-protein meal on the go. Just add it a scoop to your favorite smoothie combination, or mix it into juice, milk, yogurt or other liquids.

You’ll find hemp protein powder in the protein supplement section of natural foods stores. Unlike the whole hempseeds and oils, the protein has been isolated, so these powders are fatfree. An example is Nutiva’s Organic Hemp Protein Powder, to Although the leaves of the hemp plant can be eaten, the part which no flavors or sweeteners have been added. Just two of the plant best known for nutritional value is the seeds. These scoops add 11 grams of high-quality protein and 3 grams of small seeds are highly nutritious, containing essential fatty fiber for 120 calories. acids, amino acids, and minerals. About a third of the weight of the seed is made up of oil, and most of that oil is the healthy Hemp Seed Butter can be used like peanut butter. Spread it variety: ALA (alpha-linoleic acid, a type of Omega-3 fat) and on crackers or bread; use it as a dip for apple slices; or replace linoleic acid. These essential fatty acids (EFA’s for short) can it for any nut butter a recipe might call for. It’s a rich source of benefit your health in many ways. Hemp seeds also contain healthy fatty acids and protein, too. Like natural peanut butter, complete, high-quality protein and all eight essential amino which has no additives, you should stir it to mix the oils and acids. store it in the refrigerator to prolong shelf life and prevent oil separation.

Because of U.S. regulations, you won’t be able to grow your own hemp plants or buy them at your local farmers market, but Hemp Nuts are a deliciously crunchy snack when eaten you can still reap the benefits of this amazing plant thanks to a plain but can also be added to your favorite trail mix, cereals or growing number of food products at your local grocery store salads. You might also find Hemp Nuts in the bulk foods or and online. Hempseed and its oil have a unique, nutty flavor, natural snacks sections. similar to flaxseed.

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Because they contain primarily unsaturated fat, hemp seeds should be stored away from light and heat, and refrigerated.

Hemp Oil is used mainly as a supplement and has a fairly strong nutty flavor. It’s nutritionally superior to both olive and flaxseed oils and can be used in salad dressings, smoothies and other recipes but shouldn’t be heated or cooked. You’ll find it in opaque bottles, in the section of refrigerated supplements in natural foods stores. When buying, look for an organic, coldpressed and raw variety, and always store hemp oil in darkSaathee.com

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Recipes & More Hot and Sour Soup Ingredients: One liter water and vegetable stock 4 tbsp. light soy sauce 1/2 box mushrooms, chopped or thinly sliced 1 tsp. hot sauce 1 package Ramen noodles 2 tbsp. white vinegar 2 tsp. cornstarch, mixed with water to thicken soup 1 egg, whisked 4 spring or green onions, chopped Handful bean sprouts 1 cup cubed tofu

Method: In a pot cook garlic and onions in two of butter (about five min). Stir in carrots and celery. Cook and stir about five minutes or until just tender. Stir in potato, squash, broth, honey and thyme. Bring mix to boil, then reduce and simmer covered 30-45 minutes until vegetables are tender. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Put in blender, food processor or use a hand blender and process until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then reheat. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and chopped fresh chives or fresh thyme. Serves six.

Italian Cabbage Soup Ingredients: 1 carton vegetable broth 1 can Italian style stewed tomatoes 1/4 head cabbage, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and sliced 1/2 inch 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper Method: In a five quart pot with water add soy sauce, 1 can cannelloni beans drained and rinsed, optional mushrooms, hot sauce, vinegar, Ramen noodles and bean sprouts, and then bring it to a boil. Add tofu and the cornstarch Method: Add broth and stewed tomatoes to a large pot. Add mixture. Add the egg when soup is boiling, mixing in slowly, onions, garlic, carrot, cabbage, salt, pepper and beans. Simmer but do not whisk. Remove from heat and add spring onions. 1 1/2 hours on low heat. Serves four.

Serve hot with fried noodles. Serves about six.

Roasted Red Pepper Soup Ingredients: 5 red bell peppers 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 6 cups vegetarian broth 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper or to taste 1 teaspoons dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce 3 ounces cream cheese, softened

Cheese and Onion Soup Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter or margarine 6 cups sliced onions 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 6 cups veggie broth 2 tablespoons white vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Method: Melt butter in a heavy pot; sautĂŠ onions over mediumlow heat until light brown, stirring occasionally (about 10 minutes). Sprinkle flour over onions. Stir in broth, vinegar, salt, Method: Spray oil on foil in baking sheet and set oven to broil. and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer Cut peppers in half and remove seeds and membranes, lay skin uncovered for 10 minutes. Ladle soup into serving bowls and side up on foil and broil until charred. Remove to a plastic bag some crusty French bread on the side. Serves six. and twist to seal. Let steam for 15 minutes, then peel and chop.

Spicy Thai Pumpkin Soup Meanwhile in large pot heat the oil, onion and garlic over Ingredients: medium heat. In a blender puree peppers, onion mixture and broth in two batches. Return to pot. Heat on medium until 1 tablespoon vegetable oil starting to bubble and then add remaining ingredients and heat 1 tablespoon butter through until cream cheese is melted. To serve, ladle into 1 clove garlic, chopped 4 shallots, chopped warmed bowls. Serves six.

2 small fresh red chili peppers, chopped 1 tablespoon chopped lemon grass Butternut Squash Soup 2 1/8 cups vegetarian stock Ingredients: 4 cups peeled and diced pumpkin 1 potato peeled & chopped 1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk 1 butternut squash, peeled, seeded & chopped 1 bunch fresh basil leaves 3 carrots chopped and peeled 2 celery stalks chopped 1 onion chopped 2 tbsp. butter 2 garlic cloves minced 3 cans (14.5 oz. each) veggie broth 3 tbs. honey 3/4 tsp. dried thyme leaves Salt & pepper to taste

Method: In a medium saucepan, heat oil and butter over low heat. Cook garlic, shallots, chilies, and lemongrass in oil until fragrant. Stir in stock, coconut milk, and pumpkin; bring to a boil. Cook until pumpkin softens. In a blender, blend the soup in batches to a smooth or slightly chunky consistency, whatever you prefer. Serve with basil leaves. continued on page 82

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By Samir Shukla It’s in the Rhythm Aaaaaaarghh.

I lost my rhythm.

I blurted out those words to my son after missing an easy shot during a recent game of Ping-Pong. We had a long rally going and both were twisting and turning and making fastflying, low-riding shots. Suddenly I saw the ball coming in slow and easy and tried to unleash a backhand smash and completely missed the ball. It was as if there was a hole in the paddle.

My reaction? I felt I had lost my rhythm.

There was music in that long rally but I missed a beat and the shot along with it.

I was dancing along to the ball flying back and forth and in a brief moment, a misstep, I lost my rhythm.

Humans need rhythm. We need rhythmic beats, patterns and geometries surrounding us. Everything we do daily has a subconscious rhythm behind it. Sometime when the mood is right the subconscious waves materialize into the physical realm as we start to hum or sway or dance along to even the most mundane activities.

In our work, in our play and even in our sleep, we need patterns and beats and pacing. We need rhythm. People experience R.E.M. (Rapid Eye Movement) during sleep. What is it but a rhythm evolved over the eons to help us get deep sleep and rest.

Our lives revolve around rhythms, whether we feel them or not.

Our need for and reliance on rhythm begins in the womb, as the mother’s heartbeat comforts the growing child nestled nearby in the womb. A newborn child clings to the mother’s breast trying to instinctively get as close to the rhythm of her heartbeat as it can. The child doesn’t want to miss a single beat of that rhythm.

It’s no wonder our hearts have evolved as the rhythm centers of our being. The heart beats faster in moments of fright or sensuality. It slows down when we are relaxed. We cease to exist the moment the rhythm of the heart, the rhythm of our being, stops.

We associate rhythm with music. But rhythm is everywhere, in all things and surrounds us completely.

But music and its rhythms have the power to awaken even the most complacent or pessimistic among us. There are musical rhythms that either attract our attention or make us squirm and cover our ears. Either way we react to musical rhythm. The disparate couplings of instruments and interplay of freeform, improvised jazz has rhythms that can enlighten open minds and ears, while others will be only too happy to turn the volume down or hit the off switch.

The percussive beat of tablas, the emotive strum of the sitar, the playfulness of the piano and the whisper of a saxophone become one with the rhythm of the heart, when the instruments are in capable hands.

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When you hear a rocking band at a nightclub, or a symphony in a concert hall or an impromptu sing-along on someone’s porch on during a long car trip, if the music hits the right notes, your inner rhythm is in tune with the rhythm of the music.

Films are similarly laden with their own rhythm, amplified even more so with the accompanying music.

Language has rhythm. Words have rhythm. A poem surely has it. A well-written novel has rhythm. It’s filled with the rhythm of its characters, the plot, along with the beat of pacing, the groove of rising and falling action, the backbeat of conflict.

The colorful festivals and traditional celebrations around the globe have their own rhythm. Whether it’s Diwali, Navratri, Christmas, Hanukkah, Eid, or any other myriad celebrations in myriad cultures and societies around the world, folks fall into a rhythm that’s peculiar for that specific event.

The chilled silent night of Christmas Eve has a rhythm that’s distinct from the rhythm of a hot 4th of July celebration with fireworks lighting up the sky.

I love the rhythm of summer. Maybe it’s the way everyone moves in a slower pace on hot days and warm nights. It could be the slow drizzle of a summer rain, with its percussive drips and ability to soften the oppressive heat. The whirr of birds dashing and darting about or the bugs and butterflies skittering about or the hum of lawn mowers all are rhythmic elements of a summer day. The repetitions of crickets chirping all night are the universal rhythms of a summer night anywhere on this planet.

I think it’s the endless days and velvety nights that give a perfect rhythm to summertime. Regular walkers and joggers go through their routine in a different rhythm in the summer than any other time of year. Maybe the heat affects rhythm.

Regardless, there is no other season that has such a distinct rhythm.

A summer day spent on the seashore is a rhythmic universe all its own. It’s where the water and the sun and even the moon dance in a timeless rhythm of life.

Rhythm, it is an odd word, oddly spelled and pronounced, yet it is such a wondrous word. It is such a powerful word, bathed in its subtleties yet can be as loud and jarring as an explosion, depending on the moment.

Ok, it’s back to the game at hand.

I missed an easy shot in the Ping-Pong rally.

I gathered my wits, plopped the ball into the air and served again. Another long rally ensued. This time we were both in tune, in rhythm and again answering every shot coming at us.

But this time, even as I slipped and had to regain my footing, the rhythm was with me and I was in groove and managed to make a perfect, unanswerable shot.

I felt it this time. Whoosh. Back hand, front hand, back hand and now with a quick swoop hit the fast moving shot. The game and its rhythm went on.

Samir Shukla is the editor of Saathee magazine. contact - saatheemag@hotmail.com

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Peanut Soup Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons grated onion 1 branch celery, thinly sliced 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 cups vegetarian broth 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional) 2 Tablespoons lemon juice 2 Tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts Method: Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat; add onion and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes. Add flour and mix until well blended. Stir in broth and allow simmering for about 30 minutes. Remove from heat, strain broth. Stir the peanut butter, salt and lemon juice into the strained broth until well mixed.

Serve hot in cups. Garnish each cup with a teaspoon of chopped peanuts. Makes 6 servings.

Classic Onion Soup Ingredients: 4 large yellow onions (about 9 to 11 ounces each), sliced 6 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 tablespoon sugar 2 quarts vegetarian broth 1/2 cup brandy (optional) Salt and pepper, to taste 1/2 baguette French bread, sliced, toasted Grated Romano cheese

Sweet Potato Country Soup Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil 4 cups chopped onion 1/4 cup minced garlic 4 cups sweet potatoes, washed and cubed 2 quarts vegetarian broth 2 bay leaves 4 teaspoons paprika 2 teaspoons ground turmeric 2 tablespoons dried basil leaves 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper 2 cups peeled and chopped tomatoes 1 1/2 cups chopped sweet green peppers 4 cups cooked or canned garbanzo beans 2 1/2 tablespoons light soy sauce 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 3 cups grated Parmesan cheese; for garnish Method: In a large saucepot, heat oil; sauté onion and garlic for five minutes. Add celery, sweet potatoes, broth and spices.

Bring to boil; cover and simmer 15 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, green pepper and garbanzo beans; simmer 15 minutes longer.

Use a food processor or blender and process until smooth (do in small batches if necessary). Stir in soy sauce and lemon juice; heat through. Ladle one cup into each individual soup bowl and sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.

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This may seem like a trivial detail for a powerful corporation. It’s not.

Take the case of eBay. In 2004, the San Jose online auctioning giant decided to enter the Chinese market. EBay bought a local company, Eachnet, switched it to the eBay platform, and expected to sweep China in short order. After all, they had dominated other countries’ markets. Why not China’s?

Two years later, they shut down their portal, abandoning the Chinese auction market. A local competitor, Taobao, went on to take over 95 percent of the local market share.

The problem was that eBay had no mechanism for simulating guanxi. According to a study conducted by researchers in the United States and Hong Kong, this was a crucial error. While Taobao allowed buyers and sellers to chat over instant-messaging, giving them a chance to establish a personal connection, eBay did not.

“Those buyers really want to get to know the sellers,” Paul A. Pavlou, a professor at Temple University’s Fox School of Business, told Pacific Standard.

In China, business is not just business. It’s social.

Today, eBay says it has learned from its experience. The company has refocused away from the domestic market, toward helping Chinese sellers market directly to consumers abroad.

“It’s frustrating that people say we failed in China,” says Daniel Feiler, a spokesman for eBay. “From our perspective, we now have a very successful, large, and continuing-to-grow export business.”

How is the bill organized?

The bill is broken into five large sections, or titles, each of which has many subparts. You may hear references to Border Security (Title I), Immigrant Visas (Title II), Interior Enforcement (Title III), Reforms to Nonimmigrant Visa Programs (Title IV), and Jobs for Youth (Title V), or you may hear individual portions of the bill referenced, such as section 2741.

Title I, Border Security, includes requirements for various border plans, triggers, and the structure for DHS oversight (sections 1101 to 1121). Title II deals with the legalization of the current undocumented population, the regulation of future legal immigration flows, and the integration of newcomers (sections 2101 to 2553). Title III, Interior Enforcement addresses E-Verify, humanitarian reforms, and due process protections (sections 3101-3807). Title IV addresses existing visa programs for nonimmigrant workers and creates a new W visa for lesserskilled workers, along with a government office to monitor the current employment numbers in the United States and adjust visa caps accordingly (sections 4101-4913). Title V establishes a fund designed to provide job opportunities for low-income youth (sections 5101 to 5105).

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Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said the “illegal ivory trade may currently constitute an important source of funding for armed groups, including the LRA.” Sudan’s own government-backed Janjaweed militias, responsible for atrocities committed in the western region of Darfur over the last decade, are also suspected of involvement in the ivory trade.

International conservationist groups like the WWF blame Janjaweed gunmen for a devastating series of raids on the Bouba N’Djida National Park in northern Cameroon last year, in which hundreds of elephants were killed over a number of weeks.

Earlier this month, just days after Obama signed the wildlife executive order, authorities seized two large shipments of nearly 5 tons of illegal ivory at the Kenyan port of Mombasa.

Kenya’s ports act as transit points for smuggling to Asia, though much of Africa’s illegal ivory comes from the interior — including the DRC, CAR and Uganda.

The size of the shipments is evidence of “a high degree of sophistication that indicates the involvement of criminal syndicates,” said Richard Thomas, communications coordinator for TRAFFIC, a UK-based wildlife trademonitoring network.

Thomas said the involvement of armed groups as well as criminal gangs was a serious concern. “This is no longer just an issue for the environmental sector,” he said.

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The context is well known. In 2010 Google announced that it had been hacked, and would no longer be censoring at the government’s behest. It moved its servers to Hong Kong. Its market share dipped from 30 percent to 3 percent in 2013.

What happened? While poor decisions in Mountain View certainly played a part, politics was what killed Google. From the very beginning of its China venture, Google was hamstrung.

Launched in 2006, Google.cn was a bare-bones search engine, with no Gmail, blog software, or YouTube; the company refused to keep its servers in China, for fear of having to turn over user data.

In 2008, Beijing demanded that Google more thoroughly censor its auto-fill search suggestions. In 2009, Google detected a breach of its servers that the company traced to China. The attackers not only stole corporate secrets, but also rifled through the personal accounts of dissidents and activists related to China and Tibet. By 2010, Google’s chiefs had had enough. They decided that they would no longer comply with Beijing’s demands.

The lesson from Google’s China fiasco is hard, but important.

In the end, foreign companies who want to thrive in China have to abide by the rules of a repressive, autocratic government. That means either compromising with policies you may find unsavory — as Google did, at first — or getting out.

“China is a tough, large market with fierce competitors,” Kaifu Lee, Google’s former China head, recently wrote. “To have a chance in China, the American company must empower the local team to be responsive, autonomous, localized, and ready for combat.”

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Community Focus Events of Note ArtFusion: A Journey to India This fun and engaging series for adults explores unique connections between art, culture, and community. Be captivated by the vibrancy of India! View exquisite saris and discover the diversity of Indian art and culture with the India Association of Charlotte. Participate in a hands-on activity inspired by traditional Warli painting with artist Shilpa Shah; and create your own Indian woodblock print to take home.

Enjoy classical and Bollywood dance performances by Anokha Dance Company; then explore the influences of Indian art in Inventing the Modern World: Decorative Arts at the World’s Fairs, 1851 - 1939. The event takes place on Wed, November 13, 2013 from 6-9pm at the Mint Museum Uptown. There will be Classical and Bollywood dance performances as well as gallery talk. Admission is free. The Mint Museum is located at 500 South Tryon St., Charlotte. For Further Details call 704.337.2000 or visit www.mintmuseum.org Diwali Dinner Fundraiser The Hindu Center of Charlotte hosts its annual Diwali dinner and fundraiser on Sat, November 16, 2013 at the Vihar Hall beginning at 6pm. The evening will feature full dinner, tea break and entertainment by Girish Kumar (voice of Rafi) and Party. Tickets are $35 ($50 at the door). Tickets are required for everyone occupying a seat. Special sponsorship tables are available. For more details contact: Bharati Patel 704.678.9991; Rajni Patel 704.488.8145; Vivek Vemunoori 704.307.9772 or visit www.hcclt.org.

Children’s Day Celebration Heritage India Association of NC presents the 2013 Children’s Day on Sat, November 16, 2013 at HSNC Cultural Hall, Morrisville, NC. The day features performances, dance competitions in several categories, free dental camp, face painting, heritage celebrations, art, crafts, and more. It’s a celebration of and for children. For more details contact Yashcgarg@gmail.com or visit www.heritageindianc.org.

Bharat Natyam Recital The Indian Performing Arts Association of Charlotte presents a Bharat Natyam dance recital by Sonali Skandan and group (senior disciple of Padma Bhushan C. V. Chandrashekhar), on Sat, November 16, 2013 at 5 pm, Dana Auditorium, Queens University. For more details call Chaula Jain 704.364.0984 or Richa Pathak 704-921-4276 or visit www.ipaac.org.

Magic Show by Jadugar Raghuvir A magic show by world famous magician Jadugar Raghuvir will take place on Sat, November 23, 2013 (3 – 6pm) at the J M Robinson High School, 300 Pitts School Rd SW, Concord, NC. The two and half hour show will be followed by 30 minute free workshop. Tickets are $10 - $50. For more details contact Richa Phatak – 704-921-4276 tejso@yahoo.com, Pradnya Apte 704-559-9210 aptepradnya94@gmail.com or visit www.charlottemarathimandal.com.

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Sangamithra Foundation held its charity golf tournament on Sun, August 25, 2013 at the Golf Club at Ballantyne Charlotte.

The organization raised funds for its current projects.

Charlotte Indian Community Duplicate Bridge Tournament The first Charlotte Indian Community Duplicate Bridge Tournament was held on Saturday, August 17, 2013. There were 22 participants (5-1/2 tables) for the inaugural tournament.

All participants enjoyed playing bridge. Trophies were awarded to the Champs and Runner-ups: Champions - Dr. Amit Shah and Pravin Shah; Runner-ups - Ramesh and Rita Shah. The event collected $812 for donation, proceeds of which were donated to the Hindu Center of Charlotte, where the tournament was also held. The organizers plan for a bigger tournament next year.

Little Achievers Felicitation Program Sristhi conducted its fourth Annual Kids Talent Contest - Little Achievers Felicitation Program on August 31, 2013 at the Hindu center of Charlotte. It has been another successful year for LAFP with more than a 100 categories performed including dance, poetry, recitation, song, instruments, arts and essay. Winners were felicitated at the Durga Puja Event of Srishti on Oct 6, 2013.

In honor of his birth anniversary, a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi was held in Charlotte on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at the Gandhi Park on the premises of the old Courthouse in downtown. Participants enjoyed the American national anthem as well as the Indian national anthem, and Gandhi’s favorite devotional song “Vaishnavajan.” A candlelight vigil followed and then several speakers spoke about Gandhi’s importance and relevance.

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Dharma & Yoga Fest Over 800 people took part in the first ever Dharma & Yoga Fest organized jointly by over 20 organizations on the campus of Hindu Society of North Carolina (HSNC), Morrisville, NC on September 29, 2013. The festival was coordinated by Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS) and co-sponsored by HSNC. The goal of the festival was to educate communities in the Triangle to live healthy, happy and peaceful life by integrating elements of Dharma and Yoga in their daily life. The festival included a welcome speech by Morrisville Mayor Jackie Holcombe and

hand, Yoga deals with the right way of taking care of the body and mind in order to enable a person to follow Dharma.

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by Prakash Devalapalli, presented a few dances, a group song by children, and a slide presentation by Dr. Harish Chander, who showed Gandhi slides of some rare pictures taken during his recent visit to Mani Bhavan and Gandhi Smriti museums in India. A Gandhi Quiz also kept the children and parents involved in coming up with right answers. This year’s essay competition’s winners were Yash N. Rajpal (1st place) and Akshar Shrivas (2nd place); both received cash awards. Yash Rajpal also became the winner of the Quiz and won the first prize of Gandhi’s Autobiography.

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Community Organizations Charlotte Art of Living (Healing with the Breath) Art of Living is dedicated to serving society by strengthening the individual. This is done through self-development programs that recharge the body, mind and spirit and allow people to function at their optimum potential. People from all backgrounds, religions and cultural traditions come together in service and celebration.

For Further Details: 980-216-8732 charlotte@us.artofliving.org www.artofliving.org or www.artofliving.org/charlotte Association for India’s Development - Charlotte A volunteer movement committed to promoting sustainable, equitable and just-development. AID Charlotte supports grassroots organizations in India and initiates efforts in various interconnected spheres such as education, livelihoods, natural resources, health, women’s empowerment and social justice.

For further details: Kiran Uppalapati 704.307.6450; Venkata Ramana Duddu 662.231.2350.

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Regularly scheduled activities include a daily Aarti at 6:30 am and 7 pm. Darshan: Mon-Fri 6:30 am-12:30 pm and 4 - 8:30 pm, Sat/Sun 6:30 am-8:30 pm. Gujarati classes are held every Sunday from 3 - 4 pm and “Satsang Sabha” is held every Sunday at 4:30 p.m. The Swaminarayan Temple is located at 4100 Margaret Wallace Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28105.

Upcoming Events: Sun, Nov 3: Diwali - Annakut Sun, Dec 8: Pramukh Swami Janma Jayanti For Further Details: 704.573.0805 704.573.0820 (fax)

Sat, Nov 23: Magic show by famous magician Jadugar Raghuvir, 3pm, Robinson High School., Concord, NC For Further Details: Sangeeta Korde, sangeet_k@yahoo.com, 704.421.4279 Sonali Tamhane, sonali_tamhane21@yahoo.com, 704.364.8605 www.charlottemarathimandal.com Carolinas Christian Assembly - Charlotte Everyone is cordially invited to join for Sunday worship, Bible class, Sunday school: Sundays from 9 am - 12 pm. English and various Indian languages are used in the Sunday services.

Contact for further details Rev. Dr. K.C. Paul (704.771.1414), Rajan Mathew (704.756.4969), Jose Varughese (704.453.6177), Varughese K. Thomas (803.322.9549).

Charlotte gita Study group Beginners and advanced students of the Gita are welcome. The group meets the second and fourth Sunday of each month from 3 - 5 pm. This course is based on the Home Study Course of the Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, Saylorsburg, PA. Each session starts with a meditation followed by a recorded lecture in English, supplemented by discussion among the group.

For further details: Rishi and Shikha Bhatnagar, rishi@solveron.com, 513.518.5300 Shridhar and Kruti Dave, skdave@hotmail.com, 704.844.9567 www.freewebs.com/gitastudy Charlotte Hindu Center Table Tennis The group meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6.30 - 10 pm. New players come after 7.30 pm for orientation. The TT action takes place at the Vihar Hall of Charlotte’s Hindu Center, 7400 City View Dr., Charlotte, NC 28134. All levels and types of play. Free coaching and lessons. For further details: s_jan@yahoo.com or visit www.ttclt.com.

Charlotte Indian Christian Fellowship We meet on the third Saturday of every month at 6:30 PM for Prayer, Bible Study and Fellowship. Anyone who is interested to spend an evening with us is welcome to come with your family and friends.

For Further Details: Hema at 704.841.7060 hadhopper@hotmail.com

Bethel Christian Fellowship Bethel Christian Fellowship offers services in various Indian languages (i.e. Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, etc.) .Sunday School Time - 11:15 - 11:45 am; Sunday Worship Service time : 11:45 - 1:15 pm. Sunday Service Location: Fort Mill Church of God, Student Life Center Building, 216 Academy Street, Room 102. Fort Mill, South Carolina 29715. Saturday Service Location: Life Builders Church - 730 Oak Dale Rd, Charlotte NC 28216.

For further details: 803.792.7223; pastorofbcf@gmail.com (Pastor: Rajan Samuel).

Charlotte Indian Karaoke group CIKG invites karaoke lovers to come and sing Hindi songs on karaoke. It does not matter whether you are a beginner or experienced. The most important thing is to get together and have fun. The event is held once a month, usually on Friday or Saturday. Entry and participation is free.

For Further Details: Dinesh Patel at cikgrocks@yahoo.com

Carolina Sanskrutik Maharashtra Mandal CSMM promotes Maharashtrian culture and language.

Maharashtra mandal is committed to serve Carolina Marathi community with various cultural, social and traditional Marathi programs and events.

Upcoming Events: Sat, Nov. 9: Diwali Celebration, 2pm onwards, at the Hindu Center, Charlotte, NC

Charlotte Kriya Yoga group Charlotte Kriya Yoga Group Promotes Kriya Yoga Meditation practices as taught by lineage of realized masters such as Mahaavatar Baba Ji, Lahri Mahasaya, Sri Yukteshwar Giri, Paramahamsa Yogananda, Hariharananda, and Prajanananada. A sincere seeker who follows the path of Kriya Yoga with love and devotion and a desire for spiritual growth can attain Self-realization- even in one lifetime. Center hosts

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Community Organizations two annual initiation programs and a weekly Sunday meditation for initiates.

For Further Details: Agupta1@Carolina.rr.com www.kriya.org Charlotte Malayalee Association The purpose of this association is to promote and facilitate the cultural, educational, social and economic welfare of the Charlotte Malayalee community. For Further Details: Sunu Sebastian (sunu@email.com) or www.cltma.org.

Charlotte Tamil Sangam Charlotte Tamil Sangam works to bring together the vibrant Tamil community in the Charlotte area and strives to promote the Tamil language, arts and culture. For Further Details: Lakshmanan Krishnan (lakshmanank@hotmail.com) or visit www.cltts.org Charlotte Telangana Association Charlotte Telangana Assoc was formed to promote Telangana cultural activities within greater Charlotte area and also bring together all the Telangana people living in the area to discuss, plan, and take action around the development of Telangana focusing both on rural and urban areas.

For Further Details: www.charlottetelangana.com Charlotte Vipassana Meditation group Vipassana, which means to see things as they really are, is one of India’s most ancient techniques of meditation. It was taught in India more than 2500 years ago as a universal remedy for universal ills. The Charlotte Vipassana Meditation Group holds weekly group sits and monthly all day sits for established students (those who have taken at least one ten day course from S. N. Goenka or one of his assistant teachers). Ten-day courses are also available for all students. There is never a charge for a course. New center now open in Jesup, GA. To apply for a 10 day retreat visit www.patapa.dhamma.org For Further Details: 704.277.5013, rbddesai@gmail.com 704.563.5440, dspranger@gmail.com www.dhamma.org Classical Music Association of Charlotte (CMAC) CMAC sponsors many classical concerts during the year in Charlotte. Membership forms are available at concerts.

For Further Details: 704.541.3361 (Rama Rachakonda), 704.814.9355 (Lakshmi Muthukrishnan), lakshmi7778@yahoo.com cmacmusic@yahoo.com www.onlinecmac.com Dada Bhagwan group What is Gnan Vidhi? It is scientific process of attaining Self Realization in the presence of Atmagnani. It is the gracing of real knowledge that separates the real Self from the non-self.

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For further details contact 877 505 Dada (3232). www.dadabhagwan.org Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation of India (EVFI) was established to help in the overall development of the remote tribal and rural villages in India. Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation of USA along with EVFI is committed to the cause of eradicating illiteracy from tribal areas. Education is the key to self-esteem, self-sustenance, economic wellbeing and happiness. The Carolinas Region of the EVFUSA conducts fund raising and awareness programs in North and South Carolina.

For Further Details: Ekal Charlotte Chapter: Neena Narumanchi / neena.narumanchi@gmail.com Ekal Columbia: Janak Dalal / jaydalalcolumbia@gmail.com gurdwara Sahib - Charlotte The Sikh Heritage Society strives to unite and enrich the lives of the Sikh & Punjabi communities of Charlotte and surrounding areas. “Gurdwara” address: 1760 Stoney Creek Lane, Charlotte, NC 28262.

Regular Program: Every Sunday: 10 - 11am, Asa Di War by Bhai Satnam Singh Jee, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm, Keertan by Children, 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm, Keertan by Bhai Satnam Singh Jee, 1:15 pm - 1:30 pm, Ardaas, followed by Guru Ka Langar.

For Further Details: Gurdwara: 704.509.2828 704.541.0350 (Sajjan Dhaliwal), sajjan@carolina.rr.com, 704.948.8091 (Inderjeet Rajpal), irajpal@aol.com Hindu Center of Charlotte The temple holds many regular events and religious ceremonies. The temple library is stocked with books, CDs, DVDs and other materials on varied genre such as religion, culture, history, philosophy, yoga and health.

Upcoming Events: Nov 1 - 4: Diwali celebrations Sat, Nov 16: Diwali dinner fundraiser (6pm) The Hindu Center is located at 7400 City View Drive, Charlotte, NC 28212.

For Further Details: 704.535.3440 or 704.607.8412 (facility manager) admin@hcclt.org or www.hcclt.org IAMC (Indian American Muslim Council) Charlotte Chapter IAMC is an independent organization committed to promoting peace, pluralism and social justice for all through advocacy.

The organization is also committed to promote and protect human rights and human dignity in India as they are the foundation of freedom, justice and peace. IAMC-Charlotte, seeks to reach out to Indian Muslims living in and around Charlotte to join efforts to promote Peace and Social Justice for all, and to strive for Inter-Faith, Inter-Community understanding particular focus on Indian Diaspora.

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Community Organizations India Association of Charlotte The organization works to foster fostering better understanding of the rich diversity of Indian culture by the larger community in and around Charlotte. A key activity is the annual Festival of India, which will be held every September in uptown Charlotte.

For Further Details: Toni Sawhney 704-604-2133 Lal Vishin 704-545-3727 www.indiafestival.net Indian Performing Arts Association of Charlotte (IPAAC) IPAAC promotes classical Hindustani music by inviting wellknown artists from India.

Upcoming Events: Sat, Nov 16: Bharat Natyam Dance Recital by Sonali Skandan and group (senior disciple of Padma Bhushan C. V. Chandrashekhar), 5 pm, Dana Auditorium, Queens University.

For Further Details: Chaula Jain 704.364.0984 Richa Pathak 704-921-4276 contact@ipaac.org www.ipaac.org Jain Center of greater Charlotte (JCgC) The JCGC serves the spiritual, cultural, social, and community needs of Jain families in and around metropolitan Charlotte area. JCGC is dedicated to the practice, understanding, promotion, and preservation of the Jain faith. Members meet regularly for worship, ceremonies, and festivals throughout the year. The Jain Center is located at 7631 Mallard Creek Rd., Charlotte, NC 28262.

Upcoming Events: Sunday, Nov 3 (Amas): Diwali Jaap @ 8 pm Mon, Nov 4 (Ekam): Door Opening, Stavan, Gautam Swami Raas recital, Aarti, Divo, Manglik & Navkarshi @ 7:15 am Monday, Nov 4 (Ekam): Snatra Puja, Aarti, Divo, Shanti Kalash and Swamivatsalya @ 10:15 AM Thursday, Nov 7 (Pancham): Gyan Poojan and Dev Vandan @ 11:30 am Sunday, Nov 10 (Aatham): Paathshala for children @ 10:30 am Saturday, Nov 16 (Chaudas): Pakkhi Pratikraman @ 7 pm Sunday, Nov 2 (Chhath): Monthly Meeting, Paathshala for children @ 4 pm All Other Weekdays: 9:30am - Mon-Friday - Prakshal and Pooja, 7:30pm - Chaityavandan, Aarti and Mangal Divo Weekends: 10:30am - Prakshal and Pooja,7:30pm – Chaityavandan, Aarti and Mangal Divo Street Address: 7631 Mallard Creek Road, Charlotte, NC 28262 For Further Details: JCGC President – Suresh Shah: 704.717.8481 info@jaincenter.us www.jaincenter.us Kiran KIRAN is a community based, South Asian organization promoting the self-reliance and empowerment of South Asian women who are in crisis through outreach, peer support, and referrals in a confidential manner. The group spreads awareness of South Asian women’s issues in the community Saathee.com

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Services offered are confidential and free of charge: Information in a culture- and context-sensitive manner, referrals to professional and community services regarding legal issues, health care, short-term child care, psychological counseling, and temporary shelter and housing. KIRAN’s services are completely confidential.

For Further Details: Crisis Hotline: 1877- NC-KIRAN or 1-877-625-4726 Kiran@Kiraninc.org http://www.kiraninc.org Net IP Charlotte NetIP Charlotte is the only official Carolinas chapter of North America’s Largest Network of Indian Professionals. NetIP Charlotte provides a forum for on-going Career Developmental and Professional Networking activities. It arranges various events and maintains deeper ties with Businesses & the community. It provides various effective ways for Carolinas’ Indian Professionals to connect with other successful professionals.

Upcoming Events: Sat, Nov. 16: Diwali Sparkle, at Blue Taj, Charlotte. The event begins at 8pm.

For Further Details: www.netIPnc.org Pratham - Charlotte Area Pratham organizes grassroots programs in the area of primary education. Pratham has made an impact on the learning levels of several million children through its Read India campaign.

Pratham has developed an accelerated learning technique which helps children to read and write in two months. With nearly half the children in India who attend schools are not learning to read and write at the required level, Pratham is trying to fill an important gap in the area of primary education.

For Further Details: Anju Desai (ajdesai66@gmail.com or 980622-0125) and Shubhra Chakraborty (shubhra.chakraborty1@gmail.com) or 704-942-4798). www.prathamusa.org.

Probasi of Charlotte Probasi’s goal is to organize cultural and educational program related to Bengal in the Charlotte area, to increase Bengali cultural awareness, and to provide community service in the area of service.

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Regular practice of this system of meditation integrates the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of human being, while still encouraging people to maintain a normal family and working life. In the Charlotte area, group meditation is held at the Unity of Charlotte on Sundays and Wednesdays.

For Further Details: Srikanth Katakam 704.496.4411 naturalpath.nc@gmail.com www.srcm.org Sangamithra Foundation Sangamithra Foundation is a Charlotte based charity organization formed by a group of people who thrive to make a difference in the society. The team has taken the path of identifying the needs of underprivileged communities in India and provides support to meet those needs. In addition, with liaisons in both the UK and the UAE, Sangamithra is reaching out on a global scale and working collectively towards realizing its vision. If you would like to be a part of this noble cause, please touch base with Sangamithra Foundation.

For Futher Details: www.sangamithra.org; www.facebook.com/SangamithraFoundation Email: info@sangamithra.org; Twitter: @sangamithraUSA. Shree Swaminarayan Satsang Mandal Vadtal On the 1st Saturday of every month, Shree Swaminarayan Satsang Mandal Vadtal has kirtans and bhajans at the Hindu Center of Charlotte at 5 pm. After the bhajans, there is Aarti and Mahaprasad. In addition, on the 3rd Sunday of every month, an additional Satsang Sabha is held at sponsor’s house at 3 - 5 pm.

For Further Details: 704.392.4488 - Ramesh Dhanani admin@issvcharlotte.org Shri Rang Avadhut Parivar (Parspar Devo Bhav) The group meets Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm in Charlotte. The group recites Datta-Bavani, singing devotional Dattatraya Bhajans and reading Guru-Lilamrut. Detailed information about Charlotte meetings, literature, Videos, Nareshwar Ashram and Shri Avadhut’s life is available.

For Further Details: Bharat Shah - 704.724.6247 Nagesh Patel - 704.399.7805 Sindhi Association of the Carolinas The Sindhi Association of the Carolinas (SAC) is organizes religious, cultural, community, and social events in Charlotte.

SAC also sends donations for the needy to the schools in India for Scholarship and also sends donations to refugees in camps in India.

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the Reedy Creek Park, 2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte, NC. For Further Details: 847.722.9865 (Baseet Ahmed), baseer_11@yahoo.com www.southparkcc.org Srishti of Charlotte Srishti works to fulfill the NC community’s need for togetherness and the desire to showcase Bengali culture, heritage, literature, theatre, music and popular arts. Literally, the word Srishti means an act of creation. Though established and coordinated by a group of Bengali families, Srishti welcomes and brings together people of varied cultures, ethnicity, languages, background and nationalities who are interested in East Indian traditions.

For Further Details: Samiksha Bose: 704-321-1964 Santanu Sarkar: 704-541-3451 http://srishticharlotte.org/ Telugu Association of greater Charlotte Area (TAgCA) The organization’s mission is to bring together Telugu speaking people and to promote Telugu Culture. TAGCA organizes regular events and programs.

Upcoming Event: Sat, Nov 9: Dasara Deepavali Sambaraalu (4 - 9pm) - Hickory Ridge H.S. Harrisburg, NC For Further Details: www.tagca.org Trimurti Temple Charlotte, NC Trimurti Temple is open daily, morning puja (10am) and evening puja (7pm). Sunday abhisekhams (11am) and other special pujas. Temple is located at 6441/6519 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC 28216.

All Sundays at 11 am Venkateswara Abishekam For Further Details: 980-219-7556 contact@trimurtitemple.org www.trimurtitemple.org United Cricket Club Forming a team this March of experienced as well as beginners that love cricket. Team will play in the Atlantic League.

Practice is every Sunday at Reedy Creek Park (11 to 4pm).

Sunday and Monday evenings for ages 15 and up. Join the fun.

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Life Bliss Foundation The NC Chapter offers workshops, books, CD’s, and DVD’s on spirituality and enlightenment from living enlightened master Paramahamsa Nithyananda. Many videos are available on YouTube. Satsang in Greensboro is held the first Wednesday of each month. The meeting includes meditation, video discourse, and Q&A. Satsang Location: First Wednesday of the month, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm, Integrative Therapies, 7-E Oak Branch Drive, Greensboro NC 27407. Meditation workshops are taught on a regular basis.

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BAPS greensboro BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir is located at 922 Gallimore Dairy Road, High Point, NC 27265.

Every Sunday sabha times: Shishu (Toddlers) sabha: 4 pm to 5 pm Bal/Balika sabha: 4:15 pm to 5:30 pm Kishore sabha: 2 pm to 3:30 pm Main sabha: 4 pm to 6 pm Gujarati classes: 2:30 pm to 3:45 pm Arti at 6 pm followed by Mahaprasad Fresh Shayona snacks available on Sundays.

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Life Mission, USA This ashram has been established to provide helpful benefits for all - physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. All these benefits can be achieved through the natural remedies of yoga therapy, Ayurveda, naturopathy and diet. 8136 NC Highway 119 South Mebane, NC 27302.

For Further Details: 336.421.0690 848.459.7401 (Dr. Manoj) lifemissionusa@gmail.com www.lifemissionusa.com

greensboro Cricket Club (gCC) Good news for cricket lovers! There are several teams that play cricket in Greensboro. The goals of GCC are fun, fitness, and friendship. For info on play and location contact below players.

For Further Details: 336.501.3566 (9:00 am - 9:00 pm, S&S) Dev, Greensboro Warriors, happy4mehta@yahoo.com; Venky, Triad Tigers, venkyhot@hotmail.com.

Sri Sathya Sai Baba Center of greensboro, NC The Center regularly conducting Sai Bhajans, Study Circle, various service activities and SSE class (for students) in Greensboro, NC all Sundays — 9:45 am to 12:15 pm For Further Details: Swami Rajendran 908-875-6964 Dr. Varatharajah 336-851-9150

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.

GCAP, 127 Landmark Drive, Greensboro, NC 27410 For Further Details: Jack Dhekar: 336.254.1727 Manubhai Patel: 336.253.7182 www.gcap.us India Association of the Triad (IATNC) The objective of the Association is to promote social, cultural and educational interests of its members, develop understanding between members of the Indian community and other residents of the Triad, and make the latter aware of issues of concern to the Indian community.

For Further Details: Ruby Singh - 336.430.9068, rs7227@gmail.com Krishna Balu - 336.292.9462, balu3103@triad.rr.com www.iatnc.org Indo-US Cultural Association of Winston-Salem The Indo-US Cultural Association’s primary mission is to increase awareness of the cultural heritage of India which is tremendously rich in its diversity and history. The Association seeks to reach out to the thriving Indian-American community within the Piedmont and Triad areas to share the vibrant Indian culture and promote cross-cultural understanding.

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For Further Details: 336.593.2322 or 336.793.7138 prabhupadavillage@gmail.com www.prabhupadavillage.com Triad Hindu Temple The Triad Hindu Temple is located at 2424 Huffine Mill Rd., Greensboro. Its mission is to serve the Hindu Community and promote Hindu Culture through religious, social and educational activities. Regularly scheduled events include Puja, bhajans, children’s programs, celebration of holidays and community service.

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Community Organizations Raleigh AANC - Assamese Association of North Carolina AANC is a Socio Cultural organization with the objective of promoting and providing understanding of Assamese Culture and Language. AANC celebrates Assamese festivals and organizes cultural activities like Bihu Dance, music, songs and social get-togethers with essential touch of Assamese culture.

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Every child has that spark of divinity within. Balagokulam is a forum for children (4-15 years age) to discover and manifest that divinity. It will enable Hindu children in the US to appreciate their cultural roots and learn values. This is done through games, yoga, stories, songs, shlokas, arts/crafts, and Seva (selfless service) in the community. Balagokulam sessions are free for all and are held on Saturdays.

For Further Details: balagokulam.rtp@gmail.com hss.charlotte@hssus.org (Charlotte region) www.balagokulam.org BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir BAPS Shree Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir invites everyone to the regularly scheduled events: Ravi sabha - every Sunday at 4 - 6 pm followed by Aarti and Maha Prasad. Mahapuja – every Purnima at 7 pm. Many classes are conducted. Fresh Indian snacks and sweets available at Shayona. 1020 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560.

For Further Details: 919.469.6605 www.swaminarayan.org 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 INDO-American community within North Carolina and adjacent states. The association is organized exclusively for charitable, cultural, social and educational purposes.

For Further Details: 919.461.2386 (Ratan Ray), ratanray@hotmail.com 919.510.7943 (Swaty Sen), swaty_sen@yahoo.com banc_members@googlegroups.com www.banc-online.org Bharatiya Senior Citizens of NC The Bharatiya Senior Citizens of NC (BSCNC) is organized for folks of Indian origin aged 60 and above. The BSCNC members meet second Saturday of every month from 10am - 3pm.

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Community Organizations Chinmaya Mission Chinmaya Mission is a worldwide organization promoting spiritual growth, started by Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda. The Chinmaya Mission Raleigh Durham (CMRDU) chapter conducts Balavihar classes from 3 year old to youth on Sunday from 10 am to 11:30 am at Reedy Creek Middle School, Cary. The classes are tailored to each age group by special curriculum created by experienced Swamijis and Acharyas exclusively for CM Balavihar. Trained teachers conduct the classes. Curriculum includes learning to chant the Bhagavad-Gita verses, shlokas, singing devotional bhajans, stories from scriptures, family pujas, meditation, and fun activities like overnight lock-ins, picnics, and competitions.

Introduction to Hindi and Sanskrit is also included. All festivals are celebrated. A regular adult study group is conducted for adults on Sunday mornings at Reedy Creek Middle School, as well as other locations in the Triangle.

For Further Details: www.chinmaya-RDU.org Dada Bhagwan Foundation The Foundation was formed with the goal of spreading peace and harmony to the world through the science of Akram Vignan - the science of Self Realization as expounded by the Shree A.M. Patel, known as Dadashri or Dada Bhagwan. DBF organizes Spiritual Satsangs /Gnanvidhi (2 hour scientific process of self-realization) of Pujya Deepakbhai around the world. There are no formal lectures here, but it’s in the format of questions and answers on various topics. This is a practical spiritual science. Dada Bhagwan Satsang on Harmony in Life: VCD Satsang of Pujya Deepakbhai and Pujya Dr. Niruma, various character building activities for Kids and Youth. Every 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturday of each month from 5 to 7 pm followed by Prasad at the HSNC Hall, 309 Aviation Pkwy, Morrisville, NC. For Further Details: 877.505.3232 ext 1003 rabhatt@yahoo.com www.dadabhagwan.org | www.kids.dadabhagwan.org Datta Yoga Center - Raleigh Mission: Spread the teachings of Sadguru Sri Sri Sri Ganapathi Sachchidananda Swamiji of Mysore.

Activities: Namasankeertana - Bhajans written, composed and sung by Pujya Sri Swamiji. Future projects: Kriya yoga classes by Pujya Sri Swamiji-trained teachers from India. The group meets on the first Saturday of every month and every major festival day for Satsang and Namasankeertana (divine singing). Everyone is invited to attend the satsang with family and friends and receive divine blessings.

For Further Details: 919.484.1993 (Srinivas Chittineni) 919.461.0843 (Suresh Kota) Duke Diya Duke Diya is a Duke University student organization that is committed to providing a forum for interaction through political, cultural, community service, and social events relating to South Asian Americans.

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Nov 8 - 9: Awaaz Event For Further Details about Duke Diya: 732.865.3173 www.dukediya.com Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation RTP Chapter Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation of India (EVFI) was established to help in the overall development of the remote tribal and rural villages in India. Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation of USA along with EVFI is committed to the cause of eradicating illiteracy from tribal areas. Education is the key to self-esteem, self-sustenance, economic wellbeing and happiness. The Raleigh Chapter EVFUSA conducts fund raising and awareness programs in the Triangle area.

For further details: Ekal/RTP: raginiusa@yahoo.com EKTAA South Asian Student Organization EKTAA (meaning unity) is the South Asian Student Organization at North Carolina State University (NCSU). The organization was founded in 1970. The motto is “unity within diversity.” EKTAA strives to spread culture and heritage of South Asia all over the campus as well as the local community and the organization works hand-in-hand with many organizations on and off the NCSU campus, as well as South Asian organizations from area universities.

For Further Details: www.ektaa.org geet Bazaar Radio Program Every Sunday morning from 10 am - 12 noon on WKNC 88.1 FM, join hosts Afroz Taj and John Caldwell, for a wide variety of music from India, Pakistan, and other countries and languages of South Asia. Geet Bazaar will also publicize community events free of charge.

For Further Details: 919.851.1119 (Dr. Afroj Taj) taj@unity.ncsu.edu gEM - Raleigh Church of god Attend worship services, prayer meetings or Sunday School.

For Further Details: 919.395.6208 (Pastor Thankachan M.) globalem@gmail.com gokul Bhajan and Vedic Studies Weekly meeting of parents and children singing bhajan and glorifying past times of Sri Krishna. The group holds programs every Friday 7 to 9 pm in the Triangle area. Children are assigned with projects like book distribution, charity for cow protection, food for poor, and more. Classes are conducted with two semesters per year with tests and scores.

For Further Details: www.gokulbhajan.com Heritage India Association of North Carolina (HIANC) Heritage India Association of NC aims at providing Indian cultural experience through performing arts, cultural arts, fine arts & crafts of India. Its mission is “to preserve and promote Indian heritage and culture.” During the year, Heritage India November 2013

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Community Organizations Association of North Carolina presents several events and also coordinates Indian dances for the main stage performances for the Raleigh International Festival.

For Further Details: yashcgarg@gmail.com Hindi Vikas Mandal of NC Hindi Vikas Mandal (HVM), based in the RTP area, promotes study and appreciation of Hindi language and strives to foster Indian culture and traditions through Hindi. HVM has a special focus on the youths for the preservation of Indian Culture and heritage.

For Further Details: Saroj Sharma 919.851.0225 V.P. Tiwari 919.423.0365 Hindu Society of North Carolina - Morrisville, NC The Hindu Society of NC is located at 309 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC and serves the greater Triangle area. Temple Timings: Sunday to Monday - 7am-9pm (all day open) Morning Aarti: Mon-Friday-10.30am, Saturday-10am, Sunday 10am. Evening Aarti: Mon-Friday- 8pm, Saturday-Sunday 6pm Regular religious events: Ramayan recital, Sunderkand, Hanumanchalisa, Shiva abishek, Gayatri Bhajans, Vaishnav Bhajans , Vedic havan, Jain Pooja, Bhagvatam, Vishnu sastranam, Ekadashi Bal Krishna abishek, Lalitha sastrnamam, Skananda shasti Kavacham, and Sholaka chanting. All major religious celebrations are observed throughout the year.

Facility rentals are also available. Activities: Yoga Classes(twice a week), 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, arts, music, shlokas.

Regular pooja services are done in the temple. Priest services are available at your home and/or at the Temple at a nominal charge.

Upcoming Events: Sun, Nov 3: Diwali Sat, Nov 16: Heritage India Children’s Festival For Further Details: Saroj Sharma at 919.654.5224 Trilok Pillai (manager) at 919.599.9567 hsnc@hsnconline.org www.hsnconline.org Hindu Students Council (HSC) - NC State University HSC-NCSU is a chapter of the national organization Hindu Students Council (HSC). HSC-NCSU is a cultural and religious student organization. It aims to provide opportunities to learn about Hindu philosophy, spirituality and cultural heritage through various activities, events and projects and is dedicated to provide “seva” (service) to the community.

For Further Details: 919.676.0298 (Mrinmoyee Sanyal) msanyal@ncsu.edu www.hsc-ncsu.org Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS) The HSS conducts weekly activities to develop character and Saathee.com

leadership skills in participants, emphasizing values such as self-discipline, self-confidence and a spirit of selfless service (seva) for humanity while maintaining Hindu cultural identity in harmony with the larger society. HSS is inspired by the idea that the whole world is one family. HSS started in 1989 in the United States and currently has over 100 chapters (shakhas) across the country. The Research Triangle Park chapter meets every Saturday. Activities are tailored to include yoga, games, songs, lectures and discussions on Hindu dharma and culture.

For Further Details: hss.rtp@hssus.org - Triangle area hss.charlotte@hssus.org - Charlotte region.

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

For Further Details: 919.931.3572 - President (Meena Jeyakumar) 919.757.6666 - Vice President (Sunny Surana) www.humsub.net Indian American Forum for Political Education (IAFPE) IAFPE, known as the FORUM, is the oldest and largest Indian American organization for political education in the country.

This is a non-profit organization with numerous chapters throughout the United States. The North Carolina Chapter is in Raleigh and has just established a new committee for a 2year term. IAFPE is excited and motivated to educate the community on political issues and help the community with various services. Support is needed from the community and members to help us grow and provide relevant services and informative events.

For Further Details: Nilesh - 919.656.4361 www.forum-nc.org Indian Classical Music & Dance Society (ICMDS) ICMDS is dedicated to the task of promoting Indian classical music and dance in the Triangle area. ICMDS invites the top artists from all over the world to perform in the Triangle area.

For Further Details: www.icmds.org Indo-American Friendship Foundation Did you know that about 90 percent of rural orphans are female and most of them are abandoned at birth due to their gender? Not one of them gets the opportunity to become a doctor, engineer, or even receive basic education. Because they cannot live in the orphanage when they turn 18, many of them fall victim to different types of exploitation, including sex trade.

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For Further Details: 919.680.8000 pmanhas@instepp.org www.instepp.org International Community Church CC is a worship center for people from India and neighboring countries. The pastor is Joseph B. Jesudason and the church office is located at 1215 Franklin Jones Road, Suite #204, Raleigh, NC 27606.

For Further Details: 919.233.2900 www.internationalcommunitychurch.org International Hindi Association 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.

For Further Details: 919.656.5224 (Saroj Sharma) 919.678.9056 (Sudha Om Dhingra) www.hindi.org International Swaminarayan Satsang Organization (ISSO) ISSO is a socio-religious organization and its primary objective is to advance the Sanatan Dharma in accordance with the principles and teachings of Shree Swaminarayan Sampradaya, founded and ordained by Bhagwan Shree Swaminarayan Himself. ISSO Raleigh-Durham chapter organizes a regularly scheduled biweekly “Satsang Sabha,” every other Saturday, at HSNC Cultural Hall (309 Aviation Pkwy., Morrisville, NC27560), which includes Kirtan bhakti, Katha, Aarti and Mahaprasad. Pujya Santo visit often to impart the divine knowledge of Swaminarayan Bhagwan. Devotees come together to practice their religious duties in harmony. All are welcome.

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For Further Details: 919.593.6827, golokanandapriya@hotmail.com www.newgoloka.com Kiran KIRAN is a community based, South Asian organization promoting the self-reliance and empowerment of South Asian women who are in crisis through outreach, peer support, and referrals in a confidential manner. The group spreads awareness of South Asian women’s issues in the community and cooperates and collaborate with organizations in the USA and elsewhere with similar objectives. Though there are differences in language, customs, and religions across these countries, these regions share many basic cultural and historical similarities. KIRAN operates a crisis phone line Monday- Friday from 9:00 am – 9:00 pm. For help or information regarding domestic violence call an advocate.

Services offered are confidential and free of charge: Information in a culture- and context-sensitive manner, referrals to professional and community services regarding legal issues, health care, short-term child care, psychological counseling, and temporary shelter and housing. KIRAN’s services are completely confidential.

For Further Details: Crisis Hotline: 1877- NC-KIRAN or 1-877-625-4726 Kiran@Kiraninc.org www.kiraninc.org Lakulish Yoga and Health Retreat Lakulish Yoga and Health Retreat is a secluded resort in Caswell County, located at 8136 N.C. Highway 119 South, Mebane, NC 27302. It is a place of natural beauty that stimulates a spirit of detachment and inspires and uplifts visitors. This resort is hallowed by a Yogi, a Sannyasi who ensures that the true practice of Dharm and Yoga flourishes here, offering the North Carolina community and visitors an ongoing program of free Yoga Classes. The classes are offered each Wednesday from 6 - 8 pm, and each Saturday from 11 am - 1 pm.

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

Upcoming Event: March 22 - 23, 2014: India Fest For Further Details: www.nuvyug.net Pakistani American Association The Pakistani-American Association (NCPAA) is a nonpolitical, non-sectarian, cultural and social organization that promotes Pakistani culture to all the communities in the Triangle Area of NC. Several events are presented during the year including a family dinner on the second Friday of every month.

For Further Details: payamber@ncpaa.org http://ncpaa.org Pratham - Triangle Area Pratham is a grass-roots organization that works towards universalizing primary education in India. With a goal of reaching 20 million children, Pratham is one of the largest NGOs in field of literacy movement in India. Pratham continues to evolve, grow and works to meet the continually changing needs of the children it educates. Pratham’s North Carolina 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: Rajeev Thalla - rajeev.thalla@gmail.com Monica Awasthi - awasthimonica@yahoo.com www.prathamusa.org Professional Indians’ Association [PIA] PIA is a meetup that serves young South Asian professionals in the Triangle Community. The group is made of Indian professionals and grad students interested in cultural events, socializing and meeting/making friends with like-minded people around the Triangle. Monthly events include meeting at bars/restaurants, Bollywood movie nights, potlucks, Indian concerts/performances, outdoor activities, community service and volunteering. This will also be an opportunity for professionals to share their thoughts on respective industries, social causes, the economy and politics.

For Further Details: http://www.meetup.com/PIATriangle/ Punjabi Unlimited Punjabi Unlimited is dedicated to promotion/creation of a public awareness and education about Punjabi Arts, Culture, Sports, Language, Music, Dance etc. All welcome who are “Punjabi at Heart.” For Further Details: Gurpreet Burmi president@punjabiunlimited,org; Arvinder Singh vicepresident@punjabiunlimited.org www.punjabiunlimited.org

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Raleigh Sai Center Parthi Sai devotees of Triangle area meet every Sunday from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Mini-Hall of Hindu Bhavan in Morrisville. There will be Study circle, Bhajan Practice, Veda Chanting etc. during the 4-5 pm slot depending on the week, followed by bhajans from 5:00 - 6:00. The center carries out several service activities as well. The Human Values Education (SSE) classes for the children of different age group will be from 3:30 - 5:00. All are invited to participate in the Satsangh and service activities.

For Further Details: Rakesh Huria, President, Raleigh Sai Center at 919-244-1263 E-mail rsc.president@yahoo.com.

Ramakrishna Vedanta Society of North Carolina The Ramakrishna Vedanta Society of NC draws inspiration from the timeless, philosophical wisdom of the Vedanta as practiced and preached in the modern day by Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Sarada Devi and Swami Vivekananda. Perhaps you know a great deal about Practical Vedanta and the message of the harmony of religions and the spiritual oneness of Existence or perhaps you are just curious and want to learn more.

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For Further Details: www.vedantanc.org RTP Maharashtra Mandal RTP Maharashtra Mandal is a home away from home for Marathi-speaking people. The goal of the Mandal is to advocate for the vibrant culture, the rich heritage as well as the wellendowed language of Maharashtra. The Mandal is dedicated to showcase the cultural, social and traditional attributes of Maharashtra to the local community through variety of entertaining programs, events and get-togethers. All aficionados are warmly invited to join.

For Further Details: Mohana Dighe: 919.378.1947 Sameer Mohile: 919.851.8799 Deepa Kardekar: 201.673.6193 www.rtpmm.org S. V. Temple of North Carolina S.V. Temple of North Carolina is built on over nine acres of centrally connected triangle area. This grand tribute to Lord Venkateswara and his consorts is designed to exacting standards of shilpa shasthra and features the only shrine in North 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.

Oct 13: Fundraiser Raffle For Further Details: 919.468.0040 comm@svtemplenc.org www.svtemplenc.org Sahaj Marg Meditation - Triangle Area Sahaj Marg translates to “The Natural Path.” It is a natural, simple system of Raja Yoga meditation and spiritual practice 124

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Community Organizations that helps one realize the ultimate potential within oneself.

Regular spiritual practice under capable guidance enables aspirants to progressively experience the sublime presence of the divine in their daily lives. Sahaj Marg system of meditation is freely offered to seekers worldwide through Shri Ram Chandra Mission. In Triangle area, group meditations are held on Sundays and Wednesdays.

For Further Details: (919) 303-7447 (Raj Solanki) (919) 493-6180 (Devi Sekar) raleigh.center@gmail.com> www.srcm.org, www.sahajmarg.org Sahaja Meditation Ongoing meetings, seminars and workshops are available in Raleigh. There is never any charge for Sahaja Meditation instruction or for receiving one’s self-realization which is the birthright of every human being. Anyone can do it. Sahaja Mediation is free and without obligation. RSVP in meetup: Sahaja-Meditation-Triangle-Group Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. 9308 Fairbanks Drive Raleigh, NC, 27613 More information: http://www.sahajamediation.com http:///www.coolcheck.org For Further Details: balaram.krishna@gmail.com 919.757.3135 Sky Meditation and Kaya Kalpa Yoga Sky Meditation and Kaya Kalpa yoga benefits include Longevity, Wellness and Stress Management. Triangle Sky Meditation group holds weekly group meditation and simplified physical exercises every Friday in Cary for those who have attended Shri Vethathiri Maharishi’s Kaya Kalpa Yoga course. Kaya Kalpa Yoga Courses are held several times a year for anyone 14 years and above. For more details about the course visit www.vethathiri.edu.in For Further Details: 919-830-9764 vikram.renganathan@gmail.com South Indian Fine Arts Academy (SIFAA) SIFAA is a non-profit organization that works to arrange and promote concerts and performances in the Triangle and Triad areas, concentrating on Carnatic music.

Upcoming Events: Sat, Nov 2: Akkarai Sisters For Further Details: 919.773.1580 www.sifaa.org 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.

Upcoming Events: Sun, Nov. 17: Tamil Maalai, HSNC, Morrisville For Further Details: tca_nc@yahoo.com www.tcanc.org

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Tamil Sangam of Carolina The Tamil Sangam is an organization that promotes understanding of Tamil culture and provides a medium for people of Tamil culture to get together. The activities include music, drama, lectures, Tamil movies, etc.

For Further Details: 919.461.3057 - Alli Dass (President) www.tamilsangamofcarolina.org Telugu Christian Fellowship of NC (TCFNC) The Telugu Christian Fellowship of North Carolina (TCFNC) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to reach out to Telugu Christians living in North Carolina, to be united and bonded together as a Telugu Christian family of God and encourage and pray for each other. TCFNC provides a place for Telugu Christians for time of worship, prayer and fellowship. They also provide a forum for kids to grow in the knowledge of the Lord and to equip them to be ambassadors of Jesus Christ. The group organizes, each year, an Annual Telugu Christian Family Conference.

For further details: www.tcfnc.org Phone: 919-43-TCFNC(82362) Triangle Area Telugu Association (TATA) The Triangle Area Telugu Association (TATA) is a non-profit organization (started in 1983) committed to building a vibrant Telugu Community and promoting Telugu culture and language in the Triangle area of North Carolina.

For Further Details: committee@tataonline.org www.tataonline.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: 919.741.9343 (Ishtiaque Mohiuddin) Ishtiaquem@gmail.com www.tbsnc.org Triangle Chapter-India Development & Relief Fund (IDRF) IDRF is a registered, tax-exempt non-profit organization that supports volunteer-based, honest and highly experienced nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) in India in serving their populations’ critical needs around education, childcare, healthcare, women empowerment and tribal welfare, as well as relief and rehabilitation in times of natural disasters.

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

Upcoming Events: Sat, Nov 23: Diwali celebrations For Further Details: www.nctga.org

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Community Organizations Triangle Rang Mandal Devotees of Pujya Sri Rang Avdhoot Maharaj meet every Saturday in Cary or Raleigh from 8:30 - 10:30 pm to sing devotional Dattatreya Bhajans and Datta-Bavani in a spiritual atmosphere. Special programs organised on Guru Purnima and Rang Jayanti and on the occasion of Pujya Sri Prem Avdhoot Bapji’s annual visit to the US. For Further Details: rangmandal@gmail.com Triangle Vegetarian Society (TVS) The mission of TVS is to build a sense of community between current vegetarians and people who are interested in vegetarianism and have a forum for a discussion of issues.

Upcoming Events: Thu, Nov. 28: Annual Vegan thanksgiving, Cafe Parizade, Durham, NC For Further Details: barman@cs.unc.edu www.trianglevegsociety.org Triangle Vipassana Vipassana, which means to see things as they are, is one of India’s most ancient techniques and was taught 2500 years ago as a universal remedy for universal ills. The Triangle Vipassana meditation group holds weekly group sittings in Cary, Raleigh on Thursday, Saturday, and Monday and 3-hour sitting on 3rd Sunday each month, and one day sitting once every few months for established students (those who have taken at least one ten day course from S.N.Goenka or one of his Assistant teachers). Ten day courses are available for all. There is no charge for the course.

To apply for a retreat visit www.patapa.dhamma.org.

For Further Details: 732-213-9660 carync.sittings@gmail.com Hitesh & Vaibhavi Parekh www.dhamma.org Urdu Majlis Urdu Majlis is a literary organization for the promotion of Urdu language and literature and has no political, national or religious affiliations. The group has regularly scheduled monthly meetings in which enthusiasts and scholars of Urdu literature meet to discuss the life and works of a selected literary figure.

For Further Details: 919.851.1119 (Dr. Afroz Taj) 919.596.4792 (Ashraf and Seema Faruqi) taj@unity.ncsu.edu Vaishnav Samaj of Triangle Area The Vaishnav Samaj is a group of like-minded devotees who meet for religious worship and understand Pushti Marg Principles at large. Recently, a sub-chapter of Vallabh Youth Organization (VYO) was formed under the leadership of Mrs. Harsha Shah.

Regular Bhajan recitations are held 2nd Sunday of the month from 4-6 pm and Seniors are requested to encourage youngsters to participate in the activities.

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For Further Details on the Vaishnav Samaj contact: Vithalbhai Shah 919.467.4254 Navinbhai Parikh 919.387.8808 Vibha Vibha is a volunteer driven non-profit organization dedicated to creating a brighter future for underprivileged children. The Raleigh Action Center has a group of energetic and enthusiastic volunteers from varied backgrounds, including working professionals and students. This group came together through a strong belief in Vibha’s mission and a resolve that we can create a positive societal impact in India – even from half way around the world. The group works to organize social events that spread awareness and raise funds to further the organization’s mission.

For Further Details: raleigh@vibha.org http://raleigh.vibha.org.

Regional 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 Sri Somesvara Temple Sri Somesvara Temple is located near Asheville, NC. Temple hours are 8 am - 7:30pm. Regularly scheduled pujas: Subrabhath Aarti - 8 am, Rudrabhishek Nityapuja - 9 am - 12 noon, Pradoshakala puja and mangala aarti - 6 pm - 7:30pm.

The temple also hosts special events. Contact the temple: 828.476.4073. It is located at 95 Mount Soma Blvd., Clyde, NC 28721 Upcoming Events: Sun, Nov 3: Diwali Festival, 6pm Sat, Nov 16: Satyanarayan puja, 6pm Sat, Dec 7: Subrahmanya Shasti, 11:30am Thu, Dec 12: Vykunta Ekadasi, 11:30am For Further Details: www.srisomesvara.org.

South Carolina American South Asian Cultural Association of Columbia, SC The American South Asian Cultural Association of Columbia’s fundamental goal is to increase cultural awareness and develop cultural understanding among American Southeast Asian Community in Columbia area. A monthly Lunch meeting will be held on the Second Sunday of every month between 1 to 3 PM. There will be $7.00 Per Person charge for Lunch (Kids Ages 6-10 pay half price) at Delhi Palace, 542 Saint Andrew Road, Columbia, 29210. Contact in the evenings: (803) 233-7042 OR (803) 233-3995.

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International Community Church A WORSHIP CENTER FOR PEOPLE FROM INDIA AND NEIGHBORING COUNTRIES We Welcome You to Become a Part of This Loving Spiritual Family “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” John 3:16 (The Holy Bible) Pastor: Joseph B. Jesudason SERVINg gOD AND THE COMMUNITY SINCE JUNE 1984

Regular Activities Worship Service - Sundays at 8:30 AM Child Care Available 1524, North Harrison Avenue, Cary (Next SAS Campus) Children’s Sunday School & Adult Bible Study - Sundays at 11 AM 1215 Jones Franklin Rd Suite 204 Prayer Fellowship - Wednesdays at 7:00 PM Meet at Four Zones at host families Raleigh, Durham, Apex, Cary, Morrisville, Holly Springs & Chapel Hill

zakar Bible Club: Character development of children through memorization of God’s powerful & redemptive word.

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Church Office: 1215 Jones Franklin Road, Suite 204 Raleigh, NC 27606 (919) 233-2900 or (919) 467-4435 (Residence)

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Community Organizations Bethel Christian Fellowship Bethel Christian Fellowship offers services in various Indian languages (i.e. Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, etc.) and Sunday Worship services are at 11:30 a.m. Address: Fort Mill Church of God, Student Life Center Building, 216 Academy Street, Room 102. Fort Mill, South Carolina 29715 For Further Details: 803.792.7223 Pastor Rajan Samuel @ pastorofbcf@gmail.com www.bethelchristianfellowship.org Carolina Buddhist Vihara (greenville, SC) Regular beginner meditation program conducted by a Buddhist Monk. Activities are held Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings: 6:30 pm (puja), 7 pm (meditation), and 8 pm (“Dhamma” talk or discussion). A “youth program” is also held once a month.

For Further Details: dhammasc@hotmail.com Hanahan Table Tennis Training Center There are no membership fees of any kind to play at HTTTC. Free open play and training. Free USATT league. Informal free coaching as time permits. Open to all levels of players from recreational to competitive. The center is located at City of Hanahan Gym, 1255 Yeamans Hall Rd., Hanahan, SC 29410 (Adjacent to Police Station).

For Further Details: www.ttHanahan.com.

Hindu Society of greater Spartanburg The daily Aarti is at 7:00 p.m., Balvihar classes are conducted from 10 - 11:45 am on scheduled Sundays, and Satsang is on second Sunday every month from 5 - 7 pm. Temple is located on 1130 Fairview Church Road in Boiling Springs, SC 29303.

For Further Details: 864.599.7048 Hindu Temple and Center (Columbia, SC) The temple is located at 5704 Kiawah Road, Columbia, South Carolina 29212. It is open on weekdays between 8:30 am to 12 noon and between 5 pm and 8:30 pm. On weekends, the temple is open between 8:30 am to 1:00 pm and 5 pm to 8:30 pm. Bal Gokulam (Sunday School) classes are held every Sunday from 10:30 am to 12:00 noon. Classes are designed to help children build physical, mental, cultural, social & spiritual lives.

Contact: 803.772.6940 www.hindutemplesc.org Hindu Temple of South Carolina The Hindu Temple and Cultural Center of South Carolina was established with an objective to fill the need for thousands of Hindus in the State of South Carolina to worship and pray together, perform sacraments and rituals, to observe and celebrate festivals, and to perform and engage in humanitarian and educational activities.

For Further Details: http://www.hindutemplesc.org/index.php

the understanding of the heritage of India in US. For Further Details: 803.884.0859 iagcfolks@yahoo.com International Fellowship Church of greenville, SC International Fellowship Church offers Sunday worship services and other weekly activities for people of Indian origin.

For Further Details: 864.234.1256 (Pastor Suhas Raiborde) www.internationalfellowshipchurch.org Kannada Association of greater greenville (KAgg) An organization devoted to the awareness and promotion of Kannada culture in the Greater Greenville area of South Carolina. KAGG is a primarily run by volunteers and invites Kannadigas living in and around Greater Greenville area to participate in the organization. Kannada classes for children are being organized to meet at the Vedic Center in Mauldin every other Sunday morning.

For Further Details: 864.430.4973 www.kagg-sc.org Masjid Noor-UL-Huda The Mosque is located at 517 Winmet Dr., Columbia, S.C. On the first and third Saturday of every month from 6 - 8 pm, Islamic session is held by Hafiz Mohammed Basheer. Quranic Reading classes are conducted daily, and everyone is encouraged to send their children to these sessions.

For Further Details: 803.749.0827 (Dr. Shami) 803.740.5127 (Qari Abdul Khader Multani) 803.754.2632 (Mosque main number) Telugu Association of greater greenville Telugu Association of Greater Greenville, SC, serves the Telugu community of the Greenville/Spartanburg area of South Carolina. The group sponsors several events throughout the year.

For Further Details: www.taggsc.org Vedic Center of greenville The Center is located at 499 Bethel Road in Mauldin, S.C. 29662.

Daily Aarti is conducted Monday to Friday at 8 pm. Bal Vihar classes are conducted Sundays from 11:15 am - 12:30 pm. Sri Venkateshwara Suprabhatam is held on 2nd Saturday of the month at 9 am.

For Further Details: 864.967.2852

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Pop’s Puzzles & Jokes

By Kirit Shukla

Clues Down:

Note: * denotes abbreviation of the word or phrase Clues Across: 1. The Asian country. Capital: Thimphu.

6. Growing from the base of a stem. (Botany).

11. Past tense of the verb ‘run’.

12. Formerly Baroda, a city in Gujarat, India.

14. A weapon used for defense against hostile airplane.

16. A meal or refreshment at midday.

17. Information Technology. (*) 18. A Hindu festival of lights at the year end. (Nov. 3, 2013) 19. “Lake ___”, A resort area between Nevada & California.

21. The indefinite article used before any word beginning with a vowel (a, e, i , o, u) sound or silent ‘h’.

22. One who operates lathe.

24. To put date that is earlier than the current date.

26. One of the hearing organs.

28. Turf; sward.

29. A popular tree esp. a cottonwood. (A rental car co.)

31. Trade Union. (*) 32. Utah. (*) 33. Frequency Modulation. (*)34. A boarding school; student dormitory.

36. Of the population having the same ancestry or family.

39. Rate Load Amps. (*) (Electrical engineering) 40. Third largest city in Burdwan district, West Bengal.

42. That part of nerve cell thru which impulses travel away from the cell body.

44. A U. S. holiday falls on fourth Thursday of November.

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1. An alcoholic liquor distilled from wine.

2. The capital of Vietnam.

3. Not favorable or fortunate; inauspicious 4. Effective use or help; advantage.

5. A hill station in Uttarakhand in Kumaon foothills.

6. Bank of Canada. (*) 7. “___ IV”, the only English pope.

8. This monthly publication for South Asian community.

9. A barking sound of or like that of a dog.

10. A machine for shaping of wood, metal by a cutting tool.

13. Diagnostic Related Group. (*) (Used in Medicare) 15. Lacking sense or meaning; Empty.

19. A nervous thrill; shivering.

20. Speak in a pompous or bombastic manner.

23. A mountain state in West U.S. Nickname: Beehive State.

24. Any salt containing potassium, used in fertilizers.

25. A firm lustrous reversible woven fabric of silk or linen.

27. The act of governing.

28. A city in Indian state of Gujarat, on bank of river Tapi.

30. Old (church) Slavonic. (*) 33. A person born or living in Finland.

35. Cab. (in U.S.) 37. Creative Artists Agency. (*) 38. ___ Angeles.

41. Large. (*) 43. Biblical name for Heliopolis.

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Hee Hee Booddhoo: “Guru, I heard that our brain has two parts: left and right. What is in there?”

Guru: “The left one has nothing right in it and the right one has nothing left in it.”

•••••••••••••• Girl: “Do you have any sentimental love cards? ” Shop owner: “How about this card. It says ‘To the only boy I ever loved’. Do you want this?”

Girl: “Great! I want twenty of them.”

•••••••••••••• Booddhoo: “You told me that all your credit cards are stolen.

Why don’t you report it to the bank or police?”

Mafatlal: “The thief spends less money than my wife did.”

•••••••••••••• First thief: “The cops are here. Hurry! Jump out the window!”

Second thief: “But this is the 13th floor!”

First thief: “Come on. Hurry up! This is no time for superstitions.”

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YOUTH CORNER (Created By Kirit Shukla) (Find & circle the words in the puzzle).

(Subject: “World philosophers (excluding India)”

Abelard Adi Aristotle Averroes Avicenna Bacon Biel Dao Dewey Dun Einstein Fanon Freud Hao Heidegger Hobbes Hume Hus

Ibn Jing Kant Leibniz Locke Marx Nietzsche Pascal Plato Rand Russell Sartre Shi Smith Socrates Spinoza Yi Zi

The unused 4 letters spell “Affectioin.”

Math Magic Use these numbers only once: [2, 2, 3, 4, 6, 6, 7, 8 ] 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 next page)

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TEST YOUR IQ The common letters are “NT” - Fill in the blanks 1. The act of coming or going in or into. _ NT _ _ 2. The capital of Georgia state, U.S. _ _ _ _ NT _ 3. National Transportation Safety Board. (*) NT _ _ 4. Determination. _ NT_ NT _ _ _ 5. A province of Canada, Cap. Toronto. _ NT _ _ _ _ 6. To make discouraged; intimidate. _ _ _ NT 7. Anything that binds the things together. _ _ _ _ NT 8. The wife of one’s uncle. _ _ NT _ 9. Essential meaning; substance. _ _ NT _ NT 10. To the point, degree or place. _ NT _ _ 11. The whole territory of a nation. _ _ _ NT _ _ 12. The monetary unit of U. S. = A Penny. _ _ NT 13. Formerly ‘Trousers’. _ _ NT _ 14. A person who keeps a record of finance. _ _ _ _ _ NT _ _ _ 15. To color a wall with brush. _ _ _ NT 16. The gap between two parts of a show. _ NT _ _ _ _ _ 17. A remark; annotation. _ _ _ _ _ NT 18. The point around which anything revolves. _ _ NT _ _ 19. Antonym. (*) _ NT 20. Net Weight. (*) NT _ _ 21. Not the same. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ NT 22. Normal temperature and air pressure. (*) NT _ 23. A person who expects. _ NT _ _ _ _ _ NT 24. Nitro Triacetic Acid. (*) NT _ 25. Complete; thorough. _ NT _ _ _ (Puzzle solutions are on page 134. NO peeking!)

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FYI: Festivals & Holidays November 2013 Nov. 1 - Dhan Teras Nov. 2 - Kāli Chatudarshi Nov. 3 - Darsha Amās (No Moon) (Sun Eclipse) Nov. 3 - Diwali Nov. 3 - Mahāvir Nirvana day Nov. 3 - Daylight saving time ends Nov. 4 - New Year Day (Vikram Samvat- 2070 begins) Nov. 5 - Muharram (Muslim New Year-1435 begins) Nov. 5 - Bhāi Beej Nov. 7 - Lābha Panchami Nov. 9 - Jalāram Jayanti Nov. 11 - Veterans Day Nov. 14 - Tazia Nov. 13 - Deva Uthi Ekādasi Nov. 17 - Guru Nānak Jayanti Nov. 17 - Deva Diwali (Full Moon) Nov. 28 - Thanksgiving Day Nov. 29 - Utpatti Ekādesi Nov. 29 - Lincoln’s Birthday/Presidents Day December 2013 Dec. 2 - Darsha/Somavati Amās (No Moon) Dec. 7 - Guru Tegabahādur Shahid Day Dec. 10 - Pramukh Swami Maharaja Prāgatyotsava Dec. 13 - Gita Jayanti/ Mokshadā Ekādesi Dec. 16 - Dattātreya Jayanti Dec. 17— Mārgashirsh Purnimā (Full Moon) Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve Dec. 25 - Christmas Dec. 27 - Jain Pārshvanāth Jayanti Dec. 28 - Safalā Ekādesi Dec. 31 - New Year’s Eve. (Year 2013 ends)

WORDS A word is made putting letters together that has a meaning. It may be name of a thing, verb, adjective etc. Words are a medium with which to speak, listen, write and understand.

They are different in all the languages of the world. The book of words is a dictionary, made in different languages. No communication is possible without words.

1. “TYPEWRITER” is a word which uses only first row of the letters on the keyboard.

2. “MALAYALAM” is the language that is same when read from left to right or right to left.

3. “BOOKKEEPER” is the only word in the English language with three consecutive double letters.

4. “I” is the shortest word. [I means ego; that is limitless.]

5. “PNEUMONOULTRAMICROSCOPICSILICOVOLCANOC ONIOSIS” is the longest word (45 letters) in the dictionary.

6. There are least words starting with the letter “X” in the Webster’s dictionary.

7. There are maximum words starting with the letter “S” in the Webster’s dictionary.

8. There are many longest words in the different languages of the world. Below is just an example, in Sanskrit language.

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hard. You may act hyper during this month. Try to control your speech. As far as income is concerned, there is no big change. Travel may prove to be rewarding.

LIBRA (Sep 23 - Oct 23) Don’t get involved in new things during this month.

The period is good for family happiness but the workload and outside activities will develop frustration. Your subordinates will also extend their full support towards you. You will see steady rise in your income. Hard work is going to reward you with bonus during this month. Your spouse will achieve success in the second half of the month.

General Predictions for November 2013 ARIES (Mar 20- Apr 20) This is the period of great achievement and celebration.

Your friends and seniors will be with you to enjoy the tremendous success. You will enjoy love and respect from your higher authorities. You will invest some money in business or home affairs. Time is changing to more positive for students. Your enemies won’t even dare to harm you. Don’t lose your self-confidence.

SCORPIO (Oct 23 - Nov 22) This period will make you very comfortable. You will come in contact with some influential people. A rise in status as well as in income is possible. You might enter into profitable deals. Travel will prove to be very relaxing. Others will appreciate your social and religious work. The probable chances of getting promotion are there. Overall this month will be very pleasant.

TAURUS (Apr 20 - May 21) Try to be practical during this month. It is better to concentrate in enjoying family and social life. Long term career-related decision might be taken in this month. Time is good for students. If working, chances of promotion are there. In either case, there will be a rise in income. Be aware of your surreptitious enemies.

They could destroy your plans and take away happiness.

SAgITTARIUS (Nov 22 - Dec 21) You will be very active and busy during this month.

You may gain a lot of success in business and job. It will be an action-oriented period. Your friends and family will offer whatever assistance you need. You will be relieved from financial worries. Attraction and new relation with member of opposite sex will make you feel relaxed. A change in residence or investment in business is also indicated.

gEMINI (May 21 - Jun 21) After a positive start, you will experience a minor downfall this month. You may lose confidence and make wrong decisions. Try to maintain easy temperament and keep working hard. Don’t try to be over-smart. Traveling could be the best activity and could also bring some income during this month. A strong para-psychic experience may bring major change in your friend circle and relations with your subordinates.

CAPRICORN (Dec 21 - Jan 20) This month will relieve you from tension and anxiety.

On the domestic front you will be happy, as your long cherished desires will be fulfilled. You will travel this month and it will bring good results for you. You may receive good news about benefits or monetary gains.

You will be able to defeat your enemy. Be careful of your health and don’t dispute with your siblings.

CANCER (Jun 21 - Jul 22) The income and expenses will balance each other during this month. You may experience delay in pursuits and ups and downs in education or business.

Wise decisions may protect you from spending money wastefully. Investment in long-term saving will prove beneficial. The time is good for changing workplace or field of study. Avoid dispute with family.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 - Feb 19) Your hard work and labor will give dividends. Good news from far-off places is possible. You will enjoy power of artistic expression and interpretation. Your emotional actions will give very good reward. A pleasant journey or change in workplace may take place. A relaxed state of mind is also indicated. You will have edge over your competitors. A change in internal relation with your spouse is possible.

LEO (Jul 22 - Aug 23) Now is the time your plans regarding investment in property will materialize. You will be successful due to your active life and actions. Friends and sibling will offer whatever assistance you need. Your opponents will dare not to face you. Don’t get involved in any love affair. Students will get unexpected positive results. Try to control your speech and egoistic thoughts.

PISCES (Feb 19 - Mar 20) You will get mixed results during this month. There will be a lot of opportunities coming your way but you may not be able to utilize them. Health problem may disturb you. The time is not good for heart patients.

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Hotel Help Wanted in Charlotte. Front gas station / Convenience Store for desk - able to do 2 or more nights.

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Wanted: Looking for Couples/Single; Tobacco shop for sale: Kannapolis, NC. Must have legal status; Locations in NC 75k + inv. or best offer. Tobacco products, & SC; Opportunity to advance and grow! smoking accessories, pipes, lottery, chew, Please Call 803-789-3133. beer,drinks, snacks, incense & more. Help Wanted: Rajbhog, Charlotte.

Room for expansion. 336-774-3094 cashier and kitchen help. Willing to work gas Station with C-Store For Sale: On I- weekends and evenings. Contact: 85 North, 35 Min from Raleigh/Durham. Lakshmi or Prarthana at 704-909-7783 or Price $300,000 with 2 Million gross email at shree_ kailash@yahoo.com. annual sales. Great store with good Refulgent Technologies Inc.: IT staffing income. Call 252-767-1635 company is currently recruiting Java, .Net, C-Stores: Salisbury, NC $329K + Inv, GR SQL Server and QA candidates. We also do $3.5M; Wilkes County, NC $499K + Inv, GR Training & Placement. Contact Anu: e-mail: $1.1M incl RE; Charlotte, NC $99K + Inv, GR recruiter@refulgent-tech.com or 704-405-4238. $430K No Gas 704-821-8888 or Hotel Management Firm Now Hiring: www.Countysouth.biz House keepers, front desk (must speak Liquor and c-store for Sale: Clover, SC. fluent English), and General Manager/s Gross sales yearly $380,000-$400,000 from of franchise hotels. Experience required. both stores, monthly expenses only E-mail resumes to abcone@abcinns.com $1,000 (or less)+ $1600 rent; Asking OR call 704-649-6833 (M-F, 9AM-5PM). $90,000 + inv. ($70k-$90K). Owner finance Looking for Experienced Threading available. Call Rocky 803-810-5105.

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Nanny needed immediately in Charlotte (University area) to take care of the baby and household chores. Please call. 201467-1754.

Tandoor Chef / Assistant Curry Chef needed for an Indian Restaurant in Raleigh. Please call: 919-244-4741. gas Station Help Wanted: full-time in McCormick, SC (near Greenwood & Augusta). Must speak fluent English & have legal status. Good pay. call 704-2998535.

Help Wanted: Indian restaurant in Charlotte, NC looking for Server and Tandoori Chef. Please contact 704-512-9177 Elder Care Needed: Fulltime live in, elder care needed for Gujarati speaking parent in Dillon SC, responsibilities include light cooking & housekeeping.

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Hotel Help Wanted in Asheboro, NC. Front Desk, maintenance and housekeeping. Accommodations provided.

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No cooking required. Contact 704-964Help Wanted for Franchised Motel: Charlotte, NC area. Front desk. Fluent in 2490.

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E-mail Housekeeper needed in North Charlotte resume: bwhospitality78@gmail.com (University). Tues & Thurs 9 AM - 5:30 Nanny needed in South Park area of PM. Must have transportation. Contact Charlotte. For 2 boys ages 1.5 yr and 3.5 hwunnava@gmail.com or 704-837-7271 yr from Noon - 6pm. Light housekeeping Nanny Needed in North Charlotte. and cooking needed. Driving a must. Indian live-in nanny for 5 month old Contact 408-833-8820. baby please call 704-458-0363.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES: (continued) Nanny Needed: full time Indian Nanny needed in North Charlotte area for my 1 month old. I also need someone who can cook and do some light household work.

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Nanny needed Charlotte (University area) for baby, Light housekeeping and cooking required. Please call. 980-213-5488.

MATRIMONIAL: Seeking correspondence for brother, 28, 5'10" Hindu, North-Indian, PhD (Astrophysics) -SISSA-Italy, MScIntegrated (Physics) -IIT-Kanpur.

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Indian Performing Arts Association of Charlotte . . . . . .107 International Center for Meditation and Well Being . . . .51 International Comm Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129 IT Max Solutions, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Jag Insurance Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Jaipur Indian Restaurant (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 K & M Accountant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 K.B. Zaveree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 KD Financial & KMD Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 KD Photographics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131 Kumar, Kokila (Real Estate - Allen Tate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Logikwindow (Web Design, Chandresh Shah) . . . . . . . . .13 Mahabazar.com Travels Maha Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131 Maharani Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Malani Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 Malaya Kitchen (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Mathur, Gitanjali (Allen Tate Realtors) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 Matthews Family Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Mishra Architecture PLLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 MONTBLANC (Bhindi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 MyTripFare (Travel agent) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 Nationwide Ins. (Maqsood Khan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Neeta's Beauty Parlor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 NetIP (Diwali Party) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 OM Tech Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 Pardasani, Kamlesh (Real Estate - CharlotteArea.com) .107 Passage To India - Fine Indian Cuisine . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 Patel Brothers (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Patel Travels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 Patel, Champa (Real Estate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 Patel, Mike (Coastal Funding Corporation) . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Patel, Mrugesh (Law Offices) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137 Patel, Tony (Real Estate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Payal Groceries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 Persis Indian Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Premji Valji Jewellers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Rajbhog Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141 Rajdeep Mandap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Rajdeep Video & Photography (Ramesh Panjabi) . . . . . .53 Rajeshree Beauty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 Rapid Car Care (Formerly Ali & Sons Car Care) . . . . . . .92 Religious Ceremonies (Swminath Sastrigal) . . . . . . . . . .115 Ritu Selects - An Elegant Fashion Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Robert Brown LLC (Oza, Rishi: Immigration Law) . . . . .69 Roop Beauty (Pooja Patel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 RP Photo & Video (Rashmi Patel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 S S Event Services (Event planning, Photo, Video...) . . . .99 Saffron Restaurant and Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 SaiMedisoft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66/67 Shah, Anish (Real Estate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84/85 Shah, Kirti (CPA - Sepa Consulting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Shining Star Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 Shukla, Kirit (Music Lession & Band) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Shyama Beauty Parlour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 Sleep Inn (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129 Sneha Creations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 South Charlotte Endocrinology (K. Narasimhan, MD) . .90 Sparrsh Massage & Facial Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Spice South . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Thakkar, Beena (Realty) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 The Blue Taj . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Transportation (Diamond Cab) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Travel Universe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Travelinks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 Ttravel Guru . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Tulips Multi Cuisine Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Urogender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 USPS Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 Vyas Travels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 White Horse Weddings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Worldwide travels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Yafa Market & Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Zaika (Moorseville, NC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

A & V Satellites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Abacus Math . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Access Realty & Funding (Chandravadan Shah) . . . . . . .21 Accounting Solutions (Muhammad Kamran Awan) . . . .45 Aggarwal Group (Morgan Stanley) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 AID-India (Dhwani–Concert by Shankar Tucker & Team)12 All Car Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Anand, Versha (Real Estate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Anil Bedi & Associates PC (CPA & Consultants) . . . . . . .69 Apna Travels (Morrisville) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Around The World Market Charlotte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 ARVA LLC Hylite Smart Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Ashwini Kathak Dance Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Asian Divas (Cosmetologist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Asiana Fusion.Sushi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Aura And More... Boutique (Ladies Fashions) . . . . . . . . .81 BallantyneTech Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir (Charlotte) . . . . . . . .142 Barot, Tushar (Statefarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Bashyam & Spiro LLP (Immigration Law) . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Beacon Inns of America (Howard Perry & Walston) .34 / 35 Best Rate Mortgage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Bhindi Jewellers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Bipin & Smita Parekh (Real Estate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Blakeney & Steelcroft Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Blooming Buds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Blue Mango Indian Cuisine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 Bombay Grille (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123 British American School of Charlotte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 Café Nirvana (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Carolina Law Group (Monty Desai) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Carolina Wedding Belle (Event Design & Décor) . . . . . . .83 CaroMont Medical Group (Dr. Manu Patel) . . . . . . . . . . .42 Chai Pani (Restaurant - Ashville, NC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137 Challa Law Offices, PLC (Immigration) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Charlotte Eye Ear Nose & Throat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Chiro-Carolina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Concha, David - Immigration Attorney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Concord Children’s Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Copper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 County South Realty & Business Brokers . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Cuisine Malaya (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Curry and Cakes (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Curry N Kabab (Cornelius) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Darpan Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Delhi Palace / Spices Of India (Columbia, SC) . . . . . . . . .63 Dentist (Dr. Prashant Rao - Cedar Walk Dentistry) . . . .119 Dentist (Pineville Dentistry - Lina V. Mistry, DDS) . . . . .90 Desai Desai Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Desai, Rajarshi (CPA, PLLC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Desi Bazaar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Digital Room Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 DJ Hangama . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 DJ Desi (Amit Vasi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 DJ Don (David Pandoria) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 DJ Lalit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Elegant Designz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137 Eshaan Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Fairview Home Mortgage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141 Family Fare Convenience Stores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Fly Worry Free (Travel Agent) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 Friends Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Fu Lin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Fyvelement (24 Mantra Organic Food) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Gandhi International Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Geological Resources, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 Global Mall / Legacy Jewels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 Global Weight Loss Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 H2 Laser & Skin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Help Wanted (Threading) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Hindu Center Charlotte (Events) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71-74 Hindu Priest (Balaji) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 India Grocers (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Indian Expressions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Saathee.com

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