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Rural Folk Musician (Story on Page 16)

In this issue: Preserving Folk Music of India Evolving Gandhi’s Simplicity

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Can India grow and still keep up with Gandhi’s philosophy of simplicity? It’s not possible, as the country needs to train hundreds of millions of workers. See pg. 8 for the story.

A record label in India is trying to record varied folk music of India before it disappears. Go to pg. 16 for the story.

Something that was unthinkable in India up till now, divorce among the elderly, maybe changing. See the article on pg. 36 for the changing marital mores in India.

“My Plate” is the new food pyramid. See what it means in the article on pg. 52.

In the market for a used car? Don’t hit the dealerships until you read the story on pg. 70.

Some of the American weapons meant for U.S. and Afghan troops are winding up in the hands of militants. Story on pg. 76.

Find several tasty summertime corn recipes on pg. 78.

The updated festivals and holidays are listed on pg. 118.

Catch up on all the local and regional community news and events on pg. 94 and keep up to the minute updates at our regularly updated website: saathee.com.

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In This Issue Evolving Gandhi’s Simplicity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 08 Atheism in India . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 12 Folk Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 16 Saathee Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 18 Film Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 22 Sangeet, Popular Music of India . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 24 Evergreen Film Lyrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 26 Indian Classical Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 28 Dances of India . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 30 A Place in Time Photo Essay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 32 Elderly Divorce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 36 Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 38 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 40 Children’s Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 44 Mastering Meaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 46 Astride three Continents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 48 Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 50 Healthwise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 52 The Stock Tickers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 56 Immigration Matters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 60 Marketing Turnaround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 62 Business Matters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 66 Personal Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 70 Cricket Forum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 74 U.S. Weapons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 76 Recipes of the Month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 78 The Chai Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 82 Community Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 88 Community News & Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 94 Pop’s Puzzles and Jokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 116 Festivals and Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 118 AstroScope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 120 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 122 Puzzle Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 124 Index of Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 124 Saathee.com

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For decades India’s industrial policies channeled Gandhi.

Hundreds of products were reserved for small-scale companies to manufacture. Because these small-scale companies were too numerous to regulate, the policy effectively nurtured hundreds of thousands of sweatshops.

Thanks to India’s ongoing economic reforms, many products — including some with a high growth potential, like apparel — are no longer reserved for small-scale industry. Still, many of the sweatshops persist.

Where large companies make money through economies of scale, sweatshops increase profit margins by paying low wages and cutting corners. And the Indian workers — and Indian industrialization drive — continue to pay the price.

That’s because at the same time that India inadvertently created a breeding ground for sweatshops, it also passed strict labor laws that set minimum wages, mandate safety standards and make it very difficult to fire workers.

Sweatshops are only economically viable as long as they flout India’s strict rules. But large companies can’t fly under the radar and must comply. If they can’t fire workers when the going gets tough, it doesn’t make much sense to hire them in first place. What does make sense is contracting the work out to the very sweatshops that flout the rules.

The upshot is that only a handful of industries — like automobile and motorcycle manufacturing — have managed to attain economies of scale and begun to compete on the global stage.

Not too long ago, a scandal of sorts hit Indian newspapers.

Though millions of Indians remain unemployed or underemployed, the country’s lagging brick-and-mortar industries had imported tens of thousands of Chinese workers — on business visas, no less — to build and operate power plants, steel mills and telecommunications towers.

“The Delhi airport was built by Chinese labor,” said Dilip Chenoy, chief executive of India’s National To avert a disastrous Skill Development Corporation, referring to the most prominent eximpending labor ample of India’s efforts to improve shortage, India needs its dismal infrastructure. to train 500 million But the uproar didn’t last long for skilled workers by 2022. the simple reason that India can’t afford to shut down.

Despite its huge working-age population, India faces a potentially debilitating shortage of skilled workers.

According to one emerging vocational education firm, only about five percent of India’s 400-million strong labor force has received any formal training, compared with 70 percent in Germany and 95 percent in Korea. Importing skilled workers from China — on or off the books — is only the most dramatic manifestation of the problem.

Across the board, the shortage of skilled laborers has reduced productivity and cut into profits. Poaching workers from competitors has become a common practice that drives up wages, threatening to derail India’s manufacturing revolution before it has even begun.

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The wrong revolution The crux of the problem is that India has never really industrialized.

India’s service-related businesses account for more than half of GDP, while manufacturing contributes only 15 percent. And though China’s economy is only four times larger than India’s, its manufacturing sector is 50 times larger. Meanwhile, China has some 500,000 vocational training centers, compared with India’s 10,000 obsolete Industrial Training Institutes.

Blame revolutionaries. Brutal Mao Zedong killed millions with his Great Leap Forward in China, but his drive for steel and obsession with collectivization arguably kickstarted the country’s industrialization. China’s ghastly Cultural Revolution terrorized intellectuals, but it also lionized laborers and solidified the building blocks of the nation.

Meanwhile, in India, there was Mohandas K. Gandhi, pacifist with a spinning wheel. Gandhi’s insistence that his followers spin their own cloth as a protest against British imperialism laid the groundwork for decades of socialist policies.

While these policies provided the poor with jobs that saved them from starvation, they also discouraged technology and restricted companies from developing economies of scale. This more robust growth may have pulled India’s masses out of poverty once and for all.

Gandhi’s kinder, gentler revolution also left the caste system intact, assuring that there would be no prestige in physical labor for the rest of his century.

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“It varies a lot by sector, but we are seeing shortages anecdotally in several areas,” said Ramya Venkataraman, head of the India education practice at the consulting firm McKinsey. “In some cases it [the skilled labor shortage] is constraining growth, and in some cases it is increasing the cost of doing business.

“At the current capacity, we’ll be able to skill about 50 million people in 10 years,” said Venkataraman, “versus the 500 million we need to train. So there’s a severe shortage.”

The opportunity in crisis To avert disaster, India’s normally ponderous policy makers have acted with speed and creativity.

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Even though Singh’s parents had accepted her as an atheist, when she got married a few years ago her parents said she couldn’t have a civil ceremony. To them, a civil ceremony would have implied something was not right in the household.

In the end, she agreed to be married with the ceremony of her husband’s Sikh faith.

“Their argument was, ‘What will the relatives say?’” Singh recalls.

That’s a bridge that 22-year-old Aayushi Awasthy has yet to cross, though she says she’s resolved that religion won’t play a role in her marriage, and she won’t accept an arranged match.

She says being an atheist has empowered her in other ways.

She has resisted parental pressure to go into teaching over business — which is what she really wants to do. “For me, there’s no fear of the unknown,” she said. “I’m not scared to go out in the dark.”

Six percent of Indians said they had no religion in a recent survey. Still, self-described, out-of-the-closet Indian atheists are few in number — especially compared with the country’s enormous population.

Set up in January, for example, the Delhi Freethinkers group has around 95 members (including Chawla) and expects to cross 100 before meeting again next month, while similar groups in Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Pune and Kolkata have amassed at most a few hundred more members over the past six months.

But if you pull together older groups of the godless, from India’s vibrant communist tradition, for example, and from the various organizations that have focused on exposing the fraudulent “miracles” that charlatan god men use to fleece the poor, it starts to look like scientific rationalism as a belief system is gaining a toe hold.

“Religion is indeed considered part of your identity in India, but that is changing, at least amongst the growing middle class, which is our demographic by virtue of the fact that we’re organizing online,” said Kamal.

“But we’re focused on more than just religion. There are many other areas in which critical thinking and scientific skepticism are needed in India. Indeed, there are many self-identified atheists who gladly buy into illogical and/or pseudoscientific ideas.”

To change that, India’s new atheists are taking the battle from the masses to the classes, moving beyond the pioneering work that rationalists like Narendra Nayak and Sanal Edamaruku have done to debunk claims made by astrologers, tantriks and god men.

By organizing debates and discussion groups, the new activists aim to raise awareness about atheism — an Indian census taker will still object to writing “not applicable” under religion — among middle-class and wealthy Indians who have never questioned God, fate, or even astrology.

And before the end of the year, the Delhi group hopes to be running programs to teach school children to question and think, rather than accept and memorize.

“Our objective is not to tell others not to believe in God,” said 67-year-old Rajesh Kher, who’s stuck to his convictions for four decades. “Our goal is to get people to think.”

Lalit Mohan Chawla, a 19-year-old college student, was having doubts about God. Every classroom had a picture of the late Sathya Sai Baba and every day the teacher forced him to meditate while imagining the guru’s benevolent hand resting on his head.

The school yoga instructor talked about energy in a way that contradicted everything Lalit read in his science books.

“He said we had to use a [yoga] mat, to prevent our energy from flowing into the earth,” Chawla said.

“I felt that was completely stupid. But if you do not bring a mat, you will be spanked. I got spanked once. Not because I refused to bring my mat, because I forgot to bring my mat. I never refused to bring the mat, I never refused to meditate. I mean, who wants a spanking — that’s all.” Lesson learned.

Years later Chawla is an atheist. And he is not alone.

Spurred by online social networks, atheist and “free thinker” support groups are mushrooming in India’s major cities. The groups want to help non-believers — like Chawla, who hasn’t told his parents — stick to their convictions in the face of societal pressures. Moreover, they hope to turn atheists into activists.

“We aim to register as a national organization, which requires us to have a presence in a number of states in the country. So, at present we are focused on building regional groups in the major cities,” said Ajita Kamal, editor of the website, Nirmukta.com, which has spawned most of India’s atheist social networks.

India — where millions throng to the spot where a statue of Ganesha is said to be drinking milk and an absolute faith in God’s will trumps every traffic law — is renowned for belief.

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Longterm, that’s what the atheists, or free thinkers, aim to change.

“We want secularism to be defined in this country,” said Aarti Tikoo Singh, a member of the Delhi Freethinkers. “So far nobody knows what it means. Everybody assumes that it means I have absolute freedom to religion, and that’s how all the communities and individuals play this game. India is now the epitome of religiosity. Globalization has just pushed it even further. It’s now a massive industry.”

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New Life for Old-School Folk Music

Bhushan’s unwitting tribute to John Lomax didn’t go unrewarded — and neither have the musicians.

After a short stint giving away music downloads for free and hoping for charitable donations, Bhushan, Sharma and another partner, Prabhat Agarwal, started the Beat of India record label to print CDs and, subsequently, sell music downloads. Individual tracks — now archived by region, style, genre and other categories — sell for just $0.69.

All the artists receive an upfront payment that’s significant relative to their income, and Beat of India pays a royalty fee of 10 percent from the sales of individual tracks and custom CDs. Moreover, the publicity has helped a number of the artists get gigs playing at large venues in urban India and even abroad, Sarangi from the Children’s and several have been asked to record Museum of Indianapolis wikipedia creative commons songs for films.

More recently, the musicology company has licensed 10 compilation albums to a local music distribution firm, Frankfinn, with better reach in physical stores. And Beat of India has also licensed a number of songs to an international aggregator that sells content onward to heavyweights like iTunes.

Sales are modest so far, but that was never the goal.

“Our focus was to try to popularize the folk music of India,” Bhushan said. “You can’t find the original sound, and there are a lot of people who are interested. We know from our own experience that it’s really phenomenal, dynamic music. So [giving it a larger profile] has been the objective from the beginning.”

Technology meets tradition in a new record label that’s trying to popularize folk music in today’s India.

By Jason Overdorf – GlobalPost.com

photo courtesy Beat of India

As a young girl, Shefali Bhushan studied Hindustani classical music. But in 2000, when the 39-year-old, New Delhi-based music promoter started her first record label, Beat of India — more or less by accident — it was India’s haunting, vibrant folk music that captivated her.

“I had been trying to do some music-related programs for television,” Bhushan said. “But they didn’t want to commission anything. A friend of mine who’s also involved with Beat of India, NK Sharma, suggested we do something like this because it hasn’t really been done in our country in any organized way.”

“Something like this” meant a six-year-long talent search in India’s small towns and villages, making field recordings in huts and fields, schools and community centers, with what might have been the last generation of genuine folk performers.

“That was the most difficult part, and continues to be, because it’s very difficult to find the authentic, better artists of any practicing genre,” Bhushan said.

“We found in our experience that the All India Radio stations in the local areas and some of the more knowledgeable program executives were the best sources of information, because over the years they have dealt with a lot of the artists.”

Many of these musicians had never earned a living from singing and playing, and their remote houses weren’t always easy to find, Bhushan recalls.

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“We had to shake him awake almost, and he was completely shocked,” Bhushan said. “He didn’t know who we were or why we were there — three or four people from a city standing on top of him at his cot.”

But soon after, when the musician had sent a boy to buy sweets for his guests and learned why they’d come, he began to explain how the rhythm of wet clothes striking against the river rocks makes the natural beat of the washerfolk’s songs.

“He just started demonstrating for us with an imaginary cloth,” Bhushan said. “And he continued to sing many, many songs for us.”

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3. Murder 2 “Aa Zara” Music: Sangeet Haldipur & Siddharth Haldipur Singer: Sunidhi Chauhan

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4. Bbuddah...Hoga Terra Baap “Title” Music: Shekhar Ravjiani & Vishal Dadlani Singer: Amitabh Bachchan

Chala Mussaddi - Office Office (Director: Rajiv Mehra) Cast: Pankaj Kapoor, Deven Bhojani, Manoj Pahwa, Sanjay Mishra, Hemant Pandey & Asawari Joshi

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Phhir (Director: Girish Dhamija) Cast: Rajneesh Duggal, Adah Sharma & Roshni Chopra

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Lata to Sing Title Song for Asha’s Filme Singer Asha Bhosle is making her big screen acting debut in the film Maaee. The title song of the film will be sung by Bhosle’s elder sister and music legend Lata Mangeshkar. The track is yet to be recorded and will be scheduled as per Mangeshkar’s schedule and availability. Nitin Shankar composed the song. The film tells the poignant tale of what happens when a woman is abandoned by her only son and then goes to live with her daughter and son-in-law. Mahesh Kodiyal is directing Maaee.

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Dutt, Warsi, and Oberoi Come Together for Zila Ghaziabad Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, and Vivek Oberoi will team up for the upcoming dramatic thriller Zila Ghaziabad. The film deals with politics and organized criminals in Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh). The film is set to be directed by newcomer Anand and begins shooting in July. Arshad Warsi told Bollywood Hungama, “I can’t talk much about the film as it is yet to go on floors. However, what I can say is that though I am playing a baddie for the first time in my career, I won’t say the other two are any white either. Warsi made his debut in the film Tere Mere Sapne (1996). Dutt and Oberoi last appeared together in Shootout At Lokhandwala.

Dharmendra Set to Write His Autobiography The legendary Indian film actor Dharmendra has worked 50 years in the film industry and has acted in over 250 films.

He is digging through the memory lane and writing his own autobiography. The book will be written in Urdu as it is the language the superstar is most comfortable with. The book will chronicle his journey from childhood to his successes and struggles in the world of movies.

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International Film Festival of India The 42nd International film Festival of India is now set to take place in Goa from November 23 - December 3, 2011. The 1st edition of IFFI was organized by the Films Division, Government of India, with the patronage of the first Prime Minister of India. Held in Mumbai from 24 January to 1 February 1952, the Festival was subsequently taken to Madras, Delhi and Calcutta. In all it had about 40 features and 100 short films. In Delhi, the IFFI was inaugurated by Prime Minister Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru on 21 February 1952. Since its beginnings in 1952 the IFFI has been the biggest event of its type in India. Subsequent IFFI’s were held in New Delhi. From the 3rd edition in January 1965, IFFI’s became competitive. In 1975 the Filmotsav, non-competitive and to be held in other filmmaking cities in alternate years, was introduced. Later, Filmotsavs were merged in IFFI’s. In 2004 the IFFI was moved to Goa. Since then the IFFI has been an annual event and competitive. For full details visit www.iffi.nic.in/index.asp.

Rahman Teams up with Rockers A. R. Rahman is once again set to collaborate with international artists. He has joined hands with rock legend and Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger, Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics, reggae star Damian Marley and singer Joss Stone to form a band called Super Heavy. The members met a year and a half ago at a studio in Los Angeles and started jamming and writing songs. In an interview with IndiaFm.com Rahman said, “18 months ago Dave Stewart, Mick Jagger, Damien Marley, Joss Stone and me experimented at a studio in Los Angeles, trying to write songs which had meaning.

We had a couple of more sessions after that trying to perfect every song that was written and presently we have around 16 to 18 songs and all the songs have a world sound by contributions from all of us.” No word yet on the release date for the album.

Vivek Oberoi on Forbes Asian Heroes of Philanthropy List

Deols Launch Their Website Dharmendra and his sons Sunny and Bobby Deol reconnected with moviegoers in the recent hit Yamla Pagla Deewana. The gents have stepped into the digital realm to connect with their fans via the new website www.vijaytafilms.com. Along with the website, the trio has launched a YouTube channel (YouTube.com/TheDeolsofficial) and a Facebook page (Facebook.com/TheDeols). Dharmendra told Indiafm.com, “The website will give us a chance to connect with fans worldwide without a mediator. Though I am not very tech-savvy, I am quite kicked about the development of the site and happy with what Sunny has shown me so far.”

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Film: Aur pyaar ho gaya Year: 1997 Music: Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan Singers: Nusrat Fateh Ali, Udit Narayan, Anuradha Paudwal Lyric: Javed Akhtar Based on Indian Classical Raga: Mishra Darbari Taal/Rhythm: Kaharva Starring: Bobby Deol, Aishwarya Rai, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan Koi jaane koi na jaane...

Meaning (Summary): Some people know, some do not know that flies are insane and these two flies (Lovers) are insane from the day our eyes met and lost their senses. O God, what kind of passion and love are these! I forgot the world when I fell mad in love with you. The soft string of love brought me here. The world heard this story, they said that we are insane. But, when will the world understand that only the heart knows the feelings of the heart? So, it is well known that we accept what we want. The day our eyes met and they lost their senses. O God, what kind of passion and love are these! We thought that the destination is easy but our hearts say that the difficulties will come. Why to look or listen (to the people) when I already gave my heart and wore the garland (of love). O sky and the earth, listen to our love story.

Whatever our madness (of love) may be, we are leaving the streets of the world with great ambitions and going away.

Correction: The taal of the song “Suno Chhotisi Gudiyaa Ki” from last month is Dadraa and not Kaharva. We regret the error.

Koi jaane Koina jaane ye paravaane hote hai divaane Dekho ye do paravaane hai dono hi divaane Jab se mili hai aakhen hosha hai dono hi ke gum Kaisaa khumaara hai allaah allaah Kaisaa ye pyaara hai allaah allaah Duniyaa ko hamane bhulaayaa jo tumako hai paayaa Pyaara kaa naazuk dhaagaa hame kahaan le aayaa Lekin sunaa to duniyaa me ye kyaa afasaane hai Kahate hai duniyaa vaale ke ham divaane hai Dil ki baate ye dil hi jaane kab samajhi hai ve baate duniyaa ne To phir mashahura hai jo hamako manzura hai vo Jab se mili hai aakhen hosha hai dono hi ke gum Kaisaa ye ikaraar hai allaah allaah Dekho to ye lagataa hai ke aasaan hai mazil Socho to dil kahataa hai ki aayegi mushkil Dekhanaa sochanaa kaisaa jo dil hi de daalaa Logo ne to hai pahan li prem ki ye maalaa dil ki Sun le zamin sun le aasamaan dono ke pyaar ki ye daastaan Dono me hai kaisi divaanagi dono divaane chale hai kahaan Man me umanga lekar tan me taranga lekar Chhod chale dono duniyaa ki galiyaan

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Hindustani Classical Music Raga Music and Ayurveda

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By Anita Kulkarni Raga music has a concept of time, tone and various note patterns that assigns the raga to a time theory. Each note has certain sound, emotion and vibration. Every Raga has certain mood that has an effect on various chakras in our body. Science has confirmed that Indian classical music, an organized form of sound, can directly affect mood, brain waves, and body chemistry. When ragas are played at the correct time and occasion, they have a harmonizing effect on the listener and the surroundings. The ancient Vedic method of sound therapy, where Vedic mantras are recited for specific regions of the body, is used to promote healing. In the same way the ragas of Indian classical music can also be used for certain illnesses and problems. This knowledge already existed in texts such as the Sangita Ratnakar and has been recently rediscovered and practically researched more and more.

Ayurveda is a 5,000-year-old system of natural healing rooted in the ancient Vedic culture of India. It literally means “the science of life” (Ayur- life, Veda- science or knowledge). The main objective of Ayurveda is to restore the balance, the inner centre, which it calls Svasthya (established in the Self). Vibrations play an important role in Hindustani classical music and Ayurveda. Thus in the Ayurvedic medicine the whole plant is always used and not just a filtered out active substance. The vibrations of the plant should restore the natural equilibrium in the body without overloading it.

Raga theory is an important medicine in Ayurveda. Raga Madhuvanti has been chosen to balance increased Vaat and can even prevent it at first stage. It is traditionally heard in the late afternoon. People with a large amount of Pitta are animated, occasionally hot tempered, have a sharp intellect and attach importance to aesthetics. If a piece of music is to reduce increased Pitta then it has to go beyond just having a soothing, cooling effect and appeal to these strong qualities, otherwise it will not be listened to. The sitar is an excellent choice for such music because of its characteristic nasal, overtone rich sounds and great variation in the playing possibilities. Raga Ahir Bhairav and Charukeshi are the main ragas which help to cure Pitta dosh. The morning raga Bairagi, has been chosen to balance increased Kapha. You need to listen some of these Ragas like Hindol, Shree, Darbari, Bhairavi, Bageshree, Asawari, Jounpuri, Kedar, Malkans, Malhar, Marawa, Puriya, Shyam kalyaan, Ramkali on instrument or vocal to find their effects in today’s busy lifestyles.

Dear readers, as we have seen previously, until the 12th century A.D., only one form of music prevailed all through India.

Around this time, the Islamic presence was beginning to be felt in North India. The musical practice there came under the influence of Persian and Arabic cultures and came to be known as Hindustani music. In south India, the original music was preserved and handed down through the ages and is known as Carnatic music.

With these two streams of music having had a common origin, it is interesting to look at the influence of Hindustani music on its Carnatic counterpart. The Carnatic composer Sri Muthuswamy Dikshitar was exposed to Hindustani music during his travels in North India. That he was greatly influenced by Hindustani music is evident in a numSri Muthuswamy Dikshitar ber of his compositions, both in terms of the ragas as well as the style of the composition. Dikshitar showed his creativity and his ability to incorporate the best aspects of both systems of music in ragas like Dwijavanthi, Hamir Kalyani and Yaman Kalyani among others. Apart from Dikshitar’s compositions, we also have a number of compositions in ragas derived from Hindustani music. Popular compositions include Krishna Nee Begane Baaro (Yaman Kalyani), Rama Namame (Desh) as well as numerous compositions in raga Sindhu Bhairavi.

Folk music is another form of music that is believed to have influenced the structure of Carnatic music. Even though folk music is more a spontaneous presentation as compared to Carnatic music which has strict definitions, ragas like Punnagavarali, Anita Kulkarni Anandabhairavi and Yadukulakambhoji are among those that can Email:info@anitakulkarni.com be correlated to folk tunes.

In last month’s column, we had also looked at the influence of the British Raj on Carnatic music both in terms of development of new ragas like Kadanakutuhlam and the incorporation of western instruments such as violin, saxophone, etc. into Carnatic music.

It is obvious from all these influences that Carnatic music, despite it’s strict adherence to tradition, is not immune to changes in the surroundings; rather it has the ability to incorporate the best of these influences and evolve as a traditional art form.

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Loss of a great Guru - Dr. Nataraja Ramakrishna On June 7, 2011, my brother emailed me from India and shared the news that Padmashri Dr. Nataraja Ramakrishna has passed away. He was 88 years old. I was very saddened by this news. I remember, when I was little, Dr. Nataraja Ramakrishna used to come to my house. When I went back to India and performed, he was invited as the guest speaker. I was amazed at his memory as he remembered me as the 6-year-old dancer and all other details.

Born into a noble family of Andhras in Bali in 1923, he left his family and property for the love of art since his father did not approve of it. Spending his boyhood in Ramakrishna Math at Madras and Mahatma Dr. Maha Gingrich with Dr. Nataraja Ramkrishna Gandhi’s ashram, he reached out to great gurus like Meenakshi Sundaram Pillai, Vedantam Laxminarayana Sastry, Smt. Naidupeta Rajamma and Pendyala Satyabhama under whom he learned various forms of art.

Nataraja was not his name. He was awarded this title for his work in the field of classical dances. This noted Kuchipudi and Andhra Natyam exponent is known for his outstanding contribution to Kuchipudi dance style and Andhra Natyam in particular. He was a dancer, guru, musicologist and a research scholar. He wrote over 40 books on these dance styles.

I remember watching him teach Perini Shivatandavam, a powerful militant male dance tradition of the 10th century AD. He revived Andhra Natyam, one of the most ancient classical dance forms of South India. One of my Gurus, Smt. Sumathy Kaushal was also his disciple and learned Kuchipudi under his guidance.

It amazes me to see the life time of devotion these great gurus had for these unblemished dance forms. Their quest to research, teach and propogate these dances have not seized with age. They grew up with these blessed dance forms and passed away teaching them. What a gift to give to the students and establish the guru shishya parampara, the beautiful bond between the teacher and the student. He dedicated his life to dance and remained single. People always said “For him, dance is his life partner; disciples are his children; while his inheritance is his knowledge of art of dance.”

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The Surya Mandir at Modhera is dedicated to the Hindu Sun-God, Surya. It was built in 1026 AD by King Rushabh Bhimdev I of the Solanki Dynasty. The Modhera sun temple is located 102 km from Ahmadabad. According to the Skanda Purana and Brahma Purana, the areas near Modhera were known during ancient days as Dharmaranya (literally meaning the forest of righteousness). According to these Puranas, Lord Rama, after defeating Ravana, asked sage Vasistha to show him a place of pilgrimage where he could go and purify himself from the sin of Brahma-hatya (the sin of killing a Brahmin, because Ravana was a Brahmin by birth). Sage Vasistha showed him Dharmaranya, which was near the modern town of Modhera.

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There he settled at village Modherak and performed a yagna.

Thereafter he established a village and named it Sitapur. This village subsequently came to be known as Modhera. Solankis were considered to be Suryavanshis, or descendants of Sun god. The temple comprises three separate but axially-aligned and integrated elements. Surya Kund, which is an intricately carved, stepped tank named after Sun god Surya. Sabha Mandap, a hall used for religious gatherings and conferences.

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In the past, husbands and especially wives were expected to put up with undesirable behavior and “adjust” for the sake of the family.

“It was considered a virtue to be able to adjust and forgo and give up individual desires, wants, needs and instead to be able to cater to the requirements of the other,” said sociologist G. K. Karanth with the Institute for Social and Economic Change.

Couples did not divorce even in troubling or abusive situations because the act would bring shame to the person, his or her family and their entire lineage.

Pratibha Gheewalla used to work as a marriage counselor at Mumbai’s Family Court and said she almost never saw elderly couples divorce in the 1970s and 1980s.

Couples feared a divorce would bring stigma to their family and ruin the marriage prospects for their daughters, she said.

A prospective son-in-law’s family would not want to take in the daughter of a broken home.

Urban society no longer views divorce as humiliating and shameful, and people are therefore more willing to let it happen, Karanth said.

This has led to couples whose marriages fell apart decades ago now ending their union.

“These are the people who had a need to divorce 20 years ago but then societal pressures were such that maybe they held it back,” he said. “Now they see everyone else going ahead with it, and they say, ‘What the hell, why don’t I go for it.’ ” Karanth said children also no longer exert pressure on their parents to stay together as they may have grown up and moved away, no longer living in a joint family.

Older couples even look at the young living their lives as they choose and “want to capture that youth,” divorce lawyer Srikumar Boodgur told the Indian Express.

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The change in social attitudes can be attributed to the influence of outside ideas and cultures as well as the role of the media, Gheewalla said.

Television series include the topic of divorce, and newspapers and magazines cover the separations and divorces of celebrities.

A recent edition of Times of India included a pullout called “Divorce after a decade!” It explored the love difficulties of foreign celebrities like Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver as well as Indian ones like divorced Bollywood actors Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh.

Another factor many attribute to the higher divorce rate is the change in status and education level of India’s women. As more women work and gain financial and social independence, they have the ability and mindset to end broken marriages, said marriage counselor Madhavi Desai as she sat in her office at the Family Court. Laminated posters decorate her wall with lists like, “Rules for a happy marriage.”

Desai said the changes in women’s expectations and attitudes have led to a disparity with those of men, whose views on what makes a good wife remain much the same.

Compared to the west, divorce in India is still rare. Experts say 11 in every 1,000 marriages in India end in divorce, whereas the rate in the United States is about 400 in every 1,000.

And among the elderly, the number of divorces may be increasing but the phenomenon is just beginning. Given how rare divorce has been among the elderly, statistics from Mumbai’s Family Court group everyone “above 40” in one age bracket.

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pecially towards the end when everything is tied up in one neat little package.

Despite my issues with “The Sweetness of Tears,” Nafisa Haji is an author I’m going to keep my eye on. She has a lot to say about political, social, and cultural Pakistani-American relations. This book definitely had some rough spots, but I’m confident that Haji will smooth them out in future novels, as she is a talented writer.

The Sweetness of Tears Author: Nafisa Haji (William Morrow Paperbacks) Jo March was raised an evangelical Christian by her loving parents and has never questioned her place in their world.

But after taking a high school biology course, Jo realizes something shocking: her eyes, and those of her twin brother, are brown, yet both her parents’ eyes are blue. According to Mendel and genetics, two blue-eyed parents cannot produce offspring with brown eyes. Before she leaves for college, Jo works up the nerve to ask her mother about her parentage, and her mother confesses that her biological father was a Pakistani man named Sadiq. Jo begins to delve into her past, first by trying to find Sadiq, but her search for identity gets swept away in the tragic events of 9/11.

Nafisa Haji approaches 9/11 and the Pakistani and Muslim identity from a very unique perspective in “The Sweetness of Tears:” that of an evangelical Christian family. While Jo isn’t a fundamentalist about her faith, she does ascribe to what her parents have taught her. As a result, it’s a world-shaking shock when she discovers that the man she has called her father all her life isn’t biologically related to her. At the same time, though, it makes her curious about her Pakistani heritage and desirous of exploring it further.

Jo is a bright, capable young woman who appeals to the reader from the very beginning of the story. Her confusion, and subsequent determination, is both understanding and inspiring. Because she is the first (and arguably primary) narrator in the novel, she has the reader’s sympathy from beginning to end.

The overall message of “The Sweetness of Tears” is one of peace and compassion. Haji takes all these people, from so many different backgrounds, and brings them together in a beautiful way. Though there are so many ways for the characters in this book to be divided, to turn against one another, they choose to celebrate the things that make them similar, that make them family. It’s a heartwarming theme that readers will appreciate, especially in these divisive times.

At the same time, Haji highlights difficult cultural, social, and political issues within her book. The treatment of prisoners by the United States during the War on Terror is a central topic of the book, as are women’s rights in the Muslim world. Haji deftly turns portions of this novel into a social commentary without becoming overly preachy, and as a result, it’s a wonderful chance to learn and broaden your horizons.

Haji accomplishes this by telling the story from multiple points of view, and here she isn’t quite as successful as the reader would hope. The stories become jumbled and muddled, and it’s easy to forget who the narrator is. The characters don’t have distinctive enough voices to be able to tell them apart just by tone or dialogue, and as a result, it can be frustrating at times. Additionally, the reader doesn’t have a real emotional connection to the characters, so the story can feel contrived, esSaathee.com

The Immortals Author: Amit Chaudhuri (Vintage) Shyamji is a singer in 1980s Bombay who makes a living off the wealthy students to whom he gives voice lessons.

The story centers on one of his pupils, Mallika, who has a beautiful voice, and her son, Nirmalaya, who forms a unique bond with Shyamji.

“The Immortals” is an interesting look at classical music in 1980s India. Specifically, classical music is the framework through which Chaudhuri discusses the change in culture in India during the time period. Where classical music was once revered, during the story, the reader can see how pop music is encroaching on its status, to the point where people don’t necessarily want to learn classical music anymore. Western culture is infecting Bombay, and the wealthy residents of the city welcome it with open arms. The entire book is a commentary on cultural change, whether through art, music, or philosophy.

Chaudhuri’s writing is breathtaking and readers are really in for a treat if they love gorgeous prose. His descriptions are incredibly vivid; the reader can visualize India when they close their eyes. I was very impressed with how truly Chaudhuri depicted Bombay of the 1980s, and how much he managed to convey through just his writing. His attention to detail is masterful, and as a result, this is a good pick for those interested in learning more about India in a time when its culture was transforming.

Though “The Immortals” centers and Shyamji and Mallika’s family, there are a lot of secondary characters that make appearances throughout the novel. As a result, the story can be really difficult to follow at times, and it takes some perseverance to fully grasp what is happening. Additionally, Chaudhuri uses Indian terms and colloquialisms without fully defining them.

Though I was able to follow because I am familiar with the language and culture, it might be frustrating for someone new to books about India. As a result, while I do recommend this book for those who love novels about India, I wouldn’t start my literary travels through India with “The Immortals.”

Chaudhuri is a talented author, and I look forward to going back and reading his previous books. I did have some issues with “The Immortals,” but I was impressed by the author’s writing talent, and would love to see what else he’s done. This was an interesting look at the changing of a culture through the prism of classical music.

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Qadri’s lines really stand out — “Jab jab tere paas main aaya ek sukoon milaa. Jisse main thaa bhooltaa aayaa woh maujood milaa. Jab aaye mausam gham ke tujhe yaad kiyaa…Dil sambhal jaa zaraa, phir mohabbat karne chalaa hai tu.”

“Tujhko Bhulaana” is a mediocre composition by Sangeet Haldipur and Siddharth Haldipur. Although they try to appeal to the younger generation, they try too hard to create an energetic composition, and end up going a bit overboard so that the composition ultimately sounds quite jarring. Sangeet Haldipur and Roshni Baptist’s vocals are average because they are not given a strong composition to shine in and demonstrate much vocal talent.

While four composers are roped in for Murder 2’s soundtrack, unfortunately with the exception of Mithoon Sharma and Harshit Saxena’s compositions, the rest of the compositions are strictly average, time-pass material. Let’s hope the soundtrack isn’t a reflection of the film’s quality!

By Amanda Sodhi Murder 2 Original Soundtrack After the success of Murder, Vishesh Films is back with the steamy sequel Murder 2, directed by Mohit Suri. Now, since Murder boasted a killer soundtrack, the expectations from Murder 2’s soundtrack are high, but as the wise ones say, high expectations lead to disappointment. Let’s dive right into the eight compositions composed and sung by Harshit Saxena.

The track “Hale Dil” has a Pritamesque quality to it and has been used heavily in the film’s promos. Although the lyrics by Sayeed Quadri are very simple and breezy - “nazaara ho tera hi nazaara ab har din hai lagtaa,” – which are unlike his usual poetic self. The use of the accordion, however, is quite innovative, and the melody is youthful, energetic and pleasant, compensating for what lacks in the lyrics department.

The “Acoustic Version” of “Hale Dil” is much, much more enjoyable than the original, and the guitar riffs are very catchy.

Even Harshit’s vocals are clearer and more consistent in this particular rendition.

Composed by Sangeet Haldipur and Siddharth Haldipur, “Aa Zara” is a seductive composition sung by Sunidhi Chauhan. Although her vocals suit this composition perfectly, and the acoustic guitar riffs are nice, the overall composition is ordinary. Kumaar’s lyrics are very simplistic and stale—“yeh raat ruk jaaye, baat tham jaaye, teri baahon mein…Aa zaraa kareeb se jo pal mile naseeb se.” The emphasis and focus is more on the hummable melody, so the composition is passable in that sense.

The “Reloaded” version of the composition by Kiran Kamath has an interesting techno beat to it, giving the song an added groovier dimension, making it easier to maintain listeners’ attention.

Mithoon Sharma (Anwar, Lamha) comes up with the two strongest compositions in Murder 2. “Aye Khuda” is not only composed by Mithoon but also has lyrics by the talented, young composer, and he sings along with Kshitij Tarey and Saim Bhat.

The composition, vocals, and lyrics are soul stirring and meaningful. The balance of rock and classical elements is well-done.

Listen to these really amazing lines by Sharma, touching upon spirituality, falling, realization and redemption — “Kaisi khalaa yeh dil mein basi hain? Ab tho khataayein fitrat hi si hai. Main hi hoon woh jo rehmat se ghiraa, eh khudaa ghir gayaa, ghir gayaa, main jo tujhse door huaa, lut gayaa…”

The remix version by Kiran Kamath stands out as one of the best remixes this year—it’s amazing how he transforms a serious, pathos-filled composition into something more foot-tapping.

Also composed by Mithoon Sharma, “Phir Mohabbat” is a mesmerizing song, and lyricist Sayeed Qadri is back in fullform for the lyrics. Mohd. Irfan, Arjit and Salm Bhat sing this composition very well with pathos. The composition takes its Saathee.com

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in business and social conversation and practicing them in slow motion with an exaggerated /v/: “vvvery,” “evvvery,” “evvvven,” “intervvvview,” “devvvelop” “sevvven,” etc. The purpose of this step is to decrease the “weirdness factor” or the strange feeling of an unfamiliar speech motor pattern. The next step is to use these words in common sentences and phrases: “I’m a software developer.”

Likewise for the /w/ sound, simply round the lips and say “ooo” before the “w” as in “ooowhere,” “ooowhat,” “ooowhen.” It is the unrounded /w/ which creates the impression of a /v/ to the ears of your American listener.

The third common error is the lightly trilled /r/ which sounds to an American like a /d/ so that “red” sounds like “uhded” and “very” sounds like “veddy.” The vocalic or vowel /r/ is also distorted so that “heard” sounds like “hood” and “core” sounds like “caw.”

Correcting this is not a do-it-yourself project! A speech specialist needs to work with you to determine how easy it is for you to produce this sound and whether or not oral motor exercises are necessary to help you produce the correct “rrrrrr” sound before trying to put it into words and sentences.

The key to making changes in these speech and grammar habit patterns is AWARENESS, ACCEPTANCE and ADJUSTMENT. Your “mistakes” can become learning opportunities. Just like learning to play the piano or violin, reducing an accent means acquiring new fine motor sequencing patterns and these patterns need to be imprinted on your motor neurons and your muscles.. Your intellect guides, but learning means changing long standing habit patterns and happens at the level of the muscles and only after a lot of patient, persistent and repetitive practice.

This can be frustrating and humbling when one’s little children are exposed to both your native language in the home and English in preschool and are speaking both languages perfectly without any accent by the age of five!! This is because they were exposed to language at a level of pure, natural “listening” when their brains were the most “plastic” and ready for language learning.

However, we have seen adults demonstrate significant improvement in intelligibility, increased self-confidence and greater ease in dealing with the inevitable “What did you say?” experiences. Perfecting one’s English pronunciation can be a realistic, worthwhile and achievable goal in harnessing the power of American English, if you take it one step at a time.

Mastering Meaning

By Judith L. Bergman M.A. CCC Have you ever had to go through an entire day without speaking? Maybe you contracted a very severe laryngitis or were suffering from vocal cord strain and were following doctor’s orders. For a person with normal hearing, no amount of writing or gesturing can ever take the place of speaking in daily life. But what if your spoken English is fluent but difficult for native speakers to understand?

First, stop blaming yourself! Speech is an acoustic or sound pattern and speech recognition requires acoustic pattern recognition by the listener’s language processing brain centers. Each of us has an “auditory cortex” or language processing brain center that has been fine tuned since early childhood to the unique sound and rhythmic patterns of our native language. You know immediately without any analysis whether or not a speaker of your own language is a native speaker. Their speech will be less and less intelligible the more its acoustic patterns differ from the norm.

This month we will feature a revision of our 2006 Saathee article, “Common Errors in Spoken English Made by Native Speakers of Hindi, Telugu or Marathi.”

All speakers of a second language filter their pronunciation through the speech sound, intonation patterns and muscle movements of their native languages. Thirty-seven of forty of the world’s major languages do not have the American “r” or “th” so the speech mechanism automatically defaults to the closest sound. The speaker doesn’t notice the error and doesn’t even hear the correct sound.

Also, there is what I call a “weirdness factor” or a sense of strangeness in trying to produce speech sounds that just don’t exist in your native language. One client recently told me that in India, if you pronounce the voiceless “th” sound as in “think” in a breathy, relaxed manner (not “tink”) you were be considered to have a speech defect! When you make yourself say a word in English with the sound correctly pronounced, you may feel self-conscious but your American listeners won’t notice because they will have understood your message.

There are three very common American English speech sound errors made by native speakers of Hindi, Telugu, Marathi and other languages of India.

The first American English sound group which is mispronounced by over 90% of speakers of Indian languages includes voiceless “th” as in “thank” and “teeth,” and voiced “th” as in “this” and “breathe.” The error pattern for voiceless “th” is to stop the sound, even if the tongue tip is “peeking” between the front teeth correctly so that that “thank” sounds like “tank” and “teeth” sounds like “teat.” The voiced stop /d/ is the error sound used instead of voiced “th” so that “this” sounds like “dis” which is a dialect pattern that doesn’t make a good impression in business or social conversations.

The second sound error involves using /w/ instead of /v/ and vice versa, /v/ instead of /w/. Hence, “I’m the wice-president of marketing.” “Wery nice to meet you.” All of my clients from India make these errors! The key to correcting them includes first, really hearing, that is, noticing, the correct pronunciation in American speakers and then practicing at the isolated sound level, humming the /v/ sound so that one feels a “buzz” on one’s lower lip and then writing down a list of key words used Saathee.com

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By Chanden Sen

Interactive Learning through Educational Satellites Around 1992, when I was in India, Doordarshan TV had interesting educational programs on one channel. Experts in various areas like agriculture, economics, physics, etc. spoke knowledgeably on their subject matters. One could learn valuable things by just watching these programs, which came on the air around 2 pm in the afternoons.

Space communications is now being used very effectively for distance education applications in India. In January 2000, an exclusive 24-hour educational TV, Gyandarshan, was implemented by Doordarshan. Three years later on Republic Day, 26 January 2003, the Gyandarshan III, or Ekalavya channel, dedicated to technical education, was started.

Six digital channels are earmarked for specific areas of education/developmental programs—-technical education, agriculture, vocational training, secondary education, and distance education. Professor U.R. Rao, former Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organization, writes that curriculum-based programs are produced with the active involvement of state educational administrators and teachers.

Satellite-based enrichment programs for school children are produced by several State Institutes of Educational Technology (SIET). With the mushrooming growth of educational institutions in the country, and acute shortage of qualified teachers, the demand for the use of the latest technology to support the process of education has been steadily growing.

ISRO launched the Edusat satellite to support this challenge.

The expansion of Edusat is planned in a phased manner. At present, a total of 38 networks connecting 7600 classrooms, some with interactive terminals and others with receive-only terminals, are under implementation.

It bears mention that interactive learning, in my view, is by far the best method of learning. I remember, in my early college days that I wished to learn to use the slide rule, an indispensable tool used by engineers and now made obsolete by the ubiquitous electronic calculator.

I found an interactive book on slide rules in the Kolkata USIS, or United States Information Services, library. The book started off as a page of instruction, with one question at the bottom, and multiple answer choices leading to different pages.

If you chose the correct answer you landed on a page which had the next lesson, but if you chose one of the wrong answers, you landed on a page which had further explanations to clarify the point not understood. This page, too, had a multiple choice question at the end. So the learning process required the very active involvement of the learner. At the end of the book, having maneuvered through numerous page turnings, I found that I’d learned the slide rule quite well!

One must not forget that, according to Bloom’s Taxonomy of Knowledge, and subsequent embellishments to it provided by new research, knowing a subject thoroughly means not only knowledge and understanding per se, but also analysis, synthesis, applications, and critiquing.

Add to this the further educational concepts learned through the analysis of how the brain learns, through making new synaptic connections via dendrites, etc.

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Also, why forget that repetition is a key to learning, and that different learners have different preferred methods of learning—-be it aural, visual or kinesthetic.

The reason I’m urging that these fundamental concepts be kept in mind is that in a face-to-face classroom setting, a good teacher uses all these techniques to foster learning and transfer it from him or herself to the students.

Can distance education through satellites achieve all this? It remains to be seen. The Edusat pilot project, conducted before the launch of Edusat using INSAT-3B, covered University in three states, Karnataka, Mahashtra, and Madhya Pradesh.

In the current semi-operational phase of the Edusat program, Karnataka Primary Education Project under Sarva Shiksa Abhiyan covering 885 primary schools was made operational using the southern regional beam of Edusat. Similar networks have been set up in 850 schools in the Hindi-speaking states of Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Chattigarh, in 885 schools of Gulbarga in Karnataka, and in 400 schools in Mallapuram, Kerala.

One hopes that interactive terminals to foster two=way communications become the norm over receive only terminals, because only in this way can learning be served, and true student-teacher dialogue and communication established.

Teaching the Digital Generation According to expert Marge Scherer, effectively teaching the digital generation seems to involve two basics: embracing the tools that kids are immersed in and using these tools to engage students in core curriculum topics. The digital generation referred to starts from 1980 to the present day, although it can be further split into generation Y and the Millenials. Prior to that, of course, was generation X and the Baby Boomers.

These “screenagers” live in a high-tech world filled with smartphones, iPods and the like. According to one study, the average number of text messages sent per month by a typical teen is 3,339. The average time spent looking at media content on a screen is seven hours per day, and the percentage of teens who say that their school places restrictions on their mobile phone use is 93.

At the ASCD Outstanding Young Educator Award ceremony recently, one candidate made the point that education has to change. He said, “We can’t pull kids into learning in school if they are engaged in a different world outside school.” Another educator said that if you don’t know how to use technology in class, you’re in trouble. But, of course, technology is a double edged sword. You can use it poorly, or you can use it well.

As far as students are concerned, the prevailing notion is that the most important thing for teachers is to be comfortable with what they are using. It doesn’t have to be super high-tech. Another student said, “Teachers shouldn’t be afraid of technology.

Understand that it’s how we live our lives.”

Will Richardson has written a book, and indeed prepared a complete kit, entitled, “Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts and other Powerful Tools for Classrooms.” He makes the point that students should be able to find themselves online, associating their full names with their best work for a global audience to see. Howcontinued on page 118

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• Compare sodium in foods like soups, frozen meals, pickles, and papad. Choose the foods with lower number. New guidelines are to limit sodium intake to 1500 mg daily, most of the sodium you can get from foods you eat without adding extra salt. Add spices and herbs to season your foods without adding salt.

By Anjana Agarwal Goodbye food pyramid, welcome My Plate After nearly two decades, it’s time to say goodbye to the old and familiar Food Pyramid. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled a new symbol – My Plate – replacing the widely recognized pyramid that’s been advising American consumers on healthy eating since 1992.

On June 2, 2011, First Lady Michelle Obama, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Surgeon General Regina Benjamin unveiled the new icon:

• Be physically active. Most people need 45-60 minutes of walking exercise most of the days.

We can do a lot to help our children develop healthy eating habits to last a lifetime by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks. For example, don’t just tell your children to eat their vegetables, show them that you eat them and enjoy eating them daily.

MY PLATE = provides guidance to assist consumers in choosing healthy foods at each meal using a picture of a plate divided into food servings. The focus is on vegetables and fruits, with whole grains, lean protein and dairy on the side. Mrs. Obama said in the press conference, “When it comes to eating, what’s simpler than a plate? This is a quick simple reminder for all of us to be more mindful of the foods that we’re eating.”

The Pyramid won’t be officially retired, but for the first time it will be targeted only for nutrition educators. The Food Pyramid is too complicated and too many messages for an average consumer.

The latest dietary guidelines, released earlier this year (refer to the old issue of Saathee Magazine) reflect the nation’s growing obesity epidemic. The MY PLATE graphic is based on new dietary guidelines.

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tralian Dollar. Additionally, I can profess that from my personal global travel experiences over the years that the decline in the dollar’s value against other currencies has been astounding and with the two rounds of QE [Qualitative Easing] by the Fed in which it purchased over $2 trillion of U.S. Government Securities, a tremendous amount of money was pumped into the system. The QE indeed pressured the Dollar’s value and the dramatic increase in the money supply due to the QE has stoked inflation concerns as well. There are some ramblings of QE3 floating around, however, it is highly unlikely because the effectiveness of QE2 (second round) was highly questionable and with interest rates virtually as low as they can go, the additional options available seem to be scarce. The Federal Reserve has had its first three meetings of 2011 on January 25-26, March 15 and April 26-27. Interest rates were held unchanged at all of those events and the remaining meetings for CY2011 are as follows: August 9, September 20, November 1-2 and December 13.

By Rajesh Ganatra During mid-June 2011, the Sensex surrendered the 18,000 level and fell into the 17,800s - the overall inflation readings (especially for energy and food) continued to be extremely high and as a result, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) enacted a string of interest rate increases from 2010-2011 to try to counter the inflation and the fear is that more rate hikes may be in the cards if inflation does not come under control. Shortly, the BSE plans to phase in 135 additional stocks in its equity derivatives segment; there are currently 84 stocks in this segments - the derivatives will have laddered expiration dates beginning with August 2011.

The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) fell to 6.3 percent in April 2011 compared to a reading of 13.6 percent in April 2010 - the decline has been primary due to poor performance of the manufacturing and mining sectors. It is expected that Indian banks’ asset quality will improve during FY2011/12, however, their margins will be under pressure - overall extension of credit is expected to increase by 20 percent in the next fiscal year.

During the early part of June 2011, the Karachi KSE-100 formed a firm base above 12,000 and reached the 12,300 level.

The Pakistani Rupee was in a steady trading band against the U.S. Dollar, moving between 84.90-85.50 PKR to the $. During early June 2011, there were a lot of adjustments to sales taxes and excise taxes and the “special excise duty” on nearly 400 items considered to be luxury goods will be lifted on 7/1/2011 which is the day the 2011/2012 financial year starts and this was expected to cost the Government’s coffers nearly PKR 35 billion. President Asif Ali Zardari issued comments that the key to Pakistan’s economy expanding was to adhere to international standards and thereby gain access to additional markets and also procure trading opportunities/channels with other countries.

In addition, Muhammad Saeed Shafiq, who is the President of the Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI), has stated that possibilities of joint ventures are available for Pakistan and Hong Kong in fisheries, ports and shipping, container terminal operations and trading in cotton, yarn and textile sectors.

Due to the concerns about the strength and durability of the economic recovery, Wall Street slipped during early June 2011 - the Dow clung to the 12,000 level, the NASDAQ slipped into the 2,600s and the S&P 500 fell below 1,300. The economy added only 54,000 jobs during the month of May 2011 and the housing market continued to be extremely soft. During midJune 2011, Crude Oil was trading around $93 per barrel and Brent Crude was trading at $113 per barrel. On 6/6/2011, Apple (NASDAQ-AAPL) announced upgrades to its operating system for iMac, iPad, iPhone, etc. and also unveiled iCloud that will debut in the autumn of 2011 - iCloud will compete with the cloud system already available from Amazon.com (NASDAQ-AMZN) and the Android OS, which is the brainchild of Google (NASDAQ-GOOG).

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“Through our sustained outreach, enforcement and education efforts, and our close collaboration with our federal, state, and local partners, we will provide the communities we serve with the help needed to combat this pernicious problem.”

This initiative is set upon three pillars—enforcement, education and continued collaboration—designed to stop UPIL scams and prosecute those who are responsible; educate immigrants about these scams and how to avoid them; and inform immigrants about the legal immigration process and where to find legitimate legal advice and representation.

“This coordinated initiative targets those who prey on immigrant communities by making promises they do not keep and charging for services they are not qualified to provide,” said Tony West, Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Division of the Department of Justice. “We are attacking this problem both through aggressive civil and criminal enforcement and by connecting qualified lawyers with victims who are trying to navigate a complicated immigration system.”

The Department of Justice, through United States Attorneys’ Offices and the Civil Division’s Office of Consumer Protection Litigation, is investigating and prosecuting dozens of cases against so-called “notarios.” In the last year, DOJ has worked with investigators at the FBI, ICE, and USCIS, and with state and local partners, to secure convictions—with sentences up to eight years in prison and forfeiture and restitution of over $1.8 million. This is in addition to the many actions at the state and local levels that have been filed against individuals and businesses engaged in immigration services scams.

ICE has also long been pursuing immigration services fraud cases in part through its 18 Document and Benefit Fraud Task Force offices across the country. In a recent case in West Palm Beach, Fla., ICE Homeland Security Investigations agents arrested an individual on May 26 who had posed as an attorney and processed more than 3,000 fraudulent immigration applications.

“Notarios and other illegal immigration service providers take advantage of unsuspecting immigrants trying to navigate the immigration system,” said ICE Director John Morton. “ICE will continue to work with our federal, state and local partners to combat notario fraud and protect the integrity of the legal immigration system.”

Meanwhile, FTC has made it easier for consumers to alert law enforcement about these scams by creating a new Immigration Services code in the Consumer Sentinel Network, its online consumer complaint database. “This is a central location for consumers to report complaints and for our law enforcement partners to find and share information about scams,” said FTC Commissioner Edith Ramírez.

Sentinel, as the network is called, is a secure online database that holds more than 6 million consumer fraud complaints.

Shared with more than 2,000 law enforcement entities including ICE, DOJ and now USCIS, it has become the primary repository for complaints involving allegations of immigration services scams. Sentinel will serve as an investigative tool for USCIS Fraud Detection and National Security officers, and will bolster communication between organizations on immigration services scam-related cases.

The initiative’s education component will focus on empowering immigrant communities to avoid unscrupulous individuals and businesses engaged in UPIL. USCIS’s efforts will be primarily aimed at providing immigrants with the information

USCIS Launches Citizenship Public Education and Awareness Initiative U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Director Alejandro Mayorkas announced in June the launch of a federal initiative to raise awareness about the rights, responsibilities and importance of U.S. citizenship. The Citizenship Public Education and Awareness Initiative will provide new opportunities for immigrants to learn about USCIS’s free citizenship education resources available to eligible lawful permanent residents (LPRs) and immigrant-serving organizations.

“Citizenship is the common thread that connects us all as Americans. This initiative emphasizes the importance of citizenship—not only to immigrants and their families but also to our nation as a whole,” said Director Mayorkas. “This effort marks a new milestone in USCIS’s outreach to lawful permanent residents.”

Approximately 7.9 million of the estimated 12.5 million LPRs living in the United States are eligible to apply for naturalization, according to the most recent Department of Homeland Security analysis.

USCIS will employ digital media, a video public service announcement, and print and radio messages in a variety of languages. The initiative will direct individuals to citizenship preparation materials and other training and educational resources available on the USCIS Citizenship Resource Center at www.uscis.gov/citizenship. Messages will run through Sept.

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Since the early 1900s, the federal government has promoted an awareness of citizenship and prepared immigrants for successful citizenship. This current initiative builds upon those historic efforts and supports the mission of the USCIS Office of Citizenship, which was created by the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to promote instruction and training on citizenship rights and responsibilities. Since July 2009, USCIS has reached more than 32,000 LPRs and potential citizenship applicants at approximately 560 naturalization information sessions through partnerships between USCIS field offices, local community groups and immigrant-serving organizations.

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By Gail Z. Martin Sing it till You’re Nuts No doubt about it, small business has had a rough ride over the last couple of years. Between the credit constriction and the lack of consumer confidence, the dip in personal disposable income and the belt-tightening of most Americans, small businesses have worked harder than ever to prosper. Not only that, but as large corporations hoard their near-record profits, the hard work of getting the country back to work appears to have been delegated to small businesses. Hey, we’re miracle workers, right? Maybe so. According to the Small Business Authority (SBA), U.S. small businesses: - Employ more than half of the U.S. private-sector payroll - Generated 64% of new jobs since 2006 - Pay 44% of the private-sector payroll - Employ 40% of technology workers Many small businesses are the fruit of reinvention. According to Challenger, Gray & Christmas, an outplacement firm, nearly 10 percent of those who found jobs since 2008 did so by starting their own businesses. Most small business owners I know had a prior life in Corporate America. Whether they were laid off, retired early, or lost enthusiasm for the corporate grind, they reinvented themselves as a small business owner.

Another form of reinvention comes through America’s immigrants, who left everything behind to start over and get a shot at the American Dream. We’re a unique place, where even the Native Americans at one time, long ago, emigrated from somewhere else. Many immigrants over the years came looking for jobs, and a significant percentage parlayed those jobs eventually into companies of their own, family businesses that became pillars of the community.

In fact, according to an SBA study, immigrants are 30 percent more likely to start a company than non-immigrants. Those new to the U.S. own nearly 17 percent of all new U.S. businesses, and generate $67 billion in income. Of course, that income provides jobs and promotes spending in the community.

In an era when large companies are increasingly either globally based or far-removed from the communities in which their outlets reside, small businesses are an essential part of the community fabric. We employ local people, give to local charities, support local schools and youth activities, and lend a hand, serving on everything from non-profit boards to school boards to City Council. Most of us care deeply about our communities and have a strong sense of connection, something often missing with the mega-conglomerates.

The small business owners I coach on marketing take this trend even further. For many companies, marketing has a very strong sense of place and community. Many products are rooted in local or fresh ingredients or which convey a strong sense of geographic location. Services provided in person are intrinsically local. Companies in the recreation and hospitality industries are also intertwined inseparably with their communities. One of the most frequent questions I get is how an intentionally local company can best use social media to reach their neighbors on a strongly personal basis.

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Which brings me to the “sing” part.

Every time you promote your business, you sing about the value you offer to those who most need the product or service you offer. When you network and introduce yourself, you sing out about the talents you bring to solve problems for other people. Work itself, when you enjoy what you’re doing and feel called to give your best, can be a form of song. We’ve all heard about “whistle while you work,” but when you’re really excited about what you do, there’s truly a song in your heart.

Can other people hear you sing?

Small businesses, (of which 52 percent are home-based according to the SBA), are run by creative, talented and driven people with a vision for success. We’re hard working. We’re generally well-educated, whether formally or self-taught. We care about our families and communities. And….we’re tired.

I see worry and concern on the faces of many of the small business owners I meet. Even those who are most upbeat look exhausted from trying to stay afloat, expand, create new products and manage the budget. That exhaustion makes it hard to remember to sing. Yet now is when we need your song the most.

Research shows that companies that cut back on advertising and marketing during a downturn (singing your song for the world), do less well at the end of a recession than those firms that maintained high marketing visibility throughout the recession. Markets do bounce back (in fact, the Dow is once again near pre-recession heights). Remember that downturns eventually tick upwards.

No matter how tired you are, keep singing. Keep singing when it seems like no one is listening. Keep singing when everyone thinks you’re nuts. Sing louder when people predict doom and gloom, or when naysayers tell you something can’t be done.

Sing to sustain yourself, and you’ll sustain those around you, too. If the best you can do is whistle in the dark, that in itself is a feat of monumental human defiance against the odds. It’s our best quality as a species. Sing about your products and services, about the benefits you bring to the consumer, about the results that you produce for your customers. Sing about how you change the lives of the people who use your products. Sing about the value in the talent and expertise you offer. Sing—even when you’re tired.

I’ve adopted an unlikely anthem for the summer of 2011.

“Sing” by My Chemical Romance might not be what you’d expect a business owner to hum, but every time it comes on, I crank the volume. Why? It’s a song that reminds me that no matter what challenges I face, an attitude of cheerful defiance goes a long way toward accomplishing my dreams. You can find the lyrics here: http://www.lyricsmode.com/lyrics/m/my_chemical_romance/sing.html if you’re not familiar with the song.

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It is imperative to create annual business plans in order to be successful in any business. It is also equally important to collect continuous feedback on how well the plan is working. As a business owner, you need to know what is working and what isn’t, allowing you to make smart business decisions to keep your business on track for success.

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mulated clear goals and have a detail plan as part of your annual budget, you can track the success or failure by comparing the actual performance of the business against the budget. The difference between the two is the “Variance.” Officials in charge of government agencies and Executives running large corporations dread negative variances during their mid-year reviews.

Negative variance suggests that you are not meeting your plan and are likely to miss the stated goals.

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It’s like navigating a ship. You are off-course most of the time; but having a clear goal and comparing your actual position against the projected path allows you to take corrective action and helps you reach the destination.

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In the example before, let’s say your goal was to increase income by 30 percent. This may require additional budget for advertising. Also this may require a higher salary expense for the year, as you increase staff. You will have to think through the timing of the additional sales. In which months the revenue will start increasing, etc. It may turn out that in the process of increasing revenue, your profitability may suffer during that year.

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Hello cricket fans. The action around the world continues. Here are some match-ups coming up. Below there’s another table of historical stats.

India visits West Indies: *** India won the five ODI series 3-2 *** June 20-24, 2011 — 1st Test @ Sabina Park, Jamaica June 28-July 2, 2011 — 2nd Test @ Kensington Oval, Barbados July 6-10, 2011 — 3rd Test @ Windsor Park, Dominica Sri Lanka visits England: May 26-30, 2011 — 1st Test @ Cardiff Result: England won by an Innings and 14 runs 1st Inn - SL 400/all out, 118.4 overs 1st Inn - ENG 496/5 [d], 155.0 overs 2nd Inn - SL 82/all out, 24.4 overs

Team Opposition Ground South Africa v Bangladesh Chittagong Australia v Pakistan Peshawar New Zealand v England Christchurch Sri Lanka v Bangladesh Kandy West Indies v Sri Lanka Galle England v India The Oval England v Australia Sydney West Indies v England Lord’s Australia v England Nottingham England v Australia Lord’s West Indies v England Georgetown Australia v South Africa Adelaide West Indies v Pakistan Kingston England v New Zealand The Oval Sri Lanka v Bangladesh Colombo Australia v England The Oval Pakistan v England Manchester West Indies v Australia Kingston Australia v South Africa Johannesburg West Indies v India Kolkata Sri Lanka v New Zealand Wellington South Africa v Zimbabwe Harare West Indies v Australia Adelaide Australia v India Adelaide Australia v South Africa Brisbane West Indies v England The Oval England v New Zealand Christchurch South Africa v Bangladesh East London

Match Date 29 Feb 2008 15 Oct 1998 13 Mar 2002 11 Jul 2007 15 Nov 2010 15 Aug 1936 11 Dec 1903 28 Jun 1984 10 Jun 1938 24 Jun 1938 21 Feb 1930 7 Jan 1911 26 Feb 1958 13 Aug 1949 21 Jul 2002 18 Aug 1934 2 Jul 1992 13 Mar 1999 12 Nov 1921 31 Dec 1958 31 Jan 1991 7 Sep 2001 25 Nov 2005 23 Jan 1948 27 Nov 1931 12 Aug 1976 13 Mar 2002 18 Oct 2002

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Here’s a look at the most runs scored in a day in Test action (minimum 200 runs): Player Runs Team OppositionGround Match Date DG Bradman 309 Australia v England Leeds 11 Jul 1930 WR Hammond 295 England v New Zealand Auckland 31 Mar 1933 V Sehwag 284 India v Sri Lanka Mumbai (BS) 2 Dec 2009 DCS Compton 273 England v Pakistan Nottingham 1 Jul 1954 DG Bradman 271 Australia v England Leeds 20 Jul 1934 V Sehwag 257 India v South Africa Chennai 26 Mar 2008 DG Bradman 244 Australia v England The Oval 18 Aug 1934 FMM Worrell 239 West Indies v England Nottingham 20 Jul 1950 HH Gibbs 228 South Africa v Pakistan Cape Town 2 Jan 2003 V Sehwag 228 India v Pakistan Multan 28 Mar 2004 BC Lara 227 West Indies v England St John’s 10 Apr 2004 DG Bradman 223 Australia v West Indies Brisbane 16 Jan 1931 WR Hammond 223 England v New Zealand Christchurch 24 Mar 1933 Saathee.com

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Flood of US Weapons in Afghanistan and Pakistan Fueling Militant Groups, Experts Say Some US weapons meant for US and Afghan troops are ending up in the hands of the Taliban and other militants.

The M-4 rifle typically sells for about $12,000 on the black market when it is fitted with night vision equipment, a silencer and a light, while small pistols fitted with silencers are generally available for between $800 and $900.

Although buying such weapons requires contacts that are not available to most average citizens, other U.S.-made accessories like communication devices, night vision goggles, boots and flak jackets can all be easily bought in the open markets of Quetta and Peshawar, the two major supply routes to southern and northeastern Afghanistan.

Pakistani intelligence sources say that small local Taliban groups buy U.S.-made weapons from local arms dealers at much lesser prices, while the powerful Haqqani Network, based in North Waziristan, buys weapons directly from Afghan arms smugglers.

The high rate of desertion among Afghan forces being trained by the United States to assume security operations as the United States and NATO prepare to draw down troops in the country has been well documented. By the Pentagon’s own numbers, somewhere between 30 and 60 percent of Afghan soldiers desert the army during or after their training.

Some of those soldiers have found that selling the weapons issued to them by the United States is an easy way to make some extra money on their way out.

Rahimullah Yusufzai, a Peshawar-based expert on Afghan affairs, said he believed the problem has reached alarming proportions.

“The desertion rate (in the Afghan National Army) is hovering around 25 to 30 percent, which is alarming. This is a general trend that when they need money, they sell their weapons to either arms smugglers or directly to the Taliban, blaming the loss of the weapon on ambushes,” he said.

In Pakistan’s tribal areas, he said, the weapons are reaching a thriving market.

Yusufzau said the availability of U.S. weapons in Pakistan have increased the capability of Taliban fighters here, where they have in the past typically relied on Chinese and Russianmade arms.

“Many U.S. soldiers have been killed by those weapons, which were actually meant to be used by them against their enemy,” he added.

Pakistani arms dealers who buy and sell U.S. weapons told GlobalPost that not only local Taliban militants, but also antiTaliban militias purchase the weapons from them.

“We buy these weapons through Afghan and Pakistani middle-men,” an arms dealer from the town of Darra Adamkhel in Pakistan’s western frontier, told GlobalPost, asking not to be named. Darra Adamkhel, located 20 miles west of Peshawar, is known as a hub of locally-made and smuggled arms.

The arms dealer said that although business had previously taken a hit as a result of Pakistani military operations in the region, sales have begun to slowly pick up again. The arms dealer said that both the Taliban and the anti-Taliban militias in Darra Adamkhel like to buy U.S. arms because they are more reliable than other models.

“We have to place an order (to middlemen) at least three months ahead of time because the shipments take so long to reach the local markets,” he said.

By Aamir Latif - GlobalPost.com Some of the U.S. weapons bound for U.S. and Afghan troops in Afghanistan are being stolen, landing instead in the hands of those they are meant to be used against, and fueling militant groups in both Pakistan and Afghanistan, Pakistani officials say.

These weapons — which are typically snatched from Afghan troops during raids or sold by them to the Pakistani Taliban after they defect, are easily available in black markets in Pakistan’s tribal regions.

Some weapons, along with other military-issue supplies, are also being seized by Taliban militants in attacks on NATO convoys passing through Pakistan on their way to resuply soldiers in Afghanistan. Although such raids have been taking place for years, the Pakistani Taliban appear to have widened the zone where they are willing to operate, attacking NATO trucks in major cities as well, including in the capital of Islamabad as recently as June 9.

An estimated one-third of the supplies bound for U.S. and NATO troops in Afghanistan travel by land from Pakistan’s port city of Karachi. Pakistani intelligence officials said that, in many cases, the drivers moving the NATO containers are working with the Pakistani Taliban, which torches the containers after seizing the loaded goods.

Major General Ather Abbas, a spokesman for the Pakistan army, told GlobalPost that the U.S. weapons are being used by the Taliban against Pakistani forces in various tribal areas, including Bajaur, Mohmand and Khyber agencies, where militants have mounted a strong resistance to ongoing military operations.

The United States and Pakistan often trade accusations that one or the other is aiding militants. The United States has accused elements of Pakistan’s spy agency and military of supporting and patronizing the Haqqani Network and other militant groups involved in attacks on allied troops across the border. This suspicion was at least partly confirmed last month the arrest of Brigadier Ali Khan, a senior Pakistani army official who is accused of maintaining illicit relations with banned organizations.

Pakistan, meanwhile, says the United States is fueling the same militants by flooding the region with weapons that fall into the wrong hands, as well as with the money the United States has reportedly provided to some militants for safe passage of NATO supply convoys.

“The (Pakistani) Taliban are equipped with sophisticated U.S.-made weapons, which they either procure from deserted Afghan soldiers or snatch from Afghan and U.S. troops in ambushes, and ultimately use against our forces,” Abbas said.

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I long for the closeness to God that I felt in India and in my work as a chaplain. I long for the fusion of surrender and spiritual in a community where it’s okay to have messy boundaries.

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By J. Dana Trent India has an age-old system of monkey versus human. Monkeys perched on market street rooftops, poised to steal eyeglasses as ransom for snacks. Not far behind these thieves are angry shopkeepers, shooing away the rascals for fear their spectacle-wearing customers will neglect their purchases.

India’s other ancient tradition is Hinduism. Touted as one of the world’s oldest religions (circa 2500 BCE), India’s rich Hindu history is foundational to its daily life. Although monkeys are seemingly everywhere in India—God is even more so. Temples, shops, schools, and even cars are adorned with representations of the Divine. Men, women, and children wear outward signs of their inward faith preferences, carry japa (prayer) beads, and offer religious greetings to one another in the street.

Last January, when my husband and I returned back to the US from our two-week honeymoon in Vrindavan, India, I missed God. On most American days, I don’t see God. The divine is not obvious in my workplace, my car, on the street, in the grocery store, or at the mall.

There was a time when God felt more present. During my Clinical Pastoral Education Residency (2006-07), at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, I saw God in most hospital moments. Someone was invariably having their worst day, and as patients and families asked, “Why?” God was ostensibly nowhere and everywhere—all at once. While patients and families felt that God’s comforting presence had been exchanged for disease, trauma, and bad news, the chaplain—focusing on being open and unassuming—was willing to hold their suffering for the moment, hour, or night.

India was not unlike this chaplain experience. In India, you relinquish control. Patience is a must; days are spent praying, waiting, and moving (slowly) through life’s chaos. Temples keep time and rituals mark the hours. Your minutes are not your own—they belong to God for worship, bhakti (devotion), and service. The country’s landscape is imbued with a constant hum of chanting Hindus.

The hospital felt similar. Patients’ time was not their own.

They were at the mercy of their circumstances and caregivers.

Endlessly waiting, they surrendered control and slipped into the institutional rhythm, and prayed.

In India, I struggled with God just as I did as a chaplain.

Questions of suffering, purpose, war, evil, joy, and sadness bruised my time. I abided by schedules not of my own making, walked with suffering people, breathed stale smells, and washed off the despair at the end of the day. I adjusted, let go of control, and accepted India as a place for healing and surrender. It seemed familiar. While white coats save lives in one time-keeping house, saffron robes save souls in another.

I miss India. In my American life, I rush through my day, barely whispering a quick prayer before dinner and bed. I neglect Scripture study. I don’t carry prayer beads to work or to run errands. When I shop, there is no sweet smell of incense or an altar to remind me that God, too, looks over this place. I’m blissfully unaware of the depth of human suffering. I’m grumpy and I lose patience with others. I skip church, snarl at traffic, and indulge in far too many large meals.

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In a world of a billion other people just like you, these are the brief accomplishments which moved you forward. So they get married at twenty-four, like all their peers do. Started a family at twenty-five like all their peers do and moved to the pace of a world where competition is the only way of life.

Everything happens in a blur; go through school, get a degree, get married, and start a family. Then what? Then you live until you die. And while you’re dying, you force you’re children into that culture. Run, keep on moving, because if you slow down, life will come and stab you in the back. If you slow down, then you’ll come in second, and no one remembers the one who came in second. So they learn to run, and while they’re running, life becomes a blur of colors where they forget that sometimes it’s okay to stop and look at the objects that make up that blurry landscape.

Then they moved to a western country. Here there is more competition. Their accomplishments of the past had given them one goal; go to the other side of the world. Then the lists start all over again.

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skilled laborers by 2022 if its current economic growth is to continue, the government has mobilized private industry to solve its own impending crisis. A new corporation has emerged to identify and fund vocational education businesses, much like a development bank.

Economic planners may well have turned India’s biggest headache into its most lucrative business opportunity — estimated at more than $20 billion.

Designed to help create large-scale, for-profit vocational training companies and funded with around $300 million in seed capital, India’s National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has already lured companies like Global Talent Track, TeamLease Services and Manipal Education’s IndiaSkills into the sector. The hook: NSDC offers low interest-rate loans and support in developing certification standards, providing financial aid for students and promoting vocational education.

Among the largest players, Centum Learning, an associate company of telecom billionaire Sunil Mittal’s Bharti Group, has partnered with NSDC to form Centum Workskills India, a joint venture that aims to train 12 million people across 11 states by 2022. Similarly, Everonn Education has teamed up with NSDC to train another 15 million. And Infrastructure Leasing & Financial Services has inked a joint-venture deal with NSDC to build 100 skill development centers over the next five years.

In all, NSDC has so far approved $150 million in funding for 29 ventures that will train 40 million youth in diverse trades over the next 10 years. But this isn’t by-the-numbers government work — with companies looking to get their front feet in the trough. And it’s not charity work, either.

With 51 percent private sector funding and eight out of 12 of its board members representing private industry, NSDC offers better terms than commercial banks, but it takes a hefty 27 percent stake in exchange. It also demands that its partners guarantee job placement for 70 percent of their trainees.

Meanwhile, the big guns aren’t getting into the business out of so-called “corporate social responsibility.” They’re in it to make money.

“It’s not easy to monetize this space, so the motivation cannot be only revenue and profit,” said Sanjeev Duggal, chief executive of Centum Learning Ltd. “But definitely our objective is by our fourth year to be crossing 500 crores [$110 million] in revenue.”

The most needed job skills indicate how high the stakes are for India’s economy.

According to estimates by ICRA Management Consulting Services, by 2020 India’s construction industry will need 33 million more skilled crane operators, electricians, welders, masons and so on; the textiles and clothing industry will need 26 million loom and sewing machine operators; and the automobile and autoparts manufacturing industries will need 35 million machinists, mechanics, salesmen, etc.

In short, India’s aspirations of boosting manufacturing output to 25 percent of GDP by 2025 — creating 100 million jobs and bringing hundreds of millions more people out of poverty in the process — may well hang in the balance.

“We have to build in skill-training capacity now,” said NSDC’s Chenoy. “We can’t wait. In the next two to three years we have to put in place a skill-training capacity of at least 40 million people a year.”

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Changing the image of skilled labor But those in the vocational education market say there are many more challenges to overcome, starting with convincing young people that a marketable skill can be more valuable than a college degree — at least when industry considers three out of four engineering graduates unemployable.

“Over the years vocational training has always been looked down upon and thought of something that’s meant for losers,” said IndiaSkills’ chief executive Hari Menon, who expects his business to grow tenfold in its second year of operations.

“Everybody chases a Bachelor’s of Commerce or Bachelor’s of Arts, however unemployable that makes them.”

The trouble is that India can’t afford to rely on supply and demand in the labor market to drive young people into vocational education — that would mean the full impact of the crisis had already hit. That’s why NSDC plans to blanket the country with ads designed to put the pride back in blue collar work, said Chenoy.

But it will take more than slogans. The private sector needs to overhaul vocational education, starting with knocking down the artificial wall between academic degrees and skills certifications, said Neeti Sharma, an executive at TeamLease, India’s largest staffing company. Currently, there are no community colleges in India, so there’s no such thing as a vocational “degree.” Moreover, once a student enters the vocational track there’s virtually no way for him to get back into the university stream — and vice versa.

That’s why TeamLease is working in Gujarat to set up the country’s first vocational university. Similarly, Global Talent Track, which has partnered with multinational computer networking firm Cisco Systems Inc. and some 900 colleges across 15 states, recently tied up with the University of Kashmir to train degree students with the job skills that employers are looking for.

“In this country, traditionally, skills and education have always followed two different paths,” said Global Talent Track chief executive Uma Ganesh.

Without question, skilled workers get paid more than unskilled ones, and vocational training can mean the difference between work in the unorganized sector — without benefits or job security — and a future with a growing national firm. But even though training firms say their graduates earn 10 to 50 percent more as a result of their training, recruiting isn’t easy.

Employers pay more for skills, but so far they haven’t started paying extra for workers with training certifications, and students are still reluctant to pay for training outside of “glamour programs” like computer programming and flight attendant schools.

Moreover, the companies and nonprofits that offer vocational education programs say that government-funded programs that are free for students are only partly effective: It helps them get students through the door, but doesn’t ensure that they graduate. According to the head of one vocational program, the dropout rate for students on complete scholarships is as high as 70 to 80 percent. It falls to 10 to 20 percent among students paying all or part of the fee themselves.

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Health Fair will feature One-on-One wellness, medical, and dental consultations. This free event is an opportunity to get health and medical questions answered without appointments or language barriers. Physicians, dentists, pharmacists, nutritionists, and nurses will be on hand. For details on the health fair contact Rajeev Puri (704.649.2165) or Vipul Mistry (704.392.8789). For further details visit www.hcclt.org Healing Hearts: Dance for Humanity A dance show for the American Red Cross Disaster Relief will be presented

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they need to make informed choices when seeking legal advice and representation on immigration matters, and reminding them that The Wrong Help Can Hurt.

USCIS has unveiled a brochure, a poster, public service announcements for use on radio and in print publications, billboard and transit ads, and a new Web resource center that includes a video. All printed materials are available in English and Spanish, and materials in 12 additional languages are available online. To bolster this outreach effort, DOJ’s Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) and FTC will produce and distribute educational materials for different populations that may be affected by immigration services scams.

As part of the initiative’s emphasis on providing qualified legal assistance to this vulnerable population, EOIR’s Recognition and Accreditation program, DOJ, USCIS, and FTC are working together to increase the number of EOIR-recognized organizations and accredited representatives, particularly in underserved areas. Organizations and representatives seeking to provide lawful immigration services must be recognized by EOIR. “EOIR is hard at work to increase access for our government partners, nonprofit organizations, and individuals in immigration proceedings,” said EOIR Director Juan P. Osuna. “Through a combination of efforts, including reporting fraud, educating the public and dedicated outreach, we are bolstering our efforts toward growing a force of legitimate legal services providers and getting rid of fraudsters.”

EOIR is improving its Recognition and Accreditation Program by increasing communication with the public, providing easier application processing, and giving timely, accurate information to the public regarding which organizations have representatives available to represent individuals in proceedings.

DOJ’s Civil Division and Access to Justice Initiative are involved in an effort to train more attorneys to handle the cases of immigration fraud victims. As a result of these efforts, DOJ announced that nongovernmental organizations, working with local partners, will organize a pro bono legal clinic in Baltimore later this summer to assist victims of an enforcement action announced by the FTC today. Driven by a continuing dialogue with DOJ, the City Bar of New York, the New York State Bar Association, the New York Office of the Attorney General, the Katzmann Study Group, and nongovernmental organizations, a legal training program will be launched this summer in New York City to expand the pool of lawyers who can assist in immigration matters.

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Even young people who are desperate for jobs don’t necessarily understand the value of skills training, said Girish Singhania, who started Edubridge Learning to bring rural Indians into the modern job market in 2009.

Recruiters have to be equal parts salesman and social worker to get prospects to enroll. After enrollment, the company has to cajole them to stay on to graduate, encourage them to migrate and take a job at the end of the program, and then coach them on the importance of working hard once they’re on a company’s roster.

For more information on USCIS and its programs, visit www.uscis.gov or fol“The most important challenge we face is the mindset of the low us on Twitter (@uscis), YouTube (/uscis) and the USCIS blog The Beacon. people living in these areas,” Singhania said. “The mindset is just to accept things as they are and not try to change their careers.” To make India an industrial powerhouse, the mindset of the entire country will have to change.

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For further details: 704.248.2647 charlotte@us.artofliving.org www.artofliving.org 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.

For further details: 704.573.0805 704.573.0820 (fax) Carolina Sanskritk 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.

For further details: Abhay Khanore, terasahara2000@yahoo.com, 803.554.1234 Manish Khot, manish.khot@gmail.com, 215.380.8722 Sangeeta Korde, sangeet_k@yahoo.com, 704.421.4279 www.facebook.com/pages/Carolina-Sanskrutik-Maharashtra-MandalCSMM/170222269661096?sk=info 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 Saathee.com

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 Info: Rajesh Venky and Savitha Mathur, 704.845.0464, rvenky@aol.com Shridhar and Kruti Dave, 704.844.9567, skdave@hotmail.com Charlotte Indian Christian Fellowship The group meets the third Saturday of every month at 6:30 PM for Bible Study, Prayer and Fellowship.

Everyone is welcome to join the fellowship along with family and friends.

Info: Hema at 704.841.7060 hadhopper@hotmail.com.

Charlotte Kannada Koota The Charlotte Kannada Koota is an organization that promotes understanding of Karnataka culture and provides a medium for people of Karnataka (Kannadigas) to get together. The activities include social get-togethers, music, drama, and other events.

For further details: 704.526.9990 (Appan Patil), agm_patil@hotmail.com 704.281.8732 (Raj Kulgod), kraj7@yahoo.com Charlotte Table Tennis Club Charlotte Table Tennis Club is located at 345 Hawthorne Lane, Charlotte, NC 28204 (Corner of East 7th St. & Hawthorne Lane).

Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 6-10 pm, Saturday 2-6 pm Sunday 1-5 pm.

Info: www.charlottetabletennis.org Charlotte Telangana Association Charlotte Telangana Association is a nonprofit organization formed to promote two different aspects —- to promote not only the Telangana cultural activities within greater Charlotte area, but also to bring together all the Telangana people living in the greater Charlotte area and also to discuss, plan, and take action around the development of Telangana focusing both on rural and urban Telangana areas. “CTA” will also actively engage in educating private, public and non-profit organizations about the great resources that Telangana has for business activities, political climate of Telangana 94

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Info & Pictures: 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 the website 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 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, selfsustenance, economic well being and happiness. Ekal Vidyalya (One School One Teacher in one village) plans to establish 100,000 schools in tribal areas by 2012. This will cover all the villages in tribal areas where there are no schools today. The Carolinas Region of the EVFUSA conducts fund raising and awareness programs in North and South Carolina.

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Community News & Events 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: 10:00 am – 11:00 am, 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: 704.948.7664 (Roshan Attrey), rattrey@aol.com, 704.541.0350 (Sajjan Dhaliwal), sajjan@carolina.rr.com, 704.948.8091 (Inderjeet Rajpal), irajpal@aol.com www.gurdwaracharlotte.com Hindu Center of Charlotte The Hindu Center is located at 7400 City View Drive, Charlotte, NC 28212.

Temple Phone: 704.535.3440.

The library is stocked with books, CDs, DVDs and other materials on varied genre such as religion, culture, history, philosophy, yoga and health. Library info: 704.554.0765. Children’s Religious Oriented Program (C.R.O.P.) is for children Kindergarten through 12th grade to educate them in culture and understand religious practices. A glimpse on understanding The Bhagvad Gita provides children with an opportunity to learn about the GITA with simplicity, ease and in an inclusive discussion format. Info on CROP 704.547.1676 (Chetna Patel) patel4260@bellsouth.net. The Senior Citizens Group meets on the 1st Sunday of every month at 4 pm and followed by Satyanarayan Katha at 5 pm. Future trips and activities are in the planning stages.

Info on the group: 704.334.2462 (Gobind Bhojwani). The sloka class teaches children above the age of five different Hindu hymns, their meaning and significance. The class meets Sundays at 9:30 am. Info on the class: 704.814.9355 (Lakshmi Muthukrishnan). Info on the Social Welfare Committee: 704.372.1265 (Narain Amar) or 704.948.5609 (Dhinakaran Pillai). The Vedic Havan is held at the vedant hall on second Sunday of Saathee.com

every month at 10:30 am to 12:00 pm noon followed by Prasadam. Info: 704.825.9223 (Swadesh Sawhney). The Pranayam classes are held Saturdays from 9:30 - 11 am in the Vivek Hall. Info: 704.649.5374 (Kajal Jain), 704.554.0765 (Manisha Naik), or 281.304.5597 (Sanjay Vyas) pranayamclt@aol.com. Yoga classes are held Sundays at 9 am.

Info: 704.864.8212 pradip_bulsara@hotmail.com. Free Table Tennis Open Play & Coaching is available for Members and their families (especially children 10 years and over). The hours are from 6.30pm to 10:00pm every Wednesday in the Vihar Hall. No prior registration is necessary. There are five good tables and can add more as necessary. Free coaching is also available from Srinivas Janardhan (SJ) and three other experienced certified coaches from Charlotte Table Tennis Club (CTTC). For further details visit www.TTCLT.com or contact SJ (s_jan@yahoo.com), Hemant Amin (hvamin@hotmail.com) or Chetan Thakker (chetanthakker@yahoo.com).

Upcoming Events: Sat Jul 23: Hindu Center anniversary celebrations and health fair.

Fri Jul 29 - Mon Aug 2: Vachnamrut Katha by Vrajraj Mahoday with 108 Purusotam Yagna.

Fri Aug 19 - Thu Aug 25: Krishna Katha

by Pujya Pad Yogeshbhai Shastriji Info: www.hcclt.org Indian Performing Arts Association of Charlotte (IPAAC) IPAAC (Indian Performing Arts Association of Charlotte) promotes classical Hindustani music by inviting wellknown artists from India.

Sat Oct 8 (6 pm) at CPCC Central Campus in Tate Hall - Sitar and Veena Jugalbandi concert. Sitar: Gaurav Majumdar.

Vina: Nirmala Rajasekar. Tabla: Vishal Nagar Mringdarm: Thanjavaur K. Murugaboopathi.

Info: Sarla Kumar 704.846.4423 Chaula Jain 704.364.0984 contact@ipaac.org www.ipaac.org Indian Visual Artists Association of Charlotte (IVAAC) IVAAC was founded by artists of Indian origin living in the Charlotte, NC area in their pursuit of a creative outlet, stemming from an urge to express the flow of their innate artistic moods and ideas. The 96

vision is to promote the enigmatic and intriguing Indian culture into meaningful forms of expression that exposes the rich traditions and diversity of one of the most ancient civilizations on earth, in today’s fast blending global culture and to create an organization that provides planning and funding required to ensure and support a vibrant and culturally diverse Indian art community.

For further details: 704.540.8799 (Amit Shah), 704.688.5387 (Kinshuk Agarwal) www.ivaac.org Kiran KIRAN is a multi-cultural, non-religious, 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 we cooperate and collaborate with organizations in the USA and elsewhere with similar objectives. Countries in South Asia include Bangladesh, Bhutan, Burma, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. 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 contextsensitive manner • Non-judgmental help and support to women who are experiencing oppressive/crisis situations • Emotional support • 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. Translators and crisis counselors do not disclose any information provided by our clients. Info: Crisis Hotline: 1877- NC-KIRAN or 1877-625-4726 Kiran@Kiraninc.org http://www.kiraninc.org

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NetIP Charlotte provides a forum for ongoing 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.

Info: www.netIPnc.org Pratham - Charlotte Area Pratham is India’s largest non-profit organization with grass roots 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 which reached 31 million children across India. Pratham has developed an accelerated learning technique which helps children to read & 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. Info: Anju Desai (ajdesai66@gmail.com or 980-622-0125) and Shubhra Chakraborty (shubhra.chakraborty1@gmail.com) or 704-942-4798). www.prathamusa.org.

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

Info: www.probasi.org Sahaj Marg Meditation - Charlotte Area Sahaj Marg, which means Simple or Natural path, is a Raj Yoga system of spiritual training based on the heart centered meditation. The unique features of this meditation include transmission of divine energy into the heart of the practitioner and cleaning of deep impressions, thereby regulating the mind. 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 Saathee.com

Unity of Charlotte on Sundays and Wednesdays.

For further details: Arun and Promila Sehra 704.844.0147 Srikanth Katakam 704.496.4411 naturalpath.nc@gmail.com www.srcm.org 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) Soul devotees of Guru Dattatraya Rang Avadhut and Shri Prem Avadhut meet every Thur evening in Charlotte, NC from 7 - 8 pm. for recital of 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 SouthPark Cricket Club South Park Cricket Club is based in Charlotte, North Carolina and it has been an active member of the Mid Atlantic Cricket Conference since 2002. The club’s home ground is located at 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 based in Charlotte, North Carolina, over the past 6+ years has emerged to fulfill the North Carolina community’s need for togetherness and the desire to showcase Bengali culture, heritage, literature, theatre, music and popular arts.

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Srishti welcomes and brings together people of varied cultures, ethnicity, languages, background and nationalities who are interested in East Indian traditions. Members include not only Bengalis but also Indians from other parts of the country and a few foreign nationals too.

For further details: Samiksha Bose: 704-321-1964 Santanu Sarkar : 704-541-3451 Rituparna Mukherjee: 704-844-9505 Tamil Catholics of Charlotte Tamil Catholics living in the CharlotteGreensboro area interested in attending monthly mass in Tamil contact pravben@gmail.com.

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.

For further details: 704.905.9127(Captain-Syed) 704.493.7629(Vice Captain-Mohsan)

Greensboro Art of Living (Greensboro) The Art of Living Foundation offers programs to uncover the strength, peace, and joy that lie at the core of every human being. Part I courses are offered regularly in Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Charlotte and now Greensboro. The Part I course covers breathing techniques to eliminate stress & tension; skills for improving relationships at home & at work; practical wisdom to get the most out of life; insight into the laws that govern the mind & emotions; low-impact yoga and the masterpiece of the Art of Living Course is a powerful breathing-based technique called Sudarshan Kriya, or the healing breath.

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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: Hirabhai Zaver 336-375-5350 Paresh Patel 336-609-3014 www.gcap.us India Association of the Triad 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. Hindi Language classes are being taught by Mrs. Punjabi.

2011 committee members: Anu Sharma, President; Punita Ahuja, Vice President; Ruby Singh, Secretary; Krishna Balu, Treasurer; Indu Kaur, Youth Representative; Kumar Vansh Bhardwaj is the Webmaster Info: 336.656.0203 (Dhananjay Kumar) 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.

Info: Manjunath C Shamanna, 336.413.5090 http://indouswinston.org/contact.aspx Life Bliss Foundation The NC Chapter offers workshops, books, CD’s, and DVD’s on spirituality and enlightenment fromthe living enlightened master Paramahamsa Saathee.com

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.

Info: 336.644.1111 http://www.lifebliss.org 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.

Upcoming Programs: Jul 9 through Jul 17: Ram Katha Jul 16 : Guru Purnima Jul 17: Patotsav/Annakut Jul 17 through Jul 24: Youth Camp-kids above age 8 can participate with their parents. Participant and volunteer will receive certificate upon completion of youth camp Aug 27: 3 - 8 pm Nandotsav Sep 2 through 5: Health Retreat Info: 336.421.0690 lifemissionusa@gmail.com www.lifemissionusa.com Sri Sathya Sai Baba Center of Greensboro, NC The Center organizing regular Sai Bhajans, Study Circle, Balvikas class for students and Service Activities. First Sunday of the month from 4 - 6 pm, all other Sundays 10 am - 12:15 pm.

Info: 612.239.7529 (Deepak Deshpande at Winston Salem) 908.875.6964 (Swami Rajendran at Greensboro) Temple of the Holy Name Prabhupada Village is a rural Hare Krishna community situated in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Every Sunday @ 3 p.m. —- chanting, dancing, feasting and philosophy.

Temple is located at 1283 Prabhupada Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC 27046 Info: 336.593.9888 www.prabhupadavillage.com

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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.

Info: www.triadhindutemple.org Triad Nepalese Community Center (TNCC) TNCC is an association of Nepalese and friends living in the Piedmont Triad area of North Carolina. The Piedmont Triad region encompasses the cities of Greensboro, High Point and Winston-Salem, and the surrounding areas. TNCC was established with a view to- Bring together Nepalese residents of this region and their friends to work cohesively toward preserving and promoting Nepalese ethnicity, culture and arts; Promote friendship, cooperation and mutual respect among the Nepalese people and the diverse Triad community; Provide direct and supportive services to the community; Empower community members to achieve skills and confidence in order to contribute to the well being of the Triad community, our new-found home; Collaborate closely with local organizations and agencies to fulfill our mission to address any challenges of our community.

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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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Balagokulam Gokulam is where Lord Krishna’s magical childhood days were spent. It was here that his divine powers came to light.

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

Art of Living (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill) The Art of Living Foundation offers “Art of Living” Course that teaches you practical tools to better handle the stresses of daily life, to unlock their deepest potential and bring fullness to life. In the Art of Living course participants will learn and experience: Breathing techniques that heal and harmonize the body, mind, and spirit, eliminate stress & tension; Skills for handling negative emotions and situations; Practical wisdom for improving work and relationships; Insight into the laws that govern the mind & emotions; Low-impact yoga. The masterpiece of the Art of Living Course is a powerful breathing-based technique called Sudarshan Kriya, or the healing breath. It is immensely powerful and incorporates specific natural rhythms of breath to release stress and purify the entire system by releasing toxins at the deepest cellular level. Ongoing research has shown that the rhythmic breathing technique Sudarshan Kriya and its accompanying practices (SK&P) can lead to improved physical, mental and emotional health. Info: Phone: 919-275-0443 (Priti Manmode) E-Mail: RDUArtofLiving@gmail.com / priti.manmode@artofliving.org http://us.artofliving.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

Association for India’s Development (AID)- Duke University Chapter AID’s mission is effect social change in India, by supporting projects with grassroots non-governmental organization in India in the areas of literacy, health care, rural credit, women’s empowerment etc.

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Bharatiya Senior Citizens of North Carolina (BSCNC) BSCNC is a nonprofit organization for senior citizens of Indian origin that are age 60 years and above. The BSCNC members meet on the second Saturday of each month at Cary Senior Center in Bond Park in Cary, NC from 10 am - 3 pm. The next meeting will be on Satur-

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For further details: Harish Shah 919.387.1629, Mahendra Patel 919.793.6588, Raojibhai Patel 919.866.4391, Mulchand Patel 252.446.7891 Carolina Rajasthani Association Info: www.carolinarajasthanis.org Sushma Maheshwari - 919-880-8529, sushmaofnc@yahoo.com Shruti Singhi - 919-412-4819, mshruti@yahoo.com Chinmaya Mission Chinmaya Mission is a worldwide nonprofit 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.

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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. This year’s theme being Rama - My Brother, the children will learn to incorporate helpful virtues throughout their life. All festivals are celebrated with families and Prasad. Parents wishing to enroll their children in Balavihar can register through the website. 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.

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Visit www.dadabhagwan.org and watch Satsang on Web TV. For children - visit www.kids.dadabhagwan.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.

Info: 919.395.6208 (Pastor Thankachan M.) globalem@gmail.com Heritage India Association of North Carolina (HIANC) Heritage India Association of North Carolina 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.” It organizes colorful events annually.

Info: Yash Garg at 919-870-5222 or Harsha Shah at 919-362-0520. Email: chander@bellsouth.net 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 North Carolina, located at 309 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, N.C. serves the Indian Saathee.com

community in the Triangle area and its vicinity. Temple timings are: Mon. - Fri. 8 - 11 am and 5 - 9 pm, Sat. - Sun. 8 am 7 pm. Daily Aarti and Puja is also conducted by the Priest. Other regular religious and cultural programs: Monthly Vedic Havan, Tuesday Hauman Chalisa recitation, Sri Ramakrishna Study Group, Sri Sai Baba Group, Gita Study Group, Devi Puja, Vaishnav Bhajan Group, Akhand Ramayana Recitation, Weekend Language and Spiritual Knowledge Classes, and Sloka classes for Children. Yoga classes are also offered twice a week (Sunday at 8:00 a.m. and Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.) at the Cultural Hall. Priest services are available at your home and/or at the Temple at a nominal charge.

Upcoming Events: Summer camps: July 11 - 15; July 18 – 22; August 15 - . Registration: www.hsnconline.org/summer-camp/ For further details: Saroj Sharma at 919.654.5224 or 919.851.1225 Arvind Shah 919.434.8021 hsnc@hsncweb.org www.hsncweb.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 at large.

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 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 104

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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: 919.367.0461 (Sonali Luniya) 919.851.5959 (Poonam Gupta) contactus@humsub.net 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 2-year 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.

Upcoming Events: Info: 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. IAFF has created an orphanage July 2011

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For further details: 919.461.0001 (Dr. Vinnie Goel, Chairman) 919.467.0598 (Dr. Shri Kulkarni, President) 919.319.7294 (Dr. Vijaya Bapat, Vice-President) www.indusfoundation.info 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 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) Primary objective of ISSO is “To advance the Sanatan Dharma in accordance with the principles and teachings of Shree Saathee.com

Swaminarayan Sampradaya, founded and ordained by Lord Shree Swaminarayan (Shree Sahajanand Swami),” enabling His devotees from both the Nar Narayan Dev Gadi (Ahmedabad) and Laxmi Narayan Dev Gadi (Vadtal) to practice their religious duties in harmony. The Raleigh-Durham chapter organizes a “Satsang Sabha” every two weeks, typically on Friday or Saturday evenings, which includes Kirtan bhakti, Katha, Aarti and Mahaprasad.

For further details: 919.363.2356 (Niraj Joshi) niraj_joshi@yahoo.com www.swaminarayan.info Kiran KIRAN is a multi-cultural, non-religious, 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 we cooperate and collaborate with organizations in the USA and elsewhere with similar objectives. Countries in South Asia include Bangladesh, Bhutan, Burma, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. 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 contextsensitive manner • Non-judgmental help and support to women who are experiencing oppressive/crisis situations • Emotional support • 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. Translators and crisis counselors do not disclose any information provided by our clients. Info: Crisis Hotline: 1877- NC-KIRAN or 1877-625-4726 Kiran@Kiraninc.org www.kiraninc.org 106

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For further details: 336.421.0690 lifemisionusa@gmail.com www.lifemissionusa.org 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.

For further details: www.nuvyug.net Pakistani American Association The Pakistani-American Association (NCPAA) is a non-political, non-sectarian, cultural and social organization that promotes Pakistani culture to all the communities living in the Triangle Area of North Carolina. Several events are presented during the year. A family dinner is held on the second Friday of every month.

For further details: payamber@ncpaa.org http://ncpaa.org Pratham - Triangle Area Founded as a UNICEF initiative, 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 details: Gunvant Bhakta, 919-488-8975; Punit July 2011

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For further details: Varshana at priyadarshini.arts@gmail.com http://www.youtube.com/user/Priyadars hiniArts 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 likeminded 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/ Raleigh Karaoke Group Raleigh Karaoke Group meets once a month where the South Asian community of the Triangle area can showcase their talent and lose themselves in nostalgia through songs. Next session will be held on Friday July 8, from 7:00 PM till 11:30 PM at Zayka Indian Cuisine, 10410 Moncreiffe Rd Ste 103, Raleigh in the Brier Creek area - phone: (919) 3615370. Future meetings are planned monthly on the first Friday of each month at Zayka. Choose from 13,000 Hindi Film, Non-Film, Ghazals, Devotional - Tamil, Telegu, Bengali, Gujrati, Punjabi Kannada, Koli , Konkani, Malayalam, Malayalam Muslim Songs, Marathi, Oriya, and English songs.

Events are open to the entire music loving community for singing, or listening to your friends sing.

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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 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. Info: Ganesh Kumar, President, Raleigh Sai Center at (919) 413 0579 or (919) 833-7523 E-mail rsc.president@yahoo.com.

Ramakrishna Vedanta Society of NC 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. Regardless of background and/or knowledge the organization welcomes participants.

Info: www.vedantanc.org RTP Maharashtra Mandal RTP Maharashtra Mandal promotes Maharashtrian culture and language. Maharashtra mandal is committed to serve RTP community with various cultural, social and traditional Marathi programs and events.

For further details: 919.468.8824 (Jayant Yete) 919.757.7300 (Neeraj Shikarkhane) 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.

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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 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 SAMPIGE Triangle Kannada Association The Triangle Kannada Association is a cultural association for people residing in the Triangle area from Karnataka, India. Sampige organizes Kannada (the language spoken in the Karnataka area) activities in music, dance and drama as well as social activities.

For further details: sampigeeditor@yahoo.com www.sampige.org Share and Care Foundation (SCF) Share and Care Foundation (SCF), a charitable organization focused on several projects in India and the USA, is launching a new chapter for the Carolinas - this represents the first chapter outside the New Jersey headquarters of SCF. SCF has been working with the Triangle’s Indian community for more than fifteen years.

For further details: 919.425.5299 (Manu Patel) 919.469.1258 (Rajeev Kamath) www.shareandcare.org Sikh Gurdwara of North Carolina The Sikh Gurudwara of North Carolina welcomes visitors of all backgrounds regardless of race, religion, ethnicity or gender. All peoples, regardless of their origin or orientation, are welcome to attend our services and share in the blessings of God. Religious services are held every Saturday evening and Sunday morning, followed by a community meal (langar). In addition to religious services, we offer educational programs for July 2011

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Info: 919.220.9917 http://www.sgncweb.org 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 for the present.

For further details: 919.773.1580 www.sifaa.org Sri Shirdi SaiBaba Mandir NC SSMNC promotes Sai philosophy and facilitates worship and services similar to Shirdi SaiBaba Temple, located in ShirdiIndia. This Organization is dedicated to sponsor and support religious, spiritual, cultural, educational and charitable activities in the United States and abroad.

Mandir Timings: Monday - Friday 9 - 10 am, 12 noon - 1pm, 6 - 9 pm. Sat - Sun 9 am - 9pm. Details at www.shirdisaimandirnc.org or call 919.386.1085.

St. Gregorios Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Holy Qurbana and Sunday school are held in Malayalam/English, led by Reverend Dr. M. K. Thomas at 225 Bashford Road, Raleigh, NC. For further details: 919.461.1773 sec@stgregoriosnc.org www.stgregoriosnc.org Tamil Cultural Association of North Carolina (TCA NC) TCA NC is a non-profit organization formed for the purpose of providing youths with exposure to Tamil culture.

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Info: (919)-465-1606 - Ravi Shanmugam (President) http://members.fortunecity.com/tamilsangamofcarolina Telugu Christian Fellowship of NC (TCFNC) 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.

Info: 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 nonprofit organization that supports volunteer-based, honest and highly experienced non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in India in serving their populations’ critical needs around education, childcare, healthcare, women em110

powerment and tribal welfare, as well as relief and rehabilitation in times of natural disasters.

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Triangle Gujarati Association (TGA) Triangle Gujarati Organization is a nonprofit Organization with a mission to promote Gujarati culture in the Triangle area. The goals are to serve the Gujarati community by organizing various events throughout the year and impart Gujarati culture and language on the youth.

Upcoming events: Sun Aug 21 @ 3:00 p.m. - Anand Mela @ Bond Park, Cary.

Sat Oct 15 – Sharad Purnima @ HSNC Main Hall.

Sat Nov 5 – Diwali President: Viral Chokshi; Vice President: Mukesh Shah; Treasurer: Yogesh Patel; Cultural Secretary: Nimiksha Patel; General Secretary: Vandana Naik. www.nctga.org Triangle Indian Youth Organization (TIYO) This organization has been created with the purpose of encouraging youths of Indian origin aged between 12-18 years to develop skills for leadership, to organize team-oriented efforts, understand and participate in community services, understand and develop individual potential. There will be activities that will fall into the broad categories of education, arts, cultural, charity, religious and community services.

For further details: 919.363.7339 (Latha Pamarthi [Director of TIYO]) triangleindianyouth@yahoo.com 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 DattaBavani 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 discusJuly 2011

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For further details: barman@cs.unc.edu www.trianglevegsociety.org Two Cents of Hope (TCH) Two Cents of Hope was started by a group of Indian students at NC State University with the belief in empowering youth via education. The goal is to uplift the weaker sections of the society through education. The foundation lies in the power of cents giving TCH its name. As J. Carney put it, “Little drops of water, little grains of sand, make the mighty ocean, and the pleasant land.” By using coin boxes to collect loose change, the total donations result in a collection that yields considerable amount of money, enough to give education to a poor student - indeed a firm footing for the rest of his or her life. Apart from the coin collection other sources of funding includes fundraising events (Trishna, Crescendo, and Booth in Cary Diwali) and sponsors. In the last three years TCH has funded $21,689, which includes 77 projects benefitting 270 students and two schools in India. To keep a coin box at your place or to know more about Two Cents of Hope, email coordinator@nc.twocentsofhope.com. www.twocentsofhope.com 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: 919.962.1060 (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 likeminded devotees who meet for religious worship and understand Pushti Marg Principles at large. Regular Bhajan recitations are held 2nd Sunday of the month from 4-6 pm. There are two discourses scheduled this month. Recitation of “Gopi Geet” from Shrimad Bhagwat (in Hindi) by HH Pujya Shri Indira Betiji and next one will be by Pujyapad Goswami 108 Shri Vrajrajkumarji and Pujya Kishorchandra Shastriji on ”Dashama Saathee.com

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Saturday, July 16, 2011: 10 am - 1 pm Gopi Geet, 1 pm Prasad, 3 - 6 pm Gopi Geet continued.

Sunday, July 17, 2011: 1 - 4 pm Gopi Geet Friday, July 22, 2011: 6 - 7 pm Prasad, 7 10 pm Nand Mahotsav Saturday July 23, 2011: 10 am - 1 pm Shri Govardhanlila, 1 - 3 pm Prasad, 3 - 6 pm Rukshmani Vivah Sunday, July 24, 2011: 10 am - 1 pm Yagna (followed by Prasad) All Events will be at Hindu Bhavan (309 Aviation Parkway,Morrisville, NC 27560). Seniors are requested to encourage youngsters to participate in such activities.

For further details: Arvindbhai Shah 919.233.7677 Vithabhai Shah 919.467.4254 Navinbhai Parikh 919.387.8808

Regional Barsana Dham satsang (Greenville, NC) Info: Madhu Sharma 336.404.7047 email: madhu0sharma@yahoo.com Website: www.barsanadham.org Cape Fear Cultural Association of India - Wilmington Cape Fear Cultural Association of India is an organization that promotes understanding of Indian culture and promotes a medium for people of Indian culture to get together.

For further details: Shashin Patel, President. (910.790.9448) Sanjay Batish, Vice-President. (910.371.9860) Anjali Dashputre, Treasurer. (910.395.6633) Sukhbir Dhillon, Cultural Secretary (910.796.1965) Georgia Indo-American Chamber of Commerce The Georgia Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (GIACC) develops and promotes trade, business, commercial and professional relationships between India and the United States, especially within the state of Georgia. GIACC was formed recognizing the need for promoting bilateral activities among South Asian and mainstream communities in the United States and South Asia.

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770.840.1925 - susan@giacc.org. www.giacc.org Hindu Bhavan of Fayetteville, NC Hindu Bhavan of Fayetteville, NC is a nonprofit organization. Ceremonies and events take place regularly.

Temple Address: 907 Cedar Creek Road, Fayetteville, NC 28302.

Info: 910.485.4626 910.484.8956 hindubhavan@yahoo.com www.hindubhavan.org Hindu Society of Eastern NC (Greenville, NC) Upcoming Events: Sun July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Balagokulam 10 - 11 am Sun July 10, 24, 31: Geeta Study 10:30 am12 noon Sun July 10, 24: Balavihar 11 am -12 noon Sun July 17: Sri Sathyanarayan Katha 11 am - 12:30pm For further details on upcoming events write or call.

For further details: 508.654.0360, B.S. Srivastva Hindutempleenc@gmail.com

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) 2333995.

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

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Community News & Events 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 Hindu Society of Greater Spartanburg The daily Aarti is at 7:00 p.m., Balvihar classes are conducted from 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. on scheduled Sundays, and Satsang is on second Sunday every month from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Temple is located on 1130 Fairview Church Road in Boiling Springs, S.C. 29303.

For further details: 864.599.7048 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: www.hindutemplesc.org/index.php India Assoc. of Greater Charleston (IAGC) The IAGC was founded in Charleston to bring together people who were interested in India and to provide a forum to increase the understanding of the heritage of India in US. Info: 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) internationalfellowshipchurch.org

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Masjid Noor-UL-Huda The Mosque is located at 517 Winmet Drive, Columbia, S.C. On the first Saturday and third Saturday of every month from 6 PM to 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) Mrudani School of Performing Arts Mrudani School of Performing Arts is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote the classical arts of India.

Mrudani School offers classes in Bharathanatyam (Kalakshetra style) and Kuchipudi in Columbia, Orangeburg, and Charleston, SC. For further details: Monica @ 843.849.7841 Anuradha @ 803.347.3851 classicaldance.india@gmail.com Sirigannada Sirigannada, the Kannada Association of South Carolina, a non-profit organization was created on July 18, 2004 by the interested Kannada speaking people of South Carolina. It is a voluntary organization primarily run by memberships and donations from Kannadigas of the State of South Carolina. www.sirigannada.org Telugu Association of Greater Greenville, SC 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.

Info: www.taggsc.org Triad Avatar Meher Baba Group The Meher Center is a spiritual retreat/ashram located on SC Highway 17 immediately North of the Highway 22 connection 8 miles from Myrtle Beach, SC. Meher Baba visited this place 3 times and considered it His home in the West.

A small brick house built especially for Him is open for “Darshan” on Fridays and Sunday (11:00 am.) / Meher Center: (843) 272-5777. Info: 336.299.9683 runderwood@webtv.net www.avatarmeherbaba.org 114

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ever, it’s not just about creating and sharing with the intention of impressing people or building a brand. The work needs to convey a passion for learning, participating, and being part of the conversation.

Mr. Richardson’s first advice to teachers is to become “googleable” yourself. To fully understand the implications for students, teachers need to have some personal context for sharing and interacting online. Secondly, the teacher must “model connections” which means sharing your own online interactions with students. When relevant and appropriate, talk about how you’re learning from others and how and why you chose to participate online.

Last but not least, share student work and practice and teach “reputation management.” Social media afford the opportunity for all children with online access to contribute to the world in meaningful ways, do real work for real audiences for real purposes, find great teachers and collaborators from around the world, and become great teachers in their own right.

An article such as this, on technology applied to learning, would not be complete without mentioning online courses.

Nick Kremer is a language arts teacher whose skepticism about online education turned into belief when he taught his own online course. His initial objections were as follows: Objection 1: Online courses require less work.

Objection 2: Online courses lack meaningful interaction.

Objection 3: Cheating runs rampant online.

Objection 4: Online courses are discriminatory.

But by carefully designing his first online course, Nick found ways to overcome his objections, and thus did not compromise his professional ethics for the convenience of online learning.

When he planned lessons and activities, he tried to ensure that students had to spend as much time “engaged” online as they would have spent in an in-person class.

He also was concerned about adopting a writing workshop model online. He found that students, free of classroom distractions, were in fact extremely interested in reading and responding to one another’s work on the peer revision board, a class blog where they published their drafts and received feedback from classmates.

The National Technology Goals of 2010 put forward eight key guiding principles which I reproduce here: • Use technology to help raise the percentage of young people with two- and four-year college degrees from 39% to 60% by 2020.

• Provide “broadband everywhere” to serve learners inside and outside schools.

• Put a computing device in the hands of every student.

• Make connectedness the hallmark of effective learning.

• Create an online learning registry of content developed by federal government agencies.

• Fund the research and development of open-source educational resources.

• Fund research about how online communities of practice can improve teaching and learning.

• Create a national initiative that defines productivity in education and establishes metrics for measuring it.

Finally, in the words of Karen Cator, director of the office of Educational Technology, US Department of Education: We need to get beyond calling teachers digital immigrants, as if technology holds a certain code only young people can decipher.

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complain. There is a possibility of getting inheritance or unexpected financial gain this month. Try finalizing major decisions in the first half of the month. Drive very carefully.

LIBRA (Sep 23 - Oct 23) Due to lack of confidence and influence of your superiors, you may not be able to perform to your satisfaction.

Give first preference to safety to avoid any disaster. The period is not bad financially, but you may not be able work independently. If involved in legal dispute, delay may damage your case. Unexpected family problems are also possible. Do not speculate this month.

General Predictions for July 2011 ARIES (Mar 20- Apr 20) Now is the time to start looking for extra income through a side business. The first half of the month may be useless due to non-production activities. You may also start studying in a completely new subject; be prepared to diversify your career. Improvement in health is clearly indicated. You may also enjoy a long distance journey during the second half of the month. Your spouse may not be able to help you this month.

SCORPIO (Oct 23 - Nov 22) The month may start with fun, but immediately after the end of first week uncertainty may strike on you. A major problem in personal life and misunderstanding with people around you may make you paranoid and suspicious. It may badly damage your health. Try not to let fear and confusion influence you. Traveling could be very helpful in avoiding problems. Your partner may guide you in the right direction.

TAURUS (Apr 20 - May 21) Lack of confidence and small mistakes may bother you throughout the month. Any risk-taking tendency should be curbed. You may also face issues with your spouse. Your partner may lead you in the wrong direction. Financial losses are also possible. If you are a student, you may not be able to focus in your study. Try to avoid frustration and spend some time to meditate and to rebuild your confidence. Move slowly this month.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 - Dec 21) Income and expense may balance each other out resulting into no savings. A very busy work schedule may drive you crazy. Sudden health problem may strike during the middle of the month. Try to control your temper and enthusiasm; also try to avoid driving. Last week of the month may make you feel relieved and relaxed. Your reading and knowledge may rescue you from major problems. Act safely.

GEMINI (May 21 - Jun 21) You may feel more energetic and confident this month.

Don’t take any kind of debt during the first half of the month. Slow but steady progress is clearly indicated.

You should watch your health this month and drive very carefully. Also try to control your temper. Last week of the month may bring good news for you. Your creative work may earn a good name for you. Be prepared for a business-related trip.

CAPRICORN (Dec 21 - Jan 20) You have entered into a very busy and rewarding time period. You may enjoy financial success through real estate and speculation. Try to take calculated risks and make timely moves. You may benefit through your enemies during the second half of the month. Avoid making random moves. Time is very positive for people involved in research, however, watch your health carefully.

CANCER (Jun 21 - Jul 22) Your friends and associates may work very positively with you during this month. You should be able to analyze the situation logically to solve it. Financially this could be a very positive month. Change in job or higher status at current job may delight you. However, don’t expect things to go your way. Your destiny will play a major role in deciding your life. Learn to accept the decisions to enjoy the period.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 - Feb 19) Uncertainty at place of work may lead you towards a side business. An accident at work may hurt you. You may want to find a partner and start making extra income. Dispute with your teacher may affect your performance in education. Unexpected property-related expenses may also disturb your budget this month. You should enjoy good health and will power. But avoid business-related travel.

LEO (Jul 22 - Aug 23) After a very busy first half of the month, you may want to become more methodological during the last week of the month. You may want to slow down and analyze the situation before making any move. Also you want to wait for your friend to help you during this tough period. If you are a student, you may perform well. Improvement in health is clearly indicated, but avoid taking financial risks.

PISCES (Feb 19 - Mar 20) Work on family projects as a team and enjoy the rewards. A very happy family life is clearly indicated.

Your income will rise and status will go up. You should enjoy good health, too. Avoid traveling and spending time with your friends. Time is perfect to start a new venture. Try to keep away from parties and focus on your work. Major ups and downs in your investment portfolio are possible this month.

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Gas station help wanted: Shelby, N. C. (45 miles form Charlotte). Experience with Ruby and NC Lotto must. Contact Haresh Patel @ 704 472 1572.

Full Time Cashier Needed: Richburg, SC. Off I-77 Exit 65. 15 minutes from Rock Hill. Experience is preferred. Must speak English and have legal status. Call Naynesh at 803-981-2242 Franchised Motel near charlotte is looking for couple to supervise/maintain property and do house keeping, must know English, accommodation provided, good salary, call:919-757-7462 or email:vpshelby@gmail.com Part-time Help Needed: For drop off & pick up of a 3 year old from school and after care in the Cary area. Must be able to drive and be dependable. Excellent salary package. 919-624-3190.

Nanny Needed: Looking for a nanny to take care of a 2 1/2 yr old. Mon-Fri. Please call 732979-6281 for more details.

Hotel Help Wanted: Front Desk Clerk needed for a Franchise Hotel in Hickory, NC. Legal status. Single or couple. Good computer skills & good English required. Call Rick Patel: 919-724-6772 Help Wanted for Conv. Store/Gas Station: Gaffney, SC. Experience preferred. 2 people or couple needed immediately. Good pay and many hours available.

Call for details 864.838.1831.

Nanny Needed: Indian family in Cary. care for 3yr-old 1 pm - evening. Cooking & light housework expected. School pick-up at 12:30 pm preferred. Call 919 889 6705 Manager Needed for Subway near Monroe, NC. Single or couple. H-1 welcome. We will train. please call 848-565-4512.

Help Wanted: for fast food cafe and bakery in Charlotte, NC. Must speak English and be a legal resident. Contact Anjali or Sonia at 704-688-7100 Nanny Needed: Loving punjabi couple seeking nanny to take care of 1 and 5 year old. Full time/ Part time. Very friendly, warm family. Will make you feel right at home. Flexible timings. Please call (516) 456-4487 or email madhusandhu@hotmail.com.

Resident Manager Needed for motel in Charlotte area. Experience required. Accommodations provided. Good Salary. For more info please e-mail: srivath99@hotmail.com Help Wanted: Full Time or Part Time waiter for Indian Restaurant in Charlotte Area. Must speak English. Experience preferred but will train. Call 704-724-2005.

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Live in or live out Nanny Needed: For a 6 yr old and 6 months old. Light house work and cooking expected. Call 704-877-7762.

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Immediate Hire: Administrative Assistant with Accounting Skills, QuickBooks, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook. Office Reception, must have proficient computer skills North Lake Area, Sunset Rd – North Charlotte. Respond to “IMMEDIATE HIRE” abcone@abcinns.com or Fax 704-598-2356 Gujarati LIVE-IN NANNY Needed: in Gastonia, NC to take care of a 3 year old child plus household duties like cooking, cleaning, laundry etc. Please call 704-974-3501.

Threading Practitioners Wanted: Full or Part-Time. In Charlotte, Raleigh, Richmond & Norfolk areas. Experience & Good English Skills Needed. Please call 980-322-1110

FOR RENT: Townhome for Rent: 3 br, 2 bath, fenced backyard, 15 minutes from Univ. & downtown, rent $800 include Hoa and water. Call 704-5352992 or email rrpatel04@yahoo.com

MATRIMONIAL: Seeking Sindhi Male for 33 yr old female Indian resident, suffering from cretinism (hypothyroidism). Please call 714-326-9530.

SERVICES: CHILDCARE AVAILABLE in a nurturing,secure home day care close to Ballantyne area. NC Credentials, CPR First Aid Certified. Enriching & fun learning activities, Spanish Lessons. NEWBORNS WELCOME! Rate $170 per week. Contact Gladys 704.541.9235 Ribald Farms Nursery & Florist: Specializes in Indian wedding reception design and floral arrangements. For more information contact Shawna Turner at 803-328-2266 or www.rockhillflowers.com Dedicated, experienced English tutor for Elementary grades. Achieve perfection in grammar, creative writing, communication.

Revision of school curriculum, guidance with homework & projects. Contact 704-737-5625.

Free SAT practice test and summer classes offered by Cornell & Vanderbilt undergrads.

For more info contact Monicka Arora (704) 962-9274 or Alexa Rodriguez (704) 576-0449 Alyssa’s Garlands: Unique Fresh Flower Garlands. Services include: Boutonnieres, bouquet, and exotic flowers available on special request. We ship nationwide. Please contact Ila Amin at 803-548-5656 Gold Medalist and scholar tutors in Math, and also accepts writing assignments.

Scratch paper provided! Contact: chandansen331@yahoo.com / (919)834-9227 Neeta’s Beauty Parlor: Charlotte area open 7 days a week. Full service. Please call for appointment. 704-968-0270.

Computer Consulting: Assistance with software installation, set-up, formatting, backup, troubleshooting and more.

Very reasonable rates. 704.619.2358 Henna Artist: Fascinating Arabic, Rajasthani, Gujarati and fusion henna designs. Available for weddings, festivals, and parties. Reasonable charges. Contact: Reena Jain 704-587-4547 or email: reenachaplot@gmail.com

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Pari Beauty In Matthews, NC: Threading, Waxing, Facials, Bleaching & Much More! 20 years of experience with Special Deals & Great Service. For Appointment Call: 704-846-7912 Astrologer With Gold Medals - Jayanti LadContact for Health, Wealth, Relationship, Child, Enemies, Court Cases, Marriage, Job, Business, Vastu Problems, Preparing & Matching Horoscope. Call 919-463-5180 or 919-798-2598 Jayantinlad@yahoo.com Gujarati Priest: Devendra Dave Independent priest. Ganesh, Randal, Navratri, Diwali’s Laxmi & Sharda Pujas, Satyanarayan Katha, Weddings, Vastu, Baby Showers, Funeral Seva. Call Daveji 704-780-3563. God Blessings to All. Dholi For Hire: Plays the Dhol (drum) for any occasion! Classes Available! Barat, Doli, Graduation, Birthdays, Baby Showers & any other festivity. Affordable rates! Call Arpan Bhandari 704-843-7202 or email: arpandholi@yahoo.com Stressed? In Pain?: Relax with a Massage by Jasu Bhojani. Swedish, Deep Tissue, Pregnancy, Hot Stones,Reflexology,& Head Massage. NC licensed & Board Certified. Phone: 704-685-1523 or 704-362-5659.

Henna artist, specialist in Bridal, Arabic,Traditional and all types of Mehendi for all occasions. Eyebrow Threading Available. Call : 320-322-3341 / 980-333-8560 or e-mail: hennadesign14@gmail.com.

ART / DRAWING CLASS: Ages 4 to 15.

Learn sketches, charcoal painting, modern art , oil on canvas etc. Age appropriate curriculum.

FREE TRIAL CLASS. For more details call Karli @ 704.965.3550 or email: karli@crazycrayon.us.

Mehandi (Henna): Award winning artist from Jaipur, India specializing in wedding parties (Bride & attendants). Satisfaction guaranteed regarding design, color & price.

Please call: Krishna Priya Dasi 919-824-7734 E-Mail: krsnapriyad@hotmail.com MEHANDI & SAREES: Specialist in Bridal mehandi and henna for all occasions (20 Yrs of experience). We carry designer sarees, 1-2 gram jewelery, Kurtis and accessories. Contact Neena Jain (Trendz) 919-367-0746 or email: Trendz02@hotmail.com Foreign Accent Modification: Your speech is your "vocal resume." Speak English clearly and with confidence. Individual tutorials with certified speech specialists at Triangle Speech Services. www.trianglespeech.com.

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Index of Advertisers

Mrithujayan, Sue (Real Estate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Nagpal, Sunil (MetLife Financial Services) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Nationwide Ins. (Maqsood Khan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Nazar Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Neeta's Beauty Parlor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Nucell Wholesale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Oza, Rishi (Immigration Legal Services) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Paracha Entertainment (Atif Aslam & Sunidhi Chauhan) . . . .3 Passage To India - Fine Indian Cuisine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Patel Brothers (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Patel, Champa (Real Estate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Patel, Mrugesh (Law Offices) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Pathak, Atul (Real Estate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Payal Groceries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Poplai, Deepak (White Insurance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Prashant Video Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Raj D Batra (Photography-Videography) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Rajbhog Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Rajdeep Mandap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Rajdeep Video & Photography (Ramesh Panjabi) . . . . . . . . . .56 Rapid Car Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Ravindra Dave Pandit (Religious Services) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Roop Beauty (Pooja Patel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Royal Kabab Hut and Grocery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Rytham Dance Party (DJ Akbar Sami) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 S S Photography Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Saathee Subscription Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Saffron Restaurant and Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Sai Mandir Charlotte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Sam's Mart Inc. (Paul Joseph) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126 SAT Tutoring (The Hitchhiker's Guide to College) . . . . . . . . .61 Select Auto Sales (Vehicle Locator Service) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 Shah, Anish (Real Estate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 & 43 Shah, Kirti (CPA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Shining Star Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Shirdi Saibaba Mandir (Cary, NC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 Shyama Beauty Parlour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Situl Indian Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Skynet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Sleep Inn (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 Soni Family Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 South Charlotte Pediatrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Sri Somesvara Temple (Calender of Events) . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Swami Car Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Swift Telecom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 Tandoori Grill & Dream Of Bombay (Columbia SC) . . . . . . .91 Thakkar, Beena (Realty) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 The Blue Taj . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 Toyota Of Concord (Rajan Patel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Transportation (Diamond Cab) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Travel Universe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Travelinks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Ttravel Guru . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 Usha Decor (Wedding Planning & Decor) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Vyas Travels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Weldone Beauti Parlour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 White Horse Weddings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Wide Screen TV (TV repair and more) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Worldwide travels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 Yogi Cash & Carry (Indian Food & Spices) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

A & V Satellites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 A.S. Art Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Abacus Math . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Access Realty & Funding (Chandravadan Shah) . . . . . . . . . .53 All Car Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Ankusha Travels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Anokha Dance Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 AP Architecture Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Apna Travels (Morrisville, NC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Art Of Living (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 Ashwini Kathak Dance Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Asiana Fusion.Sushi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Aura And More... Boutique (Ladies Fashions) . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Bashyam & Spiro LLP (Immigration Law) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Beena Natyam (Dance Instruction) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Bethel Christian Fellowship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Bharat Bazaar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Bhindi Jewellers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Front Cover Bipin & Smita Parekh (Real Estate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Blooming Buds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Bollywood Bites (Restaurant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Bombay Bazaar (North Charleston, SC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Bombay Grille Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 British American School of Charlotte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Camden Pinehurst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 CaroMont Medical Group (Dr. Manu Patel) . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Carpet & Tile Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Cary Photo & Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Chai Pani (Restaurant - Ashville, NC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Challa Law Offices, PLC (Immigration) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Charlotte C-Store Wholesale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 Charlotte Eye Ear Nose & Throat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Chawpaty Food (Catering) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Chingari Restaurant (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Chiro-Carolina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Concha, David - Immigration Attorney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Copper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 Country Inn & Suites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 County South Realty & Business Brokers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 CR Communications Inc (Dish Network) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 Deccan Dental Lab, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Delhi Palace (Columbia, SC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Dentist (Dr. Prashant Rao - Cedar Walk Dentistry) . . . . . . . .95 Desai Desai Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Desai, Rajarshi (CPA, PLLC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Dimpal's Beauty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Dish Network (Viren Mehta) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 DJ Hangama . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 DJ Kenz (Kenz Desai) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 DJ Desi (Amit Vasi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 DJ Don (David Pandoria) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 DJ Lalit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 DJ Ravi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Editing and Writing Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Elegant Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Encore Amusement LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Eshaan Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Eyebrow Threader Wanted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Fairview Home Mortgage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Festival of India (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Five Star Car Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Flavors Of India (Uptown Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Friends Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 Fu Lin Asian Cuisine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Gandhi International Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Grand Asia Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Grover Medical Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Gujarati Natak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Handyman Services (Rapid Richard) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Henna's Dulhan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Hindu Center Charlotte (Events) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 & 65 Hingoo & Party . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 iFuturistics Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Independence Auto Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 India Cash & Carry (Mooresville) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 India Grocers (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 India Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Indian Grocery (Columbia, SC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 IWP Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Jaipur Indian Restaurant (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Legacy Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Back Cover K.B. Zaveree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 KD Photographics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Khandekar, Shobana (Coldwell Banker Realtors) . . . . . . . . . .49 LAFP (Children's Talent Competition) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Law Office of Rashmi Shah (Immigration) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Mahabazar.com Travels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Maharani Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Malaya Kitchen (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Malani Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover Marriott Executive Park (Charlotte) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Mathur, Gitanjali (Allen Tate Realtors) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Saathee.com

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