Aye Mere Watan Ke Logo..! – Part Two
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by meera
3d ago
Continued from part one…But Pradip asked me to wait. Later he told me that he telephoned Lata and she agreed to sing with sister Asha. I think this incident took place on January 21, 1963, if I remember correctly…Lata vs Asha – Who is the loser..?On January 23 I called up Lata and Asha for rehearsals in Mumbai. Lata came first, followed by Asha later on. I wrote down the song and gave it to them, but before rehearsals could begin, Lata said to Asha, “Why don’t you tell Ram (C. Ramchandra) that you are unwell, and cannot perform at the Republic Day function..?”Asha took ..read more
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Aye Mere Watan Ke Logo..! – Part One
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by meera
3d ago
Dear Well Wishers,When Veena sang patriotic song ‘Aye Mere Watan Ke Logo’ at our India Home’s Republic Day programon Thursday, January 30, I promised the audience-members to tell the real story behind the scenes aboutthis historic song. Well, here is the factual story of the same told by music director C. Ramchandra in hisautobiography. As you may know, C. Ramchandra used to come our home at Shivaji Park, Mumbai, mostly every Sunday, in 70’s… EXCERPTS from last chapter of C. Ramchandra’s autobiography book…Golden Chance: Republic Day Concert:I was at the top of the tree as one o ..read more
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Concept of Akhand Bharat..!
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by meera
3d ago
Good Morning, If not known… Akhand Bharat (Undivided India) also known as Akhand Hindustan is a termfor the concept of a unified Greater India. It asserts that modern-day Afghanistan, Bangladesh,Bhutan, India, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Tibet are one nation… I am with legendary music director Anil Biswas and his wife singerMeena Kapoor during our visit in Mumbai, 25 plus years ago…Jayant with Anil Biswas and Meena Kapoor at Sapre’s home in Jan. 13th, 2002. 2.jpeg Please listen to the attached historic song composed by great Anil Biswas and the story as well. There is a s ..read more
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Memories..!
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by meera
3d ago
Some of the excepts from music director C. Ramchandra’s autobiography book, about the historic song -‘Aye Mere Watan Ke Logo’… The dream fulfilled:The singing ended, followed by a loud, ear-splitting applause from the thousands. It was such a thrilling and unforgettable experience! Everyone loved the music, the song and its rendering by Lata, especially my most beloved Panditji.At the end of the concert, music maestro Naushad Ali, Raj Kapoor and Dililp Kumar showered me with compli-ments and affection. Movie moghul Mehboob Khan remarked, “Annaji (C. Ramchandra), all the film ind ..read more
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Dr. Nalini Juthani : Outstanding Personality – Part Two
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by meera
3M ago
Multitalented Dr. Nalini Juhani’s Creative, Picturesque, Amazing & Artwork… In this memoir, ‘The Diary of the Roads’ I have Been On: Embracing the World’s Charm, she shares the storiesof enriching travel experiences that have inspired her. These essays, with photographs included, provide a glimpseof her travels through all seven continents of the world starting from within India… 2) In this Memoir….‘An Uncompromising Activist, Memoir of an Immigrant, Educator, and Grandmother, Juthani shares the stories from her life as a woman, daughter, wife, immigrant, medical educator, mother, and gran ..read more
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Dr. Nalini Juthani : Outstanding Personality – Part One
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by meera
3M ago
Dr. Nalini Juthani : Outstanding Personality  1) Dr. Nalini Juthani… 2-3) Veena and me with Dr. Juthani at our home… 4) Dr. Juthani at Satya Narayan Mandir… Dear Well Wishers,As you may know, Dr. Nalini Juthani is a psychiatrist by profession. She is retired but not yet tired. In her active retirementshe is occupied in creative activities such as volunteering, artwork, gardening, photography and creative writing. She hasgiven several lectures at Not For Profit Organizations and throughout the Pandemic Year she conducted a class in creativewriting once a week for India Home seniors. She is ..read more
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India Home Selected to Enhance Digital Literacy Among Older Adults Through New National Initiative
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by meera
5M ago
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact:Shaaranya PillaiDeputy DirectorIndia Home, Inc.917-834-7895shaaranya@indiahome.org India Home Selected to Enhance Digital Literacy Among Older Adults Through New National Initiative Queens, NY  – India Home is excited to announce its participation in a new nationwide effort aimed at improving digital literacy among older adults. This initiative, led by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) in collaboration with AT&T, seeks to empower older adults with the essential skills needed to navigate today’s increasingly digital world. As one of only 50 senior ..read more
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Dr. Nalini Juthani : Outstanding Personality – Part One
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by meera
5M ago
Dr. Nalini Juthani : Outstanding Personality  1) Dr. Nalini Juthani… 2-3) Veena and me with Dr. Juthani at our home… 4) Dr. Juthani at Satya Narayan Mandir… Dear Well Wishers,As you may know, Dr. Nalini Juthani is a psychiatrist by profession. She is retired but not yet tired. In her active retirementshe is occupied in creative activities such as volunteering, artwork, gardening, photography and creative writing. She hasgiven several lectures at Not For Profit Organizations and throughout the Pandemic Year she conducted a class in creativewriting once a week for India Home seniors. She is ..read more
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Words of Appreciation on the Graceful Couple of India Home, Ushaben & Bharat Shah
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by admin
8M ago
Written by: Jayant & Veena Kulkarni Ushaben & Bharat Shah… Promissory note: Two years ago just for curiosity, we went to our neighborhood area Satya Narayan Mandir for the grand opening event of ‘India Home A Center For Senior’ upon request by Manoo Ramchandani who is the mandir manager and our good friend. There were South Asian Community senior people like us along with other dignitaries. An enthusiastic lady on the podium was telling the history about India Home in front of large crowd. She spoke like a ambassador of IH and conveyed the messag ..read more
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Senior Co-Living at India Home
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by admin
8M ago
Written by: Sumi Sarkar In a heartwarming celebration of togetherness, India Home proudly inaugurated its senior co-living space on January 16th, 2024.   Esteemed guests, including President of the Borough of Queens, Donovan Richards Jr., graced a momentous ribbon-cutting ceremony.  initiative redefines the concept of elderly care, offering a haven that resonates with the warmth and comfort of one’s “Maayeka,” or mother’s house. At India Home, the essence of co-living transcends beyond mere accommodation; it embodies the spirit of familial bonds, fostering joy, safety, and unparalle ..read more
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