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Diwali Sweets
Diwali Sweets For your dining pleasure we have collected these sweets recipes from all the different states of India Shrikhand (Sweetened yogurt with saffron) Serves 6-8 2½ cups plain yogurt (20 fl. oz.) 1 Tbsp warm milk ¼ tsp saffron ¼ tsp elaichi (cardamom) powder …
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USCIS to Welcome Nearly 20,000 New U.S. Citizens in Naturalization Ceremonies Around Presidents Day
WASHINGTON—U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will honor the birth of our nation’s first president, George Washington, and all presidents who have led this country by welcoming nearly 20,000 new U.S. citizens during more than 180 naturalization ceremonies across the country between February 12 – 22. …
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Immigration Q and A
Author by Edward Boreth Q. I would like to get married to my fiancée in India. I am a US citizen. What is the best way to bring her here? A. You have several options. First, you can apply for a fiancé visa (K1) for …
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Ask the Expert
Author by Nisha Jani Ask the Expert The new year is fully upon us. It’s a new chance to progress with our goals – and for many of us, one of those goals is better health. So while you load up on protein shakes and …
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Get to Know: Nidhi Chanani, Illustrator
Author by Rina Shah The Arpan Group Freelance artist Nidhi Chanani has drawn over 700 illustrations, earning admiration and accolades for her whimsical and endearing portrayals of everyday life. Born in Calcutta and raised in Southern California, Chanani’s experiences both as an Indian American and …
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Ask the Accountant
Author by Umang Thakkar What should I do now to make filing my taxes in April easier? Taxes for 2015 are due on or before April 18, 2016 (due to Emancipation day holiday in Washington D.C. being observed on April 15. While you have more …
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Padma Awards 2016
This year there were a plethora of accomplished people awarded with the highly prestigious Padma Vibhushan, India’s second highest civilian award. Other imminent individuals also received the Padma Bhushan and the Padma Shri. Each of the awardees were recognized for their unprecedented contribution in …
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Desi TV Feb 2016
Kishwer merchant breaks fans’ hearts In the latest turn of events on the popular series Bigg Boss, Kishwer Merchant walked out on day 89 of the show. Kishwar, who was considered as one of the strongest contestants BB9, quit the Ticket to Finale task in …
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Bollywood News Feb 2016
Dilwale and Bajirao Mastani head to head The two big-budget productions went head to head on December 18, 2015. Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s war epic Bajirao Mastani starring Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopraand Rohit Shetty’s action comedy Dilwale starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Varun Dhawan, and Kriti …
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