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ONE ON ONE Chennai (IANS) Actor Nakul, who was recently seen in sleeper hit "Tamiluku En Ondrai Azhuthavum" and has been part of the Tamil industry for over a decade, says critical success doesn't matter anymore as everybody has become money minded. "Today, I don't think critical success matters anymore. It has to be commercial success. Producers have become very moolah-conscious, especially with the entry of big studios and corporate. When you take all these factors into consideration, you ought to have a good film to survive." "If a new hero is coming into the market, he has to create an impact with the box office business; otherwise it's tough to survive. Becoming a hero is easy, but staying one in the top league is extremely tough," he said.
Basking in the success of his latest film, Nakul says he has been waiting since 2009 for a hit. "I accepted 'Tamiluku Ena' merely as an obligation when the producer of my last film, 'Naan Rajavaga Pogiren', which didn't do well, came back to me with an offer. I was touched by his gesture. And when I heard the script, I was blown away and decided I had to do this film," he said. "I knew there was something about the film that'll work in our favour but I never anticipated this kind of success, which even got me appreciation from some industry bigwigs such as A.R. Murugadoss and Shankar," he said, and added that a hit is welcome anytime in one's career. Nakul also believes that "Tamiluku Ena" was more like a test for him, and that its success gave him the reassurance that he is on the right track in his career. It also made him realise that it's perfectly alright to wait for the right script to come along. Having made his cinematic debut in film maker Shankar-directed 2003 Tamil film "Boys", Nakul has only starred in eight films so far. Nakul says he doesn't know why he couldn't do more films. "I believe luck plays a major part in this industry. See, I can only choose from the offers I get. I don't have a long queue of directors outside my house waiting to cast me. I've always been more inclined towards quality than quantity. But I'm really happy with my career and I have no complaints," he said. Is he jealous of the fact that his friends who started their careers alongside him have been more successful? "I'm actually proud of my friends. Since 'Boys', they were extremely committed and had planned what they want to do next. I've never planned my career the way people usually do. It was on the last day on the sets of 'Boys' that I asked myself what I want to do next," he said. "Singing kept me alive, but that wasn't what I wanted to do," he added. Despite his share of hits and flops, Nakul says it has always been a constant struggle in the industry. He will next be seen in Tamil comedy "Narathan".
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LOVE PRESCRIPTION
London (IANS) How many times do you say 'I love you' to your spouse even after completing 10 years of living under one roof? Well, if you are looking for an answer, here it is. According to a research, after spending 10 years with the same person, just 33 percent of men and women still tell their partner they love them.
What's more, just 11 percent described themselves as head-over-heels in love with their significant other while one in five said their days of being "in love" are over after spending a considerable amount of time together, according to a survey by YouGov, an international internet-based British market research firm. Relationships seem to take on a more 'practical' nature the longer two people remain together. "The partnership is less about love and affection and more about ease and dependability," researchers found. Most married couples don’t spend quality time: The thought of tying the knot or exchanging marital vows with your loved one might be exciting, but if one goes by a survey, the spark in a relationship dies down gradually after getting married. On the occasion of World Marriage Day, which falls Feb 8 this year, Bajaj Discover has released findings of a survey titled “Bajaj Discover - IMRB Relationship Survey”. “We had conducted an in-depth survey across India to understand relationships between married couple pre- and post-marriage, as well as bike usage habits," Sumeet Narang, vice president, marketing Bajaj Auto Ltd, said in a statement. "The survey revealed interesting findings on how the zing in relationships goes missing a few years into marriage. It also throws light on bike usage habits and the role it plays in their lives and relationships,” he added. On quality time being spent with each other, 57 percent couples said that it reduced gradually over the two years of marriage, coupled with a significant decline in planning a surprise for each other by 50 percent. Attributing long work hours, chasing household commitments, daily commute and more, married couples longed to grab ‘me’ time over long bike rides, which
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BEAUTY SECRETS
New Delhi (IANS) From opting for fresh sunscreen, hydrating your body with summer scented lotion to not using hard makeup, ensure you take the right steps for skincare without having to spend much money, says an expert. Knock off each step on skin care tips for glowing skin and you'll be ready to pull out your favorite summer dress in no time, says Manoj Khanna, aesthetic and cosmetic surgeon of Enhance Clinics. Here are some tips: Exfoliate your body: It's very important to exfoliate your skin. Your body sheds skin cells at an amazing rate every minute of everyday. If you don't get rid of them, they'll just sitting on your skin making you look dull and dry. No matter how much lotion you use, you're never going to have glowing skin if you don't exfoliate. Gently rub your exfoliator in circular movements on your entire body from the shoulders down (you'll want a facial exfoliator for your face and neck) and rinse clean. Continue to do this two-three times a week for year-round beautiful skin.
Go for fresh sunscreen: Throw away last year's unused sunscreen for a new bottle. Sunscreens aren't meant to last forever. Buy a new sunscreen that has UVA and UVB products and comes in SPF 30 and SPF 70. You should be using a full shot glass for your body and a full teaspoon just on your face. Reapply every one or two hours that you are in the sun to ensure a summer full of safe sun fun.
Hydrate your body with a summer-scented lotion: Find a summery lotion that you won't forget to put on. It's time to pack away your thick winter body butters for more light summery lotions. You don't have time to wait for your lotion to sink in, so look for something light, fast absorbing. Gels and purees are perfect fast absorbers. Nothing spells summer more than a light refreshing fruity lotion. Don't forget your feet: Winter boots have long since been packed away; it's sandal season ladies. Either go or get a pedicure (try a beauty school if cost is a factor), or give yourself an at-home pedicure. You scrub off the dead dry skin to reveal your sandal ready feet. Nothing is worse than seeing dull dry feet inside cute sandals. It doesn't have to be a big ordeal. Keep a foot scrub and file in your shower and scrub your feet a few times a week. You'll notice a big difference in the softness of your feet.
Avoid makeup: During summer, less makeup is best. Under the intolerant sun natural looks are best. If you intend to use foundation then also apply face powder with SPF to avoid patchy skin. To protect your lips always use a gloss or a lip balm with an SPF of 15 to make your lips fresher. Eye make is something which should be very much avoided in summer.
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THE TRAVELLER
Cairo (IANS) In the middle of the vast and eerily desolate landscape on the outskirts of Cairo stand the iconic pyramids of Giza and the great Sphinx, a riveting sight that took my breath away. For a moment, it felt like time stood still as I gazed at the surreal beauty and grandeur of the man-made marvels that have defined Egypt from time immemorial. The three pyramids of Cheops (Khufu), Chephren (Khafre) and Mycernius (Menkaure) in front of me made up for the long walk under the scorching sun on the hot desert sand while the gentle breeze in the shade provided by the massive pyramid walls cleaned the sweat beads on my forehead. A specimen of fine human engineering and robust construction techniques present in ancient Egyptian civilization, the pyramids have stood the test of time and left many archaeologists of the world baffled. "Ladies and gentlemen, this is the time you guys have all been waiting for," said our local guide Sheriff Hassan in heavily accented English as he excitedly pointed with both his hands towards the pyramids in the background. According to Hassan, who works with Lady Egypt Tours based in Giza, back in ancient Egypt it was common for kings and queens to construct pyramids for themselves when they were alive as a final place to rest in their afterlife. 22
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The materials used were two different types of limestone weighing between two and 15 tones. The first pyramid - Djoser - was built in Saqqara on the west bank of the river Nile, the site of royal burials since around 2100 BC, but following many instances of robbers breaking into pyramids to steal jewelry and other valuables buried alongside kings, the practice was stopped about 1,000 years ago, said Hassan. Besides the famous pyramids, cultural highlights in Cairo include the Egyptian museum, which has a separate section for human and animal mummies. Housing the world's most extensive collection of pharaonic antiquities, the museum exhibits the treasures of Tutankhamun, wooden models of daily life, statuettes of divinities, and a rare group of Faiyum Portraits. Moving down south is the tourist hotspot of Luxor which provides an opportunity to explore historical sites like the Valley of Kings and Queens on the Nile's west bank while riding on a hot air balloon which can easily be the highlight of your trip. Just indulge yourself in a felucca cruise on the Nile. Sit back and reflect on life as gentle gusts of wind form ripple patterns on the surface of the Nile - among the world's longest rivers and on the banks of which lives 96 percent of the Egyptian population.
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THE FOODIE GRAPEFRUIT Grapefruit is an excellent source of vitamin C, folate and potassium, as well as fibre. Pink grapefruits are particularly rich in the antioxidant lycopene.
Pick an assortment of fruits and veggies to be a part of your daily diet as they come packed with essential nutrients and vitamins. The orange pigment found in pumpkin and sweet potatoes, for instance, contains the antioxidant beta carotene known to promote eye health. And, the red pigment found in pink grapefruit contains the antioxidant lycopene linked with prostate health. Here are other nutritious food items that should be part of your diet.
BRUSSEL SPROUTS They may look like miniature versions of cabbage but don’t be fooled by their size. Brussel sprouts are rich in phytochemicals and believed to have antioxidant properties and a great anti-cancer fighter. You can enjoy them by roasting them and sautÊing them with olive oil, served with a drizzle of honey.
PEARS Rich in fibre, pears are also a good source of vitamin C. You can consume them by baking or poaching them and add it to a salad.
SWEET POTATOES Sweet potatoes are rich in the antioxidant betacarotene and are also full of fibre, vitamin B6, folate, vitamin C and the mineral potassium. They are especially nutritious when eaten with the skin on and contrary to a popular perceptions, they are not fattening! They taste good as a baked snack. Bake or roast them, and serve with a drizzle of olive oil. 24
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KIWI Kiwi is rich in vitamin C, potassium and fibre. You can add it to a salad or simply enjoy it whole. APPLES Good for dieters Apples are a rich source of fibre, which keeps you feeling full for a longer period without contributing to any additional calories.
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HEALTH & FITNESS
Our calorieladen diets are generating more ill health than physical inactivity, alcohol and smoking combined, reveals significant research. The results bust the myth that anyone - and that includes athletes can outrun a bad diet. “The evidence now suggests that up to 40 percent of those within a normal weight (BMI) range will none the less harbor harmful metabolic abnormalities typically associated with obesity,” warned experts in an editorial that appeared in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Few people realise this and many wrongly believe that obesity is entirely due to lack of exercise a perception that is firmly rooted in corporate marketing. The prevalence of diabetes increases 11-fold for every 150 additional sugar calories consumed daily, compared with the equivalent amount of calories consumed as fat. The evidence now suggests that carbs are no better. Recent research indicates that cutting down on dietary carbohydrate is the single most effective approach for reducing all of the features of the metabolic syndrome and should be the primary strategy for treating diabetes, with benefits occurring even in the absence of weight loss. Furthermore, research suggests that rather than carbohydrate 26
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loading ahead of intense exercise, athletes would be better off adopting a high fat low-carb diet. The food environment needs to be changed so that people automatically make healthy choices, suggest the authors. This "will have far greater impact on population health than counseling or education. Healthy choice must become the easy choice", they wrote. They describe the public relations tactics of the food industry as "chillingly similar to those of Big Tobacco", which deployed denial, doubt, confusion and “bent scientists” to convince the public that smoking was not linked to lung cancer. “Celebrity endorsements of sugary drinks and the association of junk food and sport must end," they declared, adding that health clubs and gyms need to set an example by removing the sale of these products from their premises. Public health messaging has unhelpfully focused on maintaining a “healthy weight” through calorie counting but it is the source of the calories that matters. “Sugar calories promote fat storage and hunger. Fat calories induce fullness or satiation,” they contended. “Let us bust the myth of physical inactivity and obesity. You can't outrun a bad diet," they concluded. FOR ADVERTISING CALL 404-246-3256
FASHION TRENS
Colonial gentleman’s clothing ... now a fashion trend… What was once seen as the colonial gentleman’s clothing is now a fashion trend… take a look at the twists taken by the breeches… IT didn’t quite start out as a fashion statement to be tailored for the first time in the year 1890. Jodhpur pants are traditionally a take on the churidaar used mainly in Rajasthan. It’s known that Sir Pratap Singh, one of the younger sons of the Maharajah of Jodhpur at the time was the one to have perfected this particular style of pants. These were worn mostly to make horse-riding a comfortable practice. Originally, Jodhpurs looked quite similar to the breeches from the West, where fabric at the hip was loose to ensure comfort and tightened from the calf to the ankle to avoid rubbing while riding. However, Sir Pratap Singh was also responsible for popularizing the Jodhpur pants in England, which had its share of breeches already, something that was part of a young boy’s wardrobe as soon as he turned into an adult. In a more present scenario, the Jodhpur pants, which are still worn in Rajasthan during weddings and special occasions, have become a fashionable item in a man and even a woman’s wardrobe. Designer Ramesh Dembla, says, “The traditional Jodhpur trousers have evolved in different ways. But the garment continues to remain as elegant as it was, from the day one. However these trousers can be carried off in the right way only by few,” informs Ramesh. On the question of what best can be sported along with it, he says, “You can’t afford to pick something too casual for Jodhpur pants. Preferably, a waist coast or a jacket is what you should be wearing with it.” Model Zoheb Yusuf, who has worn breeches and Jodhpur pants for many fashion shows, says, “I think they look absolutely cool. With a well-fitted waist coast to go along with it, they make a big fashion statement,” adding, “I think John Abraham carries it off really well. This costume requires a good physic to pull it off and he does it best.” Photographer Waseem Khan is yet another person who loves his Jodhpurs. “Since it’s baggy from waist to the knee, these pants are incredibly comfortable. However, it requires a certain technique to wear them in the right way. One rule is to wear the right top,” he offers. The different kinds of fabric used to make the garment have evolved to create something that looks less cumbersome and offers the same comfort level, without flaring at thighs and hips.
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PARENTING how can we pass on that information to a six-year-old who will never understand the moral behind the story where a crow fills up a cracked vase with stones to drink water on a very hot summer’s day? It’s the mineral water generation anyway. Kids are kids only as long as they’re babies today, they just zoom from young adults to adults. I met a 12-year-old boy recently who is on a ‘diet’ because he understands that he won’t be as popular with the girls if he were not lean.
I looked around the medium-sized apartment and wondered why they had three television sets in the first place. “Why don’t you encourage him to go out and play?” I offered, very, I repeat, very, meekly. “WHERE?” she whined. Okay, so I have been told that the children of the new age don’t grow up the way we did. They have a different rate of metabolism and they work on the triple tempo mechanism. Whatever we did, they do it thrice as faster and thrice as earlier. A few people that I know, who do have kids, ranging from zero to 15, are of the opinion that their children will never know the joys of a real childhood and it’s all because of the virtual distractions that rule their lives. There are cartoon shows, reality shows, movies, video games and now Facebook and Justin Bieber. In comparison, hopscotch is an endangered phenomenon. Gone are the days when we played I Spy or Ludo and other street games and then came home at sundown to do our homework. Street games are of course out of the question because there are no ‘safe’ streets anymore, which is why parents find it easier to go out and buy a PlayStation to keep their child and his/her friends entertained. However, I am beginning to believe that television, computers and social networking sites have very little to do with the way these kids’ lives have turned out. The fault is ours. We took Tintin out of their hands and put a remote control into those tiny palms. And we showed the tots off when they became computer geniuses. We pushed them into this. In a more intellectually reticent society, virtual compensations found it easier to invade our lives. When we have forgotten the folk tales we grew up on, 32
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No more Famous Five, Aesop’s Fables or such like ironically, a few old-school TV channels tried to bring back stories of the past with the help of animation or real life series. But I am quite certain that only a handful of kids actually watch them. A good question was put to me this morning. If we had learnt what these kids know today, 30 years ago, would we have been as advanced? I hope not.
—Priyadarshini Nandy “I tell you — if that boy watches any more TV I will disconnect all three in the house,” said my very disgruntled friend, glaring at her 12-year old flipping through various channels and then finally settling on a action series.
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AROUND TOWN
Each year Atlanta’s premier dance and music academy Geet-Rung School of Dance and Music showcases its annual program that coincides with Mother’s Day. Following the trend Geet-Rung presented another spectacular dance show ‘Naari’- A tribute to woman on May 10th at Gwinnett Performing Arts center. As always the event was dedicated to the worthy cause of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, all proceeds to be donated to St. Jude to help find cures for childhood cancer, and where no child is denied treatment. Worth mentioning that Geet-Rung hosted a Musical evening ‘Shaam-ESangeet’ on December 7th, 2014 to support Ekal Vidyalaya of Atlanta and set the record by raising hundred Ekal schools to support education for children rural parts of India. Divya Srivastava, founder and director of Geet-Rung brilliantly put together the dance show ‘Naari’ celebrating all aspects of a woman through Kathak, folk, fusion and Bollywood choreographies. ‘Naari’ jisme Radha hai, Sita hai, Mohini hai, Laxmi hai, Parvati hai, Durga hai, duniya ki har Shakti hai, Naari the ultimate of all creation and bearer of all humans. Emcees Aqsa Farooqui and Sunny Sachdeva welcomed the audience, kept them informed and entertained throughout the show. The Ekal representative Ajay Upadhyaya presented a slide presentation explaining the mission and aim of ‘Ekal’. He thanked Divya and Pankaj for their continued support to Ekal Vidyalaya and sharing their talent to help raise funds for such non profit organizations. According to Divya Srivastava ‘I want all my students to understand the importance of the community service and how they can use their talent to help others in need’. This not only teaches them great values of life but also gives them self-confidence, motivation and leadership skills’. After the grand finale, Divya extended her thanks to student’s parents for their cooperation and support and countless volunteers who had put in hard work behind stage to make the program a huge success. 34
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She also wished happy Mother’s Day to all the women. Trophies were awarded to all the students, other participants and Volunteers. Student of the year medals were awarded to Pooja Sharma (Madhyama Purna), Kareena Kumar ( Praveshika Purna) Samiksha Gaherwar (Praveshika Pratham) and Shivangi Panda (Prarambhik) for highest scores earned in the Kathak exams. Certificates were awarded to the top 5 Fundraising students namely Devika Sharma, Manika Bhatia, Aafreen Anjum, Milee Patel and Aria Upadhyaya. Divya was very proud of them and named them ‘five little Angels’ who can bring light in the dark life of children fighting for their lives. She acknowledged the Manager at Geet-Rung, Shweta Dubey for her constant help round the year and outstanding support during the recital. Stage Light was creatively taken care by Shweta Shetty. Backstage management by Anar Sharma, Varsha Ariyakula and Shreya Dubey. Photography by Lavanya Palaparthy. Sound and Visual by Pankaj Bhargava, Divya’s equally talented husband and Atlanta’s well known singer. This year’s show boasts to be one of the best in the past. According to one of the student’s parent, Divya’s creativity knows no bound. Slow or fast, Kathak or fusion, Divya can bring life to any kind of composition. According to other, there was no time to blink and every moment of it was immensely enjoyable. Overall, a magnificent show for a noble cause!
— Shweta Dubey
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March 21 , 2015 was a day to celebrate the musical talent of Atlanta, who came together at the grand stage of Southern Polytechnic’s Joe Mack Wilson Theater, with one mission: To support the launch of SEWA International’s unique initiative for community “Family services”. The mission of “Family Services” project of SEWA, a nonprofit charity organization, promoting selfless service through its chapters in cities and towns across the United States, is to create awareness about its various humanitarian efforts to help families in critical situation by connecting them with right information and resources and providing a helping hand through a network of volunteers who are certified professional in various fields. On the launch of this much needed program, SEWA International organized first of its kind, Bollywood Musical concert – Voice of Atlanta, where the eight top performers from various local competitions like Atlanta Idol enthralled the audience with their versatile singing and kept them spell bound for three hours. The program began in traditional manner with Ganesh Vandana and lighting of Diya by Kusum Khurana, the president of VHPA, SE region. The beautiful dazzling stage with intelligent lighting designed by Sensation Entertainment and Event Productions looked stunning with SEWA and VOA Logos in the middle of the stage. Two large screens on each side of the stage projected live view of the stage with multiple cameras. Yashwant Belsare, a retired educator and a 36
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veteran volunteer of HSS and SEWA, who moved to Atlanta recently and will be responsible for SEWA community outreach, spoke about SEWA’s work to make this world a better place for all and how we all can help and support its activities. The program concluded with vote of thanks by Voice of Atlanta’s program director, Shyam Gupta, who thanked all the SEWA volunteers for their hard work and enthusiasm to put together the program so successfully within a short period of time. He thanked the singers and dance teams for joining hands with SEWA in its noble efforts. All the participants were awarded plaques and token of appreciation, by well-known community leader Amitabh Sharma. Shyam Gupta also acknowledged the support of Venkat Kuttua for the photography, Vakiti Creations for Videography. He said that Voice of Atlanta was conceived to provide a grand platform to the talented singers of Atlanta who win at various competitions every year and showcase their talent to a wide and diverse audience. As the slogan of VOA says-“Stars are born, we make them super stars”, SEWA –VOA will be back next year with the Super Stars of 2015.” To know more about SEWA International please visit www.sewausa.org or find us on face book at Sewa International USA- Atlanta and join us in the good work.
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The 27th annual Convention & Banquet of Georgia Association of Physicians of Indian Heritage (GAPI) was held on Saturday, May 2nd at Crowne Plaza Hotel in perimeter North, Atlanta, GA. The remarkable year of 2014-2015 led by the president Dr. Indran Indrakrishnan and the executive committee with many milestone events throughout the period culminated in the very colorful, grand celebration of convention & banquet which turned out to be a cherry on top. The day started with the GAPI Board Meeting followed by the well attended medical education sessions. End of the day was the lively evening that included magnificent entertainment, inspiring & outstanding speeches by renowned members of the community and distribution of awards. The board meeting was chaired by the outgoing chairman of GAPI Board of trustees, Dr. Santanu Das. Among many important matters, roles of standing committees, upgrading the website and elections by laws were discussed. Dr Sreeni Gangasani was elected as the new chairman of GAPI board of Trustees. The medical education sessions that followed was chaired by Dr P.K. Natrajan and moderated by Dr. Hemant Yagnick. Many diversified topics such as Tele Medicine for Rural India, Cyber threat in Medicine: Risky bites, current trends in medical practice ownerships, Familial hyperlipidemia and Anemia work up for Primary care physicians were the fascinating topics presented and discussed. GAPI president Dr. Indrakrishnan thanked the organizations which worked with GAPI in conducting many successful social and fundraising events over the last one year. This included APPNA, IACA, Third eye 38
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dancers, Soldiers’ angels, Tapestry, BAPS & India Cultural Exchange of Emory University (ICE). He specially appreciated Indian Consul General Office for their kindness in closely working with GAPI in their many official events including visits of Prime minister Mr. Narendar Modi, Health minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Indian foreign secretary Mr. Jaishankar and Indian foreign ministry spokesperson Mr. Vikas Swarup. He appreciated the help & guidance from the GAPI executive committee, Board of trustees, Board of Directors, Local media and other well wishers in making his tenure a memorable one for GAPI and the community. He also thanked the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, the grand sponsor of the event, and all other sponsors for supporting this grand event. He then introduced the new GAPI executive team for 2015 -16 which consists of Dr. Sudha Tata( President), Dr. Vijay Maurya (President- elect), Dr Raghu Lolabhattu (secretary) and Dr. Syamala Erramilli (treasurer). Even in the midst of an incredible evening of enjoyment, the pain & suffering of people of Nepal struck by earth quake were not at all forgotten. Dr. Prashant Garimella made an elaborate presentation as to the plight of this community and initiated a fund raising campaign on the floor. More than $3000 dollars was collected within few minutes as the seed money and the efforts will continue with more philanthropic activities for long term rehabilitation. The lovely evening ended with the scrumptious dinner provided by Urban Spice followed by DJ & dance. ByteGraphs provided the audio visual service & stunning lighting effects. The grand decorations of the venue were elegantly done by Sterling DÊcor. FOR ADVERTISING CALL 404-246-3256
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MONEYWISE
Filing a past due return may not be as difficult as you think. Taxpayers should file all tax returns that are due, regardless of whether full payment can be made with the return. Depending on an individual's circumstances, a taxpayer filing late may qualify for a payment plan. It is important, however, to know that full payment of taxes upfront saves you money.
installment agreement over a greater period of time.
A monthly payment plan or installment agreement gives a taxpayer more time to pay. However, penalties and interest will continue to be charged on the unpaid portion of the debt throughout the duration of the installment agreement/payment plan. Taxpayers who owe $25,000 or less in combined tax, penalties and interest can apply for and receive immediate notification of approval through an IRS web-based application. Balances over $25,000 require taxpayers to complete a financial statement to determine the monthly payment amount for an installment plan.
When it comes to paying your tax bill, it is important to review all your options; the interest rate on a loan or credit card may be lower than the combination of penalties and interest imposed by the Internal Revenue Code. You should pay as much as possible before entering into an installment agreement.
You can also pay your Federal taxes using a major credit card or debit card. There is no IRS fee for credit or debit card payments, but the processing companies charge a convenience fee or flat fee.
A user fee will also be charged if the installment agreement is approved. The fee, normally $120, is reduced to $52 if taxpayers agree to make their monthly payments electronically through electronic funds withdrawal. The fee is $43 for eligible low-and-moderate-income taxpayers.
What Happens If You Don't File a Past Due Return or Contact the IRS?
It's important to understand the ramifications of not filing a past due return and the steps that the IRS will take. Taxpayers who continue to not file a required return and fail to respond to IRS requests for a return may be considered for a variety of enforcement actions.
Here's What to Do When Your Return Is Late
Gather Past Due Return Information: Gather return information and come see us. You should bring any and all information related to income and deductions for the tax years for which a return is required to be filed. Payment Options - Ways to Make a Payment: There are several different ways to make a payment on your taxes. Payments can be made by credit card, electronic funds transfer, check, money order, cashier's check, or cash. Payment Options - For Those Who Can't Pay in Full
Taxpayers unable to pay all taxes due on the bill are encouraged to pay as much as possible. By paying as much as possible now, the amount of interest and penalties owed will be lessened. Based on the circumstances, a taxpayer could qualify for an extension of time to pay, an installment agreement, a temporary delay, or an offer in compromise. Taxpayers who need more time to pay can set up either a short-term payment extension or a monthly payment plan.
A short-term extension gives a taxpayer an additional 60 to 120 days to pay. No fee is charged, but the late-payment penalty plus interest will apply. Generally taxpayers will pay less in penalties and interest than if the debt were repaid through an AFZAL MITHWANI CPA, EA, PFS (P) 770-817-7000 (Q) 770-817-7001 afzal@univisioncpa.com
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HIGH TECH GRIP
It’s one of the most pressing concerns facing most youngsters these days: the dreaded Facebook “friend request” from a parent! For most young people, Facebook is a tool to openly express what they feel and conform to their peer group by posting pictures of themselves partying, hanging out and sometimes, just acting crazy. So what happens when this cocoon of safety and freedom from prying eyes is pierced by the sight of your parent, wanting to be friends with you on the website? Do you accept the request, ignore it or block your mom or dad? Content analyst Rupsa Ray says that when she first saw her mother’s ‘friend request’, she was stunned and reluctant to accept it. But later, having no choice, she did allow her mom into her virtual friends circle. “My mother has never asked me about my status updates or photos. She is very noninterfering. There are some photos of me drinking and partying 46
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with my friends, but my mom and extended family all know that I drink socially. My brother, however, hasn’t been so liberal and has added filters to keep them from viewing his news feeds, updates and photos,” she smiles. An engineering student, on condition of anonymity, states that he has actively ignored friend suggestions of parents and would promptly refuse friend requests from them. “I don’t want to provide any justifications or explanations in the questioning sessions that I know will follow. I like to freely express my thoughts and post any photos I like, without a sword over my head,” he adds mischievously. The phenomenon even has a website dedicated to it myparentsjoinedfacebook.com, which greets the visitor with ‘Oh Crap. My parents joined Facebook,’ adding, ‘Congratulations! Your parents just joined Facebook. Your life is officially over.’ The site also invites responses from individuals to vent out their feelings on their parents’ arrival on Facebook. Law student Aniruddha Kulkarni, is a rare bird, having brought his mother to Facebook, creating an account for her and becoming her first friend on the networking website. “My mother has access to all my content. She isn’t very active on Facebook, so it’s cool. But there was this one time when she’d freaked out after seeing a photo I was tagged in, which had me hugging a girl. Even though she isn’t orthodox, she is a little conservative and was startled. She asked me if I went around hugging girls in college and having pictures clicked,” he laughs. A mother of two young sons, on condition of anonymity, states that she does go check her sons’ profiles on Facebook, to see who they interact with and the level of intimacy those interactions carry, especially ones with the opposite sex. “Children have two completely different personas at home and online. FOR ADVERTISING CALL 404-246-3256
CHAI LOUNGE INDIA CAN MEET THE SKILLED MANPOWER NEEDS OF THE WORLD The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, said India had made the transformation from a country worried about its "brain-drain," to a country that thinks of "brain-gain." Inaugurating the first Global Exhibition on Services in New Delhi, Prime Minister Modi said India had vast potential to meet the skilled manpower needs of the entire world, and called for a careful mapping of global needs, which India could fulfill over the next decade. Stating that Human Resource is India's biggest asset. India had the capability to become a crucial provider of resource called skilled manpower.
FDI BY OVERSEAS INDIANS MADE EASIER New Delhi (IANS) The union cabinet on Thursday approved review of the foreign direct investment (FDI) policy to make investments by overseas Indians easier. Overseas Indians comprise NRIs, Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs). Investment by NRIs under Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) will be deemed to be a domestic investment at par with investments made by residents. The cabinet has approved redefining an NRI as an individual resident outside India who is citizen of India or is an OCI cardholder within the meaning of Section 7 (A) of the Citizenship Act, 1955, while PIOs who have registered under a central government notification of August 19, 2002, will also be deemed OCIs.
US-INDIANS RAISE HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS FOR NEPAL WASHINGTON: Indian-Americans, along with the small Nepali community, are raising hundreds of thousands of dollars to help the victims in the quake-hit Nepal. Grocery stores, gas stations owned by Indian-Americans and temples have kept donation boxes outside for the people to donate generously. Several temples in California and Maryland have been making special effort to collect funds for the quake victims. "We are committed to provide support for the immediate relief and rehabilitation effort in the worst affected areas of Nepal," said Chandrakant Patel 50
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CHAI LOUNGE INDIAN-AMERICAN KID GRADUATES WITH THREE DEGREES Washington (IANS) An 11-year-old Indian-American kid, has graduated from a Californian college with three associate degrees in math, science and foreign language studies. At an age, when most kids of his age are busy scrolling through iPads or smartphones, this Indian American is different. Tanishq Abraham is now the youngest person to graduate from American River College in Sacramento, California, KCRA Sacramento reported. “This is not much of a big deal to me," said Abraham, who graduated with a 4.0 score and three associate degrees. Abraham not only plans to become a doctor, but also win a Nobel Prize. Besides, he wants to become the US president in future. He even received a congratulatory letter from the US President Barack Obama.
NINE INDIAN STUDENTS WIN AWARDS AT PRESTIGIOUS INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE, ENGINEERING FAIR New York (IANS) An Indian American student won the prestigious Intel Foundation Young Scientist Award Friday, while nine students from across India won awards in various categories and five US students were awarded science trips to India at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (IISEF) in Pttsburgh. More than 200 Indian American students were among the finalists at the IISEF, having won regional competitions across the US.
HINDU POPULATION UP IN US, BECOMES FOURTH-LARGEST FAITH New York (IANS) Fueled by immigration, America's Hindu population has reached 2.23 million, an increase of about one million or 85.8 percent since 2007, making Hinduism the fourth-largest faith, according to estimates based on wide-ranging study of religions in the nation. The proportion of Hindus in the US population rose from 0.4 percent in 2007 to 0.7 percent last year, according to the Pew Research Center's "Religious Landscape Study" published Tuesday. The US census does not ask questions about religion. The Pew Research Center, an independent Washington-based organization, surveyed more than 35,000 people across the US to fill this gap and arrive at the statistics. 52
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CHAI LOUNGE SONAM KAPOOR GOES BLUE FOR CANNES RED CARPET Cannes (IANS) Flaunting her cobalt blue floor-sweeping gown, created by designers Ralph & Russo, Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor took the centre stage at the 68th Cannes International Film Festival. The 29-year-old, who made her fifth Cannes appearance on Saturday representing L’Oréal Paris, sent the shutterbugs in a frenzy as she walked the red carpet in the striking blue gown paired with a matte orange lip colour. Her hair in a gorgeous shade of praline brown were styled in soft loose curls that cascaded over her shoulder. The “Khoobsurat” actress has mostly impressed fashion critics worldwide with her sartorial choices every year.
YOUR DRESSING SAYS A LOT, SAYS ALIA BHATT New Delhi (IANS) Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt, who has launched the spring summer 2015 line of ladies fashion accessories brand Caprese, agrees that a person's dressing reflects one's personality. She suggests a complete look, taking care of even the handbag that you carry. “I feel a lot can be said from your dressing, and a nice accessory such as a good handbag always completes the look. Giving out her styling tip, Alia added: “A little skirt, a white tee, and some neon shoes and the Caprese Pearla tote, it’s perfect.” The new collection depicts the light colors, apt for the summer and is very fashionable. Caprese is for all the fashionistas out there,” Alia said in a statement.
SHOULD DO AN ACTION FILM TOGETHER: STALLONE TWEETS TO SALMAN Mumbai (IANS) Sylvester Stallone and Salman Khan have a mutual admiration society, it seems. The Hollywood star is all praise for the "super talented Indian superstar", and has thrown up a suggestion to the "Dabangg" star to do an action film together. Salman posted on his Twitter page: "Agar kisi ko follow karna hai? Bahar ka... Inko follow karo @TheSlyStallone. Aapke Hero ka hero Sylvester Stallone The “Rambo” star replied to Salman, tweeting: “Would like to thank the super talented Indian superstar SALMAN KHAN the Compliment he Tweeted! We should do an ACTION FILM together."
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MOVIE BUZZ
Ishqedarriyaan RELEASE DATE: MAY 29, 2015 STARRING: EVELYN SHARMA, MAHAAKSHAY CHAKRABORTY, MOHIT DUTTA Mumbai (IANS) Actor Mohit Dutta, who is making his debut with romantic "Ishqedarriyaan", says his character in the film is as important as that of Mahaakshay Chakraborty's character. "The viewers are aware that Mimoh (Mahaakshay) is playing the lead role in 'Ishqedarriyaan', but my character Arjun is as important and as strong as Mimoh's character as I'm the parallel lead of the film. My character plays a key role in taking the story forward." "The story is completely intense. And it's about how he falls in love and how sacrifices bring about a twist in the narrative of the story. I'm excited about the film, but at the same time, a bit of nervousness is justified for any debutant," he added.
ABCD2 RELEASE DATE: JUNE 19, 2015 STARRING: PRABHU DEVA, PUNIT PATHAK, VARUN DHAWAN, SHRADDHA KAPOOR Mumbai (IANS) Actor Varun Dhawan, who is a die-hard fan of Govinda and his dancing talent, says there is small homage to the comic star in his forthcoming film "ABCD 2". "You will see Indian steps in the film and there is a small section in the film which is a homage to Govinda," While shooting for the film, the actor learnt different forms of dancing and also did aerial silk, and he is happy about that. "ABCD 2" is a sequel to Remo D'Souza's 2013 dance based 3D film "ABCD - AnyBody Can Dance"
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Dil Dhadakne Do RELEASE DATE: JUNE 05, 2015 STARRING: ANIL KAPPOOR, ANUSHKA SHARMA, RANVEER SINGH, PRIYANKA CHOPRA, FARHAN AKHTAR Mumbai (IANS) "Dil Dhadakne Do" is about this Punjabi family on a cruise across the Mediterranean, and how they discover love and friendship during their vacation. They fight on silliest things due to difference in their ideologies. The main story unfolds on a journey through a cruise liner. The troop will be going on an extensive multi-city tour to promote the highly anticipated film, and if all goes as planned they will also be joined by Pluto, the dog who plays a pivotal role in the movie.
Hamari Adhuri Kahani RELEASE DATE: JUNE 12, 2015 STARRING: EMRAAN HASHMI, VIDYA BALAN, RAJKUMMAR RAO Mumbai (IANS) It was the portrayal of love and longing in Pakistani qawwali maestro Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's song "Zaroori tha" that made director Mohit Suri incorporate it in his forthcoming film “Hamari Adhuri Kahani”. "Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's 'Zaroori tha' is a fantastic song and I was deeply moved when I heard the song. It has so much romance, pain and love that I was touched. I am thrilled that the song is part of 'Hamari Adhuri Kahani',” Suri said in a statement. The film revolves around a love triangle between Vidya Balan, Emraan Hashmi and Rajkummar Rao. It touches upon society's issues, especially a husband treating his wife as his property. FOR ADVERTISING CALL 404-246-3256
BOLLYWOOD DAD’S
AJAY DEVGN
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Akshay Kumar, also known as the ‘Khiladi’ of Bollywood, is a responsible father to his son Aarav and daughter Nitara. Flaunting his love for his son, the actor has even got Aarav’s name inscribed on his back. I take one month off every year. Every three months I take seven-eight days off and I don’t work on Saturdays and Sundays. So many things I do to manage my personal and professional life and I’ve been able to manage that well and strike a balance.” says Akshay Kumar
Ajay Devgn is a devoted father to his daughter Nysa and son Yug. No matter how busy he is, Ajay makes sure that he spends quality time with his kids. The action star was even seen babysitting during one of his shoots in Goa. He also loves reading books out to his kids. “Kajol and I get enough time to spend with each other. I have never had a problem on that front. I have always balanced my work and family life very well.” saysAjay Devgan
ARJUN RAMPAL Arjun Rampal’s daughters Myra and Mahikaa are the apples of his eyes. The handsome actor loves his daughters so much that he even got their names inked on his forearms. “Today’s children are very ambitious and they exactly know what they want to do with their lives I want my kids to have a normal childhood and enjoy the years of growing up, says Arjun Rampal
ABHISHEK BACHCHAN
Bollywood's Nothing made Abhishek Bachchan happier than that very moment when his daughter Aaradhya was born in November 2011. Both people who know him, as well as the public in general know for a fact that Jr B is a doting father and that he doesn’t mind changing his daughter’s nappies even in the middle of the night! Even as Aradhya grows up to be a cutey, Abhishek still remains an involved father. SHAH RUKH KHAN The Baadshah of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan, is completely a caring father. Expressing his feelings about his kids openly often on social networks (Facebook, Twitter), it’s no longer an unknown fact that SRK did ‘Ra.One’ to please his kids. “Failure gave me an incentive to work harder, an act which invariably leads to some kind of success in most cases. So work hard whenever you fail…failure is an amazing teacher….” “More than me being the jewelry of my family, I think my family has been the crown of this Baadshah.” “Home is where Gauri and the children are…”
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WHO MATCHES SHASHI KAPOOR’S LOOKS, TALENT? RISHI SAYS THREE DO
FILMMAKERS CHANGING HERO OF INDIAN CINEMA: RANBIR KAPOOR
Panaji (IANS) A coming-of-age role in “Wake Up Sid”, a troubled musician in “Rockstar”, a deaf and mute prankster in “Barfi!” and an aggressive man of great ambitions in “Bombay Velvet” clearly, Bollywood’s quintessential ‘heroism’ does not match actor Ranbir Kapoor’s sensibilities. He says it’s possible thanks to filmmakers who are out to redefine the ‘hero’ of Indian cinema. “Cinema is progressing… Admitting that it’s hard to escape parallels with his grandfather, Ranbir said he has “so far been quite safe from being compared to my family as I have an individualistic approach to my work”. “I can’t see myself punching someone who flies 20 ft away. I always find heroism in the underhero. More than the achievement, the honest trying of a character and struggle to get it… I think that has a greater glory than being a winner. After “Bombay Velvet” release, Ranbir will continue his journey of experimenting with roles. Personally, he says “I can’t see myself as a hero.”
Mumbai (IANS) Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor feels there are only three actors from Bollywood who match up the looks of the cine icon and his uncle Shashi Kapoor. The first is “Dabangg” star Salman Khan followed by Bollywood’s Greek god Hrithik Roshan and then, Rishi’s son Ranbir Kapoor. The 62-year-old took to the virtual platform to talk about his uncle after Shashi was conferred with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the iconic Prithvi Theatre. Shashi is best known for his nuanced performance in memorable films like “Satyam Shivam Sundaram”, “Trishul”, “Kabhi Kabhie”& “Vijeta”
PEOPLE WANT TO ADOPT ME: DEEPIKA ON ‘PIKU’ SUCCESS Mumbai (IANS) Her act as a selfless daughter, who spends more time listening to her father’s constipation tales than on her professional or marital pursuits in “Piku”, has garnered an “overwhelming” response for actress Deepika Padukone. But the most heartening has been the response from people who have expressed a wish to “adopt” her. “I think we had all thought that it’s a sweet film and that people will connect with it, but none of us had expected it to become this big. It’s gone beyond our own control. The biggest compliment for me has been… I know it may sound funny, but a lot of people want to adopt me,” said the 29-year-old. KATRINA KAIF’S RED TRESSES: THE ‘FITOOR’ BEHIND IT New Delhi (IANS) Katrina Kaif’s red tresses caught more eyeballs than her monochrome and scarlet ensembles at the 68th Cannes International Film Festival. Bollywood’s glamour girl, who had ditched her dark hair for new film “Fitoor”, says she experienced jitters before stepping into a salon for the makeover. “At the same time, we both thought… this character… would be something fiery and new. We both instantly agreed on this and decided to colour the hair red,” Katrina, who was in Cannes as the L’Oreal Paris brand ambassador.
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PRIYANKA CHOPRA’S ‘QUANTICO’ GETS PICKED UP BY ABC
Mumbai (IANS) American TV show “Quantico”, the pilot of which was shot with Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra essaying the female lead, has been picked for telecast by TV network ABC. It will air in fall season. Priyanka, who is the first Bollywood actress to star in a pilot at ABC and has made her space in the West with her singing talent, plays Alex Parrish, a half-Caucasian, half-Indian FBI trainee with a haunting past. The 32-year-old actress also shared a photograph of the cast of the show along with her tweet. The show centers on a diverse group of recruits who have arrived at the FBI Quantico Base for training. Being the best and brightest of the lot, it seems impossible that one of them is suspected of masterminding the biggest attack on New York City, according to deadline.com. The series is written by Josh Safran. Executive producers are Josh Safran, Mark Gordon and Nick Pepper.
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WHAT’S YOUR RASHI? Aries – March 21 through April 20 Last month, you were disagreeing with your neighbors, extended family, and local community members about all kinds of things and they were really getting on your nerves. This month, you are able to really enjoy hanging out with these same people and you are able to hear what they are trying to say and they are actually listening to what you have to say. It is a far more friendly and fun experience. You could also find that you are able to find some great bargains when trying to budget for hobbies, vacations, luxury items, and various playtime activities. Taurus: April 21 to May 20. You are spending a lot of time thinking about how to bring more romantic, financial, emotional, psychological, and/or spiritual energy into your home and/or private life. You still have a little bit of trouble mixing finances with friends, groups, and/or the Internet, but otherwise, you have some excellent financial activity helping you to budget for the various household related items that you feel would help you create the home life that you are dreaming of. Gemini: May 21 to June 20. Your social life is reinvigorated this month with all kinds of lovely opportunities to bond with friends, colleagues, neighbors, teammates, and local community members. You can buy, sell, persuade, entertain, laugh, and barter with these people. You could find that you also have a great time playing online and using the Internet to stay connected socially and professionally. During the final days of the month, you begin seeing some financial and professional success as well. Leo: July 23 to August 22. You have regained control over your social life and are once again able to balance your personal life with your social life. You are having a great time while bonding with others, networking, and creating all kinds of professional and personal relationships. You are still in the mood to broaden your horizons and to spend time traveling and/or involved in academic, cultural, political, religious, and/or media related activities. Unfortunately, at times, you will find a disconnect between fact and feelings, between religious dogma and spiritual intuition, between compassion and the laws of a society. You are smart enough to know that sometimes the rules of society are wrong and it angers or depresses you. Virgo: August 23 to September 22. This may be the time of year when most people like to go on vacation, but for you this is a good time to be focusing on your professional goals and aspirations. You have times when your profits are strongly tied to this area of your life and then you have other times when your emotional wellbeing is also tied to it. All three elements are working quite nicely individually and in various combinations this month. You still have an irritable partner or rival that is not happy with your professional success, but that’s not really your problem and you definitely should not allow them to guilt you into lowering your standards or questioning your goals. This is the time to go for it. Libra: September 23 to October 22. This is a good time for you and your romantic, social, or business partner to be traveling together and spending time socializing and interacting with groups. You could find that
JUNE 2015 political, cultural, religious, academic, mass media, and/or travel related activities give you plenty of opportunities to make new friends, forge new business deals, and to learn new things about new people. By the end of the month, you are ready to focus on work again and take on leadership roles. Scorpio: October 23 to November 22. Your career and finances are doing really well this month. You are smart, productive, and a natural leader within your industry. It is a good time for working on productivity goals, financial negotiations, job interviews, promotions, advertising and marketing campaigns, etc. And it is a good time for taking on leadership roles, earning the respect and admiration of your peers, and/or for getting your boss to see what a valuable member of the team you are. Sagittarius : November 23 to December 21. You and a partner or rival are able to iron out your disagreements. You could even find that you are ready to have some fun together afterwards. There is a great deal of positive energy between the two of you now. You are also able to funnel more romantic and financial security into your home or private life. A couple of months ago, you and then later your partner were both ticked off about someone or something in your private life. Now, you seem to have worked it out and you are feeling much better about the situation. Capricorn – December 22 through January 20. Last month, you were dealing with a lot of delays and dramas at work. You were also dealing with a partner or rival that was unhappy about you and your home life. Those things are still happening this month, but you are doing a fantastic job of smoothing things over and getting everyone to work together to actually fix things and get them moving in a direction that helps everyone. People are more open to hearing your ideas and they are happy to see you taking a leadership role. Aquarius: January 20 to February 20. You and your partner could enjoy spending quality time with relatives, neighbors, and others from within your local community. Backyard BBQs, family reunions, and local gatherings at the park are all fun possibilities. The two of you could find some excellent bargains on luxury items, vacation packages, family outings, concert tickets, and other extracurricular activities. If the two of you work in a happiness industry (music, theatre, fine dining, vacations, luxury sales, etc.), you could find this is also an excellent time for increasing sales. Pisces – February 19 through March 20 You are focused on your home, roommates, parents, retirement plans, and/or a home-related business. You have an opportunity to roll up your sleeves and get to work on these topics. You have your financial and professional goals and activities in line with your home life. You should be feeling rather safe and secure when it comes to setting up the private life that you want. You are also finding some time to goof off and have some fun during the final days of the month. * All astrological predictions are to be considered friendly advice based on the author’s personal opinions and used for entertainment purposes only. These are not to be considered as promises, guarantees, or psychic predictions. They are simply potentials to be used at the reader’s own discretion. For important decisions, consult your personal intuition, doctor, accountant, lawyer, educator, or clergy as needed. It is best to be informed on all levels.
Cancer: June 21 to July 22. After the emotional dramas of last month, you are ready for a vacation and the half of this month could be a good time for you to schedule it. However, if you choose to stay home and work, there are some wonderful financial and leadership aspects happening in that area of your life too. Regardless, you are able to take some time to think about your professional and financial goals and you are able to reflect on whether or not they are in alignment with your spiritual, emotional, and ethical beliefs. You do not seem to do much more than reflect on the matter in order to begin feeling better about things in general.
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MR BAKERS 1711 Church Street, Suite B Decatur, Georgia
KABAB HUT 880 Indian Trail, Lilburn, GA 30047 770‐925‐4440 www.kbhut.com
KARACHI BROAST & GRILL 5775 Jimmy Carter Blvd Ste‐180, Norcross,GA 30071 (678) 291‐0101 www.karachibroastandgrill.com
LAHORE GRILL 1869 Cobb Parkway S. Ste 150 Marietta, GA 30060 (678) 398‐9868 www.lahoregrill.com
MASALA INDIAN CUISINE Patel Plaza 1713 Church Street Decatur, GA 30033 404‐296‐9999 www.masaladecatur.com
NAANSTOP 64 Broad Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30303 404‐522‐6226 www.naanstop.com
NILGIRI’S BAKERY & CAFE 2569 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming, GA 30041 404‐917‐0106 www.niramish.com
PALACE RESTAURANT 6131 Peachtree Parkway, Norcross GA. 30092 (770) 840‐7770 www.thepalaceatl.com
SHAHI GRILL 851 Oak Road, Lawrenceville, GA 30044 678‐205‐5819 www.shahigrillatl.com
SHALIMAR KABAB & GRILL Killian Hill Crossing, 4760 Lawrenceville Highway, Lilburn, GA 30047 (770) 674‐4395 www.shalimarkababatl.com
FOR ADVERTISING CALL 404-246-3256
DESI YELLOW PAGES HAVEN LOUNGE 375 Rockbridge Road, Lilburn, GA 30047 404‐889‐2321 www.havenfusion.com
PATEL BROTHERS 1711 Church Street Decatur, GA 30033 404‐296‐2696 www.patelbros.com
SRI KRISHNA VILAS Location 1. 5675 Jimmy Carter Blvd, Ste #765 Norcross, GA‐30071 (770) 447‐0049 Location 2. 5815 Windward Pkwy, Ste 100 Alpharetta, GA 30005 (770) 475‐9195, (770) 807‐8945 Location 3. 2255 Callaway ct Cumming, GA 30040 (470) 239‐8804, (770) 333‐9899 www.skvilas.com
SHIVAM GROCERIES 1812 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30068 770‐971‐7448
TABLA 77 12th Street, Atlanta, GA 30309 404‐464‐8571 www.tablaatlanta.com
UDIPI CAFE 3300 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Duluth,GA 30096 (678) 584‐5840 www.udipicafegeorgia.com
URBAN SPICE 4120 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30005 678‐566‐0169 www.urbanspiceatlanta.com
ZYKA RESTAURANT 1677 Scott Blvd Decatur, GA 30033 (404) 728‐4444 www.zyka.com
GROCERY STORES GEORGIA HALAL MEAT 1707 Church Street, Decatur, GA 30033 (404) 254‐4651
CHERIANS INTERNATIONAL Location 1. 2255 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming, GA 30041 Location 2. 751 Dekalb Industrial Way, Decatur, GA 30033 • (770) 888‐4141, (404) 299‐0842 www.cherians.com
AKSHAR 475 Rockbridge Road, Lilburn, GA 30047 770‐717‐9882
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SHREEJI CASH ‘N’ CARRY 5675 Jimmy Carter Blvd, Norcross, GA 30071 470‐395‐5279 www.shreejicashncarry.com
BISMILLAH IGROCERIES 279 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta, GA 30067 770‐565‐8859 AL HAMRAH 895 Indian Trail Road, Lilburn, GA 30047 770‐381‐2006
APNA BAZAAR 3083 Breckinridge Blvd, Duluth, GA 30096 770‐807‐7776 INDIA PLAZA 2905 Jordan Court, Alpharetta, GA 30004 678‐867‐0388 www.indiaplazallc.com
NEW DELHI IMPORTS 4025 Satellite Blvd, Duluth, GA 30096 770‐623‐9560 www.newdelhiimports.net
SHAHI BAZAAR 851 Oak Road, Lawrenceville, GA 30044 770‐972‐5878 www.shahibazaar.com
SPICES HUT 4150 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30005 770‐410‐9477 www.spiceshut.com
SUVIDHA Location 1. 425 Ernest Barrett Parkway, Kennesaw, GA 30144 Location 2. 3495 Peachtree Parkway, Suwanee, GA 30024 (770) 419‐7112 / (770) 292‐1992 www.suvidhaonline.com
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