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Saathee.com 8 September 2022 “Bridging America and the Indian Subcontinent.” September 2022 Issue # 292 - Saathee.comEditor Samir Shukla (Samir@Saathee.com) Publisher & Advertising Divakar Shukla 704-527-7570 or rakavid@aol.com Digital Media & Marketing Jennifer W. Allen Ad Design / Layout DSJ Graphics & Manimaran Contributors for this issue: Kirit Shukla, Taige Shukla, Fedora Castelino Dr. Maha Gingrich, Parul Kharod, Balaji Prasad, Raajeev Aggerwhil, Mo Vidwans, & Jalendu Vaidya. Mission: Our goal is to be a valuable source of information for the South Asian community and to be a vital advertising tool for businesses. - F OUNDED 1998Saathee Magazine P.O. Box 11468 Charlotte, NC 28220 704.527.7570Fax:704.527.7590 Saathee@saathee.com Read about the plight of children of long-term visa holders in an essay on page 22. Our nutrition column explores food safety and labeling rules practiced by the FDA and other governmental organizations. Go to page 34 for the article. In August India turned 75. Read the informative article on fast facts about the unusual constitution guiding India, the world's most populous democracy. Flip to page 42. 529 plans are investments for education. Are you doing the right kind of investments? Find out in our column on page 54. Learn how to make the delicious Aloo Tikki, a tasty snack or part of meal in our recipe on page 72. Thank you for continuing to read Saathee and please share it with family and friends. Drop us a line with any comments or suggestions. We welcome conversations. Connect with us via email: saathee@saathee.com.

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Cover: Devprayag, Uttarakhand Devprayag is a town in the state of Uttarakhand, India. "Devprayag" means "Godly Confluence" in Sanskrit. According to Hindu scriptures, Devprayag is the sacred place of merging of two visible rivers, Alakananda and Bhagirathi, to form the holy Ganga. It is believed that a third river, the mythical Saraswati river, is underground and meets these two rivers at the confluence.

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Saathee.com 12 September 2022 The Editor’s Desk . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 14 Upcoming Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 18 My Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 22 Upcoming Movie Releases . . . . . . .pg. 26 Film Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 28 Nutrition for Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 34 Thinking about Thinking . . . . . . . .pg. 38 India’s Constitution . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 42 Dances of India . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 46 Spot the Differences . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 50 Personal Finances . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 54 Raajeev’s Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 58 News Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 62 Recipe: Aloo Tikki . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 72 NASA Moon Return . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 82 Quiz Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 84 Pop’s Puzzles and Jokes . . . . . . . . .pg. 86 Festivals and Holidays . . . . . . . . . .pg. 88 Puzzle Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 88 AstroScope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 90 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 92 Index of Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 96 PageContent18Events Coming Up Page 42 Fast Facts About India’s Constitution Page 22 The Plight of Children of LongTerm Visa Holders. Page 72 Recipe: Aloo Tikki In This Issue

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If we have “Tax and Spend Democrats,” I would balance that out by adding “Steal and Spend Republicans.” Both parties have contributed to deficits and national debt. Yes, Democrats like to spend, and taxing is the way to generate more revenue. Yes, Republicans also like to spend and have created massive deficits in the guise of tax cuts, which is essentially stealing from the future to feed the present. We are stealing from our kids’ futures. Unless you balance the budget when either adding taxes or cutting them, you are just robbing Raj to pay Anita. You can’t live on borrowed money indefinitely. The financial condition the country is in and the conditions that will be created in the future are due to the decisions made today. Fiscal accountability is the key going forward, for any governing effort. A third party becomes unnecessary if there are enough quality candidates in both parties. For all the political divisions, Democrats and Republicans are cut from the same cloth, wanting to achieve similar things but use different means. Weed out the hard lefties and the hard righties by supporting sane, moderate candidates and the country’s temperature will go down and paths to fiscal sanity canThereopen. is also talk of adding justices to the Supreme Court and getting rid of the filibuster. These are not policies; they are simply efforts to change the rules of engagement. When another party comes into power, they will return the favor if these bad ideas are acted upon. We are approaching the mid-term elections in November. The work is at hand to do the research on candidates running for office. And then, of course, vote.

There is a new clamor in the political world. Once again there is talk of starting another major political party. There is more than talk, there is eﬀort. It is called the Forward Party. I’m not going to get into who is involved in forming this party. It may be a worthy eﬀort but will end up as wishful thinking, possibly elevating fringe candidates in future elections by taking votes away from moderate candidates in both established parties.

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The problem is that the two current parties – the donkeys and the elephants, are so entrenched in the American political ethos, that an effort to attach a third critter to pull the wagon called America may drive the country further apart. Alas, the Forward Party will join the Libertarians, Greens, and myriad others into obscurity very quickly. Unless a new party defines specific issues, topics or agendas, goals worth pursuing, people will not be interested. Bringing a mistress into a troubled marriage won’t solve the troubles.Starting a third party sounds good on paper, and if it can be attained in a meaningful way, that would be lovely for our democracy. The truth is most of these efforts are flat-footed and don’t make a dent in the power of the current two parties. A better solution is to become an independent voter and force the parties to improve, make them into more effective parties that appeal to the vast middle America. If fewer people are registered with specific parties, the harder work the candidates will need to do to attract voters. Pandering to the “base” will become less important. Real issues will come to the forefront. There are a lot of people in the middle who are part Republican and part Democrat. I know Democrats who are fiscally conservative, and I know Republicans who are socially progressive. Focusing on the commonalities of most Americans will find adherents.Thebiggest thing that both parties have forsaken is fiscal prudence. If one of the parties gets its act together and can bring fiscal sanity to our massive budgets and works to put in place long-term fiscal sustainability, their support will increase. In the end, it is always about the economy, our money, our sense of economic security, all other concerns fall after that. Desk by Samir Shukla

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The inaugural Charlotte International Arts Festival (C.I.A.F.) will take place from September 16–October 2, 2022. It will be a celebration of imaginative visual and performing arts from international and local minds. C.I.A.F. works to expand the artistic identity of Charlotte and surrounding areas by transforming Uptown and Ballantyne into centers of imagination that celebrate a spirit of playfulness. There there will be over 200 attractions, exhibits and performances.

Atul Purohit: Greensboro, NC (September 3 , 2022) Enjoy a night of garba and dandiya with the renowned folk singer Atul Purohit on GreensborobeginningSeptemberSaturday,3,2022at8pmatColiseum Complex, on 1921 W Gate City Blvd. Get the garba season started! Tickets are $30 –$35. For more details, call 336-509-5875 or 336-213-6494.

Georgia State Fair: Atlanta, GA (September 20 – October 9, 2022)

Swathi Thirunal Sangeetha Sabha presents the Charlotte festival featuring classical music and dance based on Swathi Thirunal compositions. The event will take place on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at Vihar Hall, Hindu Center, Charlotte. For more details visit, Swathithirunalsangeethasabha.org.

Comedian Amit Tandon will perform live in his new “Masala Sandwich” shows. - Fri, September 16, 2022, 7:30pm at Vihar Hall, Hindu Center, 7400 City View Drive, Charlotte. - Fri, September 30, 2022, 7:30pm at Garner Performing Arts Center, 742 W Rd, Garner, NC. - Sat, October 1, 2022, at Duluth H.S. Auditorium, 3737 Brock Road NW, Duluth, GA. Details at Sulekha.com.

The Triangle Gujarati Association of NC presents garba night with famous singer Geeta Rabari. The event will take place on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at the Expo Center in Raleigh. For more details, sponsors and vendors opportunities contact oﬃce@nctga.org. Also for tickets and other info, visit Nctga.org.

Sangeetholsavam: Charlotte, NC (September 24, 2022)

Charlotte International Arts Festival (September 16 – October 2, 2022)

Amit Tandon Live: NC and Georgia (September 16 & 30, October 1, 2022)

The Georgia State Fair returns to the Atlanta Motor Speedway for 10 days of exciting attractions, live music, tasty fair foods and carnival rides for safe, clean family fun. Tickets and more information are available at Georgiastatefair.org.

Upcoming Events

Taal Garba with Geeta Rabari: Raleigh, NC (September 24, 2022)

Details: Charlotteartsfest.com.

Suresh Wadkar and Zakir Hussain: Morrisville, NC (September 6, 2022) Here’s a rare chance to catch two legendary performers live in concert on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, 7pm, at HSNC Main Hall, 309 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville NC. Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain and playback singer and music director Suresh Wadkar will perform together in a concert called Sukoon. Food will be available for purchase. For more details and tickets information, go to Hsnctemple.org.

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Ye Jo Desh Hai Mera Musical: Morrisville, NC (September 10, 2022) The musical Ye Jo Desh Hai Mera will tell the story of a nation via music, colorful dances and songs. The show will take place on Saturday, September 10, 2022, 7pm, at HSNC Main Hall, 309 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville NC. Tickets range from $30 - $100. Food will be available for purchase. For more details, call 919-2741680 or visit Hsnctemple.org for tickets information.

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North Carolina State Fair: Raleigh, NC (October 13 – 23, 2022)

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The North Carolina State Fair returns to the fairgrounds in Raleigh, NC from October 1323, 2022. The fair features all sorts of attractions, competitions, fair food and rides for the whole family. Parking has also been expanded with a free shuttle service. For more info, visit Ncstatefair.org.

Sanjay Subrahmanyan Concert: Charlotte, NC (October 29, 2022) Swathi Thirunal Sangeetha Sabha in collaboration with Classical Music Association of Charlotte presents vocalist Sanjay Subrahmanyan live in concert accompanied by S. Varadarajan (violin) and Neyveli Venkatesh (mridangam). The show will take place at the Halton Theater, Charlotte on Saturday, October 29, 2022. For more details visit, Swathithirunalsangeethasabha.org.

The annual Global Mela will take place at Global Mall, 5675 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross, GA from October 8 - 9, 2022. The mela features food, kids’ games and activities, cultural shows and performances, clothing, jewelry, and many vendors. There is free parking and entry. For more details write to globalmela@amsglobalmall.com, call 770416-1111 or visit Amsglobalmall.com.

Falguni Pathak Dandiya Dhoom (October 21, 2022) Asia Events and Hi India presents Falguni Pathak for a night of garba and dandiya on Friday, October 21, 2022 at the Raleigh Convention Center, 500 S Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC. Early bird tickets are available. Regular tickets are $30. Kids 5 and under free. For more details, call 310-890-5599 or 773-552-6083.

South Carolina State Fair: Columbia, SC (October 12 – 23, 2022)

Global Mela: Atlanta, GA (October 8 – 9, 2022)

Rustic & Royal Rajasthan: Raleigh, NC (October 1, 2022)

For a complete list of upcoming events, visit our regularly updated Saathee.com/eventspage: Charlotte Film Festival (September 28 – October 2, 2022)

Upcoming Events

Aakriti Kathak Academy presents an interplay of kathak and folk dances set to Rajasthan's rich musical heritage. The show takes place on Saturday, October 1, 2022, 3:30pm, at Stewart Theater (NCSU), 2610 Cates Ave., Raleigh, NC. For more details call 919-656-5410 or 919-308-1908.

The Charlotte Film Society presents the annual Charlotte Film Festival from September 28 - October 2, 2022. There will be many films screened along with chances to meet filmmakers, learn of cinematic history, an educational outreach and more. The festival is geared to avid enthusiasts of independent films. For more details, contact info@independentpicturehouse.org or visit Independentpicturehouse.org.

CORD 5K Run: Cary, NC (October 8, 2022) Join the CORD 5K Run/Walk with family and friends around the beautiful Bond Park. Take a Stride for a good cause, helping over half a million under privileged people around the globe. The walk and run takes place on Saturday October 8, 2022 from 8 am – noon. The Fred G Bond Metro Park (Kiwanis Shelter) is located at 801 High House Road, Cary, NC. For more details, visit Cordraleigh.org/2022-5k-run.

Every year, people of all ages descend upon Columbia to attend the South Carolina State Fair. The wide variety of exhibits, thrilling rides, and unique food – such as chocolate-covered bacon, doughnut burgers, and even fried coke – draws visitors from near and far. This year’s theme is “To the FAIR and Beyond” and will run between October 12 & 23, 2022 at the Fairgrounds on Rosewood Drive in Columbia, SC. For more information visit Scstatefair.org.

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When I was a child, I moved out of my birthplace of Mumbai, India and immigrated with my family to the United States. My parents both left their homes, security, and families behind to start a new life ahead of them with me. I grew up with a beautiful blend of Indian and American cultures. I learned to make rotis alongside apple pie. I grew up listening to Kishore Kumar and Bruno Mars. I was raised on American soil and it wasn’t until I was a high school senior applying to colleges did I realize that I am not considered American.Myparents moved to the US on my dad’s H1-B work visa, a visa that is a nonimmigrant that allows US workers to hire foreign workers for high skilled jobs in several fields such as IT, STEM, finance, business, etc. This visa, however, is not easy to obtain. Prior to entering the US, an aspiring H1-B visa holder must win the H1-B lottery with less than a 38 percent chance of winning. Every applicant has three or four attempts to win this lottery, or they will not have a chance at claiming an H1-B visa. In 2011, my father was lucky and won the lottery his first try, and we entered the United States.

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Brahmāstra (Director: Ayan Mukerji) Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Mouni Roy Pinocchio (Director: Robert Zemeckis) Cast: Tom Hanks, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Lorraine Bracco True Things (Director: Harry Wootliﬀ) Cast: Ruth Wilson, Tom Burke, and Hayley Squires The Woman King (Director: Gina PrinceCast:Bythewood)ViolaDavis, Hero Fiennes Tiﬃn, and John Boyega Saroj Ka Rishta (Director: Abhishek Saxena) Cast: Sanah Kapur, Kumud Mishra, and Gaurav Pandey The Silent Twins (Director: Agnieszka Smoczyńska) Cast: Letitia Wright and Tamara Lawrance

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The Railway Children Return (Director: Morgan Matthews) Cast: Jenny Agutter and Sheridan Smith

Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1 (Director: Mani Ratnam) Cast: Chiyaan Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and Prakash Raj Ravanasura (Director: Sudheer Varma) Cast: Ravi Teja and Sushanth

Cast: Saif Ali Khan, Hrithik Roshan, and Radhika Apte

Cast: Kangana Ranaut

The Ghost (Director: Praveen Sattaru) Cast: Nagarjuna Akkineni, Sonal Chauhan, Gul Panag, Anikha Surendran, and Manish Chaudhari

Tejas (Director: Sarvesh Mewara)

Cast: Tamannaah, Saurabh Shukla, and Sahil Vaid Blonde (Director: Andrew Dominik)

Babli Bouncer (Director: Madhur Bhandarkar)

Don’t Worry Darling (Director: Olivia Wilde) Cast: Florence Pugh, Harry Styles, Olivia Wilde, and Chris Pine

Upcoming Movie Releases

Cast: Ana de Armas, Adrien Brody, and Julianne Nicholson Catherine, Called Birdy (Director: Lena Dunham) Cast: Bella Ramsey, Billie Piper, and Ralph Ineson

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Hocus Pocus 2 (Director: Anne Fletcher) Cast: Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Doug Jones

Saathee.com/Movies has the latest info on where the movies are showing or streaming. All dates subject to change.

See How They Run (Director: Tom George) Cast: Saoirse Ronan, Adrien Brody, and Sam Rockwell

Goodbye (Director: Vikas Bahi)

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Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Rashmika Mandanna, Sunil Grover, Neena Gupta, Pavail Gulati, and Elli AvrRam

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Vikram Vedha (Directors: Pushkar–Gayathri))

Hansal Mehta to Direct Series on Gandhi Based on the writings of historian and author, Ramachandra Guha, the series will be adapted from his two books Gandhi before India and Gandhi-The Years that Changed the World. The multi-season series will screen in 2023 and will be ﬁlmed in several Indian and international locations.

A divorced couple teams up and travels to Bali to stop their daughter from making the same mistake they think they made 25 years ago. Ticket to Paradise is directed by Ol Parker and stars Julia Roberts and George Clooney. The ﬁlm is slated to open on October 21.

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Babli Bouncer A one-of-a-kind story of a female bouncer, the ﬁlm follows Babli Bouncer (Tamannaah Bhatia). It explores the various facets and pitfalls of the profession, which is usually dominated by men. The movie is directed by Madhur Bhandarkar, and also stars Saurabh Shukla, Abhishek Bajaj, and Sahil Vaid. It will begin streaming on September 23, 2022.

Ticket to Paradise

Vikram Vedha A tough police officer sets out to track down and kill an equally tough gangster. This is a Hindi remake of 2017 Tamil film of the same name. In the Hindi version, Aamir Khan was originally signed to play the gangster, but bowed out and Hrithik Roshan was brought on. Directors Pushkar–Gayathri began filming in late 2021. Saif Ali Khan plays the male protagonist while Radhika Apte will play the female protagonist. Look for the film in cinemas beginning September 30, 2022.

A 1950s housewife living with her husband in a utopian experimental community begins to worry that his glamorous company may be hiding disturbing secrets. The film, directed by Olivia Wilde, stars Chris Pine, Harry Styles and Florence Pugh. The dark mystery is slated to open on September 23, 2022. What’s Love Got to Do With It? Pakistani star Sajal Aly will be next seen in the rom-com What’s Love Got to Do with It? Directed by veteran Indian filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, the film follows documentarymaker and dating app addict Zoe (Lily James), who just can’t find Mr. Right to the dismay of her mother Cath (Emma Thompson). For Zoe’s childhood friend and neighbor Kaz (Shazad Latif), the answer is to follow his parents’ example and opt for an assisted marriage to a bride from Pakistan. As Zoe films Kaz’s journey from London to Lahore to marry a stranger, chosen by his parents, she begins to wonder if she might have something to learn from this different approach to finding a partner. The cast also includes Shabana Azmi, Asim Chaudhry, Mim Shaikhand Sindhu Vee. The film is slated for release in early 2023.

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Overall, there are estimated to be more than a thousand GRAS substances for which safety decisions were made by the food industry without any notice at all to the FDA, and thousands more chemicals for which there is minimal oversight.

In the United States, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) oversees the safety of food. This means that all manufacturers must use ingredients that have been tested and approved by the FDA.

One would think that this process ensures that we are eating healthy and safe food. Sadly, this is far from the truth. Moreover, the standards that are used in the United States are very diﬀerent from Europe and other countries.

According to the ﬁnal ruling issued in 2016, any person may notify the FDA of a conclusion that a substance is GRAS under the conditions of its intended use, and thus be exempt from premarket approval. This means that most of the chemicals added to food and beverages are never reviewed by the FDA before those products are sold in grocery stores. Sometimes the FDA may not even know such chemical ingredients exist unless a company chooses to voluntarily disclose that information. In fact, the FDA may never have even heard of some of the chemicals added to foods and beverages and so certainly never reviewed them for safety.

Difference in Labeling Laws in the USA versus Europe Here is an example of what proper regulation can do. Food manufacturers selling the exact same product with different set of standards here in the US versus Europe must make the product differently. For example, Kraft’s Nutrition for Life by Parul Kharod

GRAS

The FDA uses the acronym GRAS which stands for “Generally Recognized as Safe.” According to the FDA, any substance that will be added to packaged food has to be approved by the FDA unless it is generally recognized, among qualiﬁed experts, to be safe. However, if the manufacturer tells the FDA that all their ingredients are GRAS, then the FDA does not need to do any preapproval.

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There is u. And there is the universe. One is a small thing, a mere speck in the vastness; the other is extraordinary in size, scope, complexity and impact. The coincidence of language makes the ‘u’ the ﬁrst letter in the word, ‘universe’, allowing us to use that to suggest that u are really just a small part of the whole, and also that u are the ﬁrst thing in the universe that you are aware of.

The point is that a lot of things happen whether you are an active decision maker in them, or not. The universe, and the part of you that is one with the universe, may be making many many decisions that, for the most part, you play hardly any role in. Your heart decides when to beat faster and when to slow down, your skin breaks out into a sweat when the sun decides that it must beat down on you.

“I know that I am intelligent, because I know that I know nothing.” - Socrates

Thinking About Thinking by Balaji Prasad

“Intelligent” Decision Making so that you can devote your unbounded intelligence to the really big ones?

There is a story about the couple who celebrated their ﬁftieth anniversary and showed every sign of having experienced a happy and fulﬁlled life together. When the man was asked for the secret of their success, he revealed a principle that they had agreed to, very early on, and abided unfailingly by: That his wife would make all the small decisions in life, and that he would make the big ones. He added, “Oh, and so far, in all these years, we have never made a big decision!”

There is more to it though. Besides the fact that the decisions that are made for you are signiﬁcant ones is the realization, when it comes, that some of these can come at any time, as earthquakes do, and reshape your landscape overnight. But the u as a child of the universe is up to that too: it adapts with remarkable predictability, even if it doesn’t always feel as easy as you would like it to be. But that diﬃculty may be more because of the you that you have come to create and trust more than the universe. Maybe it is wise to trust not only that the universe makes some pretty heavy-lift decisions that keep you alive but also that when it seems to do things that go against your grain, that there is something inside you that can adapt and play well with these things

Of course, if you are full of the you that you have created and have learned to trust that disproportionately, then you might need to leave a lot of money on the table.

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Are you the senior partner?

The story may be an apocryphal one, but it suggests that decisions can be made without you making them yourself, and that the results can be surprisingly pleasant. Especially when you have a partner that you are willing to put your implicit trust in.

So can the universe be the senior, wiser partner in your marriage? Can you place your trust in this giant, swirling mass, and let it make all the “small” decisions, Thinking continued on page 74

These things are obvious. Are these things really “small” decisions? Your intuition should tell you that if your innate u and the universe didn’t make the decisions they do, life would come to a standstill. So maybe it is wise to trust the senior partner in your marriage to life a bit more? How big really is your u in the universe?

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By Deepa Das Acevedo India celebrated its 75th birthday as an independent nation on August 15, 2022. Its independence from British colonial rule followed a complex process, including Partition: the division of India into Muslim-majority Pakistan and Hindu-majority India. Partition displaced tens of millions of people and caused loss of life and property that remains in living memory for many.India’s future remained unresolved for over two years after Partition. While the country attained its independence on Aug. 15, 1947, it only became a fully sovereign republic with its own head of state on January 26, 1950. Between those dates, the 299 men and women of India’s Constituent Assembly worked to imagine their emerging country and to inscribe their vision and foundational legal principles in a national constitution. The outcome of their eﬀorts is a remarkable document that remains a source of both inspiration and contention today. Here are a few things to know about the Indian Constitution.

1: High word count Perhaps ﬁttingly, the world’s most-populous democracy has the world’s longest national constitution. At the time it was adopted in 1949, the Indian Constitution contained 395 Articles and had approximately 145,000 words. The only longer written constitution India Constitution continued on page 80 belongs to the state of Alabama, where I currently live and teach law. By comparison, the U.S. Constitution – generally considered the world’s oldest national charter –originally contained just seven articles and around 4,200 words. The world’s shortest constitution belongs to its second-smallest country, Monaco. It has just around 3,800 words.

Fast Facts About the Unusual Constitution Guiding the World’s Most Populous Democracy

2: Early exemplar When the Indian Constitution was ratiﬁed, constitutions were not as common as they are today. India’s was just the world’s 23rd national constitution. In comparison, Pakistan didn’t ratify its constitution untilConsequently,1956. ratiﬁcation was itself a major achievement. In societies like India with many deep cultural, religious and socioeconomic divides, the process of drafting and ratifying a shared founding document can serve a valuable symbolic function. Some countries, faced with the challenges of drafting a constitution for a deeply heterogeneous population, never agree on a single, unifying document. Israel is one example.

3: Crowdsourced inspiration Because constitutions were still relatively rare in the 1940s, India’s Constituent Assembly’s Drafting Committee sought inspiration wherever it could.

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I receive a lot of inquiries and emails from high school or college students wanting to do their Senior projects or special projects based on Indian classical dances. They want to know the theory and historical background of classical dances. I thought, I could share the major topics or criteria that is essential to learning classical dances. As we all know, Indian dances always tell us stories of Indian epics, literature, social life, and human emotions. Of course, all our stories also depict God in human situations, and they become the hero and the heroine, which is Nayaka and Nayaki. For example, Radha, the heroine is the lover of Lord Krishna the hero. The literary texts, including the Natya Shastra, recognize eight basic types of Nayaka, the hero and eight types of Nayaki, depending on the nature of the story. The types of Nayaki are more popular than Nayaka in some dance forms. However, when Lord Shiva or Dances of India continued on page 48 Saathee.com

Dances of India by Dr. Maha Gingrich

The four types of Nayaka based on their behavior in love are:

Krishna is depicted, Nayaka’s characteristics become more prevalent. There are two subdivisions in these eight Onetypes.is the types of Nayaka based on nature. They are:

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Basic Research Topics on Classical Dances

• Dhirodatta: of noble nature, a King, a minister or a general;

• Dhrsta: bold, shameless, indiﬀerent when caught redhanded with other women;

• Dhiroddhatta: arrogant, godly, Indra; and

The popular dancing couple of India, Vannadil Pudiyaveettil Dhananjayan and his wife Shanta Dhananjayan are amongst the most accomplished dancers and teachers of Bharatanatyam.

• Dhiralalita: aﬀectionate, royal;

• Dhiraprasanta: calm, Brahmin.

• Daksina: courteous, treats equally all women;

• Anukula: the devoted, faithful husband like Lord Shiva;

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The Shiro-Bhedas or head movements are classiﬁed into nine major parts.

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• Dhuta Siras: When the head is turned to and fro from left to right and from right to left.

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• Avalokitam: Looking downwards. Bhru-Bhedas

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• Rechita: One brow is raised in a charming fashion.

• Utkshipta Siras: When the head is turned to a side and raised.

• Paravrtta Siras: When the head is turned away.

• Sachi: Looking out of the corners of the eyes obliquely without moving the head.

• Vipralabda: the deceived;

• Nimilitam: looking with eyes half open.

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• Udwahita Siras: When the face is raised up.

Sahaja: Natural eyebrow in a composed face.

Dr. Maha Gingrich

• Parivahita Siras: If the head is moved from side to side. Drishti-Bhedas

• Abhisarika: yearning for her lover, goes out to meet him, For Example, Radha;

• Adhomukha Siras: When the face is bent down.

• Patita: When eyebrows are at rest and then lowered.

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Most of the time, the head movements are used with eye movements. There are eight classiﬁcations of glances called Drishti-Bhedas. These are one of the most important elements of dancing. I have seen some of my gurus tell their whole story just with their eyes and eyebrows. It is amazing to watch them bring a story to life. Here are the classiﬁcations.

Shiro-Bhedas

• Saman: Gazing with eyes leveled unblinkingly.

Likewise, the eight Nayakis or heroines are:

In Bharatha Natyam, Kuchipudi, and Kathak dances like Varnams, Javalis and Tumris speak of such characteristics in men the heroine loves.

• Virohitkhantita: distressed by separation. I know all these names and their characteristics are hard to memorize. However, it is good to understand the importance of these roles when we choreograph dances.

• Sama Siras: When the head is kept straight and motionless in a natural way.

There are six major classiﬁcations of eyebrow movements called Bhru-Bhedas. Not many people can actually move both their eyebrows up and down. My students watch me with amazement when I do. Sometimes it is almost comical to watch people try it.

• Parivartita: Neck moving from right to left suggesting the half moon.

• Tiraschina: An upward movement of the neck on both sides as though the face was forming the ﬁgure of horizontal 8.

• Pralokitam: When the glance turns from side to side.

• Alokitam: Swiftly turning the eyes round.

• Ullokitam: Looking up.

• Alolita Siras: When the head moves in a circle.

• Utkshipta: When either one or both eyebrows are raised.

Accordingly, we can try to live the character we play and feel the emotions and the pain and the joy of the characters we depict. To do so, we also need to understand the utilization of our body movements. How we move our eyes, eyebrows, and head along with our posture brings a character to life.

• Sundari: Moving the head obliquely or to and fro horizontally.

• Chatura: When both brows are moved and the expression is pleasant.

• Kalahantarita: separated due to a quarrel, like Satya Bhama; Khandita: broken hearted; Prositapriya: whose lover or husband lives abroad; Svadhinabhartrka: whose husband is charmed of her and stays with her; Vassakasajja: dressed up for union, used a lot in Kathak;

• Kampita Siras: Moving the head up and down.

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• Anuvruttam: Glancing quickly up and down.

• Kunchita: When one or both eyebrows are arched. Griva-Bhedas The four major neck movements are used several times in most dances:

• Prakampita: The neck moves forward and backward in a thrusting motion like that of a pigeon. These structured movements have been taught and practiced for centuries. The more we master these movements, better our story telling ability will be as a dancer. I hope this information helps some of you trying to do projects or write essays on classical dances.

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Below is a review of the critical questions, strategies and tax planning moves you will need to know and consider to wade through the myriad options oﬀered by all 50 states and carefully consider whether to take the state tax-break or opt for better plans out of state.

finally, this might be of interest: seven states have 529 Plans but offer no tax benefits despite levying state income taxes: California, Delaware, Hawaii, Kentucky, Maine, New Jersey, and North Carolina. If your state has a tax parity, then you must look at those plans first; otherwise, you will have to visit plans from other states to evaluate what they offer.

Tax Planning State income taxes are in low numbers, generally, except for California and some states on the East Coast. State income taxes also need to be reviewed in conjunction with that state’s city, county, sales, property, estate, or inheritance taxes among other things. Even if you ignore these other taxes, the comparison has to be made between how much you are saving in income taxes (if you invest in-state) as against how much extra growth you may get if you invest in a good plan out of state. I should note that if your state does not have a good plan but has tax beneﬁt then invest just enough to get the tax beneﬁts and for the rest go outside the state.

In-State or Out-of-State

state. Herein lies the ﬁrst rub: they give a tax break but restrict you down to investing in that state’s plans only.

At the last count, 34 states and Washington, DC offer tax deduction or credit for sticking with their state’s option; only seven of those states offer tax parity meaning that residents can take the break no matter where they invest and they are: Arizona, Arkansas, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana and Pennsylvania. As you may well know, nine states do not have any income tax and hence cannot offer tax breaks for such saving: they include Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, andAndWyoming.

Plans Offered When it comes to what each state offers in its 529 Plan, there are very many restrictions. It is not a case of having literally thousands of different choices like one would have if you were opening a self-directed taxable account. Not only does each state have its own plans, but the choice is limited to not more than four or five different choices; also self-managing your own money like you

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529 Plan has been a common vehicle to support college education; I have known many families who have started saving money for the education of the child as soon as the child is born. This way they get anywhere between 18 to 22 years to keep contributing and helping the money to grow over the long period. Parents can also start investing in 529 Plans even before the child is born, that way getting even more time for the money to grow.

529 Plans are specific for each state even though there are laws at both federal and state levels that need to be followed. These plans exist in each state and sure enough they have a little different flavor added to their plans to make it state specific. A clear and obvious difference one would notice immediately is the tax deduction allowed by the state laws if you are investing in their plans. There is a limit on how much can be claimed for the income reduction purposes which is around $10,000 which is less than the maximum that can be invested for each student every year by one owner. I should note that state income taxes are not that high, percentage wise, to make a big influence on your decision making.

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More than 30 states, across the nation, oﬀer their own income tax breaks to 529 savers - though a majority restrict such generosity to residents who opt for their local plans over another state’s. Which means they must invest in whatever investment options that are oﬀered by that Personal Finances by Mo Vidwans

Most families have the right idea, namely they wish to put some money away for the education of their children; either 100 percent of their undergrad education or a part of it. Some have even supported them for advanced studies, too.

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Indian warship INS Satpura arrived at San Diego Harbor on August 13, 2022, as part of commemorative visits by the Indian Navy ships across six continents, three oceans, and six different time zones. The ship hoisted the Indian Tricolour flag in the presence of the Indian diaspora and distinguished local dignitaries in on the historic 75th Independence Day at about 10,000 nautical miles away from her base port. The ship also conducted a 75-lap Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Run at San Diego US Navy Base on August 15, 2022. Each of the 75 laps were dedicated to 75 stalwarts of India’s Freedom Struggle as a remembrance of their sacrifices for the nation. The visit of INS Satpura to San Diego is also historic as this is the first time an Indian Naval Warship has reached the west coast of North America, thus demonstrating the capability of the Indian Navy to deploy across the globe, when required in support of the National objectives.

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While India celebrated the country’s 75th year of Independence in August, The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) launched the idea of showcasing digital content pertaining to various ISRO missions in an interactive manner. The Virtual Space Museum “SPARK” was launched by Secretary, DOS / Chairman, ISRO in midAugust for the public use. The platform hosts several documents, images and videos related to ISRO launch vehicles, satellites and scientific missions. Chairman, ISRO & Directors of the various ISRO centres appreciated the initiative taken and suggested more non-sensitive digital content to be brought on this platform for use by different stakeholders. The beta version of the application can be accessed through ISRO website or at Spacepark.isro.gov.in. Lollapalooza Expands to India in 2023 Marking the Festival’s Asia Debut The inaugural edition of the eclectic music festival Lollapalooza will be staged in Mumbai from January 28 – 26, BookMyShow,2023. India’s largest ticketing platform, is promoting and co-producing Lollapalooza India, along with global producers Perry Farrell, WME and C3 Presents. India is a price sensitive live music market and the demand for international musical acts has grown in recent years. According to Billboard, the festival’s Mumbai installment, which will take place at an as-yet unannounced venue “in the center of the city,” will India’s 15th President Sworn In Droupadi Murmu was sworn in as the 15th President of India on July 25, 2022. She is the first Dalit to serve as president and only the second woman after Pratibha Patil to hold the office. She is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party. Prior to her presidency she served as the ninth governor of Jharkhand between 2015 and 2021 and held various portfolios in the cabinet of Government of Odisha between 2000 to 2004. She married Shyam Charan Murmu, a banker, in 1980 with whom she had two sons and a daughter. She is a follower of the Brahma Kumaris spiritual movement.

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India-USA to Hold Military Exercise Near Chinese Border U.S.-Indian soldiers stand together in snow. U.S. paratroopers with the 25th Infantry Division and Indian Army troops from 7th Battalion, The Madras Regiment, “Shandaar Saath,” pose for a group photo during an opening ceremony for exercise Yudh Abhyas 21 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Oct. 15, 2021. Approximately 350 Indian Army troops and 400 U.S. paratroopers participated in the two-week training Photoevent. By: Army Staﬀ Sgt. Alexander Skripnichuk

Saathee.com 2022 feature around 45 acts playing 20 hours of music across four stages to an audience of 60,000 fans each day. The multi-genre festival will feature a line-up that will comprise 60 percent international artists and 40 percent local acts. India was chosen as the next destination for the multi-genre festival because it was a large potential market which traditionally has been underserved by U.S. and European acts, C3 Presents partner Charlie Walker told Billboard.

The Indian automaker will pay 7.26 billion rupees ($92 million) for the transaction, which includes land and buildings as well as the vehicle manufacturing plant in Sanand, Gujarat, and its machinery and equipment, according to a statement by Tata Motors.

“With our manufacturing capacity nearing saturation, this acquisition is timely and a winwin for all stakeholders,” Tata Motors said in the statement. “It will unlock a state-of-the-art manufacturing capacity of 300,000 units per annum which is scalable to 420,000 units per annum.”According to Bloomberg, Ford announced last year it was shuttering its factories in India, retreating from a country that management once saw becoming one of its three biggest markets. Prior to the closures, the US automaker’s India unit had racked up more than $2 billion in losses during the past decade.

“We’re typically looking for places that aren’t already crowded with large scale, multi-day, multi-genre festivals,” he told Billboard. “If you look at the musical appetite in India in [terms of] streaming consumption, you realize quickly that it’s underserved in live.”

In August, the Hindustan Times reported U.S. and Indian forces will hold the Yudh Abhyas or “War Practice” drills in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. The drills will take place in midOctober.Amid rising tensions with China, India and the US will come together for a two-week high altitude military exercise at Auli in Uttarakhand, less than 100 km from the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the central region.

A U.S. Department of Defense spokesperson told CNN that the Yudh Abhyas drills “one of the most important elements of our shared vision for a free and open Indo-Paciﬁc region.”

Ford’s Gujarat Plant Tata Motors agreed to acquire Ford Motor Co.’s plant in the Indian state of Gujarat to bolster its manufacturing capacity, according to Bloomberg.

China and India have a long-running dispute over who controls what territory in the Himalayas. The LAC serves as a notional demarcation line between the areas controlled by China and India. It separates India’s Uttarakhand from Chinese-controlled Tibet.

The Indian edition of the festival has been in the works for at least four years, says BookMyShow founder and CEO Ashish Hemrajani, but plans were delayed on account of the pandemic.

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U.S. and Indian forces trade oﬀ roles hosting the Yudh Abhyas drills. In February of 2021, U.S. and Indian forces held the war games in India’s northwestern state of Rajasthan. U.S. forces hosted Yudh Abhyas in October of 2021 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.

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The Indo-US joint exercise is known as ‘Yudh Abhyas’ which is in its 15th edition this year. A joint exercise is being planned from October 14 to 31, 2022 where both the forces will conduct “maneuvers to exploit the full scope” of the highaltitude warfare. The Hindustan Times reported that the location (at 10,000 feet) where the exercise will take place falls in Phase 1 of adaptation to highThealtitude.jointmilitary exercises are just a few dozen miles from a disputed border region with China.

“One important element of this broader eﬀort includes exercises and training events,” the DoD spokesperson said. “And Yudh Abhyas is one such annual bilateral exercise designed to improve interoperability and improve our respective capacities to address a range of regional security challenges.”

“Post-pandemic, the spends on live entertainment have gone up dramatically,” he told Billboard, noting that movie ticket sales have more than doubled pre-pandemic numbers. “There is huge pent-up Mumbai-baseddemand.”BookMyShow has previously co-promoted India tours by Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber and U2. For more details, visit Lollaindia.com.

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Neil Makhija, Indian American Impact Executive Director pointed out that Desai was, “a ﬁerce defender of democracy, she valiantly represented the Arizona state secretary of state, Katie Hobbs, against a lawsuit by President Donald Trump’s campaign that sought to overturn Biden’s victory in Arizona.”

Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin, Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee said, “It comes as no surprise that Ms. Desai’s nomination has received high praise across the political and ideological spectrum, as well as from state judges, law enforcement officials, and three different fire fighters’ organizations. With 16 years of experience as a litigator, she is an outstanding addition to the Ninth Circuit.”

Organizers said the month-long festivities will be based on the “open source” model, with each participating organization free to do the programming of their choice. The event could be held in-person or online and could be in the form of theater, music, dance, fashion show, webinars, or walkathons.

Seeing the educational potential of the HMM initiative, Arnav Kejriwal, President of the Hindu Student Council noted, “We are delighted to watch students grow this educational and celebratory eﬀort by the entire Hindu community on campus and in schools.” Hindus represent one of the newest and the fastestgrowing immigrant communities in the US and Canada. Any organization that wishes to participate in the HHM celebration must register as a partner on the website: Hindumonth.org.

Long running A capella group Penn Masala have released their 12th studio recording titled Midnight Oil. The work on the album began in February 2020 but became a challenge as the world plunged into a global pandemic. Midnight Oil is the group’s journey through trying times. Visit: Pennmasala.com.

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After the success last year of the Hindu Heritage Month (HMM) and the celebrations surrounding it, Dharma-based organizations across North America, have once again come together to facilitate the showcasing of the diversity and richness of Hindu civilization in October 2022. The Hindu Heritage Month, just as in 2021, will be celebrated over the entire month of October. Those invited to participate include not just Hindus but all in the Dharmic fold –Buddhist, Jain and Sikh. “The timeless wisdom of Hindu dharma is equality, inclusivity, hope, happiness, and liberation. This is the message of the HHM. This is the inspiration the world needs today to thrive,” said Dr. Ajay Shah, President of the World Hindu Council of America

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He added, “It’s no secret that communities of color have been severely underrepresented within our judicial system, but a new wave of tenacious and driven leaders is making remarkable progress in our pursuit of proper representation. While we may not know what the future holds, we can be certain that it will be bright – and it will look like all of Headquarteredus.”

The daughter of immigrants from India, Desai was born in Canada before coming to Phoenix as a child.

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Start by boiling the potatoes until easily pierced. Set aside and let cool. Once cool, mash the potatoes and add in the spices (chili powder, cumin, chaat masala, garlic powder, coriander powder, and salt & pepper), the green chili pepper, ginger, onions, cilantro, and juice of ½ a lemon. Mix until wellcombined and adjust the spices to your preferred taste. Then integrate the breadcrumbs and cornstarch, these are the binding agents and will help the patties stick together when cooking. Using your hands mix the potato mixture until well-combined. Next form the patties or “tikkis”. Divide the potato mixture into equal parts (about 8-10 dough balls) and using your hands to form each ball into a disc or patty, about 3 inches wide and ½ inch thick.

Aloo 8 - 10 patties Time: 45 min - 1 hour Time: 10 - 15 minutes (fry) or 30 -45 minutes (bake)

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Hint: add some oil to your hands to keep the mixture from sticking to them. Now choose a cooking method, baking or frying. If you choose to bake the “tikkis,” preheat the oven to 425°F and prep a baking sheet. Space the patties evenly apart on the baking sheet and brush each side of the patties with oil. Bake for 30-45 mins, until golden-brown and lightly crisp, ﬂipping the patties halfway through. Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes for an extra crisp. If frying, coat the bottom of a frying pan with oil, enough to cover about half of a patty. On medium heat, cook the patties on each side for 6-8mins or until each side is golden-brown and slightly crisp. Serve it your way! Warm with chai, as a snack with your favorite chutney and fresh onion, or even make it a full meal by topping with chole (a delicious idea from Diksha!).

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Ingredients Directions Summer is slowly coming to an end and that slight chill in the air is starting to settle in. Personally, this is one of my favorite times of the year. Still warm enough to enjoy our outdoor activities, yet cool enough to curl up on the couch with a warm cup of chai and a savory desi snack, of course. Which brings us to this month’s recipe, Aloo Tikki! This is a popular North Indian snack made of simple ingredients including potatoes, spices, and oftentimes peas. It can even be served as a main dish if you decide to top with chole, a delicious suggestion from our resident Aloo Tikki expert, Diksha. And the best part.. you likely have all these ingredients on hand. So while you try to squeeze in the rest of your summer plans or try to wind down from a long work day, you always have something tasty and easy you can whip up. If you’re anything like me, you’re excited to serve these with a nice, warm, comforting cup of chai. I guess you can say Aloo Tikki is the “September” of North Indian snacks, the perfect in-between season, bite. thanks to Diksha Gulati

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The state plans not only oﬀer fewer options for the 529 investors, but their fees are also rather high compared to what you would pay if you were investing in the similar plans, say, in other non 529 plans. The reason for higher fees is simple; it is that there is another body or organization, in the middle, managing the whole 529 show for the state. So, it is imperative that you should pick a plan where you are getting the highest estimated returns over the long period.

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What does that mean for consumers?

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•Eat an anti-inﬂammatory antioxidant rich diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans/pulses, nuts/seeds, herbs and spices.

•Start paying attention to list of ingredients on everything you buy – the longer the list the worse the product (For example, if you buy peanut butter, the ingredient list should say peanuts. That’s it!)

would do with an IRA is not an option. You must work with what is oﬀered, which is not much.

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The bottomline is that we don’t know what we are putting into our body! Packaged foods are highly processed and may contain many ingredients that are questionable and may not be safe. We are seeing an increase in food allergies, skin issues, digestive issues such as irritable bowel syndrome, chronic inﬂammation related health issues, and a multitude of unexplained problems that have multiplied in recent years.

Mac and Cheese manufactured in the USA has food colors Yellow Dye No. 5 & 6. These are banned in most European countries, so Kraft uses natural vegetable colors from beets and carrots and paprika to create the same color. Similarly, many other products sold here versus Europe have diﬀerent ingredients because these GRAS substances are banned in other countries.

•Limit packaged ultra-processed foods as much as possible, especially cereals and snacks for kids.

•Eat fresh home-cooked foods as much as possible.

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Food Labeling Laws in India Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is an autonomous body established by the Government of India under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. It overseas all food labeling and packaging regulations. The regulations were recently updated, and new standards went into eﬀect in January 2022. Information such as list of ingredients, veg or non-veg logo, nutritional info, list of ingredients including food additives, and manufacturing/expiration date must be listed on each package. There is not much information available about the testing and safety of the additives. There may not be oversight for standardization of the products.

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There has been an increased focus and research on the eﬀects of food additives, preservatives, stabilizers, food colorings, and other chemicals added to food. We are slowly realizing that although the FDA may have labeled these chemicals as “generally safe,” they may not be, and might adversely aﬀect our health. What should we do?

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Not only does the bill protect children of long-term visa holders from aging out and facing ultimate selfdeportation, but it grants these American raised children a green card once they graduate from a 4-year institution in the condition that they resided in the United States legally for 10 years. This bill also allows for work authorization by giving them an EAD to pursue internships, research, jobs, and other opportunities.

Visit the website improvethedream.org/letter and ﬁll out the template provided to urge your local congressmen to raise awareness and prevent the spread of misinformation on this issue.

You can also ﬁnd a call template for your state senator at improvethedream.org/call. With this much progress made by all students facing this issue, every letter, every call, and every voice matters.

Fedora Castelino is a current undergraduate neuroscience student at the University of South Carolina with a passion for immigration policy from Apex, North Carolina.

In addition, the House recently passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) with age-out protections included. This amendment was passed as an en bloc and was supported with immense bipartisanship, unheard of in immigration policy in today’s politics. This amendment, however, removes the provision of the Green Card upon graduation. Both the proposal of the America’s CHILDREN Act and the amendment recently passed in the NDAA is huge progress made on both Improve the Dream and our legal immigration system.Weneed your help to protect the 200,000 students like me, who have been brought up and raised in the United States to give back and serve the country they call home. We are living in a legal limbo and our futures here are uncertain but with your help, we can make both the bill and the amendment in the NDAA pass in the Senate.

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There are over 200,000 students in this exact situation and every year, 10,000 of these American raised children are forced to be deported from the country they have spent their entire lives in legally.

The most unfortunate and discouraging aspect of the H-4 dependent visa is that at the age of 21, I will age out and could face deportation, leaving behind the only country I have ever known, a future that is less than three years away for Atme.that point, I will have to seek out a student visa or another H1-B sponsorship for myself to remain in the country, removing my green card application from my parent’s file and placing me in the back of the line and starting the process from scratch. Each year, the chances of winning the H1-B lottery decreases and the increases backlog of Indian Citizens filing for Green Card applications.Inaddition, to be eligible for a student visa, one must prove “non-immigrant intent” by showing addresses, bank accounts, and proof that they will return to their home country, which simply is difficult to do as an H-4 dependent staying in the US since I was a child. My only options remaining are to leave behind my family and the life I built here.

Since 2017, Improve the Dream has been raising awareness on this issue that often seems to fall through the cracks in immigration issues. We strive to connect and strengthen a national community of young people to improve the journey in navigating the immigration system for themselves and their families, while advocating for a permanent end to aging-out policies.

My mother was able to obtain a spouse EAD, which allows her to work in the country and provide a second income for our family and both my mom and I are considered H-4 dependents on my father’s visa. My father’s employer immediately filed for his Green Card, the permanent residency that allows our family a guarantee to remain in this country. However, due to the excessive Green Card backlog caused by the “per country caps,” 13 years have passed, and we still do not have our GreenTheseCards.“per country caps” only allow seven percent of applicants from each country to get their Green Cards, essentially hurting passport holders of large populations, specifically India. As an H-4 dependent still awaiting a Green Card in high school, I was allowed no work authorization including internships, job shadowing, and even research. In addition, my parents had to factor in the costs of education as we are still considered international students and do not receive instate tuition nor financial aid.

There are no loans available to us without a US Citizen cosponsor, making ﬁnancial planning for a college education incredibly diﬃcult.

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In July of 2021, Representative Deborah Ross and Representative Marionette Miller-Meeks proposed the bill, America’s CHILDREN Act (H.R. 4331/S.2753) which has received bipartisan support to protect children from aging out of the system.

To ﬁnd a means to end this painful journey for these students, I am part of an organization called Improve the Dream, a fully grassroots advocacy group led by students like me.

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Consequently, Article 368 only requires that a sole member of parliament propose a bill to change the constitution and that parliament approve proposed changes by a simple majority to pass them. By contrast, the U.S. requires two-thirds of Congress to propose a constitutional amendment or two-thirds of the states to propose a constitutional convention to consider amendments. Ratiﬁcation requires two-thirds of the states. Consequently, only 27 of roughly 12,000 amendments to the Constitution proposed since 1787 have been adopted. Easy change is credited with being one contributor to the Indian Constitution’s longevity, which at 75 years old far exceeds the global average lifespan of 17 years. In Asia, only two other countries that gained independence soon after World War II still have their original constitutions: Taiwan and South Korea. Thailand, by contrast, has had around 20 constitutions since 1932.

Despite its long and generally promising history, Indian constitutional democracy faces turbulent times. Several recent scandals, including a chief justice accused of sexual harassment and another chief justice accused of abuse of power by his own colleagues, have compromised the Supreme Court’s reputation as a steward of the constitution.

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And certain political developments, such as a controversial 2019 law that made religion a criterion for citizenship for the ﬁrst time, threaten India’s status as a non-theocratic state.

Deepa Das Acevedo is Assistant Professor of Law, University of Alabama — Article courtesy of theconversation.com

4: Easy adjustments

And Article 21, protecting life and personal liberty, has directly contributed to Indians’ right to a free, public elementary education and was cited in the Indian Supreme Court’s 2018 decision to decriminalize consensual same-sex conduct.

Finally, some features of the Indian Constitution are unusual, but not necessarily good or bad.

5: Striking features

Other parts of the Indian Constitution, such as a provision on preventative detention that allows the government to imprison people before they commit a crime, have prompted considerable criticism from scholars, activists and lawyers.

The constitution has two provisions on religious freedom. Article 25 establishes “the right freely to profess, practise and propagate religion” to all persons. That is, the article grants individuals religious freedom. More unusually, Article 26 recognizes “religious denomination[s]” as also having specific rights regarding property, institutional management and “matters of religion.”Those two rights – the individual and the collective –often conflict, as my research on the high-profile dispute over women’s access to the Hindu temple at Sabarimala shows. What matters, when these two rights collide, is which limitations apply to Article 25 and which communities count as religious denominations for Article 26.

When they began drafting India’s constitution 75 years ago, the 299 framers intended to create a charter that would serve all Indians, no matter their faith, caste or gender. Whether that democratic tradition continues for another 75 years will depend on whether lawmakers and judges stay true to that vision.

The committee chairman, B.R. Ambedkar, drew on his education in the U.S. and United Kingdom. Advisor B.N. Rau traveled in the fall of 1947 to Canada, the U.S., Ireland and the U.K. to learn from their experiences. Rau even indicated which country had inspired each element of the draft constitution he prepared for the Assembly. For example, India’s 1947 constitution did not contain a “due process” clause like its American counterpart: U.S. Supreme Court Justice Felix Frankfurter had warned Rau that due process would give Indian courts too much power to overrule legislation, while simultaneously imposing a heavy burden on the judiciary.India’s constitution does, however, contain nonjusticiable “Directive Principles.” The term non-justiciable means these constitutional provisions cannot be enforced by courts. This feature was borrowed from the Irish Constitution of 1937 to give lawmakers and judges a set of values to keep in mind.

Today, India’s Constitution is among the most amended in the world. It has 105 amendments with the last one passed in August 2021. Easy change was intentionally encoded into the Indian Constitution. “[T]here is no permanence in Constitutions,” declared India’s ﬁrst Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. “There should be a certain ﬂexibility.”

Future of Indian democracy

In 1991, after analyzing both Articles 25 and 26, a high court decided that Sabarimala could ban women at all times, despite good reasons to believe women had historically been granted entry under some conditions. Then, in 2018, the Indian Supreme Court invalidated that decision, declaring that because some women had likely always visited Sabarimala, all women should be allowed to enter. The Supreme Court’s ruling was also based on an interpretation of Articles 25 and 26.

The Indian Constitution has several other elements that are remarkable – for better and for worse. Two provisions have received widespread acclaim. Article 17 responded to widespread and debilitating caste discrimination by abolishing untouchability – the practice of segregating and persecuting certain groups because they are considered “impure” – “in any form.”

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In addition to considering launch window availability, the team evaluated regions based on their ability to accommodate a safe landing, using criteria including terrain slope, ease of communications with Earth, and lighting conditions. To determine accessibility, the team also considered combined capabilities of the Space Launch System rocket, the Orion spacecraft, and the SpaceX-provided Starship human landing system.

Each region contains multiple potential landing sites for Artemis III, which will be the ﬁrst of the Artemis missions to bring crew to the lunar surface, including the ﬁrst woman to set foot on the Moon.

All regions considered are scientiﬁcally signiﬁcant because of their proximity to the lunar South Pole, which is an area that contains permanently shadowed regions rich in resources and in terrain unexplored by humans.

As NASA prepares to send astronauts back to the Moon under Artemis, the agency has identiﬁed 13 candidate landing regions near the lunar South Pole.

Each of these regions is located within six degrees of latitude of the lunar South Pole and, collectively, contain diverse geologic features. Together, the regions provide landing options for all potential Artemis III launch opportunities.Speci ﬁc landing sites are tightly coupled to the timing of the launch window, so multiple regions ensure ﬂexibility to launch throughout the year.

To select the regions, an agencywide team of scientists and engineers assessed the area near the lunar South Pole using data from NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter and decades of publications and lunar science ﬁndings.

“Selecting these regions means we are one giant leap closer to returning humans to the Moon for the ﬁrst time since Apollo,” said Mark Kirasich, deputy associate administrator for the Artemis Campaign Development Division at NASA Headquarters in Washington. “When we do, it will be unlike any mission that’s come before as astronauts venture into dark areas previously unexplored by humans and lay the groundwork for future long-term stays.”

“Several of the proposed sites within the regions are located among some of the oldest parts of the Moon, and together with the permanently shadowed regions, provide the opportunity to learn about the history of the Moon through previously unstudied lunar materials,” said Sarah Noble, Artemis lunar science lead for NASA’s Planetary Science Division.

The analysis team weighed other landing criteria with speciﬁc Artemis III science objectives, including the goal to land close enough to a permanently shadowed region NASA Moon continued on page 94

Shown here is a rendering of 13 candidate landing regions for Artemis III. Each region is approximately 9.3 by 9.3 miles (15 by 15 kilometers). A landing site is a location within those regions with an approximate 328-foot (100-meter) radius. Credits: NASA NASA Identiﬁes Candidate Regions for Landing Next Americans on Moon

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Guru: “Because there’s no guarantee how long it will last...“ *****

Guru: “Marriage is like chess. The King can move only one space while the Queen can move anywhere!”*****

Hee Hee Mafatlal: “Which country created the phrase, ‘I love you’?

Mafatlal: “Give it to a lazy guy. He will always ﬁnd the easy way.”

Saathee.com 86 September 2022 By Kirit Shukla Note: * denotes abbreviation of the word or phrase Clues Across: 1. The folk dance of Gujarat state, India. 6. Gujarati folk theatre form, aka Vesha or Swang 11. A town on the west coast of Finland. 13. Indian Railways. (*) 14. Bachelor of nursing. (*) 16. In a way that causes feelings of disappointment. 18. Electric Current Eccentric Kaos. (*) 20. California. (*) 22. The claw of an animal and especially of a bird of prey. 24. Louisiana. (*) 25. The reflux of the tide toward the sea. 27. Baroda (Gujarati name) 30. A nine-day/night Hindu festival in honor of Durga. 32. A state in the western U.S.: capital Carson City. 33. A Special Administrative Region of the People's R.O.C. west of Hong Kong, previously under Portuguese control. 35. A cord (usually goat's hair) that Arabs wind around their heads to hold down a kerchief like headdress. 36. A place situated in Hai, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. 38. United Arab Republic. (*) 39. The hard outer covering that encases most mollusks. 40. Calendar Year. (*) 41. An association of disgrace or public disapproval with something, such as an action or condition. 43. The fifth sign of the zodiac in western astrology. 45. Of or relating to the dawn or the east. 46. To offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance. 48. ‘Benedict __’1741–1801, American revolutionary general. 49. The excavation itself. Clues Down: 2. Arkansas. (*) 3. “Dandia ___”, garba dance with sticks in Navaratri. 4. A lantern; also, the moon. (Scotland) 5. The most populous city of Gujarat, India. 7. Hawaii. (*) 8. A unit of area equal to 100 square meters. 9. To endure. 10. A colored solution used for writing with a pen. 12. Indian tabla player who specialized in Hindustani classical music. (1919-2000) 15. A golf score of one stroke on a hole. 17. A character in the Star Wars universe; small, green character who is powerful in the Force. 19. Asks for especially as a right. 21. One who rejects. (From Mid 17th century) 23. Things worthy of note. 26. A native of a country whose capital is Munich. 28. Talked nonsense. 29. Irritating. 31. Valued. (*) 32. A stomach distress with food and an urge to vomit. 34. Emory Healthcare. (*) 37. Inter Explorer. (*) 39. Standard Missile. (*) 42. Greater New Orleans. (*) 44. Separated from a set or series. 47. Emotional Intelligence. (*) (solution on page 88) ANDPUZZLESJOKES

Guru: Mafatlal:“China.”“How is that?”

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You are likely to face several awkward situations due to a stubborn attitude, and you could suffer because of them. Bad luck may hit you hard this month. However, your parents will help in controlling the situation if you’re willing to listen. Try to keep yourself busy as it will help alleviate frustration. It is advisable to avoid any big decisions. Pass the time peacefully.

Pisces (February 19 – March 20)

Capricorn (December 22 – January 21)

You will experience unwanted stress. There may be some bad news regarding your place of business. Unexpected losses are also indicated due to indulgent spending. Maintain good relations with your superiors. Speculation must be avoided. Depression or lack of self-conﬁdence may cause major problems. Try to avoid taking unnecessary risks.

Virgo (August 23 – September 21)

Gemini (May 21 – June 20) This is a good time to make quick decisions as luck will favor you. Welcome any and all change to set things in motion. Just avoid any new business deal or borrowing money. A rise in income is clearly indicated. Your partner could be good support. You will enjoy good health. Travel could be relaxing. Speculation must be avoided. The ﬁrst half of the month could be much better than the latter.

Leo (July 23 – August 22) Prepare for a huge positive turn in your life as a feeling of relief will delight you. Now is the time to make spontaneous decisions and go full speed ahead. A joint venture with family could become proﬁtable. If already involved in a business partnership, it should bring good news for you. You will also see a slow improvement in health. A minor ﬁnancial set back is possible during the last week of the month. Now is the time to spend on luxury items.

After a busy start, your life will slow down signiﬁcantly. Even though this not a negative period, you won’t feel comfortable. Avoid travel if possible. A dispute with friends due to a misunderstanding will upset you this month, but don’t waste money in an attempt to resolve it. Health problems related to gas or arthritis may give you some trouble. Keep your head down in order to pass the time quietly.

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Taurus (April 21 – May 20)

You should feel conﬁdent this month. It is time to make quick decisions. The beginning of the month will be good, and activities will slow down around the last week. Don’t make any solid commitments. This is a great time to be sincere and act responsibly. Fun times with your partner are clearly indicated. You may experience power of destiny, so remember to surrender to it.

An increase in both income and status are clearly indicated, but you must remember to follow the rules. A very important careerrelated opportunity may delight you during the second half of the month such as an opportunity to start your own business. However, your partner could create problems this month. The last week of the month will be very crucial for making major decisions. Many new ideas will pop into your mind, so be sure to consider at least a few of them.

Scorpio (October 21 – November 20)

Cancer (June 21 – July 22) You may feel like getting out of your confusions and misunderstandings. This period will take on a slow but conﬁdently positive turn. By the end of the month, you should feel quite relaxed. This is a good time for travel. You should notice clear signs for upcoming positive change, so try not to ignore them. You will enjoy a happy family life. Smart tips from your associates will help you in making the right decisions.

Your speech and ideologies will help you act with conﬁdence. You may receive some good news this month. Sudden travel should also bring good luck. There is a chance for a promotion if employed, but a change of residence or profession should be not ruled out either. Success is assured in all ventures, so try to gain as much as possible this month. This is a good time to sell real estate.

(March 21 – April 20)

Your life could accelerate as a new opportunity knocks on your door. You will see a reduction in workload and may feel better at work. Remain calculative before acting. Do not involve your friends or siblings in any new venture. Be extra careful about your health. An intuitive sixth sense should send you some positive messages as destiny guides you in the right direction.

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Slow down as this is the time to take preventive measures. It will be difﬁcult to maintain focus and make important decisions, but things should still be under control. Watch relations with your partner to avoid confusion. Travel should be avoided this month. This is a favorable time for managing family property and social issues. Avoid taking major risks.

Aquarius (January 22 – February 18)

Wait and watch as uncertainty may prevail. A lack of conﬁdence and ﬁnancial stress may bother you. It is advisable to accept help and protection from your family. A change in career is also possible. Remain at your current residence for now to preserve stability and security. You should enjoy good physical health. Focus more on family life and wait for things to take a more positive turn. Control your temperament.

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After my wife and my youngest son Neil came home, our next-door neighbor, Martha, an older white lady, brought some baby clothes for my son. She told us how lucky she was to survive the attack on the Pentagon. She lost several of her colleagues because the impact of the plane was in the section of the building where her department was located.

Our youngest was born four days after that on September 15. I remember going to the hospital with a couple of my Sikh friends wearing turbans and another friend with a beard. After getting on the elevator, the door opened on the second ﬂoor, and we saw an older white lady. As soon as she saw us, her face turned even whiter with fear. She walked into the elevator with a bit of hesitation. I guess it would have been awkward and impolite for her to not walk into the elevator with four brown men. In the elevator, you could sense her fear. The few seconds that followed until she got to her ﬂoor felt like an eternity. As she was walking out, the playful side in me wanted to make a funny cackling sound but decided against it. I am sure we would have had a good laugh, but she could have had a heart attack on the spot!

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Over a period of several years, the Virginia, DC and Maryland population became a lot more diverse. I still prefer Southern California, not only because of its diversity but also the weather. I belong to a couple of Toastmasters clubs where I have often shared my Washington stories, how my youngest son was born four days after such a violent and chaotic day that transformed the world forever. He turns 21 in September. When I look at him, I see a conﬁdent, polite, and grounded young Indian American man who has close friends from all the major ethnic groups. He has been able to integrate the goodness of Indian and American cultures and values. So, from the point of view of my son’s eyes, I am grateful our country has become a better place than the days when he was born. We have embraced our similarities and grown stronger just like my neighbor and I did standing on that driveway. Today, I walk into an elevator ﬁlled with people from all over with no fear and no need to cackle to break the tension.

The next day, I saw her husband, a retired military colonel, who was a senior executive at the NRA. He and I were on cordial terms because I had helped clear snow on his driveway a few times. I never discussed politics or his work at the NRA with him. I oﬀered my condolences and his eyes swelled with tears. I could see how relieved he was that his wife did not perish in the same building where I ﬁrst gave my Toastmasters speech. At that moment, we were united over our common grief and connected with our bond of humanity.

NASA Moon continued from page 82 to allow crew to conduct a moonwalk, while limiting disturbance when landing. This will allow crew to collect samples and conduct scientiﬁc analysis in an uncompromised area, yielding important information about the depth, distribution, and composition of water ice that was conﬁrmed at the Moon’s South Pole.

The team identiﬁed regions that can fulﬁll the moonwalk objective by ensuring proximity to permanently shadowed regions, and also factored in other lighting conditions.

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All 13 regions contain sites that provide continuous access to sunlight throughout a 6.5-day period – the planned duration of the Artemis III surface mission. Access to sunlight is critical for a long-term stay at the Moon because it provides a power source and minimizes temperature variations.“Developing a blueprint for exploring the solar system means learning how to use resources that are available to us while also preserving their scientific integrity”, said Jacob Bleacher, chief exploration scientist for NASA. “Lunar water ice is valuable from a scientific perspective and also as a resource, because from it we can extract oxygen and hydrogen for life support systems andNASAfuel.” will discuss the 13 regions with broader science and engineering communities through conferences and workshops to solicit input about the merits of each region. This feedback will inform site selections in the future, and NASA may identify additional regions for consideration.Theagency will also continue to work with SpaceX to confirm Starship’s landing capabilities and assess the optionsNASAaccordingly.willselect sites within regions for Artemis III after it identifies the mission’s target launch dates, which dictate transfer trajectories and surface environment conditions.Through Artemis, NASA will land the first woman and the first person of color on the Moon, paving the way for a long-term, sustainable lunar presence and serving as a steppingstone for future astronaut missions to Mars. For more information on Artemis, visit: Nasa.gov/specials/artemis.

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