Month: May 2014

Chicago IL: Federation of Indian Associations-Chicago [FIA] – a premier community umbrella organization of 30-years — passed a momentous resolution hailing the landslide victory of Shri. Narendra Modi and warmly welcomed the clear mandate given to the BJP party by the Indian electorate in the historic elections held in India. This distinctive resolution was tabled and adopted at a specially convened FIA board meeting held on Sunday May 18, 2014 at its office located on Mahatma Gandhi Marg in the heart of the India Town in Chicago. With a spirit of jubilation, Federation of Indian Associations-Chicago [FIA] celebrated Shri. Narendra Modi’s resounding victory and his ascension to the office of the Prime Minister accorded by the people of India. FIA further observed that the imperatives of good governance and development has driven the anxious and restless India in huge droves to the polls – thus electing a leader who has the fire in his belly to bring quantum leap to India with effective governance. The FIA resolution further lauds Shri. Narendra Modi for his indefatigable energy and devotion to the ideals of good governance and his resolute will to lead India in the 21stcentury ushering a rapid all round economic […]

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Chicago IL: Madhuriben Thakkar, wife of Vinodbhai R. Thakkar, passed away at the age of 65, on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at her home in Des Plaines, Illinois. Madhuriben was born on September 30, 1948 to Keshavlal and Jiviben Thakkar in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Madhuriben was 1 of 5 children, and was preceded in death by her 3 Elder Brothers. She married Vinodbhai R. Thakkar in 1966 and moved to America in 1971 at the young age of 23, joining Vinodbhai two years after his move. Both were welcomed by a small circle of friends initially and this group grew to a very large circle of family and friends that they in turn welcomed and supported as each settled in the States. Madhuriben helped support her family by working for many years in various Offices and Retail Positions, including a 14 year-long employment with All State Insurance Company before retiring in 2003. While she worked in the Traditional, Professional Sense, she is most remembered by family and friends as working tirelessly alongside Vinodbhai in their joint efforts to support Religious, Cultural, Community and Volunteer Activities. As a result of her own efforts and because of her continuing support of her husband, […]

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Chicago IL: Chicago celebrated its 14th Annual Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month (AAHM) on May 16 with an awards ceremony and cultural program at noon at Richard J. Daley Center downtown. The reception was hosted jointly by Dorothy Brown, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County (CCCC), and Beena Patel, president of the 14-year old Asian American Employees Social Club (AAESC). This year Mrs. Dorothy Brown, due to conflict in schedule, could not attend the event in person. Her place was substituted by Mr. Michael Moore, executive clerk of Court Operations and Administration Principal Host Mrs.Beena Patel, Asian Committee Chair and Associate Clerk of First Municipal Bureau. Beena opened the event and first congratulated Prime-minister elect of India, Mr. Narendra Modi for his triumphant overwhelming election victory in recent Indian general election. Master of Ceremony ‘Miss Chicago’ Ms. Marisa Buchheit, individually thanked all the AAESC members and event sponsors. She recognized name dignitaries present, foreign Diplomatic Personnel present including Deputy Council General of India Mr. N. J. Gangate, Media Representatives, Community Leaders, and her own support staff. She recounted how AAHM was started over 10 yrs. ago to celebrate contributions of American Asian-Pacific communities. Award Presentations:, Award recipients for the […]

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Chicago IL : Sonu Nigam Live in Concert “Klose To My Soul ” rocked Sears Centre Arena, 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates, IL On Friday – May 16, 2014. The magnificent Sears Centre Arena was packed with a phenomenal number of people who attended this sold out Concert. So far all these years max 4000 people attend show this time break all record.. attendance was over 8000 plus. Chicago and Midwest for making it the Biggest Sonu Nigam Concert Ever In Chicago!!! Sonu Nigam, the heart-beat of Bollywood music and Cinema, who is an actor as well as a playback singer, mesmerize enthusiastic crowd for about 3.5 hour. Tickets for show range from $39, $59, $69, $99, $150, $250 (VIP) and $500 (VVIP). The National promoter of this tour is Balaji Entertainment and the Chicago show was organized by Babubhai Patel, Bhavesh Patel from Sahil and Nick Patel and Mayur Patel from L.A. TAN. Among himself, Sonu Nigam Live in Concert “Klose To My Soul” had many skilled musicians, all look stylish and very remarkable. Sonu Nigam and his band of 24 musicians The orchestra included 9 violinists, 2 keyboard players, 1 drum player, 3 Dholak and or Tabla […]

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Chicago IL: Charitable Foundation chapter of Indian American Medical Association (IAMACF), held their Annual Meeting and Fund Raising Dinner on May 10 2014 at Waterford Banquets, 933 S. Riverside Drive, Elmhurst, IL. The entire colorful event was attended by more than 250 attendees The primary purpose to organize this event was to raise the financial support in running the Free Healthcare Clinics in metro Chicago serving increasing numbers of underprivileged, undeserved and underinsured patients amounting to over 3000 patients in year 2013. After social hour the event commenced with the national anthem, followed by the energetic and enthusiastic address, respectively by IAMA President Dr. Hemlata Bakane, and IAMACF chair Dr. Rambha Radhakrishnan. In summary, they congratulated IAMACF officials and volunteers for running the free clinic in Chicago for past over 20 years. This success is by the virtue of the unselfish dedication and labor. Dr. Bakane stated that “The God has given us wealth in order to have the opportunity to help and to do well to others. and Dr. Rambha appealed to donate the time and money towards this noble cause. Dr Bakane thanked Dr. Jay Joshi, IAMA young physician committee chair for helping with various skillful tasks ranging […]

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Chicago IL: Dr. Ghanshyam Pandey, Professor of Psychiatry and Pharmacology at the University of Illinois , College of Medicine at Chicago , was selected for the 2014 Distinguished Faculty Award. The citation of the award read: “This honor is in recognition of the international recognition you have brought to UIC through your exceptional research on the neurobiology of mood disorders and suicide. Your work has led to original discoveries by elucidating the molecular and cellular nature of abnormalities associated with the pathophysiology of mood disorders and suicide, and you are considered a world-wide leader in the field of biological psychiatry. Throughout your career you have made substantial contributions to the programs of the Department and the College, and on behalf of the Collage and the University I extend my warmest appreciation and thanks.” Professor Pandey received the medal for this award in a Commencement ceremony of the UIC College of Medicine held on 9th of May, 2014 at the UIC Pavilion. Dr. Pandey has conducted extensive research aimed at understanding the neurobiology of depression and suicide, which could be used for targeting better treatment for these disorders and for an early identification of the people with these diseases. Dr. Pandey […]

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Chicago IL: The wonderful amalgamation of Indo-Pak community was seen in American Association of Retired Asians Sixth Annual Gala on Friday, May 9, 2014 at Ashton Place Banquets, 341 75th St, Willow Brook, IL. The program was hosted by AARA has shown the fine juxtaposition of unity and brotherhood among various South Asian countries including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and East European. The evening was attended by more than 350 enthusiastic supporters and invited guests. Present in the audience were elected officials, dignitaries, American Politician, Indian and Pakistani Prominent community leaders, seniors and their families. All the volunteers and supporters of AARA took great pride in hosting this event. The evening was warm, welcoming and most of all very enjoyable. The event started with a social hour at 6:30 PM as the guests started coming in. Everybody enjoyed the tasty Hors d’oeuvres while relaxing and mixing with their friends. There was an extensive Silent Auction table with a variety of items to bid on. The main program began promptly at 7:30PM. Arshia Hasnain, the emcee for the evening welcomed the guests in her speech and gave the highlight of the program as follows: AARA President’s Message, AARA’s achievements, Fundraising, Awards, Fashion […]

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