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1 From LA to Mumbai: Being Single in India

“If you’re a (born again) single woman, and traveling in India, be prepared to be judged. You walk in, you are single, you will be singled out.
Do not let slip you were once married. Divorcee spells danger. You cannot talk to any man assembled there, without prejudice.

By the time you have settled down with a drink thrust into your hand, womenfolk in the room have automatically assumed you are there with the sole purpose of playing “Le Slut”, out to ensnare the nearest male with your beguiling ways and doe-eyed charm…and married Indian women can be spiteful.” Guest Blog by Tori Roy.

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4 The Ghosts of Colonial Calcutta

Calcutta was once known as ‘City of Palaces’ and in the days of the British Raj there were opulent buildings built by the rulers as well as the Bengal elite. Today many of these grand structures are in decay and a passionate chronicler of these disappearing stories is Prabir C. Purkayastha, award-winning photojournalist who tells evocative tales through his camera.
Purkayastha was recently in New York where the Sundaram Tagore Gallery showcased Stories in Stone: Colonial Calcutta, images which tell the story of grand edifices in decline.

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16 Flying the Friendly Indian Skies

“In India, traveling by air is no longer a monopoly of the elite, but has instead become an affordable and convenient way to travel for all. When we were younger only the rich and famous could afford air travel. The average, middle-class Indian citizen had only one option: the train, and that too either the sleeper class or the third AC.

Thanks to the low cost airlines in India, now everybody makes a beeline for the airport, and many have forgotten the way to the railway station – including me.” GUEST BLOG

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8 Thinking Out of the Box – Cancer, Joblessness, Saving the Environment…

The scourge of cancer, the threat of a damaged environment, poverty and joblessness are some of the problems which endanger our world. However, instead of tales of gloom and despair, we share with you three wonderful stories of hope for our small planet.

Meet young entrepreneurs, all from California, who have come up with creative solutions to problems with their bold out-of-the-box thinking.

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1 AmeriCares India & Disney's 'Million Dollar Arm'

What better way to grab victory from the jaws of defeat than to watch ‘Million Dollar Arm’, Disney’s fun tale of two village kids from India making it in the big, big world of professional baseball in America?

The fact that this is a true story makes it all the more enjoyable and relevant. The film stars ‘Mad Men’ star Jon Hamm, along with Lake Bell, Madhur Mittal, Aasif Mandvi and Suraj Sharma in a very likeable film. A benefit screening in NYC raised $5000 for AmeriCares India

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0 The Spit Inspector & Other Indian Tales

Yes, you’ve heard of the roadside dentists and the ear-cleaners, and the wedding detectives in India. But did you know there are also roadside bone-setters and even Spit-Inspectors?

Only in India, only in India!

The funny part is you’re hearing about all these things from foreigners, from tourists and travelers – India seems to be on everyone’s radar nowadays. For those wondering what a Spit Inspector does, read on.

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4 The Hundred-Foot Journey with Oprah & Spielberg

The fabulous Helen Mirren, the quite wonderful Om Puri – loads of French and Indian food – and a love story with music by AR Rahman. Add to it Steven Spielberg and Oprah Winfrey! Perfect ingredients for an unexpected romance set in France.It is based on the critically acclaimed book by Richard C. Morais which has been a best seller in 29 countries.

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1 Shubha Mudgal & Bombay Jayashri – Confluence of Hindustani & Carnatic Music

Rarely do you get to see two powerful titans of North and South, of Hindustani and Carnatic music, performing together – Shubha Mudgal and Bombay Jayashri.

What is fascinating about these two great musicians is that they have such rich backgrounds in the traditions of classical music but are always willing to try new things and also participate with western musicians. For them, everything begins and blossoms with music.

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13 Lunch with Madhur and Sakina Jaffrey – Delicious!

It was a rare occasion to have the two Jaffreys – Madhur and Sakina – together and both celebrities talked about life and success with over 200 women over lunch. It was symbolic that these two noted New Yorkers were at an event which celebrated everyone’s favorite city while raising funds for its most vulnerable residents – the children in New York’s homeless shelters.

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