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In conversation with Prof Shuvra Das, faculty member of Mechanical Engineering, University of Detroit Mercy in Detroit

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Prof Shuvra Das was born in Kolkata, India, and finished his undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur. He came to the US as a graduate student in 1985 and finished his Ph.D. from Iowa State University. He was a post-doctoral researcher at University of Notre Dame for just under a year. Since 1994 he has been a faculty member of Mechanical Engineering at University of Detroit Mercy in Detroit, USA. His wife, also an engineer, works for Ford Motor Company.

Prof Shuvra loves reading, writing, painting, photography, and theater. He has six published texts on different topics of engineering. His creative writings (mostly poetry) in English and Bengali have been published in many magazines such as The Antonym, Batayan, The Balcony, Doublespeak, Pine Cone Review, Rigorous, Sahitya Cafe, Banglalive, Irabotee, etc. He is also very active in grassroots organizing and is a founder member of SAMOSA, a South Asian grassroots organizing group in Michigan. In 2019 SAMOSA became a partner and the Michigan chapter of They See Blue. Since then Shuvra and other SAMOSA members have been involved in the nationwide efforts of They See Blue to get South Asians to support Democratic candidates nationwide.

We talk to Prof Shuvra Das about the upcoming elections, and much around it – So, if you missed this earlier, tune – in for sure, yet again, today, 29th  September, on MeraSangeet Gold at 6:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 6:00 PM EST and MeraSangeet USA/East at 7:00 PM and 12:00 PM EST.

From our Archives – In conversation with one of India’s finest actors, Kanwaljit

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Kanwalit Singh is a wonderful Indian actor who has performed in films as well as television serials. He has acted in Hindi and Punjabi films. His contributions towards these mediums has been immense. Some of his works include TV series and films like Buniyaad, Saans, Satte Pe Satta, Jee Aayan Nu, Asa Nu Maan Watna Da and so many more.

The conversation goes back many years – to how life took Kanwaljit towards films, about his very famous works – from Television to films, and much more – beyond films — about his wife and how he first met her, and much more.

Do tune in for the interview, recorded many years back – yet again today, on our show, From our Archives, today, 27th September, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST.

From our Archives – Conversation with the popular Indian actress, model and singer, Suchitra Krishnamoorthi, on our Hindi Radio Show

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Suchitra Krishnamoorthi is an Indian actress, model and singer known for her works in Hindi cinema, South cinema, and television.

Suchitra started her career with the TV series Chunauti while still in school in the year 1987–1988.She acted in a production of Peanuts: The Musical, a musical based on the famous comic strip Peanuts.She played the character Lucy. She appeared in television commercials endorsing many products.

On the show, we talk about her various roles – as a model, actor, singer, mother, painter — to name some – We also talk about her very popular movie, Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa, about her songs, and much more. Courtesy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suchitra_Krishnamoorthi

Catch the conversation, recorded many years back, today, 20th September, on our Hindi Radio Show, From our Archives, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST

In Remembrance – a conversation from our archives – with Jaspal Singh Bhatti

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Jaspal Singh Bhatti was an Indian television personality known for his satirical take on the problems of the common man. He is most well known for his television series Flop Show, Full Tension and mini capsules Ulta Pulta, which ran in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Jaspal Singh Bhatti was commonly known as “King of Comedy” and also “King of Satire”. He carried out various anti corruption crusades in Chandigarh. His frontal attack on issues like redtapism, nepotism, and corruption was both comic and awakening for masses.

In 2013, Jaspal Singh Bhatti was (posthumously) honored with the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award. Courtesy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaspal_Bhatti

Today, as we remember Jaspal Singh Bhatti, do listen – in this conversation, recorded many years back, today, 16th September, on our show, From our Archives, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST

Erasing Borders Dance Festival, September 2024 – Save the dates

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The ERASING BORDERS DANCE FESTIVAL returns for “THEN AND NOW” its 17th annual event with three totally different programs, treating audiences to a wide and exciting range of artists, storytellers, and musicians performing different styles of Indian dance: Kathak Bharatanatyam, Odissi, and more. Live performances September 21 & 22, 6 PM, at the Ailey Citigroup Theater.

In conversation with Dr. Rita Yadava on Reproductive Rights at stake in November 2024

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Dr. Rita Yadava, M.D. specializes in Pediatrics and Pediatric Neurology and has been practicing since 1986, though she is currently semi-retired. She serves on the Medical Advisory Board of Easter Seals DuPage, the Board of Directors of Giant Steps Autism School, and the Board of Directors of the National Indo-American Museum.

Dr. Yadava has a special interest in children with developmental and behavioral disabilities. She is a passionate advocate for gun safety, community health, and reproductive rights. She is also mom to Nina and Gaurav, and Nani to Nina’s two daughters.& Dadi to Gaurav’s three sons. 

We talked to Dr. Rita about the reproductive rights at stake in November 2024. We also catch a glimpse of her life now, her family, and about India and much more. 

So in cse you missed this earlier, do tune – in today, 07th September, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST.

From our Archives – conversation with the Indian pop singer, Alisha Chinai

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Alisha Chinai is a very popular Indian pop singer known for her Indi-pop albums as well as playback singing in Hindi cinema.

This conversation, recorded many years back, revolves around her journey – going back to the years when she started singing, to the many albums she recorded, to doing play back singing for many Bollywood films. Alisha also talks about her childhood days – and yes, a beautiful message for you. And not to miss are the many songs that she rendered that we would be airing, today, on the show, From our Archives.

Do listen – in to it, for sure, today, 1st September, on our Hindi Radio Show, From our Archives, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 5:00 PM – EST

From our Archives – a conversation with the one of India’s most versatile singer, Asha Bhosle

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Asha Bhosle, is a household name – an Indian playback singer, known for her versatility, described as one of the most influential and successful singers in Hindi Cinema. In her career spanning over eight decades she has recorded songs for films and albums in various Indian languages.

Asha Bhosle has received several accolades including two National Film Awards, four BFJA Awards, eighteen Maharashtra State Film Awards, nine Filmfare Awards including a Lifetime Achievement Award and a record seven Filmfare Awards for Best Female Playback Singer[, in addition to two Grammy nominations. In 2000, she was honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India’s highest award in the field of cinema. In 2008, she was honoured by the Government of India with the Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian honour of the country. Courtesy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asha_Bhosle

Do tune in for the interview, recorded many years back – yet again today, 19th August, on our show, From our Archives, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST.

From our Archives: a conversation with the great Indian legend, Shammi Kapoor Sahaab

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Shammi Kapoor Photos [HD]: Latest Images, Pictures, Stills ...Remembering Shammi Kapoor Sahaab…
As I go back to the time of the interview, I just have one wish to make like I did then , and that was to freeze the time, to hold on to the time , the era, the Shammi Kapoor Era….the magic continued I am sure in all those peoples lives which were touched by the wand of the legend called Shammi Kapoor… Yes, he happened to be my fav star of all times..I had grown watching his films…and it was a moment out of the blue for me to be able to speak with him.

The interview happened when he was at the fag end of his life..but little did we know then…he was still so full of life. He counted the days of a week that he would be in the hospital for Dialysis and asked me to call him on any of the remaining ones…Great people are great because they have greatness engraved in them…on the scheduled day, he got delayed by an hour as he was busy with another interview, but made it a point to come on the phone to tell me personally how “sorry” he was and that he would be back in an hour….Back he certainly was, apologetic again for the delay ….we have much to learn from you Shammi Kapoor Sahaab and you will always remain in our hearts…always be my fav star of all times…

Do tune in for the interview, recorded many years back – yet again today, 17th August, on our show, From our Archives, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST — lets all take a peep into yesteryears, into Shammi Kapoor Sahaab’s films, his life…and as I said then, I say these very famous words again, “thehar ye dil ki bekhudi, itna tou dekh lene dewoh khud tashreef laaye hain, yaa unki yaad aayi hai”…

Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee to Announce Target Races in Arizona and New Investment to Break the GOP Majorities

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the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee unveiled 12 Spotlight candidates running in critical races across Arizona and an additional $223K investment to break the Republican majorities. These target races include 8 House candidates and 4 Senate candidates that will serve as a guidepost as the DLCC aims to gain 2 seats in each chamber to flip the Arizona legislature and help Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs deliver the progress Arizonans deserve.

Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee President Heather Williams issued the following statement:

“The 8 House and 4 Senate candidates we’re unveiling in Arizona represent some of the strongest opportunities and critical races to flip both chambers in one of the toughest battleground states. Arizona will be competitive at all levels of the ballot and our Spotlight candidates are running tough races that could come down to a handful of votes. That’s why we’re building on our earlier investments and moving immediate additional support for state legislative candidates in Arizona to boost Democrats’ chances of flipping the state blue this fall.It’s no exaggeration to say that 2024 is the most important year in state legislative campaign history. State legislatures are on the frontlines of shaping the issues that matter most – from abortion to democracy, LGBTQ+ rights, gun safety, and more. The future landscape of rights for Arizonans hangs in the balance in 2024 – and the DLCC is committed to safeguarding Arizonans’ future as we position state legislatures at the forefront of shaping the national Democratic agenda across the country.”

Arizona Senator and ADLCC Board Chair Priya Sundareshan

“Arizona is the closest we’ve ever been to achieving this Democratic trifecta. So we’re gonna leave everything on the field this year. We must protect Arizonans from the MAGA extremism that has taken root. And the only way to do that is to flip the state legislature and protect the rights and freedoms that voters hold most dear.”

To watch the press conference with DLCC President Heather Williams and Spotlight candidates in Arizona marking the launch of our slate of target races and new investment, click here.

In conversation with Hessann Farooqi, Executive Director, Boston Climate Action Network

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Hessann Farooqi is the Executive Director of the Boston Climate Action Network. He is the youngest person and the first person of color appointed to lead BCAN in its more than two-decade history. He studied economics at Boston University, worked in the United States Senate, and served on various federal, state, and local political campaigns.

Hessann also serves as an Environmental Justice Advisor to the Metropolitan Area Planning Council on developing their Greater Boston Climate Action Plan and supports MassRobotics on their Climate Robotics Working Group. He previously served as an advisor to The White House and Department of Energy’s Opportunity Project.

After studying economics at Boston University, organizing for climate action at the local and state levels, and working to elect climate champions to public office, Hessann is thrilled to help advocate for climate justice through BCAN.

So, the topic of discussion today is climate change, how each of us individuals can contribute to reversing the situation if we can at all, and much more around the topic. Tune -in for sure, today, 12th August, August, on MeraSangeet Gold at 6:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 6:00 PM EST  and MeraSangeet USA/East at 7:00 PM and 12:00 PM EST.

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