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In the Tampa Bay area, check out PBS affiliate WEDU on Monday, March 21 at 8 p.m. for a show on the cultural impact of Asian Indians in U.S.



Pramukh Swami Maharaj
BAPS SHRI SWAMINARAYAN MANDIR TAMPA TO OPEN
APRIL 2-3

By NITISH S. RELE - editor@khaasbaat.com

The Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) temple in Thonotosassa (near Tampa) will hold grand opening celebrations during the April 2-3 weekend. The 30,000-square-foot multi-story building at 9226 E. Fowler Ave. (between Interstate 75 and U.S. 301) is the largest BAPS Hindu temple in the Southeast United States.
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The Road to Mumbai
ON THE ROAD TO FANTASY
By NITISH S. RELE - editor@khaasbaat.com

While growing up in Africa as a child, she was entranced by the world of books. They were a big influence on Ruth Jeyaveeran, "offering an escape, what it's like to live in a different place."

The 32-year-old novelist and painter now wants children, especially of ages 4-8, to enjoy that very same land of fantasy by laying hands on a debut book "The Road to Mumbai." (published by Houghton Mifflin)
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YOUR VOICE IN EDUCATION
By DR. JUDY JOHNSON AND PURVI PATEL

Every parent wants the best possible education and life for their child, but often we turn to others to define what we mean by “best.” We all have experienced school so we have some perspective on this topic, but do we give our own opinions their due? Do we ask ourselves whether schools reflect our vision of the day-to-day activities of children and have we clearly thought about what it is we want for them? What is education and what should it do for our children? How can we best provide our children with the opportunity to experience our vision?
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Get more in the upcoming events sections, youth higlights, health updates and read book reviews in this edition of Khaasbaat.
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Raincoat
Bollywood Watch
By Shephali J. Rele

This section will be devoted to telling you about creative films that may not have been blockbuster hits but in case you missed it, worth a look. It will also focus on new releases this month.
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Sonjay Dutt
Profile: SONJAY DUTT: ‘THE ORIGINAL PLAYA FROM THE HIMALAYA’

Watch out for "The Original Playa from the Himalaya." At just 5' 8" and 185 pounds, Sonjay Dutt pales in comparison to some of the bigger hulks in the ring. But the 22-year- old could spell trouble, especially if he kicks the Hindu Press move into gear -- spinning 360 degrees before diving and landing on top of his opponent.
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AVOID MORTGAGE MISTAKES: SAVE MONEY, WHILE BUYING A HOME
By Francis Vayalumkal

Buying a home is one of the most expensive, long-ranging financial commitment most of us ever make. The more homework you do before heading out with a real estate agent or making an offer on a home, the more likely you are to stretch your mortgage budget.
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