www.theindianpanorama.com VOL 10 ISSUE 45 ● NEW YORK ● NOV 18 - NOV 24, 2016 ENQUIRIES: 646-247-9458 ● PRICE 40 CENTS YEARS DEMONETIZATION STALLS Parliament: Ruckus in Lok Sabha, Speaker adjourns House Guesses galore about Donald Chaotic scenes witnessed in both Houses of Parliament over Trump's Cabinet-in-waiting but scrapping of Rs1,000 and Rs500 notes only Trump knows who will be in NEW DELHI (TIP): Both Houses Rudy Giuliani, Jeff of parliament were adjourned on Sessions, Nikki Thursday, November 17, as opposition lawmakers continued Haley, Lt. Gen. their attack on the government over Michael Flynn are the impact of its ban on 500 and 1000 favorites; Gingrich, rupee notes. Today was the second Ben Carson not day of the winter session. Union finance minister Arun Jaitley later inclined As President-Elect Donald rejected all demands of the NEW YORK (TIP): As Trump attempts to cobble opposition. President-Elect Donald Trump together an efficient In the Rajya Sabha or Upper vets his prospects, a mix of cabinet, the media is rife House, where a debate on loyalists and others has with speculations demonetization has been on since emerged. contd on Page 32 Wednesday, the opposition shouted slogans demanding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi come to the Indian American Community house, listen to debate and respond to their questions. It's a stalemate, with Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge, SP chief Mulayam Singh Yadav and other MPs in the Leader Dilip Chauhan honored the government refusing to give in to Lok Sabha during the winter session of Parliament on Thursday, November 17. with Congressional Award contd on Page 32 Photo courtesy of PTI November 12 declared "Dilip Chauhan Day" in 6th Congressional District PBD 2017 will effectively address the issues of Indian Diaspora: MEA Secretary Mulay President of Long Island Gujarati Cultural Society Bakul Matalia and Vice President Vijay Shah presenting the prestigious US Congressional Award declaring November 12th, 2016 as "Dilip Chauhan Day" in the 6th Congressional District by Congresswoman Grace Meng, to Mr. DIlip Chauhan, Director of South East/ Asian Affairs for Nassau Mr. Dnyaneshwar M Mulay said India was fast transforming and extended invitation to NRIs to come and see for themselves County Comptroller and a prominent South Asian the changes taking place. He also invited them to attend the PBD 2017 from January 7 to 9 in Bengaluru. Seen in the picture, Community leader Seen in the picture, from L to R: Naveen from L to R: Mr. Prem Bhandari, Mr. KK Mehta, Dr. Sudhir Parikh, Mr. Dnyaneshwar Mulay, Mr.HR Shah, Mr. Ashook Shah of RANA, Dilli Raj Bhatta, recipient of Congressional Ramsaran and Prof. Indrajit S Saluja (TIP photograph) Award Dilip Chauhan, Arvind Vora, Bakul Matalia, Virendra Patel and Vijay Shah Photo/ Vijay Shah NEW YORK (TIP): In an exclusive in terms of content and expected place on January 7, 8 and 9, 2017 is likely interview to The Indian Panorama, outcome". to be attended by close to 3000 Non- NEW YORK (TIP): Congresswoman Grace Meng, November 14, Mr. Dnyaneshwar M (Visit www.theindianpanorama.com Residential Indians and delegates from acknowledged Dilip Chauhan as an "outstanding Mulay,Secretary (CPV & OIA), Indian for the video) across the world, Mr. Mulay said. Mr. community leader within the State of New York". Meng External Affairs Ministry said, "PBD Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) in Mulay highlighted how Ministry 2017 will be unique and unprecedented Bengaluru, which is scheduled to take contd on Page 6 contd on Page 6 104-02, 120th Street, S. Richmond Hill, NY 11419 www.theindianpanorama.com THE INDIAN PANORAMA 2 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2016 YEARS NEW YORK Nehru’s legacy celebrated on his 127th birth anniversary in New York Harbachan Singh NEW YORK (TIP): On November 14, 2016, both the Indian National Overseas Congress, USA and the Nehru Foundation-USA jointly celebrated the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India since its Independence, at the Sohna Punjab Restaurant in New York. As his birthday coincided with the birthday of Shri Guru Nanak Dev ji, Mr. Harbachan Singh, Secretary General of INOC, USA, felicitated all the Sikhs throughout the world on this joyous and auspicious day and narrated that when Guru Nanak Dev ji was 12 years old he was given 20 rupees by his father to conduct business. Guru ji went to the market, saw some saints and poor people who had not eaten for some time and spent all his 20 rupees and bought food and fed them. Upon his return home, he recounted what he did to his Mrs. Uma Sengupta recounted her association with Nehru and how she anxious father and left him spellbound. Delivering the keynote address, Prof. Indrajit S Saluja, Chief Editor of The Indian Panorama said that Nehru ji laid the foundation for the found him to be a very kind person The birthday celebration of Pandit Nehru ji nation which is always the hardest part of any nation building. went into full gear filled with speeches glorifying the work and contribution of Pandit Nehru. Mr. George Abraham, Chairman of the INOC paid tribute by describing him as the 'architect of modern India' especially pointing out his many contributions in the field of Education such as the founding of the IITs and Indian Institute of Science among other things. President Mr. Mohinder Singh Gilzian, dwelt on some of his outstanding achievements that included creating a solid constitutional framework for the nation. Prof. Bipin Sangankar, President of the Nehru Foundation-USA, recalled his personal interaction with Nehru ji and admired his many accomplishments that put India on a solid footing. INOC and Nehru Foundation members who attended the event The keynote speaker Prof. Indrajit Singh to be a very kind person and stated that he Several leaders, like T. J. Gill, and applauded his longest term in office as Saluja described of his amazement at the size loved children very much which earned him DevinderVora, Satish Sharma, Jasvir Singh Prime Minister of India for 17 years." of the crowd when he attended Nehru's funeral the title "Chacha Nehru". Nawanshahar, John Joseph, Amir Rashid, To top up the celebration festivities, Ms. and said it was a testimony to his devotion to For a tribute befitting the great scholar, a Gautam Sanghvi and Vipul Sanghvi, Smita Guha and her daughter, Ananandita, the people of India. After analyzing Nehru's session was opened to all members of the Shangara Rana, adv. Sarabjit Singh, Prasad both of whom are famous professional singers thoughts and vision for the country, he audience and an animated discussion ensued Kam, each described how they perceived and dancers, led the whole group to a singing concluded that Nehru ji was ahead of his time on the life and teachings of Nehru. Mr. Nehru and his greatness which was session of many favorite songs of Nehru ji and stood tall amongst the greatest statesmen Oommen Koshy was requested to moderate instrumental in building great Institutions for such as "Sarejahan se acha, Hindustan of the world. He added that Nehru ji laid the the open discussion session in which many the great Republic of India providing stability Hamara." The audience joined in the singing foundation for the nation which is always the participated and gave their respective to its democratic system of government. In of the songs that brought a sense of nostalgia hardest part of any nation building. viewpoints and told of their favorite stories by concluding the discussions, Mr. Harbachan and pride. Mrs. Uma Sengupta recounted her which they remembered him and his skillful Singh also drew attention to his writings Ms. Malini Shah expressed the vote of association with him and how she found him character. especially to his book "Discovery of India" thanks. The 21st Annual Diwali Food Drive for the Interfaith Nutrition Network organized LONG ISLAND, NY (TIP): The India Aruna Saxena thanked the community Association of Long Island's 21stAnnual and volunteers. Diwali Food Drive for the Interfaith Diwali Food Drive donors included Nutrition Network was held on November many generous community members, 12 at the Mary Brennan Soup Kitchen. Hicksvillemerchants, religious temple Attending the reception were past goers. presidents of IALI. President of IALI Mrs. IALI sponsored a meal around Diwali Beena Kothari & Executive Committee on October 5. A vegetarian meal was and many IALI members were present. served by 10 ladies from IALI at Mary Town of Hempstead Senior Council Brennan Soup Kitchen for approximately woman Dorothy Goosby & Town Clerk 250 men women &children. Nasrin Ahmed graced the occasion with Physicians from the community also their presence. donated more than $4000 worth of Aruna Saxena, Food Drive medicines and supplies, for the non- profit Chairwoman said,"This year we are organization, Rotacare,which provides donating 45 boxes of canned food and 21 medical care to people in need. thousand dollars. Also, Mr. Peter Bheddah Aruna Saxena, Food Drive Chair said, a major supporter of the IALI Food "IALI youth also collected $500, which are Drive and Founder was able to get 2 provided for children in Foster Care in truckloads of food to the INN through Nassau County. The money goes to Social Diku Modi of Maya Foods. Services of Nassau County. Dr. Kishore Kuncham was honored for More than 60 people were present at the his services as Past Chairman of the Food Giving Ceremony at the Mary Brennan Drive. Soup Kitchen. THE INDIAN PANORAMA www.theindianpanorama.com NEW YORK YEARS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2016 3 Nassau County 2017 Health MISS NJ USA 2017 Insurance Premiums Increasing 7.3%, says Comptroller WINNER: CHHAVI VERG Maragos MINEOLA, NY (TIP): George Maragos, Comptroller of Nassau County said, November 17 that Health insurance rates paid by Nassau County for its employees and retirees enrolled in the New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP) will increase by a weighted average of "Health Care for Nassau 7.3% in 2017.