May 30, 2008 New York Edition Vol. 4 No. 10 Events   There are 33 upcoming events listed in our New York calendar. Click here for calendar. In the News Gujjari Todi Gone are the days when being labeled a 'scheduled' something was considered a stigma. An agitation is on in several north Indian cities by members of the Gujjar community, demanding that the community be labeled a 'Scheduled Tribe'. Karnataka Poll A stunning BJP victory, though failing by 3 seats to gain an absolute majority, ensures t will still form the next government, B. S. Yeddyurappa as Chief Minister. Bye-Bye, King The 230+ year-old monarchy came to an end in Nepal, an invitable result of the recent elections. Former King Gyanendra says he would like to remain in Nepal. The Respinning of Florida 2000 Spinning the story is the bread and butter of journalism, but that of the 2000 Florida recounts seems to reek of mold. Instead of heralding its own consortium’s findings, the NYT buried them. Now the deception seems complete, as even its own journalists don’t remember -- or even know --the truth. By Larry Beinhart. More... Restoration Boulevard Neither Hillary Clinton, fighter though she is, nor Barack Obama, have shown that they stood up against the Iraq War. As to John McCain, he has never met a war he didn't love. Are there any alternatives? There might be, says Niranjan Ramakrishnan. More... The Dilemma of The Dalai Lama Correspondent Jawed Naqvi explores the social ramifications of the Buddhist individual quest for nirvana and looks closer at the corresponding tension between India and China. What role, if any, will India take in Tibet’s struggle for independence and what are the risks involved? More... The Real "Straight Talk" Express With so little variety to choose from, a closer look at who else is on the ballot seems a wise idea. Citizen, playwright, essaying, humorist and attorney Wajahat Ali sits down with the unique Republican candidate Ron Paul for a freewheeling question and answer session regarding the U.S. Congressman’s views, plans and dreams for America. As in the debates, Dr. Paul does not disappoint those who like to hear plain speaking. More... Who's got Gas? Sometimes a situation is such that one has to laugh in order not to cry. The skyrocketing gas prices have many American’s struggling to control their own addiction to the costly fluid. Melvin Durai offers a giggle of relief in a lighthearted look at where the high price of gasoline is taking many Americans. More... Movies     There are 9 movies playing in New York. Details... In Quotes "India and Pakistan were created out of the same cloth. We share the same language, the same food, and much of the same culture. We have had three wars and six decades of living on the brink...[we] must be much bolder, do much more to achieve reconciliation to make South Asia "an economic condominium of open markets and open borders." --Asif Ali Zardari "History appears poised to confirm what most Americans today have decided — that the decision to invade Iraq was a serious strategic blunder...What I do know is that war should only be waged when necessary, and the Iraq war was not necessary." --Scott McClellan, Former Bush Press Secretary, in his book, 'What Happened' About us |Submit articles |Advertise | Contact us |Subscribe FREE |Privacy Policy |Archives Copyright© indogram - the global Indian village in your neighborhood™