At the Headquarters, IG Sh. Jaspal Singh presided over the ceremony, extending Independence Day greetings to all officers and personnel.
ITBP’s various formations, whether stationed at 18,000 feet or in the plains, celebrated the national festival with pride. The occasion also saw the taking of the pledge for a “Drug-Free India.”
ITBP demonstrated its unwavering dedication and patriotism in commemorating this significant day.
Teaneck, NJ – Emmy-nominated filmmaker Tirlok Malik’s celebrated film ‘On Golden Years,’ will be showcased at the prestigious Teaneck International Film Festival 2024 on Sunday, November 10, at 11:30 AM at Teaneck Cinemas (503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ 07666).
‘On Golden Years’ is a major highlight in Malik’s career, known for exploring the immigrant experience in America through films such as ‘Lonely in America,’ ‘Khushiyaan,’ and ‘Love Lust and Marriage.’ During his illustrious career, Tirlok Malik has worked with industry stalwarts like Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Mammootty, Sunny Deol, and Kangana Ranaut, among others. Malik, along with the cast of ‘On Golden Years,’ will be present for a special Q&A session following the screening at the Teaneck Film Festival 2024.
‘On Golden Years’ also boasts the film debut of the Grammy Award-winning Indian-American singer Falu, who performs the item number song ‘Raba Raba.’ Falu had previously performed at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall and The White House in the presence of President Barack Obama and Oprah Winfrey, alongside music legend A.R. Rahman. Falu’s ‘Abundance in Millets’ song featuring the Indian PM Narendra Modi was also recently nominated for Grammy.
‘On Golden Years’ is an 85-minute romantic comedy-drama that delves into the complex emotions immigrants face when they reach the retirement phase of the American Dream. The film is set in Shantiniketan, the only Indian retirement community in the United States, located in Florida. Through its relatable characters and emotional storylines, the film explores themes of aging, identity, and reconciliation between regrets and contentment. It asks the poignant question: Where do we truly belong at the end of life’s journey?
The film stars Ranjit Chowdhry, the iconic actor known for his performances in ‘Lonely in America’ and ‘The Office,’ Jyoti Singh, Reeves Lehmann, Shetal Shah, Noor Naghmi, Prof. Indrajit S Saluja, and Tirlok Malik himself. The film also features several new talents making their debut, adding to the fresh yet familiar energy of the story.
The film is co-produced by Iggy Ignatius who is also the co-director of the film. The film has been shot at the Indian retirement community Shantiniketan in Florida founded by Iggy Other credits of the film are Director of Photography Christo Bakalov B.A.C., Music by Peter Lobo, Art Direction by Sunita Babber, Editing by Tom Knight and others.
The screening of ‘On Golden Years’ at the Teaneck International Film Festival is proudly sponsored by David Nachman, Esq., Managing Attorney at Nachman, Phulwani, Zimovcak (NPZ) Law Group, P.C., New Jersey, a law firm specializing in immigration services and law.
Written and directed by Tirlok Malik, ‘On Golden Years’ reflects his signature focus on the Indian-American immigrant experience. Malik, who is an Indian-American and a proud New Yorker, has made films that resonate with global audiences by addressing the challenges and rewards of living abroad. His films often highlight the conflict between holding onto one’s roots and embracing the new life and challenges that come with migration.
Malik says, “The immigrant experience is often accompanied by dreams, struggles, and sacrifices, but the journey to the American Dream doesn’t end after reaching success. Retirement brings its own set of challenges, especially for immigrants trying to find where they belong.”
The Teaneck International Film Festival, founded over 20 years ago with support from the nonprofit organization Puffin Foundation, Ltd., is renowned for its commitment to showcasing socially conscious films that inspire conversations on critical global and local issues.
Tickets for the Teaneck Film Festival screening of ‘On Golden Years’ are now on sale for $10 and can be purchased at TeaneckFilmFestival.org.
Don’t miss the chance to see this heartfelt, humorous, and thought-provoking film and engage in a discussion with Tirlok Malik and the star-studded cast after the screening.
Renowned Jain Acharya and founder of World Peace Center, Acharya Lokeshji on this occasion said that from this center, many initiatives for world peace and harmony, programs based on peace education and training, personality building through meditation and yoga, women empowerment, culture building of children and youth, environment protection etc. based on Indian culture and Jain lifestyle are conducted. A grand inauguration program of the World Peace Center will be organized this year in the presence of world famous religious leaders, social workers, industrialists, educationists, etc. from various fields.
On this occasion, senior social worker of Shwetambar Samaj Mr. Rajkumar Jain, Mr. Subhash Oswal, senior social worker of Digambar Samaj Mr. Subhash Chandra Jain, Dr. DC Jain nominated councilor Mr. Manoj Jain, Mr. Hitesh Jain, head of JITO, Mr. Girish Jain, Head of Samast Mahajan Mumbai, Dr. Indu Jain, Director of Mahavir International, representative organization of Jain community, and prominent representatives of many organizations said that under the spiritual guidance of Pujya Acharya Lokeshji, the newly created World Peace Center by Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti will be successfully spread the message of non-violence, peace and harmony throughout the world.
Kshullak Yogabhushan Ji Maharaj from Digambara tradition and Vivek Muni Ji Maharaj from Shwetambar tradition said that Acharya Lokeshji has increased the pride of Indian culture and Jainism in the whole world. They said that in this center, efforts are being made for humanitarian work and establishment of world peace in the country and the world. Bhagwan Mahavir’s philosophy and Jain principles will be spread in the country and the world, which is currently needed for the welfare of the world population.
World renowned Dr. Nitin Shah said that in the free health checkup camp organized by Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti organization, more than 500 people, including women and children, got their health checkups done and they were also provided free medicines and equipment. He said that doctors from America want to repay the debt to the soil by serving the citizens of motherland India.
It is noteworthy that under the leadership of Jain Acharya Lokesh ji, the foundation stone of India’s first World Peace Center was laid in Gurugram in April 2022. Today, with the help of distinguished social workers spread across the country and the world, this seven-storey building has been completed. The building has provision for Sant Niwas, Yoga and Wellness Centre, restaurant, auditorium, parking, as well as passenger accommodation.
On this occasion, special associates Mr. Abhay Kumar Jain, Mr. Shrimal from Chennai, Mr. Prakash Dhariwal from Pune, Mr. Sukhraj Nahar from Mumbai, Mr. Dilip Chandan from Mumbai, Mr. Vinod Duggad from Calcutta, Dr. Anil V Shah from America and Mr. Manubhai Shah who provided very special contribution in the construction of the building were remembered. Many donors from India and abroad have also contributed for the building were given gratitude by the organization.
The program started with the bhajan of Meenakshi Jain. On this occasion, a special team of doctors, including Dr. Vijay Sood, Suhasini Sood, Dr.Nitin Shah, Kinna Gandhi, Saryu Vora, Riya Shah, Bhagwati Bhatia, Dr. Usha Gupta, Dr. Neeti Dhamija, Dr. Macbeth, Rohak Vora, Jasmine Sharma, Lehar Gupta and doctors from Park Hospital conducted health checkup. Shri Veer Heena Jain, Shri Prem Gupta, Mrs. Kenu Agarwal, Ms. Tarkeshwari Mishra, Yogacharya Deo Chandra, Mr. Javed,Shri Subodh Jain, Shri Manoj Ritu Jain and other workers of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti worked hard for the success of the program.
New Delhi : Jyotishpeethadhiswar Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati Maharaj visited the Delhi residence of Member of Parliament Raghav Chadha & his wife- Actress Parineeti Chopra, during his stay in Delhi on Saturday and blessed the entire Chadha family. During his stay, Jagadguru Shankaracharya ji gave the benefit of his darshan to the entire family and gave them Pearls of wisdom and knowledge.
MP Raghav Chadha shared his thoughts on social media and wrote, “We are so fortunate…. God himself has come to my home. Today we are overwhelmed, today the doors of our fortune have opened, we are all blessed. The auspicious arrival of the religious saint, the supreme representative of Sanatan Dharma, the most revered Shankaracharya Shri Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati ji of Joshimath, took place at our house today. Every corner of my house has become holy with the dust of his holy feet. Our family sat in the presence of Shri Shankaracharya ji and took his blessings and prasad. There can be no greater fortune for a Sanatani than this.”
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MP Raghav Chadha said that this is for the first time after marriage he has got the privilege of seeing Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati Maharaj. His wife Parineeti Chopra is also elated with joy to see Jagadguru Shankaracharya ji.
Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati Maharaj visited the Pandara Road residence of Raghav & Parineeti in New Delhi during his religious stay in the capital and spent time with the family. After Jagadguru Shankaracharya ji reached his residence, all the members of the family welcomed him in a traditional way by doing aarti and garlanding him with flowers. In a very religious atmosphere, all the members of the family worshiped his Padukas. His parents and his wife Parineeti Chopra were also present on this occasion. Jagadguru blessed the newlyweds.
According to beliefs in Hinduism, touching the feet of Jagadguru Shankaracharya is strictly prohibited. Therefore, his Padukas are accordingly worshipped.
According to MP Raghav Chadha, “this was a very memorable moment for his family and he is very fortunate that he got a chance to seek blessings from him. He and his entire family were overwhelmed with devotion after seeing Jagadguru Shankaracharya ji and learned the true essence of religion from the grace of Guruji.”
After meeting Guruji, Raghav Chadha said, “I express my gratitude for being blessed by Pujya Shankaracharya ji. I humbly express my gratitude to the Almighty, by whose grace this sacred moment has come in my life. He termed this occasion the fate of previous life, call it the result of karma or God’s grace but today we are very happy, joyful and delighted.”
MP’s wife and renowned Bollywood Actress Parineeti Chopra also called it her good fortune after receiving Shankaracharya’s blessings and said, “this is the grace of God himself, that he sent his blessings for our family. We never thought that Param Pujya Shankaracharya ji would grace our home with his auspicious presence to bless us.”