News for the month of March Obituary for the month of March Books, Periodicals and DVD Exciting day out for members of "Palanpur Rocks" - German style telematches taking place against the backdrop of specially erected props were one of the highlights of the Day Out event organized by Palanpur Rocks to the Treasure Island resort at Lonavala on March 15. "Swar-Gunjan" programme held in Mumbai - "Swar-Gunjan", the annual programme of song organized by the Palanpur Samaj Kendra’s Women’s Forum was successfully held on Saturday, March 21 at the association’s hall. Shirishbhai and Madhuben Bhansali complete "Updhan" - Shirishbhai Ratibhai Bhansali and Madhuben Shirishbhai Bhansali were honoured with Mokshmala by Acharya Bhagwanth at Shree Sankheshwardham Tirth in Thana on February 1, 2009. New digital device by Palanpuri researcher at MIT excites techno world - A native of Palanpur is part of the two-member team at MIT, USA which has developed a new digital device called 'SixthSense' that could further revolutionise the digital world and is being widely discussed in articles appearing in the global press. Environmentalist Smitu Kothari passes away - Smitu Kothari, a well known social and environmental activist, died in Delhi of a massive cardiac arrest on March 23, 2009. Smitu, 59, was son of Late Hansaben and Prof Rajni Kothari. GJNRF aid for diamond workers’ children in Gujarat - Nearly 750 school going children from the families of diamond workers in and around Palanpur will be able to pursue their studies during the coming academic year thanks to a scholarship scheme. Second phase of Shri Pallaviyaji Parshwanath Jain Temple reconstruction commences - The second phase of the reconstruction of Shri Pallaviyaji Parshwanath Jain Temple commenced on February 11 with the Shila Sthapana of twenty smaller temples within the complex. Shri Mangaljibhai Zaverchandbhai Vidyavistar Vyakhyanmala held in Palanpur - For the 27th successive year the Shri Mangaljibhai Zaverchandbhai Vidyavistar Vyakhyanmala was successfully conducted from February 7 to 10, 2009 at the Shri Kanubhai Mehta Sanskrutik Bhavan. PSK's Single & Double Wicket Cricket Tournament, 2009 - Results - The results of the Single & Double Wicket Cricket Tournament, 2009 organized by Palanpur Samaj Kendra, Mumbai are. "Melange" Trek to Manoranjan Fort - The annual Melange Trek, held in early February this year to Manoranjan Fort near Lonavala, was a daunting and tough, yet highly exhilarating experience for all the youthful participants. Saraswatiben Joravermalbhai Kothari (Shashiben) (age 86) passed away in Mumbai on 31 Mar 2009. Jivkishoriben Kantilal Jhaveri(Kothari) (age 87) passed away in Surat on 28 Mar 2009. Prarthna Sabha - Dr. R. H. Mehta (Ramniklal Hiralal Mehta) in Mumbai on 20 Mar 2009. Dr. R. H. Mehta (Ramniklal Hiralal Mehta) (age 84) passed away in Mumbai on 19 Mar 2009. Pushpaben Bagmalbhai Shah (age 84) passed away in Surat on 14 Mar 2009. Prarthna Sabha - Anilaben Pravinbhai Mehta in Mumbai on 06 Mar 2009. Anilaben Pravinbhai Mehta (age 70) passed away in Mumbai on 04 Mar 2009. Chandravatiben Kirtilal Mehta (age 76) passed away in Mumbai on 02 Mar 2009. This is a humble effort to resurrect the simple culinary art of our glorious past and pay a great tribute to the grand old ladies, both past and present, who have contributed to our heritage. A weekly magazine that has been published since 1953. It was started by Shri Champaklal M Mehta and is currently edited by Shri Jitendra Champaklal Mehta. Over the five decades of existence, Swarajya has developed the reputation of being a highly respected non-partisan, independent publication. This 46-minute DVD journeys through time as it tells the story of Palanpur and Palanpuri Jains based on extensive research, documentation and oral history. If you wish to unsubscribe for Palanpur Online Newsletters, Kindly email back at info@palanpuronline.com a Vidyamandir Trust, Palanpur initiative 11 Kala Bhavan, 3 Mathew Road, Opera House, Mumbai 400 004, India Tel: +91-22-2368 5344 Fax: +91-22-2368 5458 Email: info@palanpuronline.com Website: www.palanpuronline.com