Mohammed Idris Alam Oral History Interview
Oral history interview with Mohammed Idris Alam on July 18, 2022, conducted by Subat Matin. Mohammed Idris Alam was born in Sandwip, Bangladesh and immigrated to New York City in 1980. His father first immigrated to the U.S. which made it easier for Idris Alam to get his visa.
"GOP Embraces a Lost Daughter: Patti Lear, Walloped Twice by Goldwater, Abandons Democrats"
Article from the Los Angeles Times by Bob Baker entitled "GOP Embraces a Lost Daughter: Patti Lear, Walloped Twice by Goldwater, Abandons Democrats" and dated October 4, 1979. Discusses a reception dinner and dance in honor of Pat Lear, former Democratic nominee for Congress who then returned to the Republican Party. Guests included former U.S. President Gerald Ford; Dr. and Mrs.
"Shatrughan Sinha Reveals Plans To Build Health Center for Poor"
Article from India-West by Rajen S. Anand, entitled "Shatrughan Sinha Reveals Plans To Build Health Center for Poor" and dated June 20, 1986. Describes the plans of Indian film star and future politician Shatrughan Sinha to build a medical diagnostic center in his home state of Bihar.
"New Akali Dal Govt. Seeks NRI Investment in Punjab"
Article from India-West by Michel W. Potts entitled "New Akali Dal Govt. Seeks NRI Investment in Punjab" and dated August 1, 1997. Describes the efforts of Punjab State Finance Minister Capt. Kalwaljit Singh's efforts to fundraise for Punjab among Indians in the U.S. One paragraph is highlighted, describing a luncheon for Singh hosted by Dr. Amarjit Marwah at his Malibu home.
"Akali Leader Dhindsa Honored"
Article from India Journal entitled "Akali Leader Dhindsa Honored" and dated October 24, 1997. Describes two dinner receptions held in California in honor of Akali Dal Secretary-General Sardar Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa; one of these events was held in the Malibu home of Dr. Amarjit Marwah (pictured in 3 accompanying photographs).
"Indian Flag 'Raised' at UCLA Republic Day Event"
Article from India-West by Michel W. Potts entitled "Indian Flag 'Raised' at UCLA Republic Day Event" and dated January 31, 1997. Describes UCLA's India Day celebrations, during which Dr. Amarjit Marwah raised the Indian flag and read the Declaration of Purna Swaraj aloud. Marwah is pictured alongside Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan and other city officials.
Trikone-LA/Queer Awaaz Internal Email
Email sent to members of Trikone-LA and Queer Awaaz on July 2, 1999 discussing upcoming events (including a workshop on family issues for South Asian women, a Long Beach performance by D'Lo, and queer film festival Outfest—the premiere of Chutney Popcorn is especially emphasized).
Outfest '99 Postcard
Postcard advertising the July 1999 queer film festival "Outfest '99," listing the festival's lesbian films specifically. Nisha Ganatra's Chutney Popcorn is highlighted. Displayed as part of the Chutney Popcorn panel of the online exhibit Satrang at 25: Queer South Asian Diaspora(s) in Context.
"Parties at Outfest '99"
Postcard advertising the July 1999 queer film festival "Outfest '99," listing afterparties and associated events. Nisha Ganatra's Chutney Popcorn reception is highlighted. Displayed as part of the Chutney Popcorn panel of the online exhibit Satrang at 25: Queer South Asian Diaspora(s) in Context.