Los Angeles: The All American Nepalese Association (AANA), a grouping of Nepalis living the US, celebrated its 25th anniversary by organizing a variety of programmes in Los Angeles, California from 29 June-1 July. With Deputy Speaker of Nepal's Interim Parliament Chitra Lekha Yadav as the chief guest, the event was managed by Friends of Nepal. The function, which began with a welcome speech by AANA Chairman Amrit Tuladhar, included competitions in literature, music and sports. Chairman of the Madhesi Janaadhikar Forum Upendra Yadav was invited as a special speaker in the function. Some of the programmes also saw brawls among Nepalis. A musical evening in which famous singers like Sugam Pokharel and Prem Raja Mahat performed and a football match witnessed the fights. Source: [http://www.newspapersofnepal.com/index.php?mod=article&cat=News1&article=1577]