But a number of high-profile Indian speakers, including two members of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's cabinet, stayed away.
The American English database consists of a minority of second language speakers of English, especially native Chinese and Indian speakers.
For example, many Indian speakers of English dispense almost entirely with prepositions.
Despite having over 20 official languages, the 2001 census data showed that the number of Indian English-speakers was more than twice the UK's population.
The Ossining school district put a great deal of effort into its research, holding forums, inviting American Indian guest speakers to address students, and ultimately issuing a 34-page report on the subject, which cites authorities ranging from the American Jewish Committee to the Society of Indian Psychologists.
And finally, there was this month's symposium at the National Museum of the American Indian here, when speaker after speaker took issue with Native American mascots in professional sports, and the Redskins in particular.
During spring training, Doby read books concerning outfield play, and received instruction and encouragement from former Indians manager Tris Speaker and Indians' farm system director Hank Greenberg.
Another spiritual influence on Gaga has been the Indian physician, public speaker, and writer Deepak Chopra.
It is one of the few North American Indian languages whose speakers are increasing in number.
While I might have a "soft spot" for the actor Irrfan Khan, for instance, a speaker of Indian English might have a "soft corner" for him.
Its televisions are also tweaked for the Indian market, featuring big speakers with a thumping bass.
