For those of you cynical about internet matchmaking, just go talk to Raj or Shivani. They did not waste anytime with emails or phone calls. Raj and Shivani first connected on Shaadi.com on Oct 29th 2004, and had their first date that same night. They met up at a local restaurant. Over the next 12 months, Raj and Shivani built a solid friendship. They had come very far in a short amount of time. Combatting a few obstacles along the way, Raj and Shivani's friendship pushed forward until they couldn't deny it any longer. They had become more than just friends. They had fallen in love.

Raj proposed to Shivani on Sunday October 30th 2005. In typical weekend fashion, Shivani went over to Raj's house on Friday evening to spend time with him. She would stay until Sunday night, sleeping in Raj's brother's room. Every Saturday and Sunday morning, Shivani would wake up before Raj and stroll into his room. Still fast asleep, she would just hang out in his room until he awakened. Well this particular Sunday morning, Raj was already awake.

When Shivani went into the room, Raj sat up on the bed and asked her to sit beside him. He told her he had a little first date anniversary present for her.

As she sat down, Raj pulled out a card and began to read it to her. Towards the end of the card, Raj reached down underneath his bed, and pulled out two teddy bears, dressed as bride and groom. The groom bear had a "Will You Marry Me?" sash around it, with the engagement ring tied to its hand. Raj popped the question at the exact time Shivani read the sash. After a little crying, kicking, and screaming, she said yes!

A mid 2007 wedding is being planned.

Thank you Shaadi.com !