Special Commemorative Edition of Desh Videsh magazine
T20 Cricket Tournament Special
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Dennis Hardial: South Florida Cricket Venue Manager
On behalf of the Indian and Indo Caribbean community in Florida, Desh Videsh Media Group would like to thank Mr. Hardial for all his efforts to bring cricket and Indo Caribbean culture to South Florida. Accountant by profession, Trinidadian culture promoter, cricket enthusiast, and a born leader, Dennis Hardial was born in Brasso, Trinidad. For many years, Dennis has been …
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IN THE LAND OF FAST AND BIG, CAN CRICKET COMPETE?
In any American city, ask someone on the street what they think of cricket, and you will likely get a quizzical look. Cricket, the insect or Cricket, the cellular carrier, they might ask. In Florida, California, Texas, New York and Pennsylvania a cricket fan can attend a game and an amateur player can find a game to play in (usually, …
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HIGH NOON IN LAUDERHILL
By Kamal Abdool and Tony Deyal Oh, East is East, and West is West, and never the twain shall meet, Till Earth and Sky stand presently at God’s great Judgment Seat; But there is neither East nor West, Border, nor Breed, nor Birth, When two strong men stand face to face, tho’ they come from the ends of the earth! …
NRI News
Anurag Thakur: The Force Behind T20 Matches in the US
Anurag Thakur, a man who adorns many hats and lives up to each of his responsibilities with utmost sincerity and honesty is the mastermind behind bringing T20 Matches to the United States. Born on October 24, 1974, Anurag Singh Thakur is a member of Lok Sabha from Hamirpur in Himachal Pradesh in India. He is the son of Prem Kumar …
NRI News
Team India: Player Profiles
Mahendra Singh Dhoni (C), Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane K. L. Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Umesh Yadav, Amit Mishra, Stuart Binny Mahendra Singh Dhoni He is arguably India’s most successful captain having won almost everything a captain dreams of. He put an end to India’s 28-year World Cup drought when …
NRI News
Team West Indies: Player Profiles
Lendl Simmons Born in January 25, 1985 in the Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, Lendl Simmonsis an all-rounder, a right handed batsman, a right arm medium pace bowler, and also a part-time wicket keeper. Lendl Simmons, a consistent opener for Trinidad and Tobago has represented the West Indies team at the Under Nineteen World Cups of 2002 …
NRI News
Editorial September 2016
Dear Cricket Fans, Cricket is a religion for most of Indians, Pakistanis and Indo- Caribbeans. For some of us who have grown up with the sport back home in our daily life, watching Captain Nari Contractor, Captain Sunil Gavaskar, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar or another cricket legend Brian Lara, the India vs. West Indies T20 Tournament hosted in our own …
Desh Videsh August 2016
Desh Videsh August 2016 – Cover Story
Balancing Bollywood Accessories & Beauty
Author by Karuna Chani By Karuna Chani In my latest beauty story, “Balancing Bollywood Accessories & Beauty,” I would like to show the world how to balance statement jewelry with equally ‘show-stopping’ beauty. Whether you like to be the belle of the ball or you prefer to keep it demure, these three looks (modeled on the one and only Nilisha …
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Wedding Decor
South Asian Fashion Designers Making Waves in the US
Meet some of the South Asian designers that have impressed the crème de la crème in the fashion world. By Taniya Talukdar Many South Asian fashion designers are rapidly becoming favorites in a who’s-who of fashion circles. These designers have drawn inspiration from their heritage for their work. They are young and happening and know the pulse well. Versatile and …
Wedding Decor
Luscious Landscapes and Fine Wines: The World’s Top Wineries
If you love luxury and are always looking for new experiences, then wineries and vineyards should be a must on your list. Learn more about some of world’s top wineries. By Taniya Talukdar Wineries and vineyards have come a long way from what it used to be in ancient times. Over the years, the trade has evolved from being a …
Education
Learn from the 20-something Year Olds: Invest in YOU
Author by Nisha Jani By Nisha Jani As the school year ended, with the parking lot of my school in the rearview mirror, I could easily say I looked forward to spending time at home doing absolutely nothing. Summers between middle and high school grades were always glorified for vacations and hanging with friends. Even the time between college years …
Health
Luxurious Ayurveda
Luxurious Ayurveda Ayurveda originated in India over 6000 years ago as a holistic means of treating and preventing ailments. Using a wellrounded and interactive approach, Ayurvedic treatments can enhance well-being and nourish and rejuvenate every aspect of a person’s well-being, whether it is physical, mental, and/ or spiritual. Based on one’s Dosha (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) to ensure effective treatment, ayurvedic …
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Get to Know: Shilpi Chhotray, Founder of Samudra Skin & Sea
Author by Rina Shah The Arpan Group While studying the human impact of coral reef ecosystems in Cairns, Australia, during her undergraduate years at Virginia Tech University, entrepreneur and environmentalist Shilpi Chhotray discovered a newfound respect for the integral role played by the oceans in the overall well-being of our environment. An East Coast native, Shilpi earned a Master of …
India News
Celebrating India Independence Day in the US
They might be away from their native country, but that doesn’t stop Indians and Indian Americans from celebrating Indian Independence Day. By Taniya Talukdar Being away from your native land, it isn’t easy for anyone to hold on to their culture and celebrate different festivals and important days. There are various challenges other than just being away from their country …
Desi TV
Desi TV Duniya
Upasana Singh alias ‘Bua’ to make a comeback in The Kapil Sharma Show When the fallout between Kapil Sharma and Colors happened, all the veteran teams on the show, Comedy Nights With Kapil decided to remain loyal to Kapil except Upasana Singh alias Bua who chose to work with Krushna Abhishek in Comedy Nights Live. However, almost five months later, …
Editorial
Editorial August 2016
Dear Readers, Summer is coming to an end, and many of community’s youngest are preparing for the start of school. For some, this fall will mark the beginning of a new journey as they begin college and pursue careers. We wish them all the best of luck as they continue learning and experiencing all life has to offer! In this …
