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Alarming Trends for H1B Visas

Posted: April 25, 2018

With the recent administration change to the Trump presidency, USCIS has modified their regulations as it pertains to immigrants. In particular, H-1B visas have taken the spotlight as more scrutiny from USCIS is being focused on these visas. Now, more than ever, employers of H-1B candidates must be diligent in following the regulations, and be aware of new memoranda from …

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Immigration News

EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa Program

Posted: April 26, 2018

EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa Program If you are seeking to invest in the U.S. or are already investing, you may benefit from your investment and become a U.S. Permanent Resident through the EB-5 Visa. Under this program, entrepreneurs (and their spouses and unmarried children under 21) are eligible to apply for permanent residence if they make the necessary investment, comply …

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Financial Planning

Green Energy Tax Savings

Posted: April 26, 2018

Green Energy Tax Savings By Nirali Chokshi, CPA The Earth is such a beautiful planet. We only have one to live on. If you’re paying attention to the news, you will see the government has deregulated environmental protection standards on companies. So what does this mean? It gives companies more rights to abuse the environment and not think of the …

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Health

The 8 Limbs of Yoga

Posted: April 25, 2018

The 8 Limbs of Yoga We all know what Yoga is, right? It’s a great exercise routine to keep fit and become more flexible. If you agreed with the previous statement, take a deep breath and read on because Yoga is so much more. Yoga actually translates to “union” (referring to the unity between the individual soul with the universal …

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Bollywood

Hall of Fame 2018 Awards

Posted: April 30, 2018

Hall of Fame 2018 Awards Bollywood celebrities dazzled on the red carpet at the 2018 Hello Hall of Fame Awards earlier this year. Here’s a look at some of the winners and their unique and high fashion moments. Shahid Kapoor: Critics Best Actor of the Year Sidharth Malhotra: Most Stylish Man of the Year Award Kriti Sanon: Rising Star of …

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Bollywood News

Posted: April 25, 2018

One Republic and Rapper Tyga Perform in Mumbai World famous American pop-rock band One Republic ended their current tour in Mumbai with a power-packed performance of one of their most popular songs, “Counting Stars.” The concert held at Worli is said to be their debut performance not only in Mumbai, but in all of India. The band’s frontman Ryan Tedder …

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Desi TV

Desi TV Duniya

Posted: April 28, 2018

Kapil is “Mentally ill” Says Ex-Girlfriend Preeti Simoes Unfortunately, comedian Kapil Sharma is again in news for some negative reasons. It is again something that would disappoint his fans. Comedian Kapil Sharma had filed a case against her ex-girlfriend Preeti Simoes and his sister Neeti Simoes, Spotboye editor Vickey Lalwani. Preeti responded with “When I got up in the morning, …

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Community News

Posted: April 27, 2018

Florida Orlando Annamacharya Sankeertotsavam When: 05/5/2018, 8:00 AM Where: Mandir Auditorium 1994 Lake Drive, Casselberry,32707 Contact: 407-276-5407 Host: Telugu Association of Greater Orlando Devotional Talks by Swami Chidatmanandaji When: 05/9/2018, 7:00 PM Where: Chinmaya Gurukul 4980 Pittman Road, Cumming,30040 Contact: 678-566-5018 Host: Chinmaya Mission Alpharetta Amit Tandon Live in Orlando When: 05/6/2018, 6:00 PM Where: Trinity Preparatory School Auditorium 5700 …

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Editorial

Posted: May 1, 2018

Dear Readers, In 1958, in his book A Nation of Immigrants, President John F. Kennedy wrote “America is a nation of people who value both tradition and the exploration of new frontiers, people who deserve the freedom to build better lives for themselves in their adopted homeland.” He also said, “In 1797 a member of Congress argued that, while a …

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News

Protect Preserve and Celebrate Indian Culture and Traditions April 21, 2018

The Vice President of India, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu has advised the youth to protect preserve and celebrate Indian culture and traditions and youth that are both present and future of this country can achieve their life’s goals with...

ISRO Chairman Briefs Dr Jitendra Singh About Upcoming Moon Mission Chandrayan-2 April 21, 2018

The Chairman Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) & Secretary Department of Space, Dr K Sivan called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and...

Vice President Inaugurates Scientific Convention on World Homoeopathy Day April 21, 2018

The Vice President of India Shri. M. Venkaiah Naidu inaugurated the two-day “Scientific Convention on World Homeopathy Day” organized by the Ministry of AYUSH here today. Minister of State (Independent Charge) for AYUSH Shri Shripad Yesso Naik presided over...

Ministry of Tourism Launches Incredible India Digital Calendar and Wall & Desk Calendar 2018 February 9, 2018

In line with the Government’s Digital India initiative, Minister of State for Tourism (Independent Charge) and Minister of State for Electronics & Information Technology, Shri K.J. Alphons launched the “Incredible India Digital Calendar-2018” here today. He also released the...

A Book Documentary Film in India an Anthropological History February 9, 2018

A book titled, “Documentary Film In India-An Anthropological History’ written by British author Giulia Battaglia was released today by the hands of Manish Desai, Festival Director and DG, Films Division in an ongoing Mumbai International Film Festival. It was...

Benjamin Netanyahu thanks PM Modi for “historic” India visit January 23, 2018

Terming his recent visit to India as “historic”, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that his six-day trip will be “long remembered” as it contributed in the strengthening of bilateral ties. Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in New Delhi on January...

US govt shutdown ends as Senate passes temporary bill January 23, 2018

Congress put the US government back in business Monday by voting to end a three-day shutdown, as President Donald Trump claimed victory in his standoff with Democrats in Washington. The House voted 266 to 150 to extend federal funding,...

Nova Southeastern University Receives $200 Million Commitment from Patel Family Foundation September 26, 2017

$50 Million Gift plus $150 Million Investment Will Significantly Expand NSU’s Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Care Sciences; Advance Health Care in Florida and Beyond FORT LAUDERDALE and CLEARWATER, Fla. – Nova Southeastern University (NSU)announces the largest philanthropic gift in...

EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa Program April 26, 2018

Alarming Trends for H1B Visas April 25, 2018

CanAm to Open Offices in India as EB-5 Visa Demand Surges September 21, 2017

CanAm Investor Services is planning to set up operations in India as demand for EB-5 visas is seeing a surge. The employment-based fifth preference category (EB-5) visa is to get permanent residency in the US. Indians are expected to...

USCIS Announces Citizenship and Integration Grant Opportunities July 9, 2016

Grants will support citizenship preparation services for permanent residents WASHINGTON—U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is now accepting applications for two funding opportunities under the Citizenship and Integration Grant Program. These are competitive grant opportunities for organizations that prepare...

The Ramayana in Indian Painting: Exhibition at Emory University Carlos Museum April 2, 2018

The Ramayana in Indian Painting: Exhibition at Emory University Carlos Museum The “Tell the Whole Story from Beginning to End” – The Ramayana in Indian Painting exhibition launched on January 13, 2018 at the Michael C. Carlos Museum of...

Record Number of Pilgrims From India to go for Haj 2018 February 9, 2018

The Government, led by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has succeeded in getting India’s Haj quota increased for the consecutive second year. For the first time after the Independence, a record number of 1,750,25 pilgrims from India will...

Shrimad Bhagavad Gita Chanting Competition January 1, 2018

23rd Annual Shrimad Bhagavad Gita Chanting Competition Sunday, December 17, 2017 Chinmaya Mission (CM) conducts annual Shrimad Bhagavad Gita Chanting Competitions around the world for tens of thousands of children, youth, and adults. His Holiness Swami Chinmayananda, the founding...

Launch of New Magazine, Sanatan Dharma December 27, 2017

Desh-Videsh Media Group announced the launch of new magazine, Sanatan Dharma, which will cover articles on Hinduism – the most ancient religion in the world, its spirituality, belief, values, and culture. The magazine will be published from the company’s...

Entertainment

Hall of Fame 2018 Awards April 30, 2018

Bollywood News April 25, 2018

Meteoric Journey to Bollywood: A Tribute to Sridevi March 31, 2018

Veteran Bollywood actor Sridevi, who is termed India’s first female superstar, breathed her last in Dubai. The 54-year-old was in Dubai attending her nephew’s wedding and died due to accidental drowning on February 24. She was cremated with full...

Bollywood News March 30, 2018

Jacqueline Fernandez Criticized for Ek Do Teen When Jacqueline Fernandez swayed to Madhuri Dixit’s iconic number Ek Do Teen from Tezaab, she was criticized on social media. The song was choreographed by Ganesh Acharya, one of the background dancers...

Desi TV Duniya April 28, 2018

Desi TV March 30, 2018

Bishal Sharma Wins Super Dancer Chapter 2 Bishal Sharma, a 12-year-old boy from Assam won the Super Dancer Chapter 2 trophy. He defeated three other finalists Ritik Diwaker, Vaishnavi Prajapati and Akash Thapa to become the champion. Judges of...

Desi TV January 27, 2018

Bigg Boss 11 Contestant Arshi Khan Reportedly Cast Opposite Prabhas Bigg Boss 11 contestant Arshi Khan has reportedly signed a film opposite Prabhas. And this is said to be all thanks to none other than Salman Khan. “#ArshiKhan signed...

Desi TV December 30, 2017

Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa’s Honeymoon Pictures are Adorable Newly married comedienne Bharti Singh and her husband writer Haarsh Limbachiyaa are on their honeymoon with their first stopover being Dubai. She had planned the month-long honeymoon much in advance....

Health

Health

Been There, Do This Instead! A Bridal Q&A August 31, 2017

For this year’s Fall Bridal Issue, I’m bringing you straight to the source of some of the most vital information a bride-to-be can receive: newlyweds. These brides have already been there, done that, and now they’re sharing some of...

Wellness: The Ultimate Luxury Trend July 28, 2017

Wellness: The Ultimate Luxury Trend By Nisha Jani On a recent flight to Las Vegas, I found myself mindlessly flipping through an in-flight magazine. My gaze landed upon an article about the benefits of a newly designed floating aerobic...

Yoga’s Historical Origin? Yoga is Found Within June 28, 2017

Yoga was never born, thus, it never dies. Yoga is not an historical event or a philosophy devised by a great thinker of the past. Its source lies dormant within each one of us as divine potential. The heart...

Teen Brains Need Real Food June 28, 2017

As most of you have heard, what you put into your body affects our bodies in many ways. How we look, how much energy we have, even how we smell. So, what does the food you eat have to...

Sports

IPL 2018 to start on April 7 with revised timings January 23, 2018

The 11th edition of the cash-rich Indian Premier League (IPL) will be held from April 7 to May 27 with revised timings, the IPL Governing Council (GC) announced on Monday. Accepting broadcaster Star Sports’ request, the IPL GC, which...

MS Dhoni Nominated for Padma Bhushan by BBCI September 21, 2017

Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been nominated for the Padma Bhushan for his contribution to cricket. The 36-year-old former Indian skipper has been nominated for the country’s third highest civilian award by the Indian cricket board. BCCI acting president CK...

Hockey WL Semi Final: India to meet Netherlands today June 20, 2017

An upbeat India will take on world no. 4 Netherlands on Tuesday in the World Hockey League Semi Final. Ranked sixth in the world, India are presently atop in Pool B with three wins from as many games, while...

PV Sindhu jumps to career-best no. 5 in BWF rankings February 18, 2017

Shuttler PV Sindhu became the second Indian woman to break into the top-five of the badminton singles world rankings. The Olympic silver medalist, who broke into the top-10 in 2013, achieved her career-best ranking of No. 5 on Thursday....

India thrash Bangladesh by 9 wickets in ICC Women’s WC Qualifier February 18, 2017

India women produced an all-round effort to spank Bangladesh women by nine wickets in a Super Six match of the ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier, in Colombo on Friday. Opting to bowl after winning the toss, Indian eves first...

Nair, Ashwin take India’s lead past 100 runs December 19, 2016

Karun Nair was five runs away from his maiden double hundred while R Ashwin also joined the run feast with an unbeaten 54 as India tightened its grip over the fifth cricket Test against England, in Chennai on Monday....

Chennai Test: Moeen century lifts England to 284/4 on day one December 17, 2016

All-rounder Moeen Ali lifted England’s sagging spirit by compiling a well-crafted century as the visitors made a solid start against India in the fifth and final cricket Test at Chennai. Moeen’s 120-run knock was the highlight of the opening...

India thrash England by an innings and 36 runs, clinch series December 12, 2016

A dominant India on Monday completed formalities by crushing England in the 4th Test by a whopping innings and 36 runs margin to take unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-Test series. Spin wizard Ravichandran Ashwin blew away the lower...