Monthly Archive for: ‘July, 2025’
Editorial July 2025
Dear Readers, In two of the world’s largest democracies—India and the United States—voters are witnessing a strikingly similar trend: once-dominant political parties, the Indian National Congress and the Democratic Party, are floundering, not due to a lack of resources or reach, but because of a …
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Why Zohran Mamdani Is Bad for New York and Dangerous for the Democratic Party
By Dr.Mohini Shinde Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Democratic Socialist and rising figure on the far-left flank of American politics, made national headlines by defeating former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo in the June 2025 Democratic primary—one of the most stunning political upsets in recent city …
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Our Summer Pilgrimage to BAPS Akshardham, Robbinsville: A Journey of Awe, Devotion, and Cultural Pride
By Raj Shah My wife Aruna and I went on a trip this summer that was more than just travel. It wasn’t just a vacation or temple visit. It was a spiritual homecoming. We experienced a renewal of our faith. It served as a profound …
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A Soulful Journey to Brahma Kumaris Peace Village Learning and Retreat Center
By Raj Shah Last month, my wife, Aruna; my cousin, Kashmira; and I had the rare privilege of visiting the Brahma Kumaris Peace Village Learning and Retreat Center nestled in the breathtaking beauty of the Catskill Mountains in upstate New York. Spread across 300 acres …
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Dancing with Māyā: Why Beer Yoga Doesn’t Offend Me
By Chahna Gupta In the world of yoga, few things stir controversy like the words “beer yoga” or “puppy yoga.” For some, these fusions are blasphemous — a dilution of a sacred science. But for me? They’re part of the dance with Māyā — the …
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Vijay, Rashmika Headline FIA’s India Day Parade in US
The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA-NY-NJ-CT-NE) officially kicked off the countdown to its 43rd India Day Parade with a vibrant curtain-raiser at the Indian Consulate in New York. The evening opened with a moment of silence honoring lives lost in recent tragedies in Pahalgam and …
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Huma on Maalik: Didn’t Charge Rajkummar, He’s a Friend
Actor Huma Qureshi wowed audiences with her electrifying performance in the newly released track “Dil Thaam Ke” from Rajkummar Rao’s upcoming film Maalik. But beyond the choreography and energy, what surprised many was her decision to not charge a single dollar for the performance. In …
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Meet the Millionaire Men Married to Bollywood Icons
Behind Bollywood’s leading ladies are some seriously influential men with multi-million and even billion-dollar ventures. Anand Ahuja, married to actress Sonam Kapoor, is a fashion industry trailblazer, having founded Bhane and co-founded India’s go-to sneaker store, VegNonVeg. With a net worth close to $480 million, …
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Legend Saravanan’s Suspense Thriller Set for Diwali Release
Entrepreneur-turned-actor Legend Saravanan is gearing up to make a grand comeback with a high-octane suspense thriller set to release worldwide this Diwali. Speaking at a wedding event, Saravanan confirmed that the shoot is in its final leg and post-production will soon wrap up. “We’re working …
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9 Indian-Origin CEOs Leading Global Powerhouses Today
Across industries and continents, Indian-origin executives are leading some of the world’s most powerful companies, reshaping innovation and strategy at a global scale. These nine leaders have roots in India’s rich academic traditions—ranging from IITs and IIMs to top international universities—and now stand at the …
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