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Desh-Videsh, Indian magazine and deshvidesh.com and Indian news portal are members of Desh-Videsh Media Group. They cover a wide variety of Bollywood, Immigration, Indian weddings, Indian Culture and Indian religion news for a diverse audience in the United States. Promoting the Indian subcontinent in the US since 1993, Desh-Videsh magazine is widely circulated in the US. Desh-Videsh Media Group reaches a varied audience of over 1.5 Millions Indians, Pakistanis, Bangladeshi, and Indo-Caribbeans living in the USA.
Highlight Events
Desh-Videsh September 2025
Cover Story
Kruti and Shiv
On November 23, 2024, under the warm Florida sun and surrounded by 350 loved ones, Kruti Patel and Dr. Shiv Desai tied the knot in a wedding that beautifully blended tradition, personality, and heartfelt moments. Hosted at the breathtaking Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Orlando, the celebration reflected both their love story and their vision of an elegant, tropical wedding. …
Digital Magazine
Ashley and Justin
Ashley and Justin
Love stories often begin with a spark, and for Ashley Singh and Justin Chakkala, that spark lit up back in 2011 when they met through mutual friends at college. Both a little shy, it wasn’t until a year later, on the UCF campus, that their paths truly crossed. What followed was a beautiful decade-long journey of love, long distance, graduate …
Editorial
Editorial September 2025
Dear Readers, and especially Newly Engaged Couples, Whenever I attend a Hindu wedding here in the United States, I find myself smiling—not necessarily because of the union of the two souls, but because of what I see taking place around the mandap. The laughter of young cousins, the guidance of elders, the recitation of mantras in Sanskrit resonating within a …
Ekta and Dan
Ekta and Dan
For architects Ekta Prakash Desai and Daniel Charles Laggan, love was truly a matter of design. Their paths first crossed in New York City when Ekta was considering a role at Schenkel Shultz Architecture in Orlando, where Daniel also worked. Though she initially stayed in New York, fate had other plans. Two years later, when she accepted the position, their …
Ami and Vinny
Ami and Vinny
On October 19, 2024, Ami Chauhan, 29, a forensic accountant, and Vinny Bhatia, 29, a chef and catering business owner, tied the knot in Sarasota, Florida. Their wedding, hosted at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota, welcomed 130 guests for a vibrant celebration filled with heart, humor, and resilience. The couple’s love story began in August 2020, when they met on Hinge …
Cultural Program
Krishnayan
A Divine Dance Drama on the Life and Leelas of Lord Krishna Presented by Desh-Videsh Media Group in collaboration with several talented and multiyear-experienced choreographers, performers, and narrators. Step into the world of devotion, music, and grace with Krishnayan – Nritya Natika, a spectacular musical dance drama portraying 10 pivotal episodes from the life of Lord Krishna. Through enchanting narration, …
Health
Finding Comfort in Discomfort by Chahna Gupta
When most people hear “yoga,” “breathwork,” or “meditation,” they think of stretching, relaxing, or calming the mind. But yoga is far more than a physical workout. Yoga is a spiritual science. Spiritual because it connects us with ourselves and something greater — whether that’s nature, the universe, or God. Science because, like any disciplined study, it involves observation, experimentation, repetition, …
MONTHLY HOROSCOPE
Monthly Horoscope September 2025
By Michelle Sareen, a.k.a. Devika Meera Introduction: In scripture, it is said that the new moon shows us signs of things to come. For the next 4 weeks, the following horoscopes are general forecasts with karmic remedies based on traditional Vedic sidereal sign calculations and not the Western sun-sign. These should be read according to your rising sign (Lagna) or …
Wedding Directory
Wedding Resource Directory Fall 2025
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Community News
Community News September 2025
Highlighted Events Diwali Celebration When: 10/18/2025 , 6-9pm Where: 3000 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale,33316 Contact: (954) 828-7275 Email: rajshahmobile@gmail.com Host: Parks @recreation Navaratri 2025 – West Palm Beach, FL When: 09/19/2025, 7pm Where: Royal Palm Beach High School 10600 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach,33411 Contact: 561-753-4000 Email: info@gopbia.org Host: Palm Beach India Association Krishnayan – Nritya Natika When: …
Past Issue
Desh-Videsh Special Editions
Bollywood
Param Sundari Review: Janhvi, Sidharth Shine in Rom-Com September 5, 2025 - Just like the traditional Onam Sadhya, which brings together a variety of flavors on a banana leaf, Param Sundari is… ...
Gia Manek Marries Varunn Jain In Spiritual Ceremony September 5, 2025 - Gia Manek, fondly remembered as the original Gopi Bahu from Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, has stepped into a new phase of… ...
Baaghi 4 Trailer: Tiger Shroff’s Fierce Action Comeback September 5, 2025 - The much-awaited trailer of Baaghi 4 dropped on Saturday morning, and it is every bit the adrenaline rush fans were… ...
Aneet Padda’s Inspiring Journey From Amritsar to Stardom September 5, 2025 - Aneet Padda’s path to Bollywood stardom is one built on persistence, courage, and self-belief. Hailing from Amritsar, Punjab, her journey… ...Desi TV
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah to celebrate with Chhello Show director November 9, 2022 - Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is going to have a special show with director Pan Nalin and child artist Bhavin… ...
Ekta Kapoor slammed by the Supreme Court for polluting the minds of young generation November 9, 2022 - The Supreme Court of India has highly criticized Ekta Kapoor for the objectionable content in her web series XXX currently… ...
“You’re Iron Man” says her son to Shefali Shah after Delhi Crime 2 November 9, 2022 - Shefali Shah is a powerhouse of talent which is evident from the variety of characters she has played effortlessly. Recently,… ...
Neha Kakkar breaks down in tears at Indian Idol 13. November 9, 2022 - It was truly a moment of joy and achievement for singer Neha Kakkar when she heard superstar Govinda say that… ...India News
India@78: Celebrating Freedom, Identity, and Global Leadership July 30, 2025 - On August 15, 2025, as India, a land of ancient civilization and diverse cultures, marks its 78th year of independence,… ...
Hindu Americans Rally for Justice in Miami After Pahalgam Terror Attack By Raj Shah May 6, 2025 - On May 4, 2025, over 100 Hindu Americans gathered at Bayfront Park in Miami, Florida, to peacefully protest the brutal… ...
A Tribute to Ustad Zakir Hussain: 73 Years of Legacy in Tabla December 27, 2024 - Zakir Hussain Allarakha Qureshi, born on March 9, 1951, was not only a tabla player but an icon who transformed… ...
India’s Economic Journey: “Fragile Five” to “World’s Fastest Growing Economy” July 31, 2024 - By Dr. Sunanda Basu In 2013, a little-known research analyst at Morgan Stanley coined the term “Fragile Five” in reference… ...NRI News
Aravind Srinivas Drives AI Shift With Perplexity July 31, 2025 - Aravind Srinivas has become a widely recognized figure in the world of artificial intelligence, especially after securing a major partnership… ...
Indian-American Shailesh Jejurikar Named P&G CEO July 31, 2025 - India-born business leader Shailesh Jejurikar is set to take over as Chief Executive Officer of Procter & Gamble (P&G), a… ...
Indian Jahnavi Dangeti joins US Titan Space as candidate July 31, 2025 - Jahnavi Dangeti, a student from Lovely Professional University (LPU), is set to participate as an astronaut candidate in Titan Space… ...
Indian-American Doctors Unite at AAPI’s 43rd Meet July 31, 2025 - Over a thousand Indian-American medical professionals gathered in Cincinnati, Ohio, from July 24 to 27, 2025, for the 43rd Annual… ...Immigration News
Investing in the United States. EB-5s and E-2s December 27, 2024 - There is a growing number of individuals who have earned, acquired, or inherited substantial wealth and now want to use… ...
Estate Planning for Immigrant Communities in Florida: Protecting Your Assets and Ensuring Peace of Mind November 27, 2024 - By Attorney Hao Li. Imagine arriving in a new country, filled with hopes and dreams for a brighter future. You… ...
What happens if you work in the U.S. without work authorization? October 29, 2024 - Most people already know you cannot legally work in the U.S. without employment authorization. Not all visas allow for the… ...
Why should attorneys and other professionals have a succession plan? August 21, 2024 - As a U.S. immigration attorney, some types of cases are resolved relatively quickly while others can take years if not… ...Religion
The Kumbh Mela: A Journey of Faith, Unity, and Discovery February 1, 2025 - The Kumbh Mela is not a religious event alone; it… ...
History in Making: The Grand Inauguration of Ram Mandir December 26, 2023 - Dr. Mohini Shinde Main Temple Total Area: 2.7 Acres Total… ...
1893: Year of the Yogi: a film on Swami Vivekananda’s arrival in America that introduced yoga and Indian spirituality December 21, 2023 - By Raj Shah Talking about a film on Swami Vivekananda… ...
Poetry Contest : Prime Minister Modi May 1, 2023 - Some of you may know that Aruna and I visited… ...Health
Step by Step to Wellness: How 7,000 Daily Steps Cut Major Health Risks July 30, 2025 - By Dr. Kavita Reddy Are 7,000 Steps a Day Enough to See Health Benefits? Do we really need to hit… ...
Dancing with Māyā: Why Beer Yoga Doesn’t Offend Me July 1, 2025 - By Chahna Gupta In the world of yoga, few things stir controversy like the words “beer yoga” or “puppy yoga.”… ...
Food as Medicine: The Ayurvedic Way to Nourish, Heal, and Thrive April 29, 2025 - By Dr. Anjali Agarwal “When the diet is wrong, medicine is of no use. When diet is correct, medicine is… ...
My Soul-Awakening experience April 1, 2025 - By Raj Shah In March, I had the profound privilege of embarking on a transformative journey that began on an… ...Sports
Youth Cricket in South Florida June 30, 2022 - Imagine yourself living somewhere amidst the culturally diverse yet closely knit tri-county of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach, in the… ...
The International Cricket Council (ICC) Board and Committee meetings have concluded following a series of virtual conference calls April 3, 2021 - Decisions taken by the ICC Board include: Cricket The ICC Cricket Committee, led by former Indian captain Anil Kumble, considered… ...
The Ross Brawn Column – Bahrain Grand Prix Edition April 3, 2021 - Formula 1 was treated to an epic race to raise the curtain for the 2021 season, with Max Verstappen and… ...
Conway attains career-best fourth place in MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Player Rankings April 3, 2021 - New Zealand batsman Devon Conway has attained a career-best fourth position in the MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Player Rankings,… ...
