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Desh-Videsh, Indian magazine and deshvidesh.com, Indian magazine and Indian news portal are members of Desh Videsh Media Group. They cover a wide variety of Bollywood, Immigration, Indian religions 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. Readers hail from Florida, Georgia, Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina. The magazine reaches a varied audience of over 75,000 Indians, Pakistanis, Bangladeshi, and Indo-Caribbeans living in the USA.
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Cover Story
Posted: December 31, 2019
By Kanchan Gupta The Ramayan tells us that Sri Ram was banished from Ayodhya and sent into exile for 14 years to deny him the crown that was rightfully his. The great epic recounts the story of those 14 years of trials and tribulations in wilderness. At the end of his exile, which climaxed with Ravan Vadh, or the slaying …
Financial Planning
Posted: December 26, 2019
By Supal Vora Would you be willing to delay your retirement to help your child pay for their first car, college education or wedding? Increasingly, many Americans say the answer is yes. According to a recent study published by Ameriprise Financial, 1 in 3 parents say they have delayed or are willing to delay their retirement to help pay for …
Health & Fitness
Posted: December 20, 2019
By Chahna Tailor Happy New Year and Happy New Decade!! How is the year starting off for you? Have you created any goals that you would like to achieve? If you reflect on the past resolutions, how many have them have you kept? Studies show that only 25% of people follow through with their New Year’s resolutions after 30 days …
Financial Planning
Posted: December 26, 2019
By Supal Vora We’ve all heard about the importance of having life insurance, but is it really necessary? Often, the answer is “yes,” but it depends on your specific situation. In general, you should consider life insurance protection if any of the following applies to you: • You are married and your spouse depends on your income • You have …
Education
Posted: December 30, 2019
By Navneet Pahal You can, but it isn’t your best option. Your 401(k) plan should be dedicated primarily to your retirement. There are two primary drawbacks to using your 401(k) for college funding. First, if you withdraw funds from your 401(k) before you are 59½, you will owe a 10% premature distribution penalty on the withdrawal. This penalty is in …
Travel
Posted: December 24, 2019
By Carolyn Bankston and Teresa Berstein In late 2018, my dearest friend Teresa invited me to join her on a trip to India. She was arranging an Indian wedding in the US, which is her specialty, when she was invited to join the couple on an engagement photo-shoot at the Taj Mahal. We were coming up on the silver anniversary …
India News
Posted: December 25, 2019
Raj Shah Managing Editor, Desh-Videsh My Short answer is “Absolutely not.” Now let me backup my statement. Some of you may or may not know Savarkar. He was the founder president of Hindu Mahasabha He and was also one of the nine men accused of killing Gandhi ji. But on a technicality, he was set free. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s …
Relationship
Posted: December 28, 2019
As an editor of Desh-Videsh and a community organizer, I meet a lot of people at parties or at community events, especially those from my generation. After a few meetings, they open up and talk about their family and problems. Obviously I can not advise them either way because that is not my expertise. But I am a very good …
Book Review
Posted: December 28, 2019
For over a decade, a handful of Left historians have strenuously endeavoured to stymie the Ramjanmabhumi movement. From questioning the antiquity of Rama worship and the identity of ancient Ayodhya, they have also challenged the widely held belief Babri Masjid was built on the site of the Janmabhumi temple. Scholars have, however, traced the antiquity of the Rama Katha as …
Bollywood
Posted: December 31, 2019
bachchan pandey akshay kumar kriti sanon bhuj: the pride of india sonakshi sinha ajay devgn sanjay dutt rana daggubati farhad samji abhishek dudhaiya rumi jaffery chehre amitabh bachchan rhea chakraborty dhritiman chatterjee emraan hashmi chhalaang hansal mehta rajkummar rao nushrat bharucha mohammed zeeshan ayyub gulabo sitabo shoojit sircar ayushmann khurrana nalneesh neel mayank kumar mishra gunjan saxena: the kargil girl …
Community News
Posted: December 28, 2019
Florida Jacksonvile India Day 2020 When: 01/26/2020, 3:00 PM Where: Bolles Middle School 2264 Bartram Rd, Jacksonville,32202 Contact: 904-770-5127 Host: Indian Cultural Society of Jacksonville Tampa Kite Festival When: 01/12/2020, 11 AM Where: Florida State Fairgorunds 4800 Us Hwy 301, Tampa,33610 Contact: Keval Brahmbhatt 813-494-2700 Host: Gujarati Samaj Of Tampa Bay Orlando Uttrayan 2020 When: 01/12/2020, 1:00 AM Where: Turkey …
Editorial
Posted: December 31, 2019
Let me start this column by wishing everybody a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. I cannot believe it is already 2020! This issue features three financial planning articles from different experts in the industry. They range from college planning for your kids to insuring your life and your valuables. We welcome your feedback because we are planning to make …
India News
Over the past several years, We have been involved with and supported Ekal Vidyalaya. We are strong believers in supporting non profit organizations that help children’s education in India. We have been sponsoring Ekal Vidyalaya Schools every year now...
Raj Shah Managing Editor, Desh-Videsh My Short answer is “Absolutely not.” Now let me backup my statement. Some of you may or may not know Savarkar. He was the founder president of Hindu Mahasabha He and was also one...
Goldman Sachs recently released the list of ‘100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs of 2019’. This year’s list has recognized Roostify Co-Founder and CEO Rajesh Bhat among ‘100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs’ at its ‘Builders & Innovators Summit’. Goldman Sachs selected a...
A few days back CNN released a list of ‘Top 10 CNN Heroes of 2019’. This list honors 10 men and women who are working towards making the world a better place by helping families affected by tragedy, cleaning...
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Bollywood
bachchan pandey akshay kumar kriti sanon bhuj: the pride of india sonakshi sinha ajay devgn sanjay dutt rana daggubati farhad samji abhishek dudhaiya rumi jaffery chehre amitabh bachchan rhea chakraborty dhritiman chatterjee emraan hashmi chhalaang hansal mehta rajkummar rao...
Director-Producer Sanjay Leela Bhansali has announced his next film project on Diwali. The director’s SLB Productions made the announcement on social media and wrote – After the release of Gangubai Kathiawadi on 11 Sep 2020, Sanjay Leela Bhansali to...
The Remake of cult classic Satte Pe Satta has been in headlines ever since Farah Khan and Rohit Shetty announced their collaboration for the project. The original action-comedy starred Amitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini, Amjad Khan, Ranjeeta Kaur, Sachin, Shakti...
For Indian cinema, Baahubali has not just been a movie, but also a phenomenon. That phenomenon is making India proud on the world arena of cinema lovers. Baahubali: The Beginning became the first non-English film ever to be screened...
Desi TV
The season 9 of Nach Baliye has been in the news ever since it began. Whether it was due to the unique concept of bringing together ex-couples on the show or the multiple injuries and mishaps that different contestants...
The cast of Sab TV’s most popular family show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC) met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. The comedy show team was part of a huge delegation of the Indian entertainment industry...
Star Plus is all set to bring back cooking reality show MasterChef India. The show aims to provide a platform for home cooks to bring out their passion for cooking and showcase their talent in front of celebrity chefs...
Yeh Hai Mohabbatein actor Karan Patel and his wife Ankita Bhargava will soon embrace parenthood. A source close to the couple revealed the news to an entertainment portal. The actor couple has chosen to stay tight-lipped on the subject...
NRI News
Indian American Indra Nooyi, who was the former PepsiCo head, has been inducted into the prestigious Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery, Washington D.C. The Gallery has recognized her for her accomplishments, and for the positive impact America’s development and culture....
Meet Dr. Rahul Khupse, an Indian American, who is a medicinal chemistry professor at the University of Findlay (UF). Dr. Kapse along with a team of pharmacy students at the UF in Ohio, have made a breakthrough in the...
Indian American Dr. Rikin ‘Rik’ Mehta has announced his plans to run for the United States Senate seat in New Jersey. A pharmacist and an attorney, Dr. Mehta is running against US Senator Cory Booker, a Democrat. Cory Booker...
Two Indian-origin artists based in Chicago have won the prestigious 3Arts Awards for their achievements in 2019. 3Arts is a Chicago-based non-profit organization, which awards Chicago’s women artists, artists of color, and artists with disabilities for their indisputable contributions....
Immigration News
TAMPA, Fla. — Roberta A. Guedes has pleaded guilty to mail fraud and aggravated identity theft in connection with a fraudulent scheme wherein she posed and practiced law as a licensed attorney. Guedes faces a maximum sentence of 22 years in...
WASHINGTON—U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced new policy guidance implementing two decisions from the attorney general regarding how two or more DUI convictions affect good moral character (GMC) requirements and how post-sentencing changes to criminal sentences affect convictions...
WASHINGTON—U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced that it has completed a successful pilot testing phase and is implementing the registration process in the next H-1B lottery. Employers seeking to file H-1B cap-subject petitions for the fiscal year 2021...
WASHINGTON—U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has reached the congressionally mandated cap on H-2B visas for temporary nonagricultural workers for the first half of fiscal year 2020. Nov. 15 was the final receipt date for new cap-subject H-2B worker petitions...
Religion
By Kanchan Gupta The Ramayan tells us that Sri Ram was banished from Ayodhya and sent into exile for 14 years to deny him the crown that was rightfully his. The great epic recounts the story of those 14...
India is known for its rich culture, heritage, and religious diversity. Home to a diverse range of faiths, the nation’s multi-religious identity lends itself to a unique landscape for visitors to enjoy. People from all over the world visit...
Hinduism believes in the concept of evolution of life on earth. Although it is not the same as the one known to modern science, in many ways and in a very fundamental sense, it is not much different from...
Those who are familiar with the beliefs and practices of Hinduism know that the River Ganga is the most sacred river for Hindus. People strive to make a pilgrimage to the banks of the river and immerse themselves in...
Health
By Chahna Tailor Happy New Year and Happy New Decade!! How is the year starting off for you? Have you created any goals that you would like to achieve? If you reflect on the past resolutions, how many have...
Once a nasty cold, sore throat and cough sets in, we all know that it takes its own good time in going away, thus leaving your immunity system weak and exposed in the process, and taking a toll on...
Diabetes has become one of the most common health conditions these days. However, regular exercising can help in controlling diabetes. Yoga, in particular, can help in reducing blood sugar levels, aid in weight loss and help in reducing stress,...
Currently WHO has a core list of 460 medicines, along with a complementary list of treatments requiring special care. The abortion drug, mifepristone was moved to the core list off its complementary list, deleting a note that said it...
Sports
We are devastated by the destruction caused to communities, families and wildlife by the bushfires across Australia, and our thoughts are with all those affected by this crisis. We encourage the global cricket family to support relief efforts through...
Australia batsman Marnus Labuschagne has grabbed a career-best third place in the MRF Tyres ICC Test Player Rankings after a match-winning double-century against New Zealand in Sydney. Warner back among top five, Starc equals career-best fifth position Stokes, Anderson...
India opener Lokesh Rahul and captain Virat Kohli have made significant progress in the MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Player Rankings after producing two superb knocks each in the three-match home series against the West Indies which they won...
Aleem Dar will break Steve Bucknor’s record of most Test matches as an umpire in the first Test match between Australia and New Zealand, which commences in Perth on Thursday. • The 51-year-old from Pakistan overtakes Steve Bucknor in...
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