Desh-Videsh August 2025
Cover Story
Sacred Giving: How Indian-Americans Blend Dharma with Philanthropy
By Raj Shah Long before organized philanthropy became a global phenomenon, the act of giving—dāna (donation) and seva (selfless service)—was enshrined in the spiritual DNA of Indian civilization. These principles, central to Hindu philosophy and deeply embedded in ancient Hindu scriptures, continue to shape the worldview and values of Indian-Americans today, especially as they rise to prominence in business, technology, …
Digital Magazine
Philanthropy
Atal & Shaili Bansal: A Tech Power Couple and Quiet Force in Community Philanthropy
By Raj Shah Atal Bansal, Founder and CEO of Chetu Inc., is not only a dynamic tech entrepreneur, but also a committed philanthropist whose leadership has made lasting impact both locally and globally. Equally influential, though with a quieter public profile, is his wife and partner in philanthropy—Shaili Bansal, Executive Director and co‑founder of the Chetu Foundation. Together, the Bansals …
Editorial
Editorial August 2025
Dear Readers, Why I’m Losing Faith in Trump As someone who voted for Donald Trump three times, I believed I was supporting a bold leader who would put America first, shake up the status quo, and bring long-overdue clarity and strength to U.S. foreign policy. I appreciated his tough stance on China, his willingness to confront global hypocrisy, and his …
India News
India@78: Celebrating Freedom, Identity, and Global Leadership
On August 15, 2025, as India, a land of ancient civilization and diverse cultures, marks its 78th year of independence, Indians across the world—including the more than 5 million-strong Indian-American community—pause to honor the courage, vision, and resilience of the freedom fighters who broke the chains of colonialism in 1947. But Independence Day is more than a remembrance of struggle. …
Health
Okasātmyam: Getting Used to What’s Not Good for Us
By Chahna Gupta Whenever I think about “back in the day,” I picture our ancestors working together to keep their communities alive — gathering fruit and crops, building fires, meditating, learning the land, caring for each other. Life was simpler (minus the occasional wild animal attack). Even medicine was simpler. People used their environment and lifestyle to heal themselves — …
Hinduism
Rema’s Ramblings – A Timeless Lesson in Leadership from the Bhagavad Gita
A few years ago, I attended an intensive week-long leadership training program which focused on over 20 core leadership principles and how every leader must understand and implement them. One of the leadership principles taught in this program was “Release the Outcome”. Simply put, this principle told us that good leaders must make decisions based on doing the right thing …
Must Read Books
Must Read Books – Learning Hinduism
Learning Hinduism: A Step-by-Step Guide for the New Generation By Raj Shah Discover Hinduism with Joy, Pride, and Purpose! A Joyful Journey Through Hinduism—For Children Ages 6 to 13 As Hindu parents and grandparents raising children in America, we often ask: How can we pass on the wisdom of Sanatan Dharma to the next generation? We want our children to …
NRI News
Indian-American Shailesh Jejurikar Named P&G CEO
India-born business leader Shailesh Jejurikar is set to take over as Chief Executive Officer of Procter & Gamble (P&G), a leading American consumer goods company, starting January 1, 2026. The announcement has drawn praise from across the business community, including from Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra, who highlighted Jejurikar’s rise as a significant milestone for Indian-American professionals globally. Anand Mahindra …
Monthly Horoscope
Monthly Horoscope August 2025
By Michelle Sareen, a.k.a. Devika Meera The following horoscopes are given based on traditional Vedic sign calculations and not the Western sun-sign. These should be read according to your rising sign (Lagna) or Moon sign in the Vedic Sidereal Zodiac. Aries: If your heart and karmic actions are in the right place, Aries, unexpected blessings of prosperity will come during …
Bollywood News
Mahesh Bhatt Calls Alia Bhatt Self-Made Star
Veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt recently spoke candidly about the ongoing nepotism debate in Bollywood and reflected on his daughter Alia Bhatt’s rise to stardom. In a conversation on The Himanshu Mehta Show, Bhatt emphasized that Alia carved her own path, describing her as “self-made.” He clarified that he had no part in launching her film career, noting that it was …
NRI News
Aravind Srinivas Drives AI Shift With Perplexity
Aravind Srinivas has become a widely recognized figure in the world of artificial intelligence, especially after securing a major partnership between Perplexity AI and telecom giant Bharti Airtel. The deal, which grants 360 million Airtel users free access to Perplexity Pro for a year, has pushed the innovative AI search engine into the spotlight. But Srinivas’ rise goes far beyond …
Community News
Community News August 2025
Highlighted Events Independence Day 2025! When: 08/17/2025, 11:30 AM Where: Broward Center for the Performing Arts 201 SW 5th Ave, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 Contact: Alefiya 954-648-0133 Email: aia.sflorida@gmail.com Host: The Association of Indians in America (Florida Chpater) Krishnayan – Nritya Natika When: 10/04/2025 Where: The Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr Blvd, Davie,33314 Contact: …
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