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True understanding of festivals and the unity of religions can heal a fractured world
We are all basking in the afterglow of Diwali, India’s Christmas and New Year rolled into one. While holding on to our traditions, we should respect others’ festivals and celebrations. “Understanding that all religions are paths to One God will bring us closer together, healing …
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From Hubli to the World: How Akshaya Patra Became a Global Model for Service
Raj Shah As the co-chair of the Akshaya Patra South Florida Chapter, I was deeply honored to be part of —an evening filled with compassion, inspiration, and purpose. It was heartwarming to see so many friends, supporters, and community members come together to celebrate Akshaya …
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The Journey and Growth of Akshaya Patra
One-on-one conversation with Shri Navin Goel Ji, CEO of Akshaya Patra USA By Raj Shah As Akshaya Patra marks a historic milestone—25 years of nourishing children and empowering education—I had the honor of speaking with Shri Navin Goel Ji, CEO of Akshaya Patra USA. Our …
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Celebrating 25 Years of Akshaya Patra Foundation
By Raj Shah This year, as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Akshaya Patra Foundation, I am filled with deep pride and heartfelt gratitude. Over the last quarter century, Akshaya Patra has transformed from a humble initiative feeding just 1,500 children in Bengaluru to …
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Nourishing a Nation: Inside Akshaya Patra’s 25-Year Journey with CEO Shridhar Venkat Ji
Raj Shah As part of Akshaya Patra Foundation’s 25th anniversary celebration, Forbes India recently sat down with its CEO, Shridhar Venkat Ji, for an in-depth conversation on the organization’s extraordinary journey from feeding 1,500 children in 2000 to serving over 3.35 million meals a day …
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Indian-Americans are Not a Drain on America
They Are a Dividend America’s Fiscal Strength, Not Burden A New Look at Immigration and America’s Fiscal Future For decades, U.S. political debates have painted immigrants as fiscal burdens—taking jobs, consuming welfare, and straining public finances. Yet new economic research has overturned that narrative with …
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India’s Historic Cricket World Cup Win: From Shadows to Spotlight
It was just past midnight at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium when history unfolded under the glowing floodlights. The chants of “Bharat Mata ki Jai” echoed through the stands as Harmanpreet Kaur and her team lifted the ICC Women’s World Cup trophy—India’s first ever. Tears, …
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Turns 52: The Timeless Beauty Who Believes in Simplicity and Self-Acceptance
November 1 marks the 52nd birthday of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan — a name synonymous with grace, confidence, and timeless beauty. From winning Miss World in 1994 to becoming one of India’s most admired global icons, Aishwarya continues to enchant audiences not just with her striking …
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Editorial November 2025
Dear Readers, Recently, I had the honor of being invited as a special guest at the Palm Beach India Association’s Diwali Celebration—a beautiful evening filled with light, laughter, and community spirit. The organizers requested that I speak on a theme close to my heart: “Unity.” …
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SUNY Professor Renu Balyan Named AI Public Good Fellow
Dr. Renu Balyan, Assistant Professor at SUNY Old Westbury, has been selected for the State University of New York’s inaugural AI for the Public Good Fellows program. She joins 19 other faculty members recognized for their expertise in artificial intelligence research and its ethical applications. …
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