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2025 Hindu Holidays
DAY DATE HOLIDAY Wednesday Jan 15, 2025 Makarsankranti / Pongal Sunday Feb 02, 2025 Vasant Panchami Tuesday Feb 11, 2025 Thaipusam Wednesday Feb 26, 2025 Maha Shivaratri Thursday Mar 13, 2025 Holika Dahan Friday Mar 14, 2025 Holi Saturday Mar 29, 2025 Hindi New …
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Wedding Resource Directory Summer 2025
Desh-Videsh Media Group proudly presents the Wedding Resource Directory – Summer 2025 Edition. This special issue is your go-to guide for planning the perfect South Asian wedding in the U.S. Discover top vendors, stunning venues, and expert tips to make your big day unforgettable.Featuring real …
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Marco Island: A Dream Destination for Your South Asian Wedding
Imagine a golden sunset over the tranquil Gulf waters, the soothing sound of waves, and a gentle ocean breeze brushing against your skin as you go around sacred fire. If you’re dreaming of a destination wedding that combines natural splendor with refined luxury, Marco Island …
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Guest Editorial from a Grateful Bride
By Aarti Patel Mehra, Tampa, Florida As I sit down to write this, mere weeks after the most magical day of my life, I am brimming with gratitude—not only for my family, my husband, and our friends and community, but for Desh-Videsh magazine and its …
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Letters to the Editor
Rekindling Joyful Dharma Raj Shah’s article beautifully highlights the importance of joyful engagement in Hindu parenting. His point about rasa—emotional connection—truly resonated with me. Inspired by it, my family celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with storytelling and art, making it fun and memorable for our kids. Dharma, …
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Hindu Wedding Rituals in the U.S.: Honoring Traditions, Embracing New Beginnings
By Raj Shah Hindu weddings, known for their color, complexity, and cultural depth, are among the most sacred life events in Sanatan Dharma. Rooted in Vedic rituals and philosophical ideals, these ceremonies symbolize the union of two souls and two families—bound not just by affection, …
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Monthly Horoscope June 2025
By Pandit Vijayanand Aries (Mar 21–Apr 19): Dear Aries bride, this month empowers you. With Mars boosting your confidence, you’re in full command of your wedding vision. Whether you’re finalizing a guest list or planning a mehndi night, your energy is magnetic. Mid-June brings romantic …
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2025 Trends of the Indian Wedding
Indian weddings are always ostentatious and exemplified with colors, traditions, and unmatched festivities. When looking forward to 2025, a fresh wave of trends will make weddings all the more spectacular. The upcoming season will mix sustainability, innovation, and the couple’s personal flair as it promises …
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Bridal Beauty Countdown
By: Radhika Trivedi, MD at Dermatology Specialists of GA & Aqua Medical Spa Congratulations! You are officially engaged. Now is the perfect time to focus on your skin. Start by making an appointment for a consultation with our board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Radhika Trivedi, for an …
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Kashmira and Paul Wedding story
On May 2, 2025, Kashmira Alexander, a Bone Marrow Transplant RN, and Paul Dhanessur, who runs an artisan woodwork company, celebrated their love with a vibrant, heartfelt wedding rooted in culture, family, and shared stories. With Indo-Caribbean heritage—Kashmira’s family from Trinidad and Jamaica and Paul’s …
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