Category Archive for: ‘Raj Shah’
Editorial July 2025
Dear Readers, In two of the world’s largest democracies—India and the United States—voters are witnessing a strikingly similar trend: once-dominant political parties, the Indian National Congress and the Democratic Party, are floundering, not due to a lack of resources or reach, but because of a …
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Our Summer Pilgrimage to BAPS Akshardham, Robbinsville: A Journey of Awe, Devotion, and Cultural Pride
By Raj Shah My wife Aruna and I went on a trip this summer that was more than just travel. It wasn’t just a vacation or temple visit. It was a spiritual homecoming. We experienced a renewal of our faith. It served as a profound …
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A Soulful Journey to Brahma Kumaris Peace Village Learning and Retreat Center
By Raj Shah Last month, my wife, Aruna; my cousin, Kashmira; and I had the rare privilege of visiting the Brahma Kumaris Peace Village Learning and Retreat Center nestled in the breathtaking beauty of the Catskill Mountains in upstate New York. Spread across 300 acres …
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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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Hindu Americans Rally for Justice in Miami After Pahalgam Terror Attack By Raj Shah
On May 4, 2025, over 100 Hindu Americans gathered at Bayfront Park in Miami, Florida, to peacefully protest the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. Organized by members of the local Hindu community, the demonstration sought justice for the innocent lives lost and called on …
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Editor’s View : How Do We Stop the Hindu Killings?
How Do We Stop the Hindu Killings? A Call for Global Hindu Unity and Action On April 22, 2025, in the heart of Pahalgam, the peaceful tourist town in Jammu & Kashmir was mercilessly shattered by bullets of hatred and bloodshed. Twenty-six Hindu tourists were …
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Book review: Vishwa Shastra: India and the World by Dhruva Jaishankar
By Raj Shah Dhruva Jaishankar’s Vishwa Shastra: “India and the World has emerged as a timely and significant contribution to the study of India’s foreign policy.“ In the wake of shifting global power dynamics and the resurgence of Donald Trump, global anxiety is rising over …
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Hindu Parenting in the USA: Raising Dharmic Children in a Modern World
By Raj Shah Raising children is among the most noble and fulfilling responsibilities. For Hindu parents in the United States, the journey is uniquely meaningful. Living amidst the dynamics of American life while carrying forward the ancient spiritual legacy of Sanatana Dharma requires …
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Book Review : India at $55 Trillion by 2047? An Ambitious but Structured Vision
Book Review: India@100: Envisioning Tomorrow’s Economic Powerhouse by Krishnamurthy Subramanian By Raj Shah Former Chief Economic Adviser to the Prime Minister Modi, Krishnamurthy Subramanian, in his book India@100: Envisioning Tomorrow’s Economic Powerhouse imagines a daring economic future for India: a $55 trillion GDP by 2047, …
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My Soul-Awakening experience
By Raj Shah In March, I had the profound privilege of embarking on a transformative journey that began on an exceptional day—my birthday, March 20. The Brahma Kumaris Center in Miami offered a deeply enriching, in-person course as a unique birthday gift to myself. From …
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