January 2026

Desh-Videsh January 2026

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The Rise and Rise of Indian-Americans: From Immigrants to Influencers

By Raj Shah When the first large waves of Indian immigrants began arriving in the United States in meaningful numbers after the mid-1960s, most came with little more than suitcases, degrees, and an almost stubborn faith that hard work could outrun hardship. They entered a country that often knew little about India beyond vague stereotypes—curry, cows, “exotic” spirituality, and Bollywood …

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January 2026

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Self Development

The Art of Bouncing Back with Greater Success

There are ups and downs in life; it is a crazy trip. Two sides of the same coin are failure and success; setbacks are inevitable in any effort. But the rebound—stronger, smarter, and more determined—defines a person more than the fall. The technique of rebounding with more success is a taught ability one may acquire and grow in. It calls …

Editorial

Raj Shah Managing Editor of Desh Videsh Media Group

Editorial January 2026

Dear Readers, U.S.-India 2025: Strains, Shifts, and Modi’s Resilience For more than two decades, India–U.S. relations have been described as one of the quiet success stories of modern geopolitics. From the suspicion and distance of the Cold War era, the two democracies steadily built a relationship anchored in shared interests—trade, technology, counterterrorism, defense cooperation, and people-to-people ties. By the early …

Health

The Role of Ayurveda & Ancient Medicine in Cancer Care

By Dr. Anjali Menon Cancer remains one of the most formidable health challenges of the 21st century, prompting patients and researchers alike to look beyond conventional oncology toward ancient healing traditions. Among these, Ayurveda, a 5,000-year-old system of natural healing originating in India, and other ancient medical traditions offer a holistic framework for health. When discussing whether ancient medicine can …

NRI News

IMA, AAPI Collaborate To Empower Indian Medical Students

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) is set to formalize a collaboration with the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) this Saturday. The partnership, announced during IMA’s 100th All-India Medical Conference (NATCON), will enable more than 900 Indian medical students to engage with US-based medical institutions and collaborate with American peers. The MoU …

Horoscope 2026

Horoscope 2026

By Pandit Vijayanand Introduction: Here is a Moon-calendar–based (lunar influence focused) Year 2026 Horoscope for all 12 zodiac signs, written in a Western zodiac framework but emphasizing Moon phases, emotional cycles, inner growth, and timing rather than only planetary transits. In 2026, the cosmic landscape is defined by the “Year of the Fire Horse” and a historic shift of major …

Must Read Books

Must Read Books

HINDU PARENTING IN THE USA How to Build Character, Culture, and Confidence in the Next Generation By Raj Shah Every Hindu parent in America knows this moment: Your child walks into school wearing a Diwali T-shirt or carrying a Krishna book, and you silently hope they will feel proud—not different. You want them to shine in this land of opportunity, …

NRI News

Gabbard Warns Islamist Ideology Threatens Western Security

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard issued a strong alert on global security challenges while addressing a conservative gathering in Florida on December 20. Speaking at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest, she connected extremist Islamist ideology to growing dangers confronting Western societies, emphasizing its broad and evolving nature. Gabbard highlighted how European nations have responded to these threats, pointing to Germany …

Bollywood News

Don 3 Finally Set To Begin Filming

After years of speculation and delays, Don 3, the third installment of the hit franchise, is finally set to begin filming. Announced by Farhan Akhtar in August 2023, the project confirmed Ranveer Singh as the new Don, succeeding Shah Rukh Khan. Initial plans to start production in January 2025 were postponed due to Farhan’s acting commitments and the exit of …

Community News

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Community News January 2026

Highlighted Events Kite Festival 2026 When: 01/18/2026, 9.30 AM Where: Pine Lake Retreat 21725 County Road 33, Groveland,34736 Contact: 407-797-9407 Email: registration@gujaratisocietycfl.com Host: Gujarati Society of Central Florida Krishnayan_Nritya Natika When: 02/28/2026, From 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM Where: The Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr Blvd, Davie, FL 33314 Contact: Raj Shah 754-264-6306 Email: …