January 2017

Desh Videsh January 2017

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2016 Financial Year in Review

2017 is here, and many of us are in the midst of tax prep. Tax returns for 2016 are due on or before April 15, 2017 or October 15, 2017 (if timely extended). Here is your quick reference guide for the preparation of 2016 tax returns.  General Tax Updates   Tax Bracket Adjustment Adjusted for inflation, income tax bracket rose …

Financial Planning

Getting back to basics: Why a financial game plan is so important.

Getting back to basics: Why a financial game plan is so important. Many of us are familiar with the expression, “failing to plan is planning to fail.” As an Agent with New York Life, I can assure you that—when it comes to financial goals and objectives—this old adage still rings true. In fact, it may be more relevant than ever. …

Financial Planning

Prominent Indians and Indian Americans

Prominent Indians and Indian Americans Forbes 400 Richest People In the World 2016 Forbes magazine 2016 list of 400 Richest People in the World features several   successful Indians and Indian Americans across industries. In this issue, we provide a glimpse into these entrepreneurial and inspiring individuals. * Information compiled from Forbes.com and Forbes Rankings. 36. Mukesh Ambani, 59 Chairman, Reliance …

Relationship

5 Things You’re Unlikely to Discover on a First Date

Send your relationship questions to info@deshvidesh.com by Jasbina Ahluwalia, Intersections Match 5 Things You’re Unlikely to Discover on a First Date Before you pass on a second date with a man, consider these five things you are unlikely to discover about a potential partner on a first date. How he interacts with you when he’s not nervous. Regardless of how …

Bollywood

Bollywood Today

  Dangal overwhelms box office Showcasing a remarkable run, Aamir Khan’s Dangal has already collected approx. Rs.1.07 billion in its first four days of opening. The film showed an upswing of 16.92% and 21.63% on second and third day. Being the biggest Hindi film overseas as well particularly in the Middle East and North America; it has earned an additional …

Desi TV

Desi TV Duniya

Kuch Rang Pyaar Ke… poised for a shocking twist Heightening the drama, the much loved Sony TV drama Kuch Rang Pyaar Ke… is geared up for a shocking twist ahead. In upcoming episodes, Sonakshi will learn that she cannot be pregnant and will stage an open fight with Dev amidst all family members. Watching the rift between the lovebirds, Neha …

Community News

TAJ EXPRESS: THE BOLLYWOOD MUSICAL

Taj Express, an Internationally acclaimed musical based out of Mumbai, India, will be coming to the United States in early 2017. Taj Express explodes with the sounds of India and Bollywood, capturing the vibrant, expressive spirit of the world of Bollywood movies that have been entertaining billions of people in India for generations. Through a fusion of film, dance, and …