Desh-Videsh September 2026
Cover Story
Siena and Anjay
Siena and Anjay’s Miami Wedding Blended Love, Family, and Two Cultures Siena Vadakal, a pediatrician, and Anjay Shah, an ophthalmologist, began their love story in the most fitting place for two future doctors: medical school. The couple first met during orientation at the University of Florida, standing next to each other in line for photographs. What began as an easy …
Digital Magazine
Nikita and Pranav
Nikita and Pranav
A Night Under the Stars: Nikita Maniar and Pranav Bhakta’s Destination Wedding in Orlando For Nikita Maniar and Pranav Bhakta, love began with a simple change of location on a dating app and quickly turned into a story filled with unexpected surprises, family, friendship, and plenty of Bollywood flair. Nikita, a neurologist from South Florida, had grown tired of the …
Editors View
Editorial September 2026
Whose Wedding Is It, Anyway—the Couple’s or the Family’s? Riya sits across from her parents, laptop open, guest list on screen. She’s trying to hold the number under a hundred and fifty. Her mother studies the screen, then asks something that isn’t really a question: what will I tell your Chachi if she isn’t invited? There’s no clean answer. There …
Komal and Vishnu
Komal and Vishnu
A Love Story Written in Chai, Music, and Tradition: Komal and Vishnu’s Orlando Wedding What began with a FaceTime call during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic blossomed into a vibrant love story that brought together Gujarati and Tamil-Brahmin traditions in the heart of Downtown Orlando. Komal Naileesh Patel, 29, a baker, and Vishnu Lakshman Sriram, 30, a musician and …
Nadira and Keith
Nadira and Keith
A Love Story Written in Perfectly Imperfect Moments: Nadira Persaud and Keith McAdam For Nadira Persaud and Keith McAdam, love arrived when they least expected it. Both 32, the couple met in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic through Tinder, a dating app neither initially believed would lead to something lasting. Nadira had joined after encouragement from her sister and …
Bollywood Weddings
Bollywood Weddings
Ahaana Krishna Wedding Rumors Gain Fresh Momentum Wedding rumors involving Malayalam actor Ahaana Krishna and cinematographer Nimish Ravi have gained fresh attention after reports suggested that the two may be planning to marry in September 2026. While speculation surrounding their relationship has circulated for some time, neither Ahaana nor Nimish has officially confirmed their wedding plans. According to reports published …
Sprituality
The Seven Vows We Never Speak: What Marriage Runs On
My cousin’s daughter got married on a beach in Florida, late morning, the heat already starting to set in by ten. The mandap had four pillars and an open rectangle above them, nothing between the ceremony and the sky, beautifully done up in flowers that had no business surviving that heat as well as they did. I remember looking at …
NRI News
Indian-American investor hails Bhagwat’s faith in youth
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat’s visit to New York has sparked conversations about India’s younger generation, the country’s future and the importance of stronger ties between India and the United States. His three-day American visit is part of the organization’s global outreach initiatives marking its centenary year. One of the key discussions took place during a roundtable attended by …
Rema’s Ramblings
Rema’s Ramblings – Thoughts and Musings from Mumbai to Miami
The Big Fat Proposal Growing up in Mumbai, when I was a little girl, I remember attending the engagement ceremony of one of my cousins. The ceremony was held at my cousin’s house, with a few family members from both sides present. A ritual was conducted, with the parents of the bride and groom exchanging items and gifts. We all …
Horoscope
Horoscope September 2026
By Pandit Vijayanand Aries (Mesh) | (March 21 – April 19) September brings steady alignment in your professional and personal spheres. As the month begins, clearheaded conversations with partners or business associates open valuable doors. With Venus encouraging open dialogue, short trips or joint projects foster harmony. However, avoid impulsive financial moves or major home-related decisions around midmonth. Keep work …
Wedding Directory
Wedding Resource Directory Fall 2026
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Community News
Community News September 2026
Highlighted Events Diwali Dinner When: 11/14/2026, 5.30 to 7.30 PM Where: Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld 6677 Sea Harbor, Orlando,32821 Contact: Chirag 407-797-9407 Email: Info@gujaratisocietycfl.com Host: Gujarati Society Central Florida Bollywood Diwali Cruise 2026 When: 11/27/2026, 8:30 PM Where: Port Miami 1015 North America Way, Miami, 33132 Host: Florida Bollywood Events 2026 Diwali Celebration Festival Of Lights When: 10/25/2026, 6 TO …
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