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Desh-Videsh November 2023
Cover Story
Posted: October 25, 2023
By Raj Shah Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, is a celebration of good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair. It is a time to reflect on the victory of dharma, or righteousness, over adharma, or unrighteousness. The story of Diwali is the story of Lord Rama’s victory over the demon king Ravana. Ravana had kidnapped Rama’s …
PARENT COACHING
Posted: October 27, 2023
By Professor Rohini Pandit As the world becomes increasingly interconnected and diverse, it is important to examine the factors that contribute to academic success in different cultural groups. One group that consistently outperforms their peers in academics is Indian-American students. These students have been shown to excel in various subjects such as mathematics, science, and language arts, often earning top …
Editorial
Posted: October 31, 2023
Dear Readers, First and foremost, let me wish all our Hindu readers a happy Diwali! May this festival of lights guide you and your loved ones on a journey of peace, prosperity, and happiness. I hope the Diwali light leads you and your loved ones on a path filled with harmony, wealth, and joy. Joyous Diwali! I would also like …
Cultural Program
Posted: October 31, 2023
Namaste 2023: A Celebration of Indian Culture in South Florida Akshaya Patra is thrilled to announce the return of Namaste! 2023 to South Florida, and it promises to be bigger and more entertaining than ever before. Building on the success of Namaste! 2022, our inaugural event that attracted 10,000 visitors, this year’s celebration is set to surpass all expectations. Namaste! …
POEM
Posted: October 30, 2023
Editor’s Note You may have noticed that we created a section for poems. This is strictly reserved for high school, middle school, and university-level students. Students with a penchant for poetry are encouraged to submit their poems to editor@deshvidesh.com. Our top choices include poems about Indian history, customs, and celebrations. Please include a brief biography with the poem. Sending a …
Hinduism
Posted: September 21, 2023
By Pradeep B. Deshpande and James P. Kowall In Sanskrit, the word Sanatan means eternal, something that has no beginning and no end, and dharma may be loosely translated to mean duty, and so Sanatan dharma may be taken to mean eternal duty. So, what is the eternal duty of human beings? Modern physics unravels the mystery. The year is …
NRI NEWS
Posted: October 30, 2023
The American Society of Engineers of Indian Origin (ASEI), an organization dedicated to pioneering engineering innovations, bestowed its esteemed Lifetime Achievement Award upon Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud, during its 35th National Convention held in Southfield, Michigan. This recognition was part of the ASEI National Convention, which also featured a gala dinner and entertainment event, where six other distinguished …
Bollywood News
Posted: October 30, 2023
In a recent conversation with Rajshri Unplugged, Bollywood actress Raveena Tandon delved into her thoughts on the distinctions between the South and Hindi film industries. She echoed the prevalent belief that the South film industry maintains a higher degree of discipline when compared to its Hindi counterpart. Raveena pointed out that the Hindi film industry sometimes drifts away from its …
Immigration
Posted: October 30, 2023
Yes. Having to leave your job or even losing your job while on an H-1B Visa is not necessarily the end of the world!! You will need to be able to secure new employment within the 60-day grace period, and then, your new employer will be able to file a petition for an H-1B Transfer. However, I want to stress …
Community News
Posted: October 31, 2023
Highlighted Events Akshaya Patra Presents Namaste! 2023 When: 12/02/2023, 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Where: Pompano Beach Amphitheatre and Adjacent Grounds Contact: Raj Rajgopal & Raj Shah Email: namasteflevent@gmail.com, raj@deshvidesh.com Host: Akshaya Patra USA Nav Jeevan Holiday Bash – South Florida Hindu Temple When: 11/05/2023, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Where: South Florida Hindu Temple 13010 West Griffin RD, Southwest …
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Bollywood
In a recent conversation with Rajshri Unplugged, Bollywood actress Raveena Tandon delved into her thoughts on the distinctions between the South and Hindi film industries. She echoed the prevalent belief that the South film industry maintains a higher degree...
Sanya Malhotra is set to feature in “Mrs,” a film portraying the life of a woman who marries into a traditional family with rigid gender roles. The movie’s trailer was unveiled by the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF),...
Kangana Ranaut is currently engaged in promoting her forthcoming movie, Tejas, where she portrays the role of an Air Force pilot. During her recent visit to Delhi, she met with Israel’s ambassador, Naor Gilon, discussing the ongoing conflict between...
Shahid Kapoor surprised fans on Dussehra by revealing his first look from his upcoming movie, Deva. Directed by Malayalam filmmaker Rosshan Andrrews and co-starring Pooja Hegde, the film is set to release on October 11, 2024. In the unveiled...
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Desi TV
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is going to have a special show with director Pan Nalin and child artist Bhavin Rabari of the Gujarati movie Chhello Show to celebrate the success of the movie as India’s official entry to...
The Supreme Court of India has highly criticized Ekta Kapoor for the objectionable content in her web series XXX currently streaming on her OTT platform Alt Balaji. This criticism has come as the result of a complaint lodged by...
Shefali Shah is a powerhouse of talent which is evident from the variety of characters she has played effortlessly. Recently, she has been basking in the glory of two back-to-back super hits on the OTT — Darlings and Delhi...
It was truly a moment of joy and achievement for singer Neha Kakkar when she heard superstar Govinda say that he is a great admirer of her songs. It was a special episode of Indian Idol 13, where Govinda,...
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India News
By Raj Shah Narendra Modi has been winning hearts with his diplomatic skills since he took office as the Prime Minister of India. His unique gift-giving has become an integral part of international relations between India and other countries....
The movie RRR has been making waves in the film industry with its gripping story of rebellion and freedom. But what many people may not know is that the movie was inspired by a real-life revolt that occurred in...
Negative news about India is more exciting and sells more copies Indian-American journalists and American media outlets’ coverage of reporting on India not only sees the glass half empty but also sees fingerprints all over the glass This has...
The Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awards honor the exceptional accomplishments and contributions of Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to India The awards, which were established in 2003, are given out annually by the President of India...
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NRI News
Vivek Ramaswamy, the Indian-American Republican candidate for the United States Presidential Polls, expressed admiration for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and emphasized the importance of India as a reliable partner. In a recent Instagram video, Ramaswamy openly shared his...
Indian American Satish Garimella, in his eighth year on the Morrisville, NC, Town Council, seeks a third term, aiming to capitalize on his eight-year tenure. Morrisville, part of North Carolina’s Research Triangle, boasts a significant Indian American population, comprising...
The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) in the UK has bestowed the 2023 Faraday Medal upon Arogyaswami Paulraj, a Professor Emeritus at Stanford University and an advisor to Celesta Capital. This prestigious award was presented to Dr. Paulraj...
At the White House, US President Joe Biden presented the National Medal of Technology and Innovation to two distinguished Indian American scientists. Ashok Gadgil and Subra Suresh received these prestigious awards during the ceremony, where President Biden also recognized...
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Immigration News
Yes. Having to leave your job or even losing your job while on an H-1B Visa is not necessarily the end of the world!! You will need to be able to secure new employment within the 60-day grace period,...
We hear all the time that the U.S. Immigration System is “broken” or certainly needs reform. What can be done? While I am not a politician or a policy maker, I have worked in the immigration legal field for...
1. When can we expect the commencement of visa stamping within the United States? In 2004, the U.S Department of State halted the renewal of U.S visa stamps due to heightened border restrictions following the events of 9/11. Initially,...
Indian Nationals seeking U.S. Green Cards under the 1st Employment Based Preference or EB-1 category received a rude awakening from the recently published August 2023 Visa Bulletin. Unexpectedly and almost overnight, the wait time for green cards has increased...
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Religion
Some of you may know that Aruna and I visited India early this year. I have written in my editorial column about celebrating Jan 26 – India republic day at Gujarat VidyaPeeth, institute founded by Mahatma Gandhi, visited Gandhi...
What if an Indian had written this… Would anyone believe it? By Maria Wirth Though I have lived in India for a long time, there are still issues here that I find hard to understand. For example, why do so...
On January 30th, 1948, Hindu extremists Nathuram Godse assassinated Gandhi ji, the most well-known proponent of nonviolence in the world. Where there is extremist ideology, innocent people will always be killed Religious fanaticism in our day and age is...
Aries There will be mental unrest this month. The conscience will remain restless due to some unidentified reason. Be aware of any rudeness in your nature that might lead to an increase in confusion. In the beginning, due to...
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Health
Happy May and Happy Spring! The season of spring brings qualities of prithvi (earth) and jal/aap (water) elements such as wet, heavy, dense, soft, cloudy, cool, stable, dense, and solid. Environmental changes can affect our bodies in different ways....
Happy Diwali and also Happy Dhanteras! Today, let me talk about one of Hindu Festivals, Dhanteras. Not too many Hindus know the real significance of this important Hindu Festival. Dhanteras, also known as Dhanvantari Trayodashi, Dhantrayodashi, or Dhanvantari Jayanti,...
Happy August! Since we are in the full swing of the summer season, let’s go through some Ayurvedic tips to brighten your skin, make your hair healthier, and keep you calm and relaxed through this fun time! Skin Care...
Now that 2021 is here, many are looking for new ways to manage stress. Although mindfulness and meditation are not new – there is evidence suggesting that humans have been practicing meditation for more than 5,000 years –...
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Sports
Imagine yourself living somewhere amidst the culturally diverse yet closely knit tri-county of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach, in the sunshine state — where outdoor sports can be played all year round. Imagine again, that you live not too...
Decisions taken by the ICC Board include: Cricket The ICC Cricket Committee, led by former Indian captain Anil Kumble, considered the current issues in the international game, and presented its recommendations which were approved. One of the issues discussed...
Formula 1 was treated to an epic race to raise the curtain for the 2021 season, with Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton going toe-to-toe for victory in the Bahrain Grand Prix. Formula 1 Managing Director, Motorsport, Ross Brawn discusses...
New Zealand batsman Devon Conway has attained a career-best fourth position in the MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Player Rankings, thanks to his match-winning knock in the series opener against Bangladesh in Hamilton on Sunday. The left-hander, who has...
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