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Desh-Videsh February 2025
Cover Story
Posted: February 1, 2025
The Kumbh Mela is not a religious event alone; it represents a journey of faith, unity, and spiritual discovery that has become a global phenomenon. Held once every four years, this great fair brings together millions of devotees across India and the world into a common belief — attaining salvation, purifying the soul, and being part of something much greater …
Hinduism
Posted: February 1, 2025
The Maha Kumbh Mela commenced on the auspicious day of Paush Purnima, which fell on January 13, 2025, and will continue until February 26, 2025. This year’s Mahakumbh Mela is particularly significant as the rare planetary alignment occurs only once every 144 years. The 2025 Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj is anticipated to be a grand spiritual event, drawing an estimated …
Editorial
Posted: February 1, 2025
Dear Readers, Aruna and I make it a point to visit India almost every year. Most of the time, our trip revolves around attending a family wedding, and nearly always, it is a short visit lasting about three weeks. However, this time, we decided to extend our stay to six weeks and take the opportunity to check off a few …
Parent Coaching
Posted: February 1, 2025
By Dr. Meenakshi Iyer Parenting is both a privilege and a responsibility, involving delicate balances of love, guidance, and discipline. Raising children certainly can never follow some universal manual because every family and child is unique. However, general principles and strategies—the “do’s” and “don’ts”—can help parents navigate this challenging and rewarding journey effectively. Parenting Do’s Show Unconditional Love Love is …
Relationship
Posted: February 1, 2025
The Spiritual Journey of Marriage by Chahna Gupta Marriage is often celebrated as the union of two individuals, but in the Vedic tradition, it goes far beyond companionship and shared responsibilities. It is seen as a sacred journey—a partnership designed to foster self-discovery and fulfill one’s dharma (life purpose). Embracing this perspective elevates a relationship into one of growth, harmony, …
Temple
Posted: February 1, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Indiafest will celebrate its 28th Annual Festival on Saturday, March 8, and Sunday, March 9, in Wickham Park at 2500 Parkway Dr., Melbourne. It’s a fun family event that brings the Indian culture, history and tradition to the Space Coast. Started in 1996, with a curious and humble effort of this ethnic community, today Indiafest is a …
Education
Posted: February 1, 2025
For centuries, the Hindu community has excelled in every field imaginable—medicine, technology, business, academia, and beyond. We have built the most expensive and magnificent temples outside of India, created billion-dollar enterprises, and produced some of the brightest minds shaping the world today. And yet, in a country where Hindus are thriving, one critical foundation is missing—a school that instills pride …
Incredible Indians
Posted: February 1, 2025
By Raj Shah Presented annually on India’s Republic Day,these awards fall into three categories: Padma Vibhushan for extraordinary service, Padma Bhushan for distinguished service of high order, and Padma Shri for notable service in any domain. “India’s President confers the awards during ceremonies held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in March or April. This year, the President has approved 139 awards, including …
Health
Posted: February 1, 2025
We have a problem. Early Indian immigrants to the U.S. are aging. But we’re not ready. The first major wave of Indian immigrants arrived in the 1960s after U.S. immigration laws changed. Now, that generation is in their 80s and 90s, with many more aging parents arriving in subsequent decades. They need culturally relevant care and communities such as home …
Bollywood News
Posted: February 1, 2025
Monalisa Bhosle, a 16-year-old girl from Madhya Pradesh’s Khargone district, has expressed her gratitude as she prepares for her Bollywood debut. The young girl, who became an internet sensation during Mahakumbh 2025, shared her excitement in a video on X, thanking everyone for their support. “I can never forget the love and respect you all have given me,” she said. …
Bollywood News
Posted: February 1, 2025
As February 2025 begins, a fresh array of Bollywood films are set to hit the theaters. From romantic tales to historical epics and thrilling mysteries, this month promises something for everyone. The excitement from January, which saw the releases of “Emergency,” “Fateh,” and “Deva,” is still fresh in the air. “Fateh” introduced newcomers Rasha Thadani and Aaman Devgn, while Shahid …
Community News
Posted: February 1, 2025
Highlighted Events Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh & VHPA Announces 3 Day Hindu Heritage Camp 2025 When: 15, 16 & 17, February, 2025, 12:00 PM Where: Camp Owaissa Bauer 17001 SW 264th Street, Homestead,33031 Contact: Deepika Saxena 305-219-8854 Email: hss.fll.sangam@gmail.com Host: Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh USA Jazim Sharma Live in Concert with Narration by Salim Arif in South Florida When: 02/23/2025, 6:00 PM …
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Bollywood
Kangana Ranaut, known for her versatile and powerful performances, continues to captivate audiences with her diverse roles. With an illustrious career and multiple accolades, including four National Awards, she is now focusing on her upcoming project, The Mountain Story....
Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor recently took to Instagram to share a candid mirror selfie revealing the results of her time in the sun, with her back showing signs of sunburn. The 27-year-old actress, who is in Kochi filming for...
Following the massive success of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Kartik Aaryan’s fans are eagerly anticipating his upcoming projects, particularly a romantic drama directed by Anurag Basu. Announced with much excitement by Basu and T-Series, the film is currently referred to...
Monalisa Bhosle, a 16-year-old girl from Madhya Pradesh’s Khargone district, has expressed her gratitude as she prepares for her Bollywood debut. The young girl, who became an internet sensation during Mahakumbh 2025, shared her excitement in a video on...
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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
Zakir Hussain Allarakha Qureshi, born on March 9, 1951, was not only a tabla player but an icon who transformed the face of Indian classical music. He is the greatest ever tabla player; indeed, his contributions went far beyond...
By Dr. Sunanda Basu In 2013, a little-known research analyst at Morgan Stanley coined the term “Fragile Five” in reference to the emerging market economies of India along with other four countries. As usual the New York Times without...
By Raj Shah On August 15, 2024, India will celebrate its 78th year of independence from the shackles of the British evil empire. This milestone is a testament to the nation’s resilience, determination, and progress. Over the past 78...
India’s journey to the T20 World Cup 2024 final was nothing short of remarkable. Let’s relive their path to glory, one match at a time: Ireland The 2024 T20 World Cup began on a high note for India. Their...
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NRI News
To mark the occasion of Veer Bal Diwas, the Indian Minorities Federation (IMF) held a significant event at the Guru Nanak Darbar Sikh Temple in Dubai, the UAE’s first Sikh Gurudwara. The event honored the enduring sacrifice of the...
The 2025 New Year Honours List, announced by King Charles, honors over 30 professionals of Indian origin for their remarkable contributions to British society in fields such as healthcare, education, academia, sports, and public service. One of the distinguished...
Kartik Bhatt, an influential Indian American community leader, has been appointed as the Deputy Political Director of the Georgia State Chapter of Veterans for America First (VFAF). Jared Craig, President of VFAF Georgia, made the official announcement. Bhatt, a...
US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed several Indian-Americans for prominent roles in his second-term Cabinet, marking a significant step toward increased diversity and representation in the uppermost levels of American governance. These appointments underscore the expanding impact of Indian-American...
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Immigration News
There is a growing number of individuals who have earned, acquired, or inherited substantial wealth and now want to use that wealth towards investing in the United States. One of the best pathways to U.S. Permanent Residence or...
By Attorney Hao Li. Imagine arriving in a new country, filled with hopes and dreams for a brighter future. You work hard, you build a life, and you create opportunities for your family that you may have only once...
Most people already know you cannot legally work in the U.S. without employment authorization. Not all visas allow for the ability to work. After your U.S. Consulate Interview, the officer will usually tell you or often outright warn...
As a U.S. immigration attorney, some types of cases are resolved relatively quickly while others can take years if not decades to complete. How do you account for a client whose matter might not be fully finished until...
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Religion
The Kumbh Mela is not a religious event alone; it represents a journey of faith, unity, and spiritual discovery that has become a global phenomenon. Held once every four years, this great fair brings together millions of devotees across...
Dr. Mohini Shinde Main Temple Total Area: 2.7 Acres Total Built-up Area: 57,400 Sq. ft. Total length of the temple: 360 feet Total width of the temple: 235 feet The total height of the temple including the peak: 161...
By Raj Shah Talking about a film on Swami Vivekananda on his birthday would be not only most appropriate but also symbolic and impactful. Swami ji’s birthday, which falls on January 12, is celebrated as National Youth Day in...
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...
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Health
By Dr. Shomika Basu Yoga, an ancient Hindu practice that originated in India thousands of years ago, has gained immense popularity worldwide as a means to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being. While yoga is well-known for its stress-relief...
By Indranill Basu-Ray In the heart of America, a silent battle rages on. Each year, a staggering 670,000 lives are claimed by coronary heart disease, a stealthy foe often linked to the heart’s cry for more oxygen. In this...
Yoga has been practiced for nearly 5000 years mainly in India but in last few decades it has gained popularity throughout the world as people have discovered the many health benefits of yoga. Yoga which is derived from the...
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....
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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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