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Desh-Videsh August 2025
Cover Story
Sacred Giving: How Indian-Americans Blend Dharma with Philanthropy
By Raj Shah Long before organized philanthropy became a global phenomenon, the act of giving—dāna (donation) and seva (selfless service)—was enshrined in the spiritual DNA of Indian civilization. These principles, central to Hindu philosophy and deeply embedded in ancient Hindu scriptures, continue to shape the worldview and values of Indian-Americans today, especially as they rise to prominence in business, technology, …
Digital Magazine
Philanthropy
Atal & Shaili Bansal: A Tech Power Couple and Quiet Force in Community Philanthropy
By Raj Shah Atal Bansal, Founder and CEO of Chetu Inc., is not only a dynamic tech entrepreneur, but also a committed philanthropist whose leadership has made lasting impact both locally and globally. Equally influential, though with a quieter public profile, is his wife and partner in philanthropy—Shaili Bansal, Executive Director and co‑founder of the Chetu Foundation. Together, the Bansals …
Editorial
Editorial August 2025
Dear Readers, Why I’m Losing Faith in Trump As someone who voted for Donald Trump three times, I believed I was supporting a bold leader who would put America first, shake up the status quo, and bring long-overdue clarity and strength to U.S. foreign policy. I appreciated his tough stance on China, his willingness to confront global hypocrisy, and his …
India News
India@78: Celebrating Freedom, Identity, and Global Leadership
On August 15, 2025, as India, a land of ancient civilization and diverse cultures, marks its 78th year of independence, Indians across the world—including the more than 5 million-strong Indian-American community—pause to honor the courage, vision, and resilience of the freedom fighters who broke the chains of colonialism in 1947. But Independence Day is more than a remembrance of struggle. …
Health
Okasātmyam: Getting Used to What’s Not Good for Us
By Chahna Gupta Whenever I think about “back in the day,” I picture our ancestors working together to keep their communities alive — gathering fruit and crops, building fires, meditating, learning the land, caring for each other. Life was simpler (minus the occasional wild animal attack). Even medicine was simpler. People used their environment and lifestyle to heal themselves — …
Hinduism
Rema’s Ramblings – A Timeless Lesson in Leadership from the Bhagavad Gita
A few years ago, I attended an intensive week-long leadership training program which focused on over 20 core leadership principles and how every leader must understand and implement them. One of the leadership principles taught in this program was “Release the Outcome”. Simply put, this principle told us that good leaders must make decisions based on doing the right thing …
Must Read Books
Must Read Books – Learning Hinduism
Learning Hinduism: A Step-by-Step Guide for the New Generation By Raj Shah Discover Hinduism with Joy, Pride, and Purpose! A Joyful Journey Through Hinduism—For Children Ages 6 to 13 As Hindu parents and grandparents raising children in America, we often ask: How can we pass on the wisdom of Sanatan Dharma to the next generation? We want our children to …
NRI News
Indian-American Shailesh Jejurikar Named P&G CEO
India-born business leader Shailesh Jejurikar is set to take over as Chief Executive Officer of Procter & Gamble (P&G), a leading American consumer goods company, starting January 1, 2026. The announcement has drawn praise from across the business community, including from Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra, who highlighted Jejurikar’s rise as a significant milestone for Indian-American professionals globally. Anand Mahindra …
Monthly Horoscope
Monthly Horoscope August 2025
By Michelle Sareen, a.k.a. Devika Meera The following horoscopes are given based on traditional Vedic sign calculations and not the Western sun-sign. These should be read according to your rising sign (Lagna) or Moon sign in the Vedic Sidereal Zodiac. Aries: If your heart and karmic actions are in the right place, Aries, unexpected blessings of prosperity will come during …
Bollywood News
Mahesh Bhatt Calls Alia Bhatt Self-Made Star
Veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt recently spoke candidly about the ongoing nepotism debate in Bollywood and reflected on his daughter Alia Bhatt’s rise to stardom. In a conversation on The Himanshu Mehta Show, Bhatt emphasized that Alia carved her own path, describing her as “self-made.” He clarified that he had no part in launching her film career, noting that it was …
NRI News
Aravind Srinivas Drives AI Shift With Perplexity
Aravind Srinivas has become a widely recognized figure in the world of artificial intelligence, especially after securing a major partnership between Perplexity AI and telecom giant Bharti Airtel. The deal, which grants 360 million Airtel users free access to Perplexity Pro for a year, has pushed the innovative AI search engine into the spotlight. But Srinivas’ rise goes far beyond …
Community News
Community News August 2025
Highlighted Events Independence Day 2025! When: 08/17/2025, 11:30 AM Where: Broward Center for the Performing Arts 201 SW 5th Ave, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 Contact: Alefiya 954-648-0133 Email: aia.sflorida@gmail.com Host: The Association of Indians in America (Florida Chpater) Krishnayan – Nritya Natika When: 10/04/2025 Where: The Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr Blvd, Davie,33314 Contact: …
Past Issue
Desh-Videsh Special Editions
Bollywood
Ananya Panday Taj Visit and Film Tease Shine August 6, 2025 - Bollywood actress Ananya Panday soaked in the magic of Agra as she stepped into full tourist mode during her… ...
Deepika, Zoya Among 90 Women Changing Global Culture July 30, 2025 - Global recognition continues to follow Indian talent as Deepika Padukone and filmmaker Zoya Akhtar have been named among 90 women… ...
Mahesh Bhatt Calls Alia Bhatt Self-Made Star July 30, 2025 - Veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt recently spoke candidly about the ongoing nepotism debate in Bollywood and reflected on his daughter Alia… ...
Pawan Kalyan Chooses Kangana Over Bollywood Stars July 30, 2025 - 'iTelugu superstar and Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Pawan Kalyan, has publicly expressed admiration for Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut.… ...Desi TV
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah to celebrate with Chhello Show director November 9, 2022 - Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is going to have a special show with director Pan Nalin and child artist Bhavin… ...
Ekta Kapoor slammed by the Supreme Court for polluting the minds of young generation November 9, 2022 - The Supreme Court of India has highly criticized Ekta Kapoor for the objectionable content in her web series XXX currently… ...
“You’re Iron Man” says her son to Shefali Shah after Delhi Crime 2 November 9, 2022 - Shefali Shah is a powerhouse of talent which is evident from the variety of characters she has played effortlessly. Recently,… ...
Neha Kakkar breaks down in tears at Indian Idol 13. November 9, 2022 - It was truly a moment of joy and achievement for singer Neha Kakkar when she heard superstar Govinda say that… ...India News
India@78: Celebrating Freedom, Identity, and Global Leadership July 30, 2025 - On August 15, 2025, as India, a land of ancient civilization and diverse cultures, marks its 78th year of independence,… ...
Hindu Americans Rally for Justice in Miami After Pahalgam Terror Attack By Raj Shah May 6, 2025 - On May 4, 2025, over 100 Hindu Americans gathered at Bayfront Park in Miami, Florida, to peacefully protest the brutal… ...
A Tribute to Ustad Zakir Hussain: 73 Years of Legacy in Tabla December 27, 2024 - Zakir Hussain Allarakha Qureshi, born on March 9, 1951, was not only a tabla player but an icon who transformed… ...
India’s Economic Journey: “Fragile Five” to “World’s Fastest Growing Economy” July 31, 2024 - By Dr. Sunanda Basu In 2013, a little-known research analyst at Morgan Stanley coined the term “Fragile Five” in reference… ...NRI News
Aravind Srinivas Drives AI Shift With Perplexity July 31, 2025 - Aravind Srinivas has become a widely recognized figure in the world of artificial intelligence, especially after securing a major partnership… ...
Indian-American Shailesh Jejurikar Named P&G CEO July 31, 2025 - India-born business leader Shailesh Jejurikar is set to take over as Chief Executive Officer of Procter & Gamble (P&G), a… ...
Indian Jahnavi Dangeti joins US Titan Space as candidate July 31, 2025 - Jahnavi Dangeti, a student from Lovely Professional University (LPU), is set to participate as an astronaut candidate in Titan Space… ...
Indian-American Doctors Unite at AAPI’s 43rd Meet July 31, 2025 - Over a thousand Indian-American medical professionals gathered in Cincinnati, Ohio, from July 24 to 27, 2025, for the 43rd Annual… ...Immigration News
Investing in the United States. EB-5s and E-2s December 27, 2024 - There is a growing number of individuals who have earned, acquired, or inherited substantial wealth and now want to use… ...
Estate Planning for Immigrant Communities in Florida: Protecting Your Assets and Ensuring Peace of Mind November 27, 2024 - By Attorney Hao Li. Imagine arriving in a new country, filled with hopes and dreams for a brighter future. You… ...
What happens if you work in the U.S. without work authorization? October 29, 2024 - Most people already know you cannot legally work in the U.S. without employment authorization. Not all visas allow for the… ...
Why should attorneys and other professionals have a succession plan? August 21, 2024 - As a U.S. immigration attorney, some types of cases are resolved relatively quickly while others can take years if not… ...Religion
The Kumbh Mela: A Journey of Faith, Unity, and Discovery February 1, 2025 - The Kumbh Mela is not a religious event alone; it… ...
History in Making: The Grand Inauguration of Ram Mandir December 26, 2023 - Dr. Mohini Shinde Main Temple Total Area: 2.7 Acres Total… ...
1893: Year of the Yogi: a film on Swami Vivekananda’s arrival in America that introduced yoga and Indian spirituality December 21, 2023 - By Raj Shah Talking about a film on Swami Vivekananda… ...
Poetry Contest : Prime Minister Modi May 1, 2023 - Some of you may know that Aruna and I visited… ...Health
Step by Step to Wellness: How 7,000 Daily Steps Cut Major Health Risks July 30, 2025 - By Dr. Kavita Reddy Are 7,000 Steps a Day Enough to See Health Benefits? Do we really need to hit… ...
Dancing with Māyā: Why Beer Yoga Doesn’t Offend Me July 1, 2025 - By Chahna Gupta In the world of yoga, few things stir controversy like the words “beer yoga” or “puppy yoga.”… ...
Food as Medicine: The Ayurvedic Way to Nourish, Heal, and Thrive April 29, 2025 - By Dr. Anjali Agarwal “When the diet is wrong, medicine is of no use. When diet is correct, medicine is… ...
My Soul-Awakening experience April 1, 2025 - By Raj Shah In March, I had the profound privilege of embarking on a transformative journey that began on an… ...Sports
Youth Cricket in South Florida June 30, 2022 - Imagine yourself living somewhere amidst the culturally diverse yet closely knit tri-county of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach, in the… ...
The International Cricket Council (ICC) Board and Committee meetings have concluded following a series of virtual conference calls April 3, 2021 - Decisions taken by the ICC Board include: Cricket The ICC Cricket Committee, led by former Indian captain Anil Kumble, considered… ...
The Ross Brawn Column – Bahrain Grand Prix Edition April 3, 2021 - Formula 1 was treated to an epic race to raise the curtain for the 2021 season, with Max Verstappen and… ...
Conway attains career-best fourth place in MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Player Rankings April 3, 2021 - New Zealand batsman Devon Conway has attained a career-best fourth position in the MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Player Rankings,… ...
