Desh Videsh November 2018
Desh Videsh – Cover Story
The Palatial Lavishness That is Called India
The Palatial Lavishness That is Called India When it comes to lavishness, the palaces in India are second to none. Historically, the country was once divided into many princely states, ruled by princes who rarely stinted when it came to self-aggrandizement. The stories about their immense wealth, which included fabulous collections of gems and other expensive items, and their lavish …
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Travel
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India Many of us associate nations with particular landmarks, even without knowing about its culture or history. When one thinks of India, a great many sites come to mind – majestic palaces, vast landscapes, towering mountains, and more. Cultural, historic, and natural landmarks drive the tourism economy in many nations and with good reason. …
Travel
Exploring India: Following the Path Less Traveled
Exploring India: Following the Path Less Traveled Many visitors, when they first come to India, have a specific itinerary that often includes the larger cities and the famous landmarks in them. They take a few official tours, venture out of their hotel to “get the local color,” and then they return home to tell their friends that they “saw India.” …
Travel
About India: Quotes from the Well Known from Around the World
About India: Quotes from the Well Known from Around the World “This is indeed India! …… The land of dreams and romance, of fabulous wealth and fabulous poverty, of splendour and rags, of palaces and hovels, of famine and pestilence, of genii and giants and Aladdin lamps, of tigers and elephants, the cobra and the jungle, the country of hundred …
Hinduism
Let Us Be Hindus
Let Us Be Hindus By Swami Chinmayanandaji It has become a new fashion with the educated Hindu to turn up his nose and sneer in contempt at the very mention of his religion in any discussion. Personally, I too belong in my sympathies to these critics of our religion. But when this thoughtless team begins to declare that we would …
India News
The Statue of Unity: Dedicated to Sardar Patel
The Statue of Unity: Dedicated to Sardar Patel The Honorable Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, unveiled the Statue of Unity, a monument dedicated to Indian Independence Movement leader Vallabhbhai Patel on his birthday, October 31, 2018. Vallabhbhai Patel, popularly known as Sardar Patel, was the first Deputy Prime Minister of India. Patel was an Indian barrister and statesman, senior …
Fashion
The Devam Experience
By Devika Jhaveri The love affair between a woman and her saris is unmatched. What the Western world perceives as a long piece of fabric is in reality a six-yard garment whose every fold, drape, and tuck can transform a woman into any facet of her being. Poised at the top of this hierarchy is the handloom-woven sari. These luxury …
Recipes
Easy and Delicious Diwali Sweets
Diwali is time for celebration, and no celebration is complete with delicious treats! While fried, sugar laden mitai are favored during the festival season, some healthier options are available – and no less tasty! Try these recipes and share with friends and neighbors. No one can resist a delectable mitai given with love and the spirit of finding in good …
Financial Planning
Crypto-What??
Crypto-What?? By Nirali Chokshi Bitcoin, Ripple, Ethereum, Litecoin – what do they have in common? These are all types of different cryptocurrencies. You’ve heard a lot of these words in the news, articles, or amongst friends, but is this something you should get into? Should you buy/invest in them? That’s really for you to decide, but first you should understand …
Desi TV
Desi TV News
Anushka Sharma Ventures into Production of Web Series Actress Anushka Sharma and her brother Karnesh Sharma will be producing their first web series with Amazon Prime. The upcoming series is a police drama and is to be written by scriptwriter Sudeep Sharma, with whom Anushka Sharma has already worked on NH10, a film that her company produced earlier. Sudeep Sharma …
Bollywood News
Bollywood News
Sui Dhaaga Embroiders on the Make in India Campaign Sui Dhaaga, directed by Sharat Katariya for Yash Raj Films, is a bitter-sweet story of human aspirations and perseverance in small-town India. Taking the Indian government’s ‘Make in India’ campaign as a theme, the film shows us how an awakened pride, self-reliance, and hard work can conquer the odds and turn …
Must Read Books
Must Read Books
Mighty Maharajas: Forts & Palaces of India by Amita Baig (Author), Joginder Singh (Photographer)The Indian subcontinent offers a fascinating collection of historic forts and royal palaces waiting to be explored. Mighty Maharajas: Forts and Palaces of India brings together a unique architectural legacy—from ancient forts mentioned in Hindu epics to strongholds built by succession of rulers, arranged geographically within a …
Community News
Community News
FloridaOrlando Diwali Ball When: 11/3/2018, 8:00 PM Where: Rosen Centre 9840 International Dr., Orlando,32819Contact: Vishal 863-529-6646 Host: Sindhi Society of Central Florida Diwali CelebrationWhen: 11/4/2018, 4:30 PMWhere: The Morrow Center1180 Southlake Circle Suite 100, Morrow,30260Contact: Nishaben Patel 678-643-9608Host: Charotar Moti Satravis Patidar Bhavin Shastri live in ConcertWhen: 11/9/2018, 8:00 PM Where: Jewish Community Center11184 South Apopka Vineland Road, Orlando,32836Contact: Krish …
Editorial
Editorial
Dear Readers, Incredible India! What do I say about my Matrubhoomi ( Motherland ) in one page. Living here in the US, my Karma Bhoomi for the last 48 years, I do not forget my Mathrubhumi India even for a minute.When I sleep, usually I do not dream, but when I do, it is only about my childhood and adult …
