Desh-Videsh April 2025
Cover Story
My Soul-Awakening experience
By Raj Shah In March, I had the profound privilege of embarking on a transformative journey that began on an exceptional day—my birthday, March 20. The Brahma Kumaris Center in Miami offered a deeply enriching, in-person course as a unique birthday gift to myself. From the very first session, I felt a powerful connection not only to the teachings but …
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spiritual upliftment
The Power of Peace: Inside the World of the Brahma Kumaris
By Kathleen A. Shea, Ph.D. After 30 years of studying meditation with the Brahma Kumaris, I’ve been asked these questions many times: “Who ARE these people?” “What is their agenda?” “How do they manage to accomplish so much?” “How are they funded?” “Are you in a cult?” To set the context, I am an American, born in the USA, raised …
Guest Editorial
Guest Editorial April 2025
A Salute to Desh-Videsh — Building Bridges Since 1993 Having been a passionate reader and community advocate for many years, I would like to take this opportunity to convey my sincere thanks and warm congratulations to the Desh-Videsh team for their outstanding work since the magazine’s founding in 1993. For over three decades, Desh-Videsh has served as more than just …
Book Review
Book Review : India at $55 Trillion by 2047? An Ambitious but Structured Vision
Book Review: India@100: Envisioning Tomorrow’s Economic Powerhouse by Krishnamurthy Subramanian By Raj Shah Former Chief Economic Adviser to the Prime Minister Modi, Krishnamurthy Subramanian, in his book India@100: Envisioning Tomorrow’s Economic Powerhouse imagines a daring economic future for India: a $55 trillion GDP by 2047, the centennial of India’s independence. With little inflation and minor currency depreciation, his forecast depends …
Education
Essays in the AI Era: Still the Heart of College Admissions
Dr. Patricia Walker, Ph.D Introduction: The Big Question In a world where artificial intelligence is changing the way we work, study, and communicate, students and parents are asking: Do college essays still matter? Given that tools like ChatGPT or Gemini can produce refined writing in only seconds, one could be tempted to believe that essays might be fading away for …
Health
From Namaste to Netflix: Balancing Heritage and Modernity
By Chahna Gupta Being a first generation Indian-American Hindu is kind of an identity crisis in and of itself. It’s so difficult to “code-switch” as they call it, these days. For those of you that are unfamiliar with the meaning of code-switching, it’s when you have to alternate between two different schools of thought depending on the audience and social …
Finance
Index Universal Life (IUL): A Powerful Retirement Income Strategy
By Sunita Sharma When planning for retirement, many people focus on traditional investment vehicles like 401(k)s and IRAs. However, Index Universal Life (IUL) insurance offers a compelling alternative—or complement—to these options. It provides life insurance protection while also offering tax-advantaged growth potential and a source of tax-free income in retirement. This article explores how IUL works, its benefits, and how …
Letters to Editor
Letters to the Editor
A Divine and Logistical Marvel Dear Editor, Thank you for your comprehensive coverage of the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in the February 2025 issue of Desh-Videsh. It is truly awe-inspiring to witness how ancient spirituality meets modern logistics on such a grand scale. The seamless integration of tradition with cutting-edge safety measures and infrastructure upgrades is a testament to India’s …
MUST READ BOOKS
MUST READ BOOKS – April 2025
On Beauty: The Cinema of Sanjay Leela Bhansali by Prathyush Parasuraman What does it mean to be in the presence of beauty? And how can one explore and understand this through the filmography of writer, director, editor, music composer and choreographer Sanjay Leela Bhansali? In this sweeping text, Prathyush Parasuraman walks the reader through the auteur’s films–those hailed, those hauled–like …
Horoscope
Monthly Horoscope
By Pandit Vijayanand Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 19): April energizes your spirit, Aries! The Sun is in your sign until the 19th, putting you in a position of boldness, energy, and unstoppability. It’s a wonderful month for starting new ventures or pursuing personal goals. Mercury’s retrograde might stir communication mishaps, so double-check messages and plans. Mid-month brings clarity in …
Bollywood News
Kapil Sharma Unveils Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 First Look
Kapil Sharma made Eid extra special for his fans by unveiling the first look of his much-awaited comedy sequel, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2. Kapil, who made his Bollywood debut with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon in 2015, is set to return with the sequel. On March 31, 2025, he took to Instagram to share a poster from the film. Dressed …
Community News
Community News April 2025
Highlighted Events Florida South Florida International Yoga Day 2025 When: 06/21/2025 Where: Miami Fair Expo 10901 SW 24th St, Miami,33165 Contact: 954-562-9375 Email: jag@namaskarfoundation.org Host: Namaskar Foundation Colorfest Miami 25 When: 04/19/2025 Where: Haulover Park 10800 Collins Ave,, Fort Lauderdale,33154 Contact: 347-727-8692 Email: haridas.pike@gmail.com Host: Sacred Vedic Arts Celestial Dance of India When: 04/05/2025 , 6 pm to 9 pm …
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