Deshvidesh | - Part 890

Hrithik is highest paid Indian star It isn’t official as yet, but Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan has gone beyond any actor’s pricing after signing a deal with Adlabs at a reported price of a whopping Rs.350 million (US$ 7.5 million). Adlabs apparently signed the Krrish …

WHAT IS CHRISTMAS

In Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh, Christians, Muslims, Hindus, and Sikhs practice their religious beliefs. Our languages, foods, and our cultures are somewhat similar to each other. Eid and Diwali were celebrated in October. Now Christmas is coming in December. All these special days are beautiful …

LIFE OF GURU DUTT

Guru Dutt Padukone was born in Mysore in South India on July 9, 1925. He had his early education in Calcutta before doing basic training with dance maestro Uday Shankar after which he joined Prabhat Studios. Guru Dutt Padukone was born in Mysore in South …

DESH-VIDESH : Year in Review

ISSUE – 609 • How to Raise Religious Child Every new generation faces the difficult job of raising its children. Though we may live in a time very different from that of our grandparents, we have the same responsibilities as parents as they did. We …

July 2006

BOLLYWOOD TODAY

“Rang De BAsanti” chosen as Indian nomination for the Oscars! The nation awakens to the film Rang De Basanti ! The superhit film, directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra has been selected as India’s official entry for best foreign language film at the Oscars. In addition …

NRI ACHIVERS – II MIRA NAIR

An Indian lady born in the state of Orissa some time in the late fifties, involved in doing political protest theater in the streets of Delhi in the Seventies – eventually works her way up to the International moviedom and has to her credit, apart …

INDIA – THE EXOTIC TRAVEL DESTINATION!!!

On the north of India, the hugely intimidating yet exhilarating snow capped peaks of Himalayas beckons the adventurous explorer to enjoy the maximum; while on the east, west and southern boundaries of the nation, the cool blue waters of the seas wash down the fatigue …

HOLIDAY SWEETS

Holidays are a time for families and friends to get together and celebrate – this means it’s also time for delicious food! Food is always a part of any festive occasion, and sweets, in particular, are especially fun and tasty. These recipes are not only …