Category Archive for: ‘Get to Know’
The Conscious Parent – – Dr. Shefali Tsabary
About the Author Shefali Tsabary, Ph.D., received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University, New York. Dr. Tsabary was exposed to Eastern philosophy at an early age and integrates its teachings with Western psychology. It is this blend of East and West that allows …
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Third Battle of Panipat
January 14th is the day of Pride for all Hindus all over the world !! The greatest battle recorded in history was Panipat III war on 14th Jan 1761. The Hindus (Maraathaas) fought the war with the Islamic Afghans (Ahmed Shah Abdaali was leading them) …
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The women behind the most powerful man in India
“You may be going to work, hmm?” Gursharan Kaur reminded her husband, Dr. Manmohan Singh, Prime Minister (PM) of India, as guests began to disperse after the private dinner they hosted for American President Barack Obama and wife Michelle on November 7. With a half-smile, …
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The Coming of the Rains
by Aditya Rohit Shah In this wedding special, love, dedication and commitment are dominant themes. This poem written by 17-year-old Aditya Rohit Shah describes the true love of Radha for Lord Krishna, and it is a fitting inclusion for this special. The clouds gather in …
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Bridal Makeup – What not to do
You are the star on your wedding day. Sadly, many girls complain of looking overworked and tired in their wedding pictures due to heavy makeup. Their most precious moment turns into a nightmare. Find a flawless look that suits your style, trousseau and the event. …
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Never ever say never!
Ten years ago, when I first started Bharatanatyam dance lessons with Guru Smt. Harija Sivakumar I would have probably burst into tears at the thought of having an Arangetram. I genuinely abhorred dancing! What eight-year-old would get excited about waking up early on a Sunday …
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Franchising – Most Popular among people from the Indian Subcontinent
Did you know… Franchising has been providing business opportunities for more than 150 years–and is part of this country’s blueprint for growth. From 1974 to 2008, Subway has franchised over 22,200 locations in the U.S. Franchised businesses supply an annual payroll of $278.6 billion–or 5.3% …
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2009 Year in Review
2009 was a very exciting year for Desh-Videsh, and it certainly seems like the year flew by very fast. Thanks to all of readers, we achieved several milestones in pursuing new projects as well as in being able to improve upon current endeavors. Throughout the …
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Are We Ready?
Author by Zach Thirty odd years ago, my mother had this conversation with me when the then 20 year old was about to embark on a flight to the US for higher studies. She asked me when I would be back to settle down, which …
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T-20 World Cup 2009 – A Pakistani Affair
For a nation that is beleaguered with terrorism, violence, corruption and political unrest, what glorious moments of relief, joy and jubilation Younis Khan and his boys gave to the countrymen. Pakistan’s victory at the T20 Cricket World Cup 2009 might not be a solution to …
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