Category Archive for: ‘Raj Shah’
There’s a new kid in town: An AI (Artificial Intelligence) poet.
Users can ask questions or narrate stories using the ChatGPT tool, which Open AI introduced in November 2022. The tool will then react with pertinent, natural-sounding questions and subjects. The user experience is intended to mimic a real conversation and encourage natural interaction with the …
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Gujarat 2022 Election and The People’s Prime Minister
He is at the zenith of power, yet so down to earth. He is synonymous with hope and humanity. The common Indian sees the new sunrise through him. He is none other than Shri Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India. The recent Assembly Elections …
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Editorial January 2023
Dear Reader Let me first and foremost wish you all a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year. Let me use a verse from the Brihadaranyaka Upanishad, one of the most well-known slokas in Hinduism: Om Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah Om, May All be Happy, Sarve Santu …
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Editorial December 2022
Dear Reader It’s that time of year when the days become shorter and the seasons change again. We are reaching the end of the year 2022, so let me take this opportunity to thank the Almighty for a healthy and stress free year in comparison …
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The New Big Fat Indian-American Wedding: How Destination Weddings are Changing the Game by Raj Shah
The traditional Indian-American wedding is known for its grandeur, elaborate rituals, and large guest lists. However, in recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in the way these weddings are being celebrated. More and more couples are opting for destination weddings, where they exchange …
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Editorial December 2023
Dear Readers, In the diverse cultural landscape of the United States, Indian weddings, and specifically Hindu weddings, stand as a vibrant bridge between ancient rituals and contemporary lifestyles. These weddings, rich in symbolic rites and rituals, are not just a celebration of a couple’s love …
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Atlanta Editorial November 2022
Dear Reader First of all, let me thank advertisers, readers and well wishers of Desh -Videsh in the Atlanta area. Because of your support we have been able to launch the Desh-Videsh Atlanta Edition. I also would like to thank all 17,000-plus people who have …
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Dear Reader Every major religion in the world has a tenet around being generous, thankful, kind and hopeful. And these feelings become more prominent at festival time. I love festivals, both my Hindu festivals and non-Hindu festivals. Festivals bring hope, appreciation and kindness. In the …
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Editorial October Atlanta 2022
Dear Reader First, let me wish a Happy Diwali to all of our Hindu, Jain, Sikh, and Buddhist readers and supporters. I would also like to wish all of our Gujarati readers a Happy Hindu New Year! May Lord Rama and Devi Laxmi ji bless …
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What Diwali Means to Me by Raj Shah
About 10 years back, Aruna and I started this tradition at Diwali time that we will do Diwali pooja at our home and invite parents with young children. It had multiple reasons — first and foremost, our kids and grandkids live in California. Obviously, we …
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