September 2024

Desh-Videsh September 2024

Cover Story

Indian wedding couple Shipra and Abhishek

Shipra and Abhishek

Shipra Arjun and Abhishek Parekh’s wedding was a celebration steeped in love, adventure, and the beauty of shared experiences. Their journey began on a crisp autumn evening at Stony Brook University, where a chance meeting during a dance practice ignited the spark between them. Abhishek was immediately captivated by Shipra, and what started as a simple hello soon blossomed into …

Digital Magazine

September 2024
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Ritika and Parul

Indian wedding couple Ritika and Parul

Ritika and Parul

Ritika Aggarwal and Parul Kumar celebrated their wedding on December 5, 2023, at the Hard Rock Punta Cana Resort and Spa in the Dominican Republic, with 225 guests witnessing their extraordinary event. Ritika and Parul’s story began in 2014 while studying abroad in Aruba. They officially started dating on November 11, 2014. Their engagement was as memorable as their romance. …

EDITORIAL

Raj Shah-Managing Editor of Desh-Videsh Media Group

Editorial September 2024

Dear Readers, Celebrating the Essence of Indian Weddings: Balancing Tradition and Innovation As summer comes to an end and kids prepare to go back to school, a sense of new beginnings is in the air. For many, the change in seasons marks a time of reflection and planning. Newly engaged couples are particularly excited, with many looking forward to planning …

Stephanie and Devendra

Indian wedding couple Stephanie and Devendra

Stephanie and Devendra

Stephanie Motilall and Devendra Heman’s journey from childhood friends to life partners is a testament to enduring love. Their story began in 2002 when Stephanie’s family moved to West Palm Beach, Florida, and they joined a local Hindu Mandir where Devendra’s mother was involved. Growing up together, they performed at religious events and dance shows. Their paths crossed again at …

Risha and Mike

Indian wedding couple Risha and Mike

Risha and Mike

Risha Kohli and Michael Koval celebrated their love on April 6, 2024, at the Loews Hotel Millennium Ballroom in Philadelphia, PA, with 260 guests joining the celebration. Risha, a marketing professional, and Michael, a finance expert, first met on the dating app Hinge in 2021. Despite the pandemic, their initial meeting at Harpers Garden felt effortlessly natural. By their third …

Memorable Wedding Moments

Memorable Wedding Moments

Memorable Wedding Moments Bursting with vivid and bold hues, opulent décor and intricate but elegant designs very well describe Indian weddings. Also known as Shaadi or Shadi, Indian weddings are best known for their grandeur, traditions, grace, colors and almost carnival-type celebration. Unique photographs taken at an Indian weddings are made up of warm glances, shared laughter, loving stares, bold …

Decorations at Indian Weddings

Vibrant and Colorful Decorations at Indian Weddings

Vibrant and Colorful Decorations at Indian Weddings   Indian weddings are known for their vibrant and colorful decorations, transforming venues into breathtaking displays of culture and tradition. A riot of colors, featuring shades of red, gold, orange, pink, and marigold, often adorns the setting. Intricate floral arrangements are a hallmark, with fresh flowers like marigolds, roses, and jasmine hanging in …

Immigration

Stressful Men

Why should attorneys and other professionals have a succession plan?

As a U.S. immigration attorney, some types of cases are resolved relatively quickly while others can take years if not decades to complete.   How do you account for a client whose matter might not be fully finished until 20 years from now?     How do you keep accurate records, case management, communication?   What do you do if …