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Two of Bollywoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most beloved actors, Rishi Kapoor and Irrfan Khan, died within a day of each other, both leaving behind a memorable cinematic work and millions of grieving fans all over the world. The sudden demise of these legends was perhaps not unpredictable. Both actors have been suffering from deadly diseases of cancer since the last two years.

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Two of Bollywood’s most beloved actors, Rishi Kapoor and Irrfan Khan, died within a day of each other, both leaving behind a memorable cinematic work and millions of grieving fans all over the world. The sudden demise of these legends was perhaps not unpredictable. Both actors have been suffering from deadly diseases of cancer since the last two years. If we were not in a crippling coronavirus lockdown, the funerals for these two Bollywood’s most-admired actors would mean thousands of fans coming together to bid them goodbye. Instead, their ceremonies were held in the presence of a handful of family and friends. Let’s take a closer look into the lives of these two incredible actors.

Irrfan Khan: A Powerhouse of Talent Irrfan Khan, a trained stage actor, began his career in television and moved over to the big screen in Bollywood. Khan later moved on to star in well known British and American films. Khan’s career spanned over 30 years and earned him numerous awards, including a National Film Award, Asian Film Award, and four Filmfare Awards. In 2011, he was awarded the Padma Shri, India’s fourth highest civilian honor. Khan made his film debut with a small role in Salaam Bombay!. After starring in the British film The Warrior, he had his breakthrough with a starring role as a n intensely tormented lover in Maqbool, an adaptation of Macbeth. The western world first became enamoured with Khan as a talented actor in the film Slumdog Millionaire. He went on to star in other Hollywood films including The Amazing Spider-Man, Life of Pi, Jurassic World, and Inferno. Khan went on to gain popularity for his roles as a gentle immigrant in Mira Nair’s The Namesake, Life in a... Metro, and Paan Singh Tomar. For acting the title character in the last of these, Khan won the National Film Award for Best Actor. His highestgrossing Hindi film release came with the comedy-drama Hindi Medium, which won him the Filmfare Award for Best Actor, and his final film appearance was in its sequel Angrezi Medium. In March 2018, Khan shared that he was battling a rare endocrine neuroendocrine tumor. He is survived by his wife and two children.

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Rishi Kapoor: From Boyish Charm to Masterful Maturity “Acting was in my blood and there was simply no escaping it,” Kapoor wrote in his memoir Khullam Khulla: Rishi Kapoor Uncensored. Rishi Kapoor was a third-generation actor from the Bollywood legendary Kapoor Family. His grandfather Prithiviraj Kapoor and father Raj Kapoor were incredible actors of their time. In 1955 when Rishi Kapoor was around the age of three, his first on-screen appearance was a cameo in his father Raj Kapoor’s film Shree 420, where he appeared in the musical sequence of “Pyar Hua, Iqrar Hua Hai.” In 1970 in Raj Kapoor’s film “Mera Naam Joker,” Rishi Kapoor received the National Award in which Rishi played a young version of the lead character. Rishi’s real success came when he played a teenage romantic hero with Dimple Kapadia in the 1973 film Bobby. The charming romantic boy of the 70s and 80s went on to become one of the most loved heartthrob actors of his time and appeared in some Bollywood’s blockbusters such as Amar Akbar Anthony and Chandni. However, it was Rishi’s brilliant performances in the latter half of his career that remain branded in the memories of audiences everywhere. His irascible yet cute portrayal of a septuagenarian in Kapoor and Sons and his hard hitting performance as a mafia king Dawood Ibrahim in D Day will always be remembered. Equally brilliant is his portrayal of a religious and righteous man in Mulk. Altogether Kapoor acted in over 100 movies in a career spanning more than 40 years. In his last tweet on April 2, 2020, he appealed to people to respect the work frontline health workers were doing. “We have to win this Coronavirus w a r together,“ Kapoor wrote. Rishi Kapoor is survived by his wife (industry veteran Neetu Singh) and his children superstar Ranbir Kapoor and daughter Riddhima Kapoor Sahani.

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In Memoriam by Amitabh Bachchan A Tribute to Rishi Kapoor I had seen him at his home Deonar Cottage, Chembur , a young energetic, bubbly , mischief in his eyes Chintu , on those rare moments when I was privileged to have been invited to an evening at Raj ji’s house.. I would see him more often after, at RK Studios, when he trained as an actor for his film to be made, BOBBY .. a diligent enthusiastic youngster, ready to pounce onto every learning that came his way, in that famous large and legendary makeup room, of Raj ji at the end of the first floor corridor of makeup rooms .. He had a walk that was confident and determined .. a stride and style that was similar to that of his grandfather, the legendary Prithvi Raj ji .. a walk I had noticed in one of his earlier films .. that walk .. I never found it in any other .. We worked in several films together .. When he spoke his lines, you believed every word of it .. there was never an alternative .. its genuineness was beyond question .. And there has never been any other, that could lip sync a song as perfectly as he would .. never .. His playful attitude on set was infectious .. even in the most grave sequences he would discover that comedic spark and we would all just crack up .. !! Not just on set .. if you were with him at any formal event , he would find that little distractive

light hearted gem to expand on and lighten the situation .. When there was a time lapse as the shot got readied during a shoot , he would bring out his playing cards , or at times pull out his rather complicated Bagatelle board and invite others to play .. a competition .. not just for fun .. a serious competition .. During his time of diagnosis and his treatment he never ever lamented his condition .. it was always .. ‘see you soon , just a routine visit to the Hospital .. I’ll be back shortly ‘ Joie de vivre .. the exuberant enjoyment of life , was a gene he inherited from his father .. the Legend, the Ultimate Showman, the Iconic Raj Kapoor .. I never visited him in Hospital .. I never wanted to see distress on his smiling cherubic face .. But I am certain .. when he went , he must have gone with a gentle smile …

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The Top Books

rom the ancient Vedas written over 10,000 years ago to books written by world renowned Hindu and Non-Hindu writers in modern times on Hinduism, they have found a top spot in the literary world. India has been the birthplace of some of the most prolific

and talented writers. Be it the ancient Ramayan and Mahabharat author Ved Vyas, spiritual leader Swami Vivekanad, or religious-fiction writer Amish Tripathi, each has made their mark in the literary history of Hinduism. By no means does the list of writers and their books on Hinduism end here, it is just a glimpse into the varied talent that exists and especially when we look beyond famous writers on Hinduism born in India. Hinduism, whose roots have been in existence over 10,000 years ago, has inspired several writers from all over the world and given us books such as The Holy Geeta by Swami

Chinmayananda, How to Know God by Swami Prabhavananda and Christopher Isherwood, Elements of Hindu Devotion by Stephen P. Huyler, A Survey of Hinduism by Klaus K. Klostermaier, Autobiography Of A Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda, American Veda by Philip Goldberg, The Hindu Mind By Bansi Pandit, Am I a Hindu? by Ed Viswanathan, The Bhagavad Gita by Eknath Easwaran, and so many more. Read on to learn more about the books that have enjoyed a wide readership and, in some cases, have exerted a lasting influence on the minds of people, both Hindus and nonHindus. MAY 2020 - WWW.DESHVIDESH.COM

on Hinduism

India has been the birthplace of some of the most prolific and talented writers. Be it the ancient Ramayan and Mahabharat author Ved Vyas, spiritual leader Swami Vivekanad, or religious-fiction writer Amish Tripathi, each has made their mark in the literary history of Hinduism.

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Autobiography of a Yogi Paramahansa Yogananda

Am I a Hindu? The Hinduism Primer by Ed Viswanathan

Paramahansa Yogananda was the first major Indian teacher to settle down in the West. He spent the last thirty-two years of his life in the United States, travelling incessantly, holding forth to packed audiences, and launching a spiritual revolution with his hugely acclaimed Autobiography of a Yogi. The book, which was first published in 1946, became an international bestseller, and has been translated into more than a dozen languages.

Am I a Hindu? The Hinduism Primer by Ed Viswanathan provides a novel approach to a potentially complex subject. The book is in the form of a dialogue between a Hindu father and his Americanborn Hindu teenage son, who lives in New York. The boy is confused about his Hindu identity, and seeks clarifications from his father in a series of questions. Why, for instance, do Hindus worship a plethora of Gods? Or why, for that matter, do Hindu women wear dots on their forehead? The book not only serves as a good introduction to Hinduism for those who are unacquainted with the faith, but also provides useful insights to practicing Hindus.

Ramayana and Mahabharata by C. Rajagopalachari No two literary compositions have been closer to the heart of the Indian people than Valmiki’s Ramayana and Vyasa’s Mahabharata. Their deep impact on Indian culture in general and Hindu culture in particular is unknown to no one. However, as books, they are difficult to read in their original form. For one thing, they are in Sanskrit, which is beyond the understanding of most Indians today. For another, their voluminous sizes can act as dampers – the original Ramayana comprises no fewer than 24,000 couplets, but is far surpassed by the 100,00 verses of the Mahabharata, which is the longest epic poem ever written in any language. Therefore, it was with a sense of mission that India’s first Governor-General, the learned C. Rajagopalachari or ‘Rajaji’ set about retelling these ancient epics in English. As of 2019, his English rendition of the two epics, which he considered his greatest service to his countrymen, had each sold over two million copies. 24

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American Veda by Philip Goldberg There are presently said to be fifteen million American practitioners of yoga and meditation, and words like mantra and karma have become part and parcel of everyday English usage. Philip Goldberg’s American Veda: From Emerson and the Beatles to Yoga and Meditation traces in thorough detail the fascinating history of this development, and showcases how, both subtly and in more obvious ways, Hindu spiritual thought has left its abiding mark on American culture and its way of life.

The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna by Swami Nikhilananda

The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna is Swami Nikhilananda’s English translation – made with the help of Margaret Woodrow Wilson, daughter of American President Woodrow Wilson – of the famous Bengali religious text “Sri Sri Ramakrishna Kathamrita.” It records the conversations of the 19th century Hindu saint Ramakrishna – the guru of Swami Vivekananda – with his disciples and devotees. American scholars convened by the publishing giant Harper Collins voted the book as one of the “100 most important spiritual books of the 20th century,” and Aldous Huxley drew a comparison between it and James Boswell’s “Life of Samuel Johnson.”

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The Philosophy of Hinduism by Sarvepelli Radhakrishnan Sarvepelli Radhakrishnan, India’s second President, whose birthday is celebrated in India as Teacher’s Day, was an internationally distinguished scholar of comparative religion and philosophy, and the first Indian to hold a professorial chair at the University of Oxford. He is considered a bridge-builder between East and West. In The Philosophy of Hinduism, he explains how, unlike other religions, Hinduism is a continual process rather than a fixed revelation, and compares it to Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism, observing that they all shared the same goal – the attainment of the universal self.

Darsan: Seeing the Divine Image in India by Diana L. Eck ‘Darshan’ is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘darsana’ and means ‘vision,’ ‘appearance,’ or ‘sight.’ In Hinduism, ‘darshan’ enjoys a special connotation, as it is believed that the very act of looking reverentially at the image of a deity, holy person, or sacred object confers divine blessings on a person. Diana L. Eck is Professor of Comparative Religion and Indian Studies at Harvard University, and her book Darsan: Seeing the Divine Image in India emphasizes the importance of visuals in Hindu culture, and how this merges with the elements of performance and sound to create the experience of the divine. It also looks into how the images of the gods are made and consecrated, the rituals that surround them, and the temples they are lodged in. MAY 2020 - WWW.DESHVIDESH.COM

Dancing with Siva by Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami

The Holy Geeta by Swami Chinmayananda Saraswati

The 1008-page, colorfully illustrated Dancing with Siva: Hinduism’s Contemporary Catechism by the remarkable Saivite leader and founder of Hinduism Today magazine Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami, who was born Robert Hansen in California in the United States in 1927 and was later initiated into sannyasa in Jaffna by the iconic Sri Lankan mystic Jnanguru Yogaswami, is an impressive piece of work that is informative and devotional in equal measure, and projects Hinduism in all its breadth of vision and diversity.

Swami Chinmayananda Saraswati, Hindu spiritual leader and founder of the global nonprofit organization the Chinmaya Mission, was a visiting professor of Indian philosophy in numerous Asian and American universities, and authored several books, among which is The Holy Geeta, where the slokas of the holy text are reproduced both in Hindi and English, and supplemented by the Swami’s own enlightening commentaries. Though this book has gained wide popularity, it is not meant for casual reading, but is one that, to use Francis Bacon’s famous words, needs to be “chewed and digested.”

Meeting God – Elements of Hindu Devotion by Stephen Huyler For an introduction to contemporary Hinduism, few books can rival the merits of photographer-art historian-anthropologist and India-lover Stephen Huyler’s Meeting God – Elements of Hindu Devotion. Written in compelling and lucid prose, the book centers on the richness and diversity of Hindu devotional practices, and is replete with arresting photographs of spiritual India. So pleasing is the book to the eye that Deepak Chopra has described it as “a full color tour of India.”

A Survey of Hinduism by Klaus K. Klostermaier Klaus K. Klostermaier is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Religion at the University of Manitoba, Canada. The first edition of his book A Survey of Hinduism came out in 1989 and made a mark with its balanced, well-researched, and comprehensive presentation of Hinduism – so much so that, though it mainly targeted the general reader, it became popular among specialists as well. The expanded third edition of the book is an even more valuable read by virtue of its inclusion of new chapters that discuss the religion’s origins, the way it measures time, and the history of its relations with Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam.

Globalization, the current environmental crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic calls for human beings to act in unison and in a spirit of brotherhood, irrespective of their caste, creed, color, or race. Throughout the ages, the highest Hindu thinkers have emphasized the unity of mankind and the need to respect all forms of life. “All life is sacred, and special to God,” declares Lord Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita. “I look upon all creatures equally; none are less or more dear to me,” Never before has this message been more relevant than it is today. 28

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The first episode aired on April 18, 2020, and was a big success. Two additional episodes aired on April 25, 2020 and May 2, 2020. Music lovers from all over the world enjoyed these performances and suggested a series devoted to carnatic music. So on April 30, 2020, Sa Ni Dha Pa Carnatic Live launched.

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Raj Shah Producer/CEO of Desh Videsh Media Group Sanjay learnt Carnatic music from gurus Late Shri K. Shivakumar and Late Smt. T.R. Balamani and Hindustani music from guru Shri T.K. Patnaik in Mumbai, India. He has given many solo concerts in India as well as in the US and has accompanied eminent musicians such as T.V. Sankaranarayanan, Chitraveena Ravikiran and Bombay Jayashree. In addition, he has performed in several Jugalbandhi concerts with renowned instrumentalists such as Ronu Majumdar and Kedar Naphade. He has won the prestigious Sangeet Natak Academy award for the most promising violinist under the age of 21 as well as the music scholarship from CCRT, a Government of India entity. In addition, Sanjay extensively performs an original blend of Indian classical music with contemporary jazz, Celtic, Middle Eastern and African music and has performed in 34

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A software engineer by profession, Indian culture enthusiast, ardent promoter of Hinduism, and a cancer survivor, Raj Shah is a managing editor of Desh-Videsh magazine and co-founder of Desh Videsh Media Group. Promoting the rich culture and heritage of India and Hinduism has been his motto ever since he arrived in the US. At 74, Raj thinks his second innings have just begun and during this time is getting involved in a community project in which helping members with their needs is his primary focus. In 2019, he organized an interdisciplinary

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tabla beginning the young percussionist’s musical journey. While he began his musical journey studying classical Indian music, Bhandari began exploring Western styles, including Jazz and World music, in his teens and during his college years at Miami Dade College (MDC). From Bollywood to Ghazal, Bengali and Punjabi geet to World music and Jazz, Bhandari enjoys learning and experimenting.

Souryadeep Bhattacharyya Sarod - Hindustani Classical/ Semi-Classical

for the Best Instrumental Performer” by the Dover Lane Music Conference, among others. He is a B-High Grade permanent artist affiliated with All India Radio and is also an IndianRaga Senior Fellow, Creative Director, and Judge. Souryadeep has performed in many prestigious concerts nationally and internationally that have been highly acclaimed by audiences and critics alike, including at the Lincoln Center in New York City and the Pt. Kashinath Bodas Music Festival in Phoenix, AZ. Souryadeep has been recently empaneled as a performing artist of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), Govt. of India and is honored to represent India as a musical ambassador.

on the violin from her father, Mr. Sanjay Chandran for almost 12 years. She has secured top honors at several leading music competitions organized by the Cleveland Aradhana, Carnatic Music Association of North America (CMANA) etc. She is also the recipient of the IndianRaga Fellowship. She is also an avid composer and has composed original music blending different genres of world music such as Indian Classical, Jazz, Pop, Celtic, African and Latin music.

Rishabh Iyer Sitar - Hindustani Classical

Sanjana Chandran Violin - Hindustani Classical/ Semi-Classical Souryadeep Bhattacharyya is a well-known name among the new generation of Indian classical sarod players. Souryadeep is a premier “Gandabandhan” disciple of the legendary sarod player Pt. Alok Lahiri and has a unique playing style encompassing different gharanas (styles) of sarod. Souryadeep has earned many awards and honors including the National Gold Medal in Instrumental Music from the Association of Indian Universities, Junior and Senior National Scholarship (Govt. of India), “Pt. Nikhil Banerjee Memorial Trophy 36

Sanjana has been learning Indian Classical Music (both Carnatic and Hindustani styles)

Rishabh began playing sitar at the age of 8, under the instruction of Dr. Rajan Sachdeva in the style of the Etawah Gharana. He then continued on to receive instruction from Ustad Shahid Parvez and his son, Shri Shakir Khan. Currently he learns from Pandit Nayan Ghosh. In 2011, Rishabh won first place at the SwarGanga Crescendo national Indian classical music competition in Atlanta. In 2014, Rishabh became an IndianRaga fellow and participated in a MAY 2020 - WWW.DESHVIDESH.COM

weeklong workshop in New York City, where he met with other fellows and produced a series of music videos. He has given several performances in both Detroit and the San Francisco Bay Area; notably, at the Rasa Festival in Ann Arbor, Michigan and the Ustad Amir Khan Festival in Fremont, California. He also composed and recorded a musical score for a documentary film. Currently, he is a junior at Stanford University pursuing a B.S. in Computer Science.

Madhuri Jadhav Vocal Hindustani Semi-Classical

Madhuri Jadhav is a wellknown vocalist in the United States as well as in India. She currently lives in Atlanta and continues to perform actively. Madhuri holds a Masters degree in Indian Classical Music and is a Graded Artist at All India Radio. A disciple of Pandit Dr. Haribhau ji Khandare, Madhuri is also a Natya Sangeet Visharad & Visharad Gold Medalist.

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Over the course of her musical journey, Madhuri has performed for multiple organizations across the US and India and alongside Sudhir Phadke, Anandji Bhai, Shri Arun Date, Kaushal Inamdar, and many others. Madhuri was also finalist in Zee TV’s Marathi Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2006, Zee TV’s Sansui Antakshari, and Raag Ek Rang Anek. Her talent and expertise also lends her to being a judge for local and national programs such as singing competitions, Atlanta Idol, and Global Music Icon. A proficient harmonium player and composer, Madhuri continues to perform actively in India and the USA.

Purnima Mathur Vocal Bollywood Semi-Classical

Purnima Mathur is the founder and director of Malhaar Music Academy and is trying to spread happiness around with music. She has recorded albums in the regional language (Rajasthani) titled Panihari and Hathleva under the banner of Veena Cassettes. As a professional radio artist 38

and singer for All India Radio, Purnima started her musical career by performing on various musical programs at All India Radio, Jaipur, India. With the special talent, the opportunities were endless and soon she started performing as a TV artist at Jaipur Doordarshan. In pursuit of her musical dreams Purnima was fortunate to get associated with Zee TV by participating on popular programs such as Sa Re Ga Ma and Close Up Antakshari. After moving to the United States, she was fortunate to be associated with Saragam, Ekal Vidhyalaya, IACA, and many other organizations.

Anjali Kannan

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Violinist A n j a l i Kannan is a 12-year-old violinist, who plays both the Indian Classical and western classical genres of music on the violin. She has been learning Carnatic music on the violin from her guru Sri Sanjay Chandran. She has also taken vocal lessons in Carnatic music. She regularly performs at community events and cultural festivals held at the Shiva Vishnu Temple of South Florida. In addition, she also learns and performs western classical music on the violin.

By the time you read this issue of Desh-Videsh magazine, Sa Ni Dha Pa Live’s three events showcased the talents of six artists, and Sa Ni Dha Pa Carnatic Live showcased three artists in one event.

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How to Boost Your Immune System to Fight Diseases How to Boost Your Immune System to Fight Diseases The COVID-19 pandemic has led many researchers and doctors to talk about the importance of a strong immune system. It has been emphasized time and again that if you have a strong immune system you can easily keep those abominable, microscopic invaders away from you or at the least be better prepared to fight infection. What is the immune system? Well, it is essentially your bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s internal police force. Confused? Your immune system plays a role similar to the police. Whenever an unwanted thief in the shape of harmful pathogens tries to get in, your immune system gets to action by sending a line of defense to your bloodstream or organs or muscles or your bones. The result is that you remain in good health while your immune system battles against and destroys germs. 40

Consequences & risk factors of a weak immune system Sometimes your immune system may not be as strong as it should be. What happens when thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no police force in a particular locality? Burglars and thieves, and other such antisocial elements will invade that area, colonize it completely, expand their group and bring distress to the peaceful dwellers in that area. The same happens to your body as well. Harmful pathogens of every kind like bacteria, viruses, parasites and other microbes will make your body their fond habitat and wreak havoc in all possible ways. In result, diseases will gain a strong foothold in you, thereby making you move from one disease to another without even getting the chance to recover in between. MAY 2020 - WWW.DESHVIDESH.COM

Your immune system plays a role similar to the police. Whenever an unwanted thief in the shape of harmful pathogens tries to get in, your immune system gets to action by sending a line of defense to your bloodstream or organs or muscles or your bones.

Weakened immune system & diseases Apart from the common cold and flu, a weakened immune system may make you fall prey to other diseases too. Some of the deadliest pathogenic diseases triggered by weakened immune systems include tuberculosis, bacterial pneumonia, tetanus, rotavirus infection, parainfluenza and of course, SARS. In this context, it is worthwhile to note that the recent coronavirus pandemic is one of the deadliest pandemics of the century and is a type of SARS infection. The pandemic has killed nearly 215,231 people worldwide to date and nearly 3,110,702 have been infected. The statistics clearly show the dangers of a pathogenic disease. The story has a positive side as well. There are patients who were infected by coronavirus but have recovered and gone home healthy. Now, how is it that some patients could defeat this aggressive virus while others could not? The answer, probably, lies in their immune system. Patients with a stronger immune system could fight the virus and could also respond better to the medications applied on them.

What does coronavirus or any other pathogen do to your body? When you are attacked by any pathogen be it coronavirus or any other, what does it do to your body? Well, the pathogen makes your body its host and habitat and starts multiplying by disrupting the cellular machinery of some of the healthy cells of your body. The population of the pathogen starts exploding and you get infected and start getting the symptoms of a pathogenic infection. When it is the novel coronavirus that has invaded you, it will use its own novel mechanism to evade the defenses sent by your bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s innate immune system. Next a

In other words, immunity power and immune response plays a vital role in giving you a diseasefree, healthy life. 42

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cytokine storm will rise within your body and will eventually lead to multi-organ failure.

Adequate hydration

Vulnerable groups The elderly and those with underlying health issues like diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, asthma, etc. are the most vulnerable groups with respect to the susceptibility of being infected with coronavirus or other pathogens. Most of these groups either have weakened or compromised immune systems or have an underdeveloped immunity.

Ways to boost your immune system It is well evident that if you have a strong immune system, you can give your invader a tougher fight and can even defeat it in some cases. Here are some ways you can strengthen your immune system naturally: Nutritious foods

Water is very important to allow your immune system to function in full form. Water hydrates your body and helps in flushing out toxins from your system. Other fluids and beverages such as green tea, kefir and freshly extracted fruit and vegetable juices can also serve as effective, nutrients-rich and hydrating tonic for your immune system. Herbs Certain herbs can nourish your immune system and strengthen your immune responses. Herbs such as astragalus root, angelica root,

Your immune system plays a role similar to the police. Foods rich in essential nutrients can brace your immune system effectively. Researchers have established a connection between immunity and micronutrients like iron, zinc, selenium, folic acid, copper and vitamins like A, B6, E and C. Also, scientific studies show that nutritional deficiencies could lead to weakened immune systems. So, nutrient-dense foods like spinach, bell pepper, mushroom, sweet potatoes, broccoli, blueberries, oranges, lemons, kiwis, mangoes, oily fishes, turmeric, ginger, garlic, dark chocolate, almonds and sunflower seeds are the best foods for boosting your immune system. 44

Whenever an unwanted thief in the shape of harmful pathogens tries to get in, your immune system gets to action by sending a line of defense to your bloodstream or organs or muscles or your bones.

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If you are looking for Ayurvedic remedies for a stronger immune system, the most effective Ayurvedic herbs are ashwagandha, dasha mula kwath, guduchi, andrographis, Japanese knotweed, Chinese skullcap, turmeric, ginger, licorice, milk thistle, ginseng, garlic and black cumin seeds can regulate the immune responses of your body and improve your resistance to all kinds of pathogenic diseases and infections.

shatavari, yashthimadhu and amalaki.

Yoga

Yoga postures, pranayama and shuddhikaran kriyas too are considered effective in boosting your immune function. Practicing Yoga, according to experts, can detoxify your system and foster healthy lymph drainage. The result is a stronger immune system and a healthier body. The best yoga asanas for boosting immunity are Sukhasana, Uttanasana, Ardha Matsyendrasana and Tadasana. Kapalbhati is the best pranayama for boosting immunity. Ayurveda Ayurveda is that rich tradition and healing science that claims to have in its repertoire remedies for almost all types of health issues MAY 2020 - WWW.DESHVIDESH.COM

known to mankind so far. So, if you are looking for Ayurvedic remedies for a stronger immune system, the most effective Ayurvedic herbs are ashwagandha, dasha mula kwath, guduchi, shatavari, yashthimadhu and amalaki. These herbs are said to strengthen all the fundamental constituents of your body - the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;dhatusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and by that way strengthen the immune response too.

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Hotel Investing in the Uncertain Pandemic Climate

By Ahmed Kabani

The U.S Small Business Administration 504 program is providing loans with the same type of long-term, fixed-rate financing enjoyed by larger firms, denoted by interest rates equivalent to favorable bond market rates.

s we commence a new quarter in 2020, facing heavy headwinds in the face of a new decade, it is more important than ever to develop a plan to work through this pandemic. There is still so much uncertainty, yet it is our responsibility as business professionals to develop a plan to prepare ourselves for the worst-case scenario. The good news, however, is that our economy is taking action to assist our business. The U.S Small Business Administration 504 program is providing loans with the same type of long-term, fixed-rate financing enjoyed by larger firms, denoted by interest rates equivalent to favorable bond market rates. Businesses are eligible for these loans if their net worth is less than $7 million and net after-tax profits are under $2.5 million. This could help smaller hotel businesses, who do not

Reinforce your relationship by mentioning your history of good payment, explain what issues your hotel is facing right now, and what you are doing to address those issues. 48

have adequate reserves in place for such an unprecedented pandemic.

Communicating with lenders It is apparent that borrowersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ability to service their debt is becoming increasingly more difficult with such a hiatus in travel. Thus, it is important for hoteliers to communicate effectively with lenders head-on. Now is as good a time as ever to contact your lender to prepare them for a potential payment delay or default. Reinforce your relationship by mentioning your history of good payment, explain what issues your hotel is facing right now, and what you are doing to address those

issues. Go in detail about the demand drivers and STR reports of your property and give the lender a brief recovery plan. Most importantly, discuss your options with the lender for deferred payments. It is better for your relationship, and ultimately your welfare, that you are transparent early on with your lender.

Establishing your ground Do not sulk in this period of low occupancy, instead take advantage! Use this period to revamp your strategic plan. How long can you afford to withstand a zero-occupancy scenario? Should you consider selling off and shifting your investment somewhere else for the time being? Or do you hold through the pandemic? Meeting with an asset manager would assist in determining what path is right for you. If you have decided that holding is the better option, spend some time reviewing

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business continuity plans to ensure that management is prepared for a worst-case scenario. Develop an action plan in case a guest or staff member reports symptoms or infection. Communicate this plan to all employees. If necessary, consult the Florida Department of Health for guidance about quarantining guests or staff.

Once the quarantine finishes with everyone having spent weeks barely leaving their homes, they will travel as soon as it is safe to do so. Hoteliers need to be ideally equipped to meet this sudden surge of travel demand. Re-opening will not be a viable fit for every hotel. This is an important notion for owners to understand. The

hotels that do reopen can expect major changes in operators and branding. Once the pandemic passes, the highest and best use for the hotel in terms of real estate may have drastically changed.

“To get some of these markets functioning, you need a lot of capital. If you’re deploying $10 billion of equity, you’ve got to do big deals,” Pil states.

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Funds raising opportunistic debt Some hoteliers may be deterred from selling off their hotel assets out of fear that we are entering a buyers’ market. While purchasing volume is slowing down, there are numerous financial institutions such as J.P Morgan and Blackstone Group that are raising large amounts of capital for opportunistic investments. According to Anton Pil, head of global alternatives, JP Morgan, the company is raising $3 billion for real estate alone. “To get some of these markets functioning, you need a lot of capital. If you’re deploying $10 billion of equity, you’ve got to do big deals,” Pil states. These companies are going to look at large portfolios of assets with great post-pandemic potential. Consider lumping your assets together with another local hotel owner to increase your chances of selling. Finally, with declining mortgage rates, this opens another dimension of investors looking to seize valuable investment opportunities in the current state of the market. To conclude, as we slowly accept that the current situation might sustain for longer than we intended, it is ever important to make the right decisions. Have a sit-down with a professional asset manager to conduct appropriate analysis to evaluate the viability of your hotel investment surviving a low or no- income period. If you decide to hold, then it would be among your best interests to carefully redesign your strategic plan. 52

About the Author

Ahmed Kabani is the Senior Vice President Investments and a member of the National Hospitality Group in the Marcus &amp; Millichap Miami Office. In his 11 years working in the industry, Ahmed has commanded relationships with an investment pool of over 1,000 of the Nation’s most prestigious and active hotel owners, investors, REIT’s and Private Equity groups. From 2010 until today he is among the top 10 producers nationwide for the Marcus & Millichap National Hospitality

Group, and has closed hotels with Hilton, Marriott, IHG, Choice and Wyndham, in addition to other independent hotels. Ahmed is involved in various community activities, receiving the Florida Gandhi King Ikeda Award for Building Peace and the Distinguished Community Service Award from the Asian American Board of Miami-Dade for this service. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Hotel and Tourism Management from Florida International University Apart from hotels, Ahmed has advised and sold land development in Miami from top developers Most notably, Ahmed plays an active role in promoting and advising tourism and hotel development through arranging the Annual Hotel Investment Forum each October Please note that this is for informational purposes only and we highly recommend you seek advice from your attorney, CPA or other counsel.

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Preven-tea-tive By Chahna Tailor

Happy May! I hope you have been practicing social distancing and are keeping safe! During this time, it is helpful that we keep ourselves healthy any way that we can. Your immune system is one of your best allies for viruses, the flu, and other infectious diseases. Ayurveda, Indiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s preventative medicine system, can be used to keep your health in check.

For our immune system to work effectively, our digestive system should be in good shape. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s because if our digestion is dull, it can create a buildup of undigested food or toxins known as ama (which is when our gastric fluids are secreting more or less than usual) and manifest as symptoms such as bloating, constipation, and gas. If our digestion is sharp, it can

hinder our ability to absorb the nutrients from our food resulting in side effects like diarrhea and acidity. Keeping our digestive fire, agni, in balance can be a great

'' Keeping our digestive fire, agni, in balance can be a great way to combat health issues before they become chronic. A great cleaning tea, called CCF, is a great way to balance your agni.

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CCF stands for Coriander seeds, Cumin seeds, and Fennel seeds. These three common kitchen spices are great for anyone of any dosha (it is tridoshic) to use to balance their agni.

way to combat health issues before they become chronic. A great cleaning tea, called CCF, is a great way to balance your agni. CCF stands for Coriander seeds, Cumin seeds, and Fennel seeds. These three common kitchen spices are great for anyone of any dosha (it is tridoshic) to use to balance their agni. According to Ayurvedic texts, these herbs have more uses than you think and can be used together and separately in many ways! Coriander seeds cleanse the blood and liver, improve digestive strength, lower fevers, reduce hot flashes, increase urine volume, and reduce vomiting to name a few. Cumin seeds are used in cases of respiratory issues, bloating, malabsorption, milk

Cumin seeds are used in cases of respiratory issues, bloating, malabsorption, milk production, abdominal pain, nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, uterine inflammation, and can digest toxins (ama) in the body.

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production, abdominal pain, nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, uterine inflammation, and can digest toxins (ama) in the body. Fennel seeds increase digestion, decrease gas, nausea, and cramps (even in cases such as reproductive pain); increase milk production, reduce colic in babies, reduce spasms, decrease muscle spasms, and clears phlegm in certain coughs. CCF Tea Recipe 1 tsp of coriander seeds 1 tsp of cumin seeds 1 tsp of fennel seeds 2 cups of water Boil the water with the seeds to desired strength (I prefer boiling until I am left with half the amount of water I started with because I like my tea strong). Strain the seeds out and it is ready! If you can, keep the tea insulated in a thermos so that it stays warm. If you drink the tea out of a mug, it tends to cool down faster and this tea is meant to be consumed while warm/hot.

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You can follow the same ratios and make a batch of this tea in the morning so that you have enough to sip on throughout the day. If you do not have the seeds, you can use the powdered form but seeds give the best results. Do not consume the tea cold this is the opposite effect that we are trying to have! If you

have a cold, you counter it with heat! If you are not sure if this tea is for you, please consult a physician to make sure that increasing the consumption of these herbs is okay for you. If you are interested in Ayurveda and would like more information or even a health consultation over Skype, please reach out!

Chahna Tailor is a Yoga Instructor and Ayurvedic Health Counselor with a background in occupational therapy. Chahna completed her yoga training in Rishikesh and recently completed an Ayurveda internship in Kannur, Kerala. Chahna’s company, Namaskar To You provides yoga, pranayama,meditation, and Ayurveda services. . She is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in Ayurvedic Medicine.

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Proclamation Suspending Entry of Immigrants By Manju Kalidindi

n April 22, 2020, President Trump signed a proclamation titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Suspending Entry Of Immigrants Who Present a Risk To The United States Labor

Market During The Economic Recovery Following the 2019 Novel Corona virus Outbreak.â&#x20AC;? The order became effective at 11:59 PM EST on April 23, 2020, and is scheduled to be in effect for 60 days and may be extended or modified. 60

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APPLIES TO:

DOES NOT APPLY TO: l Spouses l

and children under 21 of U.S. citizens

Prospective foreign adoptees of U.S. citizens

l Physicians,

nurses or other health care professionals seeking entry into the U.S. to perform medical research or other research intended to combat the spread of COVID-19; or to perform work essential to combating, recovering from, or otherwise alleviating the effects of the COVID-19 outbreak

Foreign Nationals seeking permanent resident status who:

Any spouse and unmarried children under 21 years old of such health care professionals

Are outside the U.S. on the effective date;

EB-5 Immigrant Investors

Do not a have a valid Immigrant Visa on the effective date; and

Do not have an official travel document other than a visa (such as a transportation letter, an appropriate boarding foil, or an advance parole document) that is valid on the effective date of the proclamation or issued on any date thereafter that permits him or her to travel to the United States and seek entry or admission.

Foreign nationals whose entry would further important United States law enforcement objectives

l Foreign

Nationals employed by the U.S. Government in Iraq or Afghanistan as translators or interpreters and their spouses and children seeking to enter the United States pursuant to a Special Immigrant Visa

People affected by this include: l

Parents and children over 21 of U.S. citizens

Siblings of U.S. citizens

Spouses and children under 21 of permanent residents

Children over 21 of permanent residents

Permanent Residents already in the U.S.

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United States Armed Forces members and their spouses and children

Certain Iraqis or Afghans employed by or on behalf of the U.S. Government and their spouses and children seeking to enter the United States pursuant to a Special Immigrant Visa

Any foreign national interest

whose entry would be in the national

The order does not apply to temporary workers such as H-1Bs, L-1s, H-2Bs although that may be modified. We are here to assist you with your immigration concerns. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our firm. Stay Safe. Be Well.

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'' On April 22, 2020, President Trump signed a proclamation titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Suspending Entry Of Immigrants Who Present a Risk To The United States Labor Market During The Economic Recovery Following the 2019 Novel Coronavirus Outbreak.â&#x20AC;?

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victims under the Violence Against Women Act. She has been recognized twice by the Supreme Court of Florida for exceptional pro bono service, and was named the Broward Lawyers Care Attorney of the Month in November 2012. In 2015, she was the recipient of the Community Leader Award by DeshVidesh Media Group.

About Manju Kalidindi Manju Kalidindi is an immigration attorney and the founder and principal attorney at the Law Offices of Manju Kalidindi, P.A. in Plantation, FL. Miss Kalidindi is the founder of thisdaughter.com, a platform where women share their stories about the ordinary and the extraordinary, where just being an individual is celebrated; a platform where men who are making a difference in the lives of women lend their voice. She is the past President of Sahara of South Florida, a

South Florida-based nonprofit organization that assists victims of domestic violence, mainly from South Asia. Her pro bono legal work has also benefitted domestic violence

She is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA); a member of AILA, South Florida Chapter and a member of the Florida Bar. She is a member of the Open Space and Recreation Space Advisory Committee, Town of Davie.

South Florida Teens Provide Relief to Medical Workers

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While also attending online classes and completing homework assignments and projects, Akhil Deo, Jason Krause and Farhad Ibrahimzade are busy 3D-printing surgical mask ear straps at their homes and donating them to hospitals and medical facilities all around the United States.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take these high school students for granted! Three high-school students from North Broward Preparatory School are spending their stay-at-home time productively with a project to help doctors, nurses and hospital workers on the front lines. While also attending online classes and completing homework assignments and projects, Akhil Deo, Jason Krause and Farhad Ibrahimzade are busy 3D-printing surgical mask ear straps at their homes and donating them to hospitals and medical facilities all around the United States. It is a major production with multiple 3D printers at each site working 24x7 on printing ear straps. These surgical mask ear straps alleviate the pain or friction of the surgical masks being secured around the ear by using a strap around the back of the head that attaches to the surgical mask straps on both sides. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a big shout-out to the administration and STEM teachers at North Broward Preparatory School for supporting MAY 2020 - WWW.DESHVIDESH.COM

these teenagers and allowing the school’s printers to also be used for this effort. The response has been overwhelming. As of the third week of April, the trio has already 3D-printed and donated more than 5,000 ear straps to almost 50 frontline

locations in eight states. And the orders keep pouring in as there seems to be no end to the COVID-19 crisis in sight. These medical workers are our heroes – let’s help them out in any way we can. Please visit earstraps.com and donate to the cause.

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From Neha Kakkar to Bharati Singh: filming at home trend of the hour most of the cast have shot trial portions through their phones. Later the videos will be run together to generate a cohesive feel. One of the first scenes shot was Kanika and Nishant with their family members engaging in a video chat.

The production process of the entertainment industry has been stalled due to the COVID-19 shutdown. It has been over a month that no fresh episodes were shot on TV channels. However the industry has risen to the occasion with hosts resuming shoots for their shows even while staying at home. If the creative briefs and the dialogues of the actors are given beforehand the shots can be approved by directors in advance and then actors can shoot from homes. The footage can be intermixed and finetuned afterwards. The shoot from home technique is well in use now.

Colors Choti Sardarni has also filmed a new episode. The lead cast has already filmed from their respective homes. There is news of the new villain’s entry in the show. Zee TV’s Guddan Tumse Na ho Payega will soon air a fresh episode. Actors have filmed the episode from their homes and

Bharti Singh’s Hum Tum aur Quarantine show is much awaited. This Colors daily show features quarantine life. Since Harsh and Limbacchiya have their own production unit at home, the team edits the footage from there. Neha Kakkar’s family reality show that deals with home singing contests is soon to be aired on Zee TV. This show featured Tony Kakkar, Neha Kakkar and Sonu Kakkar. Inventing new solutions and moving with the times seems to be the intelligent choice of the entertainment industry.

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Anushka Sharma wears producer Kapil Sharma to shoot new content from home and hat for new series Paatal Lok re-launch show

The famous NH10 actress takes a turn at producing for the upcoming TV series Paatal Lok that is to be aired on Amazon Prime starting May 15. This marks the debut of Anushka Sharma in the digital world. The actress shared two teasers of Paatal Lok on social media though the recent teaser finally flashed the release date of this much awaited series. Anushka shared Paatal Lok’s teaser on Instagram where she tagged almost the entire cast and crew. The actress mentioned that this crime underbelly noir thriller will change people’s perception about the world they live in. The logo was also revealed in the last teaser that showed a dark world named Paatal Lok. A voice at the beginning of the teaser announces that “shastras talk about a world where justice is only attained by bloodshed. In this world demons mask themselves as humans and jungle rules prevail.” The concept of the intriguing underworld or the parallel universe is brought in this narration. Interestingly, the series deals with major four pillars of democracy - executive, legislative, press and judiciary. As expected the teaser gathered a lot of interest and anticipation. If you have seen the popular Netflix series Stranger Things then Paatal Lok will remind you of it. The underworld concept and red branches streaming out of the logo draws a good parallel to red lightning sky of the American series. The Pataal Lok series was created by Sudip Sharma (Udta Punjab fame). The series stars Jaideep Ahlawat, Gul Panag, Swastika Mukherjee, and Neeraj Kabi, among others. MAY 2020 - WWW.DESHVIDESH.COM

New episodes are upcoming for viewers of The Kapil Sharma Show as the comedy king decided to film shows from home. Like many other television and movie shoots, the lockdown forced The Kapil Sharma Show to stall. Channels have been relying on reruns of old shows and Sony has been managing with old reruns of The Kapil Sharma Show. News that Sharma will begin filming from home in the no audience format has come as a source of big relief to his fans and producers. All are now waiting eagerly for the show to start again after a temporary ‘quarantine’ break. However, Kapil Sharma isn’t a pioneer in this shooting from home concept. International celebrities like Jimmy Fallon, Ellen DeGeneres and Jimmy Kimmel are currently filming shows from home. Bharti Singh has come up with the Hum, Tum aur Quarantine comedy gig for Colors TV and is filmed at Haarsh Limbachiyaa and Bharti’s home. Kapil is utilizing the quarantine period to spend quality time with spouse Ginni and daughter Inayra. The comedy king recently posted a picture on Instagram of his daughter Inayra where she is shown dressed as Kanjak during Navaratri. 69

Mahabharata and Ramayana command record viewership on Doordarshan

With the lockdown forcing everyone to sit inside, epics like Ramayana and Mahabharata continue to garner record viewership over the last three weeks. According to stats, Ramayana saw a large viewership surge in its third week. Information released by BARC India says that DD National registered 2.68 billion impressions from April 11-17 all over India. The third week DD National recorded 1.9 million impressions. BARC data showed that the leading five channels in India are DD Bharati, DD Bharati, Dangal, Big Magic and Sony SAB. The best five Hindi GEC shows are Ramayana (DD Bharati) and Mahabharata (DD Bharati). Dangal has three top grossing shows now - Baba Aisa Var Dhundo, Bandini and Mahima Shanidev Ki. Ramayana earned 67.4 million impressions while Mahabharata got 18.2 million impressions in its third week of rerun. DD National has many popular shows on deck now. All of its popular shows are now back including The Jungle Book, Shaktiman, Chanakya, Byomkesh Bakshi, Buniyaad and Chanakya. The COVID-19 crisis has proved to be very beneficial for DD Bharati and the channel has witnessed a drastic rise in viewership. The national channel is now the best ranking Hindi Channel of India.

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Watch Siddharth Shukla ace blindfold task on Hum, Tum Aur Quarantine

On April 14, Siddharth Shukla appeared on Harsh Limbachiyaa and Bharti Singh’s show Hum Tum aur Quarantine. All fans of this Big Boss 13 champion were revved up to see his appearance on the newly launched comedy show. Hum Tum aur Quarantine is Harsh and Bharti’s home show that they run using their home based production unit. On April 14, the comedy ace couple connected to Siddharth Shukla via video call. After a few pleasantries Bharati asked Shukla to keep staying indoors as the police lathi won’t go easy on him even if he is a big boss winner! Haarsh put Siddharth to work by first blindfolding him and then making him go round and round. Shukla was then asked to identify objects around him and he came up with all correct answers. His performance provoked Haarsh to joke that the lockdown has made Siddharth recognize the surroundings of his home so well. Siddharth was named to ask three of his favorite women by Haarsh. The Big Boss winner said that Bharti along with his sister and mom were his favorites. Hearing this, Bharti took a dig at Siddharth saying that Shehnaaz Gill wasn’t on the actors “favorite” list but she (Bharati) was!! For the record, Siddharth and Shehnaaz are allegedly in a relationship. You can watch Siddharth Shukla’s blindfold game video here. MAY 2020 - WWW.DESHVIDESH.COM

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