Desi Talk

October 24, 2025 New York, NY Vol. XXIX, No. 43 www.desitalk.com Published by Parikh Worldwide Media, LLC. community c o l o r s IN NEW YORK r AUTHENTIC INDIAN FOOD, MADE EASIER FOR YOU. ENJOY SHOP NOW FROM YOUR NEAREST OUTLET. PHOTOS:Miscellaneous NY Governor Hochul Celebrates Diwali Muslims Back Ciattarelli For NJ Governor PAGE 10 PAGE 7 Diwali Special: What parents feel about the public school holiday. Also, tracing ancient roots of the Festival of Lights Indian Innovative Cocktails All The Rage PAGE 18 Jericho, NY Senior Wins National Journalism Championship PAGE 6 PAGES 12&14 PAGE 8 20th anniversary of AristaCare Indian Nursing Home Program