Getting an Education — PricelessA recent survey reveals that Indian-American households have the highest median income of any ethnic group in the US. What is more…Feb 3, 2021Feb 3, 2021
The Caste System & Untouchables: Setting the Facts StraightOf Indian descent, but virtually a lifelong New Yorker, Anil Jethmal has been asked many times by American friends and acquaintances about…Nov 2, 2020Nov 2, 2020
A True Act of CharityMany years ago, when Anil Jethmal was in his late teens, he recalled waiting for a flight at an airport terminal with his father. As his…Dec 2, 2019Dec 2, 2019
The Art of the LayoverIn a particularly grueling trip two decades ago, Anil Jethmal, over seven weeks, took fifteen flights travelling twice around the globe.Oct 27, 2019Oct 27, 2019
A Bride Too FarThey jokingly called Anil Jethmal an ABCD and a coconut. The ABCD stood for “American Born Confused Desi”. The coconut was a metaphor for…Aug 30, 2019Aug 30, 2019
World (?) SeriesIn 1971, Anil Jethmal and his family relocated from New York to Bombay, India…then returned to New York four years later in September 1975.Feb 9, 2018Feb 9, 2018
Education Starts at HomeAnil Jethmal counts himself as very lucky. While living in India from the ages of 6 to 10, he attended The Campion School, one of the best…Jan 7, 2018Jan 7, 2018
A Vacation to RememberAnil Jethmal is often asked for travelling tips from his American peers and friends who are planning to visit India. Having lived in Bombay…Dec 7, 2017Dec 7, 2017
Attending a Traditional Indian Wedding in India: A Must for Anyone’s Bucket ListIn December 1991, Anil Jethmal travelled from New York to Bombay, India to attend his cousin’s wedding. When he informed his friends and…Nov 10, 2017Nov 10, 2017
Civility in Sports: Indian Cricket versus American BaseballOn a recent visit to Bombay, Anil Jethmal decided to attend a cricket match. Having lived some of his formative years in India, Anil grew…Sep 30, 2017Sep 30, 2017
