Desi Return Diaries

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Welcome to ”DesiReturn Diaries: Embracing Home Again,” the podcast that shares personal journeys and expert insights on returning to India. I’m here to guide and inspire you as you embark on your own DesiReturn journey. Each episode, we’ll dive into the heartfelt stories of individuals who have chosen to come back to India after living abroad. From the challenges of adjusting to a new culture to the joys of rediscovering their roots, these personal narratives will resonate with anyone longing to call India home again. We’ll also feature expert guests who will provide valuable advice and practical tips on various aspects of returning, including finance, career transitions, education, and more. Their expertise will empower you to navigate the complexities and make the most of your journey. So, whether you’re considering a return, planning your move, or already on your way, join us on ”DesiReturn Diaries” as we explore the triumphs, challenges, and transformation of embracing home again.

  1. 22H AGO

    I Left Germany After 5 Years... Here's Why I Moved Back to India

    Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt Need help with shipments, taxes, RNOR, investments & more: https://services.desireturn.com Thinking of moving back to India from Germany or Europe? In this episode of Desi Return, Akhil shares his honest experience of living in Germany for nearly 5 years, building a successful engineering and AI career, getting German PR, and ultimately deciding to move back to Hyderabad, India. We discuss: Life in Germany as an Indian Germany work culture & work-life balance The reality of loneliness abroad Challenges with bureaucracy, language & healthcare access How he planned his return to India German PR, taxes, pension & documentation process Transferring money back to India Career opportunities in India vs Germany Returning to Hyderabad after years abroad Emotional and practical aspects of moving back   If you're an Indian living in Germany, Europe, Canada, UK, USA, Australia, or anywhere abroad and thinking about returning to India, this conversation will help you make a more informed decision. #backtoindia backtoindia #nri #returntoindia #homecoming #FIRE #retireearly #reversemigration #backtoroots #nrishaala #nrilife #desireturn #germany

    33 min

  2. APR 30

    We Didn't Wait Till 60 to Move Back to India After 12 Years in UAE | NRI Reality

    👉 Need help with shipments, cross boarder taxes, RNOR, investments, remittance & more: https://services.desireturn.com Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt After spending over 12 years in the UAE, Leeba and her family made a decision that most NRIs struggle with… they moved back to India. In this honest conversation, Leeba shares her journey of moving to the UAE with high expectations, facing the reality of job struggles, navigating life without local experience, and eventually building a successful business from scratch. But despite all that, one question kept coming back: 👉 Is staying abroad really worth it long-term? This episode goes deep into the real trade-offs NRIs face — career growth, financial stability, kids’ future, aging parents, and the emotional cost of living away from home. I f you’ve ever asked yourself: Should we move back to India? Are we actually saving enough abroad? When is the right time to return? What happens to kids if we move? How do you plan financially before moving back? This conversation will give you clarity.

    27 min

  3. APR 23

    My Mom's Care in the US Cost Me $500K... Nobody Talks About This | NRI

    👉 Need help with shipments, taxes, RNOR, investments, remittance & more: https://services.desireturn.com Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt What happens when your parents get sick in the US? Most NRIs never plan for this… until it’s too late. In this deeply honest conversation, Suresh shares the real cost — emotional, financial, and practical — of taking care of an aging parent in America as well as elderly care reality. 👉 The reality? This is the side of NRI life nobody talks about. Elder care in the US can wipe out your savings Government support comes with strict limitations Your assets (even your home) can be impacted Many NRIs feel trapped between responsibilities #backtoindia backtoindia #nri #returntoindia #homecoming #FIRE #retireearly #reversemigration #backtoroots #nrishaala #nrilife #desireturn #medicare #eldercare #retirement

    15 min

  4. APR 17

    16 Years in Singapore… Why I Still Moved Back to Tier-2 City In India

    Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Need help with shipments, taxes, RNOR, investments & more: https://services.desireturn.com Thinking of moving back to India after living abroad? In this video, we talked to Siva who spent 16 years in Singapore, built a life overseas — and still made the decision to move back to India. But this is NOT a typical “move back success story.” 👉 What happens when: You’re the only earning member with 2 kids abroad? You feel disconnected from family back in India? This conversation dives deep into the real, unfiltered experience of NRI life and what it takes to plan a move back the right way. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Video: ✔️ Why high salaries abroad don’t always mean high savings ✔️ The true cost of living in Singapore (post-COVID reality) ✔️ How he planned a 1-year transition strategy before moving back ✔️ Why he sent his family to India first (risk mitigation strategy) ✔️ The logic behind choosing a Tier-2 city (Visakhapatnam) ✔️ Career challenges after returning — and why finding a job isn’t easy ✔️ Kids’ schooling transition (IGCSE vs India reality) ✔️ Emotional factors: family, parents, and long-term priorities 💡 One powerful takeaway: Most people aren’t struggling with “where to live”… They’re struggling with what they really want out of life.

    33 min

  5. APR 9

    At 30, I Made a Decision Most People Avoid | After 10 Year in Japan

    Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Need help with shipments, taxes, RNOR, investments & more: https://services.desireturn.com   After spending nearly a decade in Japan and time in Singapore and the US, Nikilh had what most people dream of — a stable career, global exposure, and a comfortable life abroad. But something still didn’t feel right. In this candid conversation, he shares why he chose to leave it all behind and move back to India — not because of problems abroad, but because of a deeper realization about belonging, long-term life decisions, and building something meaningful. We go beyond the usual “pros and cons” and dive into: What life in Japan is really like for Indians Why comfort abroad isn’t always enough The mindset shift required to move back to India Financial decisions before returning (investments, pension, planning) Career transition and starting a startup in India Marriage, family, and long-term life planning The emotional side of returning that no one talks about If you’re an NRI or someone living abroad and thinking about your long-term future — this conversation will make you pause and reflect. #backtoindia backtoindia #nri #returntoindia #homecoming #FIRE #retireearly #reversemigration #backtoroots #nrishaala #nrilife #desireturn

    29 min

  6. APR 2

    We Waited 11 Years in US For This Number Before Moving to India | NRI

    Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Need help with shipments, taxes, RNOR, investments & more: https://services.desireturn.com After 11 years in the US, a great career, strong finances, and a comfortable life… they still chose to move back to India. Why? In this episode, we sit down with a family who made this big decision — not out of frustration, but out of clarity. 👉 If you’re an NRI stuck between staying abroad or moving back to India, this conversation will hit home. We go beyond the usual pros/cons and dive into: The real reasons people consider moving back (it’s not what you think) The “stuck in dilemma” trap most NRIs face A simple 3-step decision framework to gain clarity How they planned their move over 1.5–2 years The importance of self-awareness before financial planning Their cost of living in Ahmedabad (₹1–1.5L/month breakdown) Why having a job before moving made all the difference The role of kids, parents, and community in the final decision Whether to sell or keep US assets (401k, house, etc.) And the biggest advice: There is no right or wrong decision — only clarity   💡 One powerful takeaway: Most people aren’t struggling with “where to live”… They’re struggling with what they really want out of life.

    58 min

  7. MAR 26

    Left Amazon US After 9 Years, Now Back in India | Here is the Reality

    Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Need help with shipments, taxes, RNOR, investments & more: https://services.desireturn.com Thinking about moving back to India after living in the US? In this video, we speak with Swapnil who spent 9+ years in the US (Amazon, MBA at Cornell) and recently moved back to India with family. From H1B visa challenges to career transitions, salary changes, and real life in Bangalore, this is one of the most honest conversations you’ll watch. If you’re an NRI wondering: Should I move back to India? Is it worth leaving the US after years of settling? What happens to career, salary, and lifestyle? 👉 This video will give you a real, unfiltered perspective.

    31 min

  8. MAR 19

    After 8 Years in the US.... I Realized I Could Never Retire There | Return to India

    Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Need help with shipments, taxes, RNOR, investments & more: https://services.desireturn.com After spending 8 years in the United States, Harish shares the honest realization that made him move back to India — he couldn’t see himself retiring in the US. In this episode, we talk about: Life in the US vs India 🇺🇸🇮🇳 Why many Indians never truly feel “at home” abroad The importance of long-term thinking (retirement, family, lifestyle) How to plan your move back to India 1–2 years in advance Career realities after moving back Cost of living in Bangalore for a family Key financial lessons (401k, RNOR status, investments) If you're an NRI, H1B/L1 visa holder, or someone thinking about moving back to India from the US, this conversation will help you make a more informed decision

    37 min
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Welcome to ”DesiReturn Diaries: Embracing Home Again,” the podcast that shares personal journeys and expert insights on returning to India. I’m here to guide and inspire you as you embark on your own DesiReturn journey. Each episode, we’ll dive into the heartfelt stories of individuals who have chosen to come back to India after living abroad. From the challenges of adjusting to a new culture to the joys of rediscovering their roots, these personal narratives will resonate with anyone longing to call India home again. We’ll also feature expert guests who will provide valuable advice and practical tips on various aspects of returning, including finance, career transitions, education, and more. Their expertise will empower you to navigate the complexities and make the most of your journey. So, whether you’re considering a return, planning your move, or already on your way, join us on ”DesiReturn Diaries” as we explore the triumphs, challenges, and transformation of embracing home again.

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    2023 - 2026
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