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Most watched Indian TV shows: Naagin 3 continues to rule TRP chart

Most watched Indian TV shows: Naagin 3 continues to rule TRP chart

The Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) ratings for week 33 are here. Supernatural drama Naagin 3 continued to stand strong as the number one show. The Surbhi Jyoti, Anita Hassanandani and Pearl V Puri show has been keeping the audience hooked to its thrilling storyline. The divorce drama in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai has worked in its […]

Head of Islamic State in Afghanistan killed, says government

Head of Islamic State in Afghanistan killed, says government

The head of Islamic State in Afghanistan, Abu Saad Erhabi, was killed in a strike on the group’s hideouts in Nangarhar province on Saturday night, authorities said on Sunday. Ten other members of the militant group were also killed in a joint ground and air operation by Afghan and foreign forces, the National Directorate of […]

Ditch regular, try these offbeat honeymoon destinations in India

Ditch regular, try these offbeat honeymoon destinations in India

An Indian wedding is probably one of the most hectic and tiring affairs, and by the time all the rituals are done, the newlywed couple look forward to is a relaxing holiday (honeymoon). It is the perfect time for two people to unwind, bond, and make memories of a lifetime. So, if you are getting married anytime […]

World Sanskrit Day: 9 lesser known facts about Sanskrit

World Sanskrit Day: 9 lesser known facts about Sanskrit

Sanskrit, an old Indo-Aryan language, with a documented history of nearly 3,500 years, is said to be the primary liturgical language of the Hindu culture. Declared as a classical language now, it is known to be highly scientific in its structure and is a language that is in high demand all over the world. Sadly, […]

Asian Games: No gold but lot of silver linings for India in track-and-field

Asian Games: No gold but lot of silver linings for India in track-and-field

JAKARTA/PALEMBANG: Hima Das  shone the brightest with a brand new record to her name, Muhammed Anas  did enough to hold on to his status of a regional force and  won another battle of relevance on a jinx-breaking day for India at the Asian Games, It was a day when India counted the silvers, a total of five, even […]

From blinking more often to avoiding excess light: 5 tips to avoid eye strain at work

From blinking more often to avoiding excess light: 5 tips to avoid eye strain at work

Most of our jobs require us to look at the computer screen for long hours, which in turn affects our vision. Eye strain can often lead to a range of problems including eye twitching, sore eyes, fatigue, tiredness and decreased productivity. According to a study by NCBI, in a questionnaire survey, the prevalence of visual symptoms […]

Onam 2018: History, significance and timings of puja

Onam 2018: History, significance and timings of puja

By Saumyaa Vardhan  Aside from festivals that are celebrated across India, there are others which are limited to a tribe, community, village, district or state. These festivals are not celebrated across India but are limited to a niche, and the people connected to that faith. Wherever they may be, they shall also celebrate the festival on […]

Apple, JP Morgan, Pepsi fear ‘harm’ from Donald Trump’s H-1B visa policy

Apple, JP Morgan, Pepsi fear ‘harm’ from Donald Trump’s H-1B visa policy

Dozens of top US business leaders including Apple Inc.’s Tim Cook, JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s Jamie Dimon and Pepsico Inc.’s Indra Nooyi signed a letter expressing “serious concerns” about the Trump administration’s immigration policy changes and their potential to undermine economic growth.  The letter focused on recent changes in the area of high-skilled immigration. The […]

Nippon Steel sees big in India opportunity

Nippon Steel sees big in India opportunity

TOKYO: Japan’s top steelmaker Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corp sees India as the most promising market and wants to become “an insider” to capitalise on growth of the world’s third-biggest steel market, a senior executive said. “India will be the fastest-growing steel market in the world going forward,” Nippon Steel Executive Vice-President Katsuhiro Miyamoto told Reuters in […]

SAIL set to exit non-performing, non-operational joint ventures

SAIL set to exit non-performing, non-operational joint ventures

NEW DELHI: India’s largest steel maker SAIL has started process to exit some of its joint ventures that are either non-operational or non-performing, the public sector major has said in a report. The steel maker is also exploring options to monetise its investment in certain JV companies, the latest report said.   Click here to read […]

Akali Dal leader Manjit Singh attacked again by pro-Khalistan supporters in US; three arrested

Akali Dal leader Manjit Singh attacked again by pro-Khalistan supporters in US; three arrested

Shiromani Akali Dal leader Manjit Singh GK was “brutally” attacked by a mob of alleged pro-Khalistan supporters in California on Saturday. Singh, who is also the president of the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) , was earlier allegedly attacked by protesters in New York. Three persons have been arrested in connection with the attack […]

Congress as party not involved in 1984 riots; Rahul Gandhi in school when Blue Star happened: Amarinder Singh

Congress as party not involved in 1984 riots; Rahul Gandhi in school when Blue Star happened: Amarinder Singh

Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Sunday came out in support of Congress chief Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, saying that the Gandhi scion could not be responsible for something he wasn’t even aware of. Even as the knives were out for Gandhi following his remarks at an event in the […]

PM Modi sends out strong message against rape: Won’t tolerate injustice towards women

PM Modi sends out strong message against rape: Won’t tolerate injustice towards women

NEW DELHI:  Delivering a strong message against the incidents of rape, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the country will not tolerate such heinous crimes and assured that the recently-passed Criminal Act Amendment Bill will play an effective role in crimes against women. While addressing the citizens during his monthly ‘Mann ki Baat’ radio programme, Modi said, […]

This I-Day Brought Out Kids of All Ages, Onstage and in the Aisles

This I-Day Brought Out Kids of All Ages, Onstage and in the Aisles

Click here for Photo Collage By Jawahar Malhotra STAFFORD: Sure you can convince a little kid to get dressed up and go onstage to prance around and sing the national anthem while the proud parents sit in the front row lip synching the words to them. But try doing that with the little tykes dressed up […]

India’s 72nd Independence Day Celebrations @ India House

India’s 72nd Independence Day Celebrations @ India House

By Vanshika Vipin Varma HOUSTON: Commemorating India’s 72nd year of independence, a grand event was organized at India House on Wednesday, August 15 at 10:30 am. Patriotism and love for the motherland could be seen as the enthusiastic crowds started pouring in from 10 am onwards to celebrate the triumph of free India. The event […]

Funny Desi, Atul Khatri Brings the House Down

Funny Desi, Atul Khatri Brings the House Down

By Vanshika Vipin Varma STAFFORD: “Laughter is the tonic, the relief, the surcease for pain”, quoted the legendary comedian Charlie Chaplin. This holds so true, and laughing is, and will always be, the best form of therapy. The icing on the cake is when you get to end a hustling week with a comedy act. […]

Swami Mukundananda Bestows Two Weeks of Spiritual Bliss to Houstonians

Swami Mukundananda Bestows Two Weeks of Spiritual Bliss to Houstonians

HOUSTON: Houstonians braved the traffic and adjusted their summer schedules to attend Swami Mukundananda’s programs at India House and at the Hindu Worship Temple. Swamiji as he is affectionately called by his followers is a world-renowned teacher of Spirituality, Yoga & Meditation. His academic background includes degrees in Engineering and Management from prestigious institutes in […]

DAV Sanskriti School Opening Day and Independence Day Celebrations at Arya Samaj of Greater Houston

DAV Sanskriti School Opening Day and Independence Day Celebrations at Arya Samaj of Greater Houston

HOUSTON: Last Sunday, August 19, witnessed celebration of DAV Sanksriti School’s and Arya Yuva Mandal (DAV high school youth group) opening day and India’s Independence Day celebration by coming together of children and parents at the campus of Arya Samaj of Greater Houston, Schiller Road. AYM students and Teachers of DAVSS welcomed new DAV students, […]

Flood Disaster Relief Project of Sri Guruvayurappan Temple

Flood Disaster Relief Project of Sri Guruvayurappan Temple

HOUSTON: Devastating natural calamities have been causing ongoing suffering to the people of Kerala. Hundreds of people lost their lives in the recent flood and landslides. Several thousands have been admitted to relief camps. Home, hospitals, schools and roadways have been taken away by catastrophic flooding (from insurgent monsoon). The tragic flood created damage several magnitudes worse than the Hurricane […]

Kaderi Kibria at Surangan’s Annual Student Appreciation Day

Kaderi Kibria at Surangan’s Annual Student Appreciation Day

By Sanchali Basu HOUSTON: Surangan Music School, celebrated its annual program at the HDBS Sur Auditorium the evening of August 12. After months of rigorous rehearsals, students got to showcase their talent on a platform, which boosted their confidence and brought the Surangan family closer. Kudos to the energetic melodious, talented teacher, and founder Rupa […]