9th World Gene Convention, Singapore 2018
Ethical and Social issues in Genomics Research and Synthetic Biology HOUSTON: Dr. Krishna Dronamraju, President of the Foundation for Genetic Research in Houston, recently delivered the Keynote address to the 9th World Gene Convention in Singapore. Genome sequencing and genome studies have raised fears of ethical, legal, social and medical concerns with no satisfactory solutions […]
Mama’s Punjabi Recipes – Besan ka Pooda (CHICKPEA FLOUR PANCAKES)
In the cold and often rainy or snowy winter months, when you are in need of some warm comfort food, this dish is a perfect fit and is so easy to make. Below is a reprint of Mama’s Besan de Poode recipe, which is perfect with chutney and hot tea. It is reprinted with some […]
Miss India USA Texas 2018, An Evening of Glamour & Gratitude!
HOUSTON: On Sunday, November 11, at the Ayva Center in Houston; Texas crowned new Indo-American Ambassadors as Miss/Teen/Mrs. India USA Texas. The newly crowned queens received a yearlong agreement with a nationally recognized leading talent management agency, internship opportunities and a chance to represent the Cowboy Capital of the World, Texas at Miss India USA. […]
SNC Participates at Thanksgiving Downtown Parade
Click here for Photo Collage By Gursharan Singh HOUSTON: Thanksgiving Parade is always a big draw for the thousands of people from across the Metroplex who line the route several rows deep, many in their comfortable folding chairs arriving an hour or two beforehand to get a good viewing site. Who, after all, doesn’t enjoy […]
Houston Trade Mission to India Opened Doors to More Local Economic & Cultural Expansion
HOUSTON: From natural gas demand to tourism, tech innovation, real estate development and more, the Greater Houston Partnership trade mission to India led by Mayor Sylvester Turner found soaring opportunities for the city’s economic and cultural expansion. Houston is now a trend-setter for nurturing this relationship as the result of our trade mission,” Mayor Turner […]
Launch of Passport Seva Project in Houston
HOUSTON: The Consulate General of India, Houston on November 28, 2018 inaugurated the Passport Seva Project (PSP) in Houston. A team led by Minister of State for External Affairs, General (Rtd) V. K Singh has been in USA to launch the Project at Indian Embassy, Washington DC and in five Consulates- Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, […]
Houston Native Hits the Bollywood Waves!
HOUSTON: Sandeep Sulhan (34), also known as DJ Dholi Deep releases his first original single, “Peg Peg Peg”, under the “Zee Music Company” banner. Peg features pumping EDM music and is a promising party anthem to make all the dance floors rock, and features bollywood hitmaker “Manj Musik” (formerly RDB) as the lead vocalist, and […]
The Crown Jewel Sheds Light on Leadership
By Sridevi Hariharan HOUSTON: The illustrious Indian dancer and Rice University professor Dr. Rathna Kumar, renowned for being the “Jewel in the Crown of Houston Arts”, recounted her astonishing journey of 43+ years from Chennai to Houston at India House on Saturday, November 17. She described herself as an “accidental” leader, being the first person […]
“Raagamayi” – Mohiniattam in Love
By Priya Manoj AUSTIN, TX: On Sunday, November 11, the much awaited dance performance “Raagamayi” by world-renowned Mohiniyattam expert Kalashree Dr. Sunanda Nair and her disciples took place in Austin, Texas. The auspicious occasion began by seeking the blessings of Lord Ganesha with a composition of Swathi Thirunal. The performers, Aathira Vijayakumar and Mamta Vasantkumar evoked an atmosphere of devotion […]
ASGH Volunteers Serve Interfaith Ministries’ Meals on Wheels Thanksgiving Day Service!
By Siddhant Arora HOUSTON: A chilly, yet cheerful, morning was set on Thanksgiving day, November 22, as more than 90 of ASGH’s AYM (Arya Yuva Mandal) students, alumni, and parents rose bright and early at 6:00 AM and made their way to the First Presbyterian Church of Greater Houston and 50 miles away to the […]
SNC Inaugural Annual Nagar Keertan Parade Spreads Sikhism’s Message
By Dr. Hardam Singh Azad HOUSTON: Sikhs all over the world celebrate annually and enthusiastically the birth of their 1st Guru, Nanak Dev, who took birth in 1459 AD at Nankana (which is now is West Punjab, Pakistan) and later founded the Sikh Religion. With about 25 million Sikhs worldwide, Sikhism is the 5th largest […]
Kali Puja Celebrated with Piety & Devotion at Vedanta Society
By Sanchali Basu HOUSTON: Vedanta Society of Greater Houston (VSGH) takes pride in celebrating Kali Puja every year with immense piety, dedication and sincerity. This year was no exception. Swami Nirakarananda of the Vedanta Society of St. Louis presided over the event this year. He performed the Puja with the assistance of our resident Swami […]
Mama’s Punjabi Recipes- Besan da Halwa (GRAM FLOUR PUDDING)
Besan da halwa (gram flour pudding) is as Punjabi as you can get as this is one of the favorite sweets eaten during the cold winter months and especially during the festivals. The aroma of chickpea flour roasting in ghee fills the whole house and this is an important indication that the chef knows what […]
Mowgli The Legend of the Jungle Hindi trailer: Jackie Shroff is deadly as Shere Khan
Streaming giant Netflix has released the Hindi trailer for much-awaited Rudyard Kipling adaptation Mowgli: The Legend of the Jungle. The upcoming film will feature actors like Anil Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit, Kareena Kapoor, Jackie Shroff and Abhishek Bachchan who will voice The Jungle Book characters Baloo, Nisha, Kaa, Shere Khan and Bagheera, respectively. Mowgli: The […]
Eight Indian-American women honoured in US
Eight Indian-American women have been honoured in the US in recognition of their achievements in diverse fields ranging from politics and business to civil rights activism and astrophysics. Immigration lawyer Sheela Murthy, vice chairwoman of the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) Jagruti Panwala and NASA astrophysicist Madhulika Guhathakurta were among the awardees. Click here […]
Here’s your detailed guide to Auli, one of the best ski destinations in India
By Samonway Duttagupta One of the coolest vacations that Delhiites can think of during the winters is a skiing holiday in Auli, a destination in Uttarakhand which is known for its beautiful snow-laden slopes. Talk about the beauty, the place is dotted with oaks and deodars and is blessed with clear blue skies and a clean environment, both of […]
Bigg Boss 12: Srishty Rode gets evicted from Salman Khan’s show
Bigg Boss 12 weekend ka vaar once again witnessed a shocking elimination. This week Rohit Suchanti , Jasleen, Srishty Rode were nominated and based on the audiences’ votes TV actress Srishty Rode got evicted from Bigg Boss 12. During her journey Srishty bonded with Karanvir Bohra the most and together they had a lot of fun. The […]
