Ranveer, Deepika, Priyanka’s ‘Bajirao Mastani’ delayed, to release next year
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s magnum opus ‘Bajirao Mastani’ starring Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra was slated to release around Christmas this year, but rumour has it the movie will now hit screens only next year. According to a report published in Hindustan Times, since Bhansali is known to shoot on a lavish scale, the movie […]
Imran Khan to Romance Kangana Ranaut in Katti Batti
Actors Imran Khan and Kangana Ranaut will be paired together in Katti Batti, a love story to be directed by Nikhil Advani and produced by UTV Motion Pictures. Kangana, who will be seen as Payal in the film, says that the story will strike a chord with the new generation. “Writers have used elements like […]
Kumkum Bhagya: Abhi and Pragya murdered!
Abhi (Shabbir Ahluwalia) and Pragya (Sriti Jha) will be shot dead by the corporator! Well, at least that is what the latest teaser of the show suggests. In the last episode we saw how Abhi left Tanu behind and came to rescue Pragya. That’s not it, the rockstar’s confessions would have made his biwi smile […]
Aamir Khan to play daddy to four teenage girls in ‘Dangal’?
That Aamir Khan is essaying the role of a 55-year-old wrestler in Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Dangal’ is known. But if sources are to be believed, the actor will play daddy to four teenage girls. A source says, “No actress has been finalised as of now, but we are looking for girls who can look as […]
Itna Karo Na Mujhe Pyaar: Will new entry Sakshi Tanwar reveal the big secret?
In the recent episode of Itna Karo Na Mujhe Pyaar, we saw how Ragini (Pallavi Kulkarni) and Neil K (Ronit Roy), who divorced each other, come closer for the sake of their daughter Nishi’s wedding. There is still some fire between them and love has not been completely wiped out yet. Neil’s sister Pam (Ashwini Kalsekar) […]
World Cup 2015: MS Dhoni hurt at nets while batting
PERTH: Skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni was on Friday hurt while batting in the nets at the WACA here ahead of India’s ICC World Cup 2015 league match against the United Arab Emirates on Saturday. It happened while Dhoni was facing a net bowler whose delivery kicked up suddenly and brushed his forearm. Dhoni was […]
History of Holi Celebration
The celebration of Holi is very ancient in its origin. And by its very origin, it celebrates an ultimate triumph of the ‘good’ over the ‘evil’. While, a feast of colors associated with the Holi, is the face of this celebration, the original reason of celebrating Holi, lies in its soul. And this gives us the […]
Will Narendra Modi be India’s Thatcher?
Expectations are running high for the new government’s first major budget. The hundreds of millions of Indians whose votes helped sweep Prime Minister Modi to power in May last year believed that he offered the best hope for bringing growth and jobs to the country. The budget will be the first really big test […]
Health Benefits of Yoga
You’ve probably heard that yoga is good for you. Maybe you have even tried it and discovered that it makes you feel better. A regular practice can offers all kinds of mental and physical health benefits. Some, like improved flexibility, are clearly evident. Others, including mental clarity and stress reduction, may be more subtle […]
Immigration Reform News 2015: H4 Visa Holders, H1B Dependent Spouses to Obtain Permission to Work, Seek Employment
The Department of Homeland Security has announced that it will grant employment authorization to certain H-4 dependent spouses of H-1B visa holders or foreign workers in the U.S. According to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director León Rodríguez, the new policy will take effect on May 26, 2015 for spouses of H-1B visa holders who are […]
Chinmaya Mission Houston Celebrates Mahasivaratri
By Rajesh Thatte If you are wondering if devotion and dedication can overcome tough situation, look no further than Chinmaya Mission Houston’s (CMH) celebration of Mahasivaratri on February 17. In spite of cold weather, thousands of devotees attended Sri Saumyakasi Sivalaya to experience bliss, offer their prayers to Lord Siva and to receive His blessings. […]
Shiv Shakti Mandir Celebrates MahaShivratri
By Vanshika Vipin HOUSTON: This year, the Maha Shivratri festival was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the ‘Sanatan Shiv Shakti Mandir of Houston’ located on Harwin. According to sacred scriptures, the ritual worship of Lord Shiva on Shivratri festival that falls on the 14th day of the dark fortnight in the month of Phalgun pleases […]
Mahashivarathri Celebration at Sri Meenakshi Temple
By Chittoor Ramachandran PEARLAND: Hundreds of Hindu devotees assembled in the evening of the most auspicious Mahashivarathri ( February 17) to offer their respect to Sri Sundareswar, withstanding the chilly weather. Ardent Shiva devotees believe that opportunity to participate in the rituals and listening to the specific vedamanthrams on this day is a divine sanction. […]
The Grand Release of SAHNA Survey Results at India House
By Vanshika Vipin HOUSTON: The Indian American Cancer Network (IACAN) in collaboration with the MD Anderson Cancer came together to announce the completion of the project: SAHNA- South Asian Health Needs Assessment. Indian American Cancer network is a cancer resource network to educate and support the Indian American community. On February 22, an event was […]
IACCGH, Wallis State Bank and US SBA at Business Outreach Program in HCC, Katy
By Manu Shah HOUSTON: The IACCGH Business Outreach Program held at the HCC campus in Katy on 12th February facilitated an introduction between SBA’s new District Director Tim Jeffcoat and the heads of several local economic agencies as well as business owners looking for capital. Emphasizing that local economic empowerment is a core mission at […]
SanSkaar Aims to Enhance Creativity, Cultural Values thru Skilled Training
HOUSTON: Businessman and philanthropist Ramesh Bhutada and Sugar Land Mayor Pro Tem Harish Jajoo on Sunday inaugurated a novel educational project to enhance creativity, positive skill and cultural values among children and young adults. Dubbed as SanSkaar, the project will focus on four areas – arts & craft, dance, Hindi language and Yoga. Classes will […]
Love One Love All Club 24 Plus Valentine’s Day Party
HOUSTON: Club 24 Plus kicked off its 2015 event calendar with a fun filled Valentine’s party. In the elegant ambience of the Sweetwater Country Club, the organizers made an early start to create a pretty pink and red backdrop to celebrate the festival of love and friendship. The social hour started with pictures taken of […]
Quan Law Group to Serve Businesses, Families and Individuals
HOUSTON: Gordon J. Quan has opened a new immigration law firm, Quan Law Group PLLC, for small to mid-size business clients and families and individuals. With over 30 years practicing immigration law, service in government as a Houston City Council member, and his weekly radio program “Coming to America,” Quan has built a solid career […]
Plenary Address to the Indian Science Congress in Mumbai, by Dr. Krishna Dronamraju
Biodiversity of our planet consists of the sum total of all life, including all species of plants, animals including humans, and various microorganisms, and microscopic life and all biota in their total genomic variants. Certain areas of planet earth are designated as Biodiversity “hot spots” – 35 areas qualify as hotspots. They represent just 2.3% of Earth’s […]
A Distinction for Suneja by Katy Chamber Heralds His Contributions in Medicine
By Jawahar Malhotra SUGAR LAND: Its probably one of the largest professional services medical practice in the bustling and rapidly-growing city of Katy, not only in physical size of the building but also in the number of patients that have visited for treatment, a fact that was not lost on the President of the Katy […]
