U.S. Supreme Court Agrees to Review Obama Immigration Action Case
By Cynthia Liao The U.S. Supreme Court agreed today to hear a case challenging President Barack Obama’s executive action on immigration. The Supreme Court will decide whether President Obama can proceed with plans to defer deportation and provide work authorization to millions of individuals currently in the United States without lawful status. The Supreme Court […]
U.S. economy hits soft patch in fourth quarter as inventories, trade weigh
U.S. economic growth braked sharply in the fourth quarter as businesses stepped up efforts to reduce an inventory glut and a strong dollar and tepid global demand weighed on exports. Gross domestic product increased at a 0.7 percent annual rate, the Commerce Department said on Friday in a report that showed a further cutback in […]
Yeh Hai Mohabbatein: Raman and Ishita to separate; Ruhi’s life in danger
Does that mean an on-screen pairing for Ishita with ACP Abhishek in the near future? There is a lot of trouble looming over the Bhallas. As viewers are aware that Ishita (Divyanka Tripathi) will be convicted of murder. Now, she won’t be killing Ashok (Sangram Singh) but the advocate Chaddha (Lalit Bisht). As per reports, he will […]
Here’s why Deepika Padukone will never LIVE-IN with Ranveer Singh!
The actress spilled beans in her latest interview about her interesting love life, hear hear! Deepika Padukone’s latest interview will leave you gaping for more. She is obviously on a roll considering her much talked about international project and then comes her interesting LOVE life that has kept everyone glued to the gossip section of every media […]
Dear Varun Dhawan, will you please be my Valentine?
Varun Dhawan sizzles on a lifestyle cover mag and we can’t help but get naughty ideas in our head! Varun Dhawan looks all dapper and hot on this month’s leading lifestyle magazine and boy, he looks HOT, HOT, HOT! Thank you Varun for this drool-worthy photograph for you look like every woman’s dream man in this one. […]
Saala Khadoos Movie Review
At the centre of Saala Khadoos are two down-and-out individuals. One is a disgraced ex-boxer whose life has been a story of missed opportunities. The other is a feisty young girl from a Chennai slum who has nothing to lose. The duo forges an unlikely and uneasy alliance and throws punches at a world in which the […]
2nd T20I: India beat Australia by 27 runs to seal series in Melbourne
NEW DELHI: India produced another all-round performance against Australia to record a 27-run win in the second T20I at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday and bag the series with a game remaining. Chasing 185 to stay alive in the series, Australia slipped after a brilliant start as they were restricted to 157/8 in 20 […]
3 Indian-Americans sentenced for student visa fraud
NEW YORK: Three Indian-Americans have been sentenced by a US court to terms ranging from six months of home confinement to to an year in jail for involvement in a USD 7-million student visa fraud scheme. The Manhattan court sentenced Suresh Hiranandaney, Lalit Chabria and Anita Chabria — all relatives — in the over $7.4-million […]
How the Zika virus spread around the world
The World Health Organisation has called an emergency meeting to address the spread of the mysterious Zika virus, as health experts warned the outbreak is ballooning at an “extremely alarming” rate. The disease has been linked with a birth defect known as microcephaly, which sees children born with abnormally small brains, as well as a […]
Showcasing the Diversity of Indian Culture Onstage for R-Day
Click here for Photo Collage Edited By Jawahar Malhotra STAFFORD: Just as it had done last year to start the program later in the afternoon, the India Culture Center tweaked the setting a little further this year by starting the first of their two signature events, India’s Republic Day, a little earlier and […]
The Bliss of Char Dham
THE WOODLANDS: Saturday, January 23, was very special. Devotees from Houston and surrounding areas as well as out of town came down to the Woodlands to participate in the special Prayer and Brick ceremony for the Char Dham Hindu temple. The ceremony was held at the temple site, 8044 College Park Drive, The Woodlands, TX. Char […]
67th Republic Day Flag Hoisting at Consul General’s Residence
HOUSTON: To celebrate India’s 67th Republic Day, Flag Hoisting and Open House for Indian nationals, members of the Indian American community, and friends of India was held on 26 January, at Consul General of India, P Harish and Nandita Parvathaneni’s residence. The function was attended by over 200 persons, with a large, diverse and broad based […]
2016 IACCGH Inaugural Networking Works Reception
HOUSTON: The 2016 Inaugural ‘IACCGH Networking Works’ Reception was held on January 20, at the Houston City Hall Rotunda. President Joya Shukla introduced her board and welcomed Chief Guest Consul General P. Harish, Councilmember Lee, Jay Guerrero from Senator Cornyn’s office, Fred Whipple from Shell and IACCGH members and guests. Executive Director Jagdip Ahluwalia welcomed […]
Thaipoosam Celebration at Sri Meenakshi Temple
By Haripriya Sundar PEARLAND: What an auspicious day January 24, was. More than 700 devotees came together at the Sri Meenakshi Temple to celebrate Thai Poosam. What was especially auspicious about this date is that the celebration was held on the same day as the actual holy day. But first, a quick synopsis about what […]
Unto Padma Bhushan Swami Tejomayananda, Our Best
By Padmashree Rao HOUSTON: With a brilliance of Knowledge most endearing to all, with the depth of Devotion the evokes faith in the maximum, and with an untiring spirit of selfless Work that inspires the Chinmaya Mission worldwide, Pujya Guruji Swami Tejomayananda is himself an award beyond compare. So, the joyful news that Pujya Guruji […]
Nik’s Comedy Clips
HOUSTON: Dr. NIK NIKAM, a well-known cardiologist from Houston, who has touched thousands of hearts and lives, has just released his latest book, “NIK’S COMEDY CLIPS,” which takes a humorous look at his life journey over three decades. It is filled with funny stories, jokes, and insightful observations of his patients, people, and the community. […]
Hindu Student Association Presents: Gateway 2016
By Mrinalini Vijalapuram HOUSTON: This February 5- 7, the Hindu Students Association will host its biennial retreat, Gateway, at the URJ Greene Family Camp in Bruceville, Texas! HSA’s Gateway Retreat is the largest retreat organized by the Hindu Students Association. With a strong focus on personal spiritual growth, the retreat includes religious discourses by knowledgeable […]
Eric Bartsch: The Attributes of an Authentic Leader
By Preethi Srinivasan HOUSTON: On January 16, the students of YLDP had the privilege of hearing from Erik Bartsch at India House. Bartsch is a geologist and the Vice President for Exploration North America. In sharing his experiences on leadership, Bartsch successfully conveyed the importance of his career, and the attributes essential to becoming a […]
Texas Oncology Cancer Prevention Series Adding Life to Your Years
By Dr. Meghana Bhandari A concept in the field of oncology that is getting more attention recently is survivorship. A diagnosis of cancer is often an overwhelming and life-changing circumstance. The entire focus of the patient and their loved ones is on the treatment. However, once the treatment is finished, what happens next? As oncologists, […]
