A Grand Vaisakhi Mela Full of Dance, Wedding, Gidha & Bhangra!
HOUSTON: This year’s Grand Vaisakhi Mela took a cue from last year’s event and turned it around by holding performances at a new elegant venue with plenty of space for the food and merchandising booths. The event was held on Saturday, April 20 at the Morris Cultural Arts Center of the Houston Christian University campus […]
Talent on Parade at HD&D’s ‘Talaash – Ek Hunar Ki Khoj’ Contest
KATY, TX: After an absence of almost six years due to COVID and other delays, HD&D Events, an entertainment group based in Houston, once again brought its Unique Versatile Talent Competition – “Talaash – Ek Hunar Ki Khoj (Season 2)” to the stage with the grand finale held at the Palacio Maria Event Center on […]
REACH Can Help Indo-Americans with Mental Illness
By Ranjana Vadhva Bedi HOUSTON: Mental Illness diagnosis and treatment has made considerable progress in the last decade but remains a taboo topic in the Indo-American (IA) community. Propelled by reports of an increase in mental illness in the IA community and a perceived reluctance among community members to openly discuss mental health issues, four […]
YLDP Student Article: ‘What Does Leadership Teach Me?’
By Riya Shenoy Leadership is a multifaceted journey filled with valuable lessons learned from various sources. Throughout my time at YLDP, I’ve gained insights into leadership through the pages of the HBR book and engaging discussions with guest speakers. One crucial lesson I have grasped is the importance of proactivity, a point highlighted by Judge […]
Puranava Art & Culture Fest : Traditional Indian Treat to the Senses
PEARLAND: The 6th Annual Puranava Indian Art & Culture Fest 2024 was a treat to all the senses with its vibrant color and costumes, smells and tastes of delicious Indian spices and delicacies, melodious traditional Indian music, and a plethora of hands-on things to do from games, arts, crafts, henna to shopping for clothes, jewelry, and much more. This signature event that saw a floating […]
Panel on Health Issues Disproportionately Affecting South Asians
SUGAR LAND: Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation recently hosted a roundtable discussion titled, “Health Issues Facing the South Asian American Community,” on April 18. Attended by nearly 70 members of the Houston South Asian community, the Houston Methodist event sparked a dialogue that could help change these health challenges for current and future generations. Diseases […]
‘Ruslaan’ : This Formulaic Actioner Relies Heavily on Style over Substance
By Ronak Kotecha Synopsis: Ruslaan (Aayush Sharma) is determined to prove he’s not defined by his father’s reputation as a terrorist. To clear his name, he wants a permanent role in India’s elite intelligence agency, RAW. However, his intense urge to do the right thing often leads him into situations that are more complex and dangerous […]
HAF Receives $1 Million Commitment from Philanthropist Ramesh Bhutada at Houston Gala
HOUSTON: The Hindu American Foundation captivated a sold out crowd as they listened in pin drop silence to Sundar Iyer’s frightening story of being hounded by government agencies with false accusations of caste-based discrimination at its 14th Annual Houston Fundraising Gala on Saturday, April 13th. The event, held at the GSH Event Center, featured HAF’s […]
IMAGH’s Eid Milan Celebrates Unity and Cultural Diversity
By Yasmin Udawala & Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: For the past few years, Eid-ul-Fitr has been celebrated by the Indian Muslim Association of Greater Houston at the Marriott Hotel in Westchase. This year, IMAGH stirred it up a lot by venturing to the Omni Riverway Hotel in the Post Oak area and promised a sumptuous gala […]
Stepping into Leadership: Meet Hindus of Greater Houston’s New President
HOUSTON: Hindus of Greater Houston (HGH) is proud to announce the appointment of Rachana Shah as its new president. As the torchbearer of HGH’s mission and vision, Rachana Shah brings a wealth of experience, enthusiasm, and a commitment to driving positive change in the community. Rachanaji comes to HGH with an extensive background as a […]
Hasya Kavi-Sammelan: A Celebration of Poetry, Wit, Culture and Laughter
HOUSTON: International Hindi Association’s Houston Chapter ( IHA) annual Hasya Kavi-Sammelan is one of those occasions that offer the warmth, intimacy and a feeling of homeland India. On Saturday 13th April evening, poetry enthusiasts and connoisseurs of Hindi literature gathered at the GSH for a mesmerizing journey through ghazals, geet, satire, verses, jokes and laughter. […]
Championing Change: Ekal Youth Leading Empowerment of India’s Villages
HOUSTON: On a beautiful, bright, and breezy April morning, Ekal Houston held its 2nd annual walkathon on April 20th, Saturday. This event drew the participation of esteemed guests Surendran Pattel, 240th District Court Judge, Fort Bend County, and Vijay Pallod, Hindus of Greater Houston board member, and Yogesh Patel, Ekal’s regional President. The event showcased […]
IAA Premiers Kathak Ballet “Satrangi Re…” Shades of Love
HOUSTON: Satrangi Re…Shades of Love premiered at the Wortham Center on Saturday April 20, 2024. IAA presented the Kathak ballet conceptualized and performed by Deepa Devasena and her troupe, the Kathak Dance Collective. The performance also featured Houston’s own dance leaders Dolly Goyal, of Steps for Dancing school, and Ekta Popat, of Storytellers School of […]
‘Do Aur Do Pyaar’ : A Charming Narrative Lifts this Familiar Saga
By Dhaval Roy Story: A couple is having secret affairs to overcome the boredom in their marriage. A trip out of town rekindles their chemistry, and the tables turn. Torn between their lovers and spouses, will they resolve their issues or separate as they have quietly planned? Review: Based on the film The Lovers, the romantic comedy introduces […]
A Piece of the Punjabi Countryside Right on the Sam Houston Tollway!
By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: It was the Vaisakhi Khed Mela, after all! All the food vendor booths were just too tempting and took you back to a time long ago in a Mother country so far away! Gol Gappey! Chole Bathure! Fruit Chaat! Pakore! And what brought it all together was the Ganne da Rus […]
Indo-American Charity Foundation Kicks Off Year with Vibrant Walk-a-Thon Event Supporting the Indian Doctors’ Charity Clinic
HOUSTON: For over 35 years, the Indo-American Charity Foundation (IACF) has been a pillar of support for the underserved community of Greater Houston, serving in various areas such as education, family, general welfare and healthcare. The foundation celebrated the beginning of its annual philanthropic efforts with a successful 5K Walk-a-Thon event with the motto “We […]
Celebrations of Arya Samaj Sthapna Divas (Foundation Day) and Handwriting Winners
HOUSTON: Saturday April 6: 5-k walk, Health fair & Blood donation The kick-off event was a 5-K walk around the neighboring lakeside walk trail by Arya Samaj Greater Houston (ASGH). Sewa International USA, Houston and other NGOs partnered with ASGH to bring 100+ participants in this very early morning event. The post-breakfast annual Health Fair […]
6th Annual Puranava Indian Art & Culture Fest at Pearland Town Center on April 20
PEARLAND: The free, 6th annual Puranava Indian Art & Culture Fest will be held at Pearland Town Center Pavilion, on Saturday, April 20 from 12 pm through 7 pm. The colorful event aims to provide an experience of India’s vibrant, diverse, age-old culture which is still a living, integral part of modern India. Competitions in […]
‘Amar Singh Chamkila’: Diljit Dosangh is Outstanding in this Thoughtful and Redemptive Biopic
By Renuka Vyavahare Synopsis: Based on a true tragedy, the musical looks back at Amar Singh Chamkila, Punjab’s popular but disgraced slain singer. Belonging to the ill-fated 27 club, he and his wife Amarjot, were shot dead in the late 80s by masked gunmen. The killings were preceded by anonymous threats directed at the singer […]
BAPS Charities Hosts Annual “In the Joy of Others: Walk-Run”
HOUSTON: On April 7, 2024, BAPS Charities hosted its annual “In the Joy of Others: Walk- Run” in Houston, TX to support The Walk brought together local community members to take steps together and engage in a form of selfless service to raise awareness for our local school districts, our public servants, and our […]