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, […]
Mama’s Punjabi Recipes: Lobia Di Kurri (Black Eyed Pea Curry)
Among all the beans and daals that are eaten by Indians, there are only a few that can be prepared either cold or warm and the two dishes would be completely different. In this category is the green moong daal and the lobia (black eyed pea), although some may serve kala chana (black chickpeas) cold […]
Sanaya Irani finally gets married to sweetheart Mohit Sehgal!
In the sandy beaches of Goa, with a backdrop of a lovely sunset, they took the vow to stay Sanaya Irani had always said that she wanted her marriage to be a party and a very intimate affair. Her dream came true today as she got hitched to long-time beau, Mohit Sehgal on the sandy beaches […]
Rajinikanth feels deeply honoured for being awarded the Padma Vibhushan !
The veteran actor joins other greats like Amitabh Bachchan and Dilip Kumar Rajinikanth has been loved and revered by fans all across the country since a long time. The Superstar is well known for his unique style, versatility as an actor and eccentric nature. And the veteran actor has finally been recognised for the impact he has […]
Greece threatened with expulsion from Schengen over migration crisis
European Union interior ministers on Monday urged Greece to do more to control the influx of migrants, some threatening to exclude it from the continent’s prized passport-free travel zone as the crisis increasingly divides the bloc’s members. Greece was the main gateway to Europe for more than a million refugees and migrants who reached the […]
World T20 the centre of focus as teams look to find perfect combination
Are the T20Is more important than the ODIs? “Absolutely,” Ravi Shastri, Indian team director, said at the pre-match conference in Adelaide on Monday (January 25). And there would be little doubt it would be otherwise for any side around the world as they prepare themselves for the ICC World T20 to take place in India […]
Indian-origin ‘swami’ pleads not guilty in sexual assault in US
NEW YORK: An Indian-origin businessman claiming to be a Hindu monk has pleaded not guilty after standing trial on charges that he sexually assaulted three women in the US, the Los Angeles county district attorney’s office announced. According to deputy district attorney Maren Dermody, 62-year-old Gokula Nanda of West Hills was ordered to stand trial […]
Padma Vibhushan for Rajinikanth, Dhirubhai Ambani, Jagmohan
NEW DELHI: Superstar Rajinikanth, founder of the Reliance empire late Dhirubhai Ambani, Art of Living founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and media baron Ramoji Rao have been chosen for Padma Vibhushan, country’s second highest civilian award, this year. Former Jammu and Kashmir governor Jagmohan, former DRDO chief V K Aatre, cancer specialist and chairperson of […]
