Kids Read All Summer so Kids in India can Learn All Year
By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: The youngest kid in the group, Isshan is just 7, and he was as pleased as punch to get his trophy. His mom, Prashanti Shah had told him that being part of the Pratham Summer Readathon would help kids in India learn, so he went all out and just devoured books […]
A Happy Beginning for Chinmaya Bala Vihar
By Padmashree Rao HOUSTON: Every new beginning, particularly in the path of knowledge, has a special aura — a magic that is tangible, and an importance so valuable. Such a special glow was clearly visible on September 11, when Bala Vihar reopened its doors at Chinmaya Prabha Houston to heartily welcome over a thousand precious […]
The Extraordinary Life and Times of Mahatma Gandhi – Part 17
Wheels of Independence are Set in Motion The story thus far….The war in Europe was having an impact in India. The Congress Working Committee found itself unable to accept in its entirety Gandhi’s attitude to the war. In particular, they would not accept his view that the defense of India should not depend on the […]
Zakir Hussain Commemorates Mahatma Gandhi Birthday at Wortham
HOUSTON: Indo-American Association (IAA) brings Zakir Hussain to Wortham Center on Sunday October 2, at 7pm, to commemorate the birthday of India’s Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. The light classical and classical Sitar concert with Niladri Kumar will feature numbers that Gandhi ji made immortal. Zakir Hussain is a peerless genius of the tabla, […]
Santosh Hegde to Speak at India House
One of the founders of recent anti-corruption movement By Bhamy V. Shenoy HOUSTON: Houston Indians have a rare chance to listen to a Former Supreme Court Justice who has boldly fought against corruption. He put behind bars the most powerful Reddy brothers from Bellari in connection with corrupt mining practices which finally resulted in the […]
Former CG Sanjiv Arora Probed for “Financial Impropriety”
NEW DELHI: An Indian ambassador is under an official probe- a rare event in the foreign service, and even more unusually, the charges are‘lack of integrity’, something senior service members are rarely accused of. The Ministry of External Affairs has started a probe against Sanjiv Arora, India’s ambassador to Qatar, for alleged financial impropriety and […]
A Chance Meeting with the Future Saint Teresa
By Ranjana Martinez SAN ANTONIO: I had the privilege of meeting Mother Teresa when she came to my school, the Holy Cross Convent in Amravati, Maharashtra in 1966. Since I was the school band Captain, Mother Superior asked me to round up as many band members as possible. She asked us to hurriedly get dressed […]
Five Ways Families Can Spend More Time Together During the Busy School Year
The new school year is officially underway, and with it comes a seemingly endless list of priorities to balance. Between homework, extracurricular activities and other commitments and appointments, it can be hard to find a spare moment to catch up with family. But spending quality time with parents and siblings is absolutely essential for kids. […]
Free Concert at Rice University on 9/24: Celebrate 24 Years of Rice Radio’s Navrang Show
HOUSTON: KTRU Rice radio turns 50 this year and its most admired specialty show Navrang celebrates 24 years. Indian music on mainstream American network resonates with the progressive and innovative feature of Rice University’s, Rice radio’s ethos. Broadcasting Indian music on mainstream media with other music genres offered Houston’s eclectic music lovers an exclusive opportunity […]
Mama’s Punjabi Recipes: Gajjar Mutter (Sauteed Carrots And Peas)
Punjabis loves carrots in several ways: as a sabzi (dish) with mutter (peas) or methi (fenugreek) or wadiyan (spiced dumplings); stuffing in paranthas or sweet as in halwa (pudding) or even in achaar (pickle). In North India, carrots can be found in many colors and shapes, mostly black, red, orange and white, each of which […]
The most stunning beaches in Kerala
Its stunning backwaters have acquired worldwide fame, but there are numerous stunningbeaches in Kerala as well. Situated along the state’s beautiful coastline on the Arabian Sea, each of these beaches is unique in its beauty and ambience. You can cruise your vehicle on the state’s only drive-in beach at Muzhappilangad, pamper yourself at an upmarket resort near Kovalam’s picture-postcard crescent beaches or spend days […]
China Says Japan Trying To ‘Confuse’ South China Sea Situation
BEIJING: China on Monday accused Japan of trying to “confuse” the situation in the South China Sea, after its neighbour said it would step up activity in the contested waters, through joint training patrols with the United States. Ties between Asia’s two largest economies have long been overshadowed by arguments over their painful wartime history and […]
Leander Paes Accuses ‘Jealous Competitors’ of Tarnishing His Reputation
NEW DELHI: Leander Paes’ monumental achievements notwithstanding, controversies keep chasing him but the marathon man of Indian tennis says they are nothing more than false propaganda initiated by a few of his “highly jealous” competitors. Paes did not take any names but said the negativity that is being built around his name in recent times, is […]
How rogue elements of DNA endanger our health
A new study has found evidence that health becomes endangered when ageing cells lose control of rogue elements of DNA called transposons. Research has shown that a low-calorie diet, a key intervention already known to increase lifespan, dramatically delays the onset of increased transposon activity. Click here for more…
Anusha Dandekar meets beau Karan Kundra’s folks – is a wedding announcement on the cards?
Karan Kundra, the famous actor of television shows like Kitani Mohabbat Hai, Bayttaab Dil Ki Tamanna Hai, Kitani Mohabbat Hai Season 2, Teri Meri Love Stories, MTV Fanaah, Yeh Kahan Aa Gaye Hum is making news for his relationship with stylish VJ Anusha Dandekar. He has also hosted many shows on TV. Recently, his Gang won Roadies X4 […]
Adi to confess his CRIME in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein
The jolting track of acid attack has been keeping audience hooked to the track of Star Plus’ Yeh Hai Mohabbatein. The Balaji Telefilm’s offering has brought in a very important issue of girls facing danger from guys who feel insulted after being rejected in love. Viewers have already seen the police suspecting Adi (Abhishek Verma) […]
Raaz Reboot Movie Review
STORY: Happily married couple – Rihaan (Gaurav) and Shaina (Kriti) move into a heritage hotel like property in Romania and call it their home. Trouble beckons as the wife starts feeling the existence of an evil entity in their haunted house. REVIEW: Her deadpan banker hubby refuses to believe her, while her ex beau Aditya (Emraan Hashmi) […]
